Sadly, Harbor House will not be offered as a rental after this 2025 season ends.
We thank all of you who have visited over the years, It has meant so much to us to know you loved the property and enjoyed time with your family and friends making wonderful memories.
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Come explore the Acadia National Park region while staying on the beautiful Blue Hill Peninsula.
We are pleased to offer 'Harbor House', an exquisite, high-end historic Blue Hill village waterfront home built in 1824 by Jeremiah Faulkner.
Harbor House has been meticulously renovated using the finest craftsmanship and has kept the distinctive 19th C. look and feel of an earlier time yet offers modern, high-end finishes and amenities. Discerning guests will truly enjoy this special property.
This upscale period home offers 5 bedrooms and 5 full baths.
(First floor has bedroom with private bath and 4 bedrooms on second floor with private baths)
Harbor House offers unparalleled beauty both inside and out. Each bedroom has its own private bathroom and 2 with Harbor views!
(First floor bedroom with full bath. 4 bedrooms on second floor with private baths too)
Once you step through the garden gate, you will be welcomed by beautiful meandering mature gardens, curving period rock walls, and a stone patio overlooking the water. Enjoy the outdoor living space with hand cut stone steps which lead you to the shore of Blue Hill Bay.
Swim or kayak right from the water's edge at high tide and beach-comb at low tide!
Rent kayaks (Delivered to the property from The Activity Shop) where you can easily launch them from the property and explore the calm waters of Blue Hill Bay.
Sun filled rooms are beautifully decorated with tasteful, comfortable furnishings.
A spacious gourmet kitchen will please the most discerning of chefs with dual Viking wall convection ovens and a 5 burner cooktop and 2 dishwashers. Granite counters along with many fine details will make your cooking and baking a joy.
(Spices and basic pantry items are supplied)
Enjoy your meals on a beautifully handcrafted dining table made from rare salvaged 19th C. wood while overlooking Blue Hill Bay.
A large screened-in porch is perfect for enjoying the wonderful, tidal harbor views while visiting with your family and friends or relaxing with a book or having some quiet moments.
This very convenient Main Street location offers easy access to the charming village of Blue Hill yet offers amazing privacy.
Quaint shops, galleries, library, wine, bake and book shops, along with casual and formal restaurants dot this classic, sleepy village where time has almost stood still.
Harbor House is a rare opportunity to enjoy a private waterside home and views while being able to take walks through the village and the shore of picturesque Blue Hill Peninsula.
For an enjoyable morning or afternoon hike, enjoy the trail to the top of 'Blue Hill Mountain' just across the street.
A large, organic Blue Hill Co-Op grocery store, new YMCA, Yoga Studios, tennis courts, local Blue Hill potters, Golfing, Yacht club, nearby summer stock, live music events and plays, several beaches along with many other amenities are all available near Harbor House.
(Info will be at the property and sent to you with directions and check-in information)
Day and evening talks and programs are offered all season long by many prominent authors and musicians at the Blue Hill library as well as other near-by venues like Kneisel Hall and the Surry Barn.
Hike Blue Hill Mountain where the breathtaking views stretch from the hills of Camden to Acadia National Park.
Enjoy Blue Hill's Kneisel Hall (Founded by violinist Franz Kneisel in 1902) known as "the cradle of Chamber music in America". It has provided musicians the opportunity to immerse themselves in the chamber repertoire. Weekly Chamber Music concerts are offered by world-renowned faculty and guest artists.
Acadia National Park is our crown jewel and not to be missed. Enjoy magnificent 45 miles of Carriage Road Trails and 150 miles of trails at the Bar Harbor 'and' Schoodic Peninsula locations.
Be mesmerized by the breathtaking views atop the summit of not only Cadillac Mountain (The highest peak on the Eastern U.S.) but the other mountain summits which have 360 degree views. Cadillac Mountain is where the sun first rises in the Continental U.S.
Mount Desert Island is where the main part of Acadia National Park is located. (Hulls Cove/Bar Harbor entrance)
There are trails and mountain hikes for every age and ability. After a stroll or invigorating hike, enjoy a meal in Bar Harbor or in one of the neighboring charming villages that dot the Island. Enjoy the freshest lobster and fish in most villages and towns.
Try Whale watching or enjoy a boat ride; which include Lighthouses, Nature cruises, lobster boat cruises, sailboats.
Experience Somes Sound, (the only fjord in the continental U.S.) or take a plane ride from the Bar Harbor airport and see the amazing views of the Acadia region, visit a world class auto museum several beautiful gardens or one of the many other small museums and galleries showcasing our heritage and history.
You will never run out of things to do and we are always happy to help you prioritize your visit with suggestions of 'not to miss locations'.
We offer a self-check in for your comfort and safety.
We welcome your questions and encourage you to contact us and we will respond to your inquiry quickly.
PLEASE NOTE: Our weeks run "Saturday - Saturday" with a 7 night minimum.
You are welcome to book 7 'or' 14 nights.
Check-in is at 4 PM and check-out by 10 AM.
Occasionally in the very early and late seasons, we may be able to accommodate a more flexible schedule and can add extra nights at a per diem rate.
Harbor House is on Main Street in the charming village of Blue Hill yet offers lots of privacy. Property has a sloping grassy area to the water, surrounded by terraced stone walls. The setting showcases lovely gardens where things are in bloom all season long.
As much as we love pets, we do not permit them at Harbor House.
If you are interested in staying at Harbor House, we'd love to hear from you.
We are now offering 'instant booking' however, we like to know a bit about our guests as we want to make sure we are the right fit as we want you to have a wonderful time visiting the Blue Hill/Acadia National Park region.
Once you have reserved your week(s), we will be contacting you 'directly' as VRBO will release your personal email address to us.
We require a signed rental agreement. This will include the property address, our names, what our responsibilities are to you, payment due dates, etc.
Should you ever have a problem or concern (before or during your visit) we are available from 8:00 AM - 9 PM , 7 days a week. We have a great team and will help address things as quickly.
We are here for you!
We like to suggest you purchase VRBO Trip insurance for a nominal fee in the unlikely event you need to cancel your reservation during the 'non-refundable' period.
Thank you and we welcome you to Blue Hill and the Acadia region.
