The Jarvis Homestead - Historic Maine Mansion

✦ We do host small weddings/events, but those cannot be booked via VRBO due to their policies - Please find our website online for more info

✦ Sleeping 22 guests, enjoy the magnificent Maine coast from your own private mansion next to Acadia NP. Built in 1828, this home is a unique slice of Maine history

✦ Packed full of amenities: pool, hot tub, 2 full kitchens, 6 living rooms, outdoor area, firepit & games

✦ Centrally located to famous coastal Maine destinations - Bar Harbor, Camden, Rockland & more. Free curated travel guide with booking!

✦ We are fully open and ready to book for all of 2025 and 2026. Please send us a message if interested

✦ Only House Rule: No parties or loud noises outside after 9pm. You are more than welcome to continue the fun inside after dark!

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----- ABOUT US -----

AMENTITIES:
-Built in 1828 and on the National Registry of Historical Places, the Jarvis Homestead is a beautifully designed, updated, comfortable and a massive home, consisting of 25 total rooms: 10 bedrooms, 6 living areas (including game room), 2 full kitchens, 5 bathrooms (3 full, 2 half), a grand dining room (seats 18), and a laundry room.

-Our property is private and surrounded by the beautiful Maine nature, consisting of parking for 10 vehicles, a private outdoor pool (open late May - mid Oct), private 6-person hot tub (open year round), lawn space, propane firepit, outdoor sofa, barbecue, dining table and lawn games. Everything mentioned is provided and free for guests to use.

MODERNIZED:
-The home is fully updated, modernized and comfortable for the whole group: Brand new AC & heating, fully stocked kitchens (everything you need), all brand new appliances (two stoves, two refrigerators, dishwasher, hot water heater, washer and dryer, wine fridge, coffee maker), high speed Wi-Fi in every room, comfortable beds, 5 flat screen smart TV's (all with streaming services), 6 working desks, 9 couches, 5 dining/eating areas, Xbox 1 console, arcade games, board games, large vintage gaming table (in game room), over 1,000 books (all kinds), authentic Maine décor and artifacts, grand piano, cozy faux fireplaces and candles, tons of closets and dressers, and much more.

NUMBER OF GUESTS:
-Our home can comfortably sleep up to 22 guests, and is the perfect getaway for all friends and family. We also hosts all types of events (up to 25 guests total on the property), although events services are up to the guest. Please read the FAQ section below for more.

HISTORY:
-On the National Registry of Historical Places, the Jarvis Homestead is one of the most prominent and unique homes in the Acadia region of Maine. Steeped in rich and interesting history, it has been home to several important and influential people to the state of Maine since the 1800's (Abe Lincoln's Vice President - Hannibal Hamlin). Completed with antique revival interior that portrays the designs of the 1800's, every room in the house includes authentic Maine artifacts and artwork.

AREA:
-We are within walking distance to downtown Ellsworth (4 min walk), which is an adorable town 20 mins from Acadia National Park, filled with shops, restaurants, museums and more. We are located in the heart of the Maine coastline, and very close to several famous coastal Maine destinations - Bar Harbor, Camden, Rockland, Bath, Bucksport, Castine and more! Come enjoy the unspoiled Maine coastline and wilderness from your own private mansion in Ellsworth, the gateway to Acadia National Park and the coastline of Maine.

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DO WE HOST WEDDINGS, EVENTS OR SHOWINGS?
* Yes! We are not a dedicated wedding venue, but we love to see when people want to host their special day or event at our beautiful home. We will help in whatever way we can! However, we do not provide any wedding services, catering services, or equipment for the wedding or event. Also a few things to consider:

* We will not be able to host your event if you book through VRBO due to VRBO party policies. Please book through our private website to host an event. To find our website, type Jarvis Homestead into the web. Here you can find more wedding and event pricing and info.

* We charge an extra fee for all events. Events are considered to be any type of weddings (big or small), having more than 22 people at the house at any time, and having outside furniture and/or rental equipment at the house.

* No dance floors are allowed inside or outside the home, moving furniture is not allowed, and the property must be left in the same condition as before the event.

* Quiet hours are after 9pm. Absolutely no loud music or noises after 9pm. Zero tolerance - If this rule is violated, guests will be asked to leave the house immediately. This applies to all guests.

* We allow a max of 25 people on the property, and a max of 22 to sleep at the house.

* We are not a typical event venue, and are not licensed or insured to host large events past 9pm. However, we will work with you the best we can to host you for your event and make it special, so please work with us :)


NUMBER OF GUESTS?
-We can comfortably sleep up to 22 guests. We have a total of 8 queen beds, 1 full bed, and 5 twin beds. We have 3 full bathrooms upstairs, and 2 half bathrooms downstairs (one half bath is near pool and open in summer).


OPEN YEAR ROUND?
-Absolutely! We are open to book 365 days of the year so guests can experience and enjoy every beautiful season that Maine has to offer.


POOL AND HOT TUB?
* The hot tub is open year round.
* The pool will open late May, and close in mid October, dependent on
weather. We will try our best to accommodate everyone’s needs on the
pool. Please work with us while the pool is difficult to heat and maintain in
colder weather.
* Also, due to large amount of propane needed, the pool is heated to 72
degrees. But is usually warmer (76-80) in July-Sep from the natural
sunlight. If guests would like the pool warmer throughout their stay, we
can send over the simple instructions on how to increase pool
temperature for a small fee ($15/day) to help with propane usage.


FREE PARKING?
-Yes! We have plenty of free parking on the property available to guests. The main driveway can accommodate up to 3-4 vehicles, and the back driveway can accommodate up to another 4-5 vehicles.


JARVIS HOMESTEAD TO ACADIA NATIONAL PARK?
-The house is located in beautiful Ellsworth Maine, which is the gateway to the Downeast region and is about a 20 min drive from Bar Harbor and Acadia NP. Ellsworth is a quaint, lively community that is open year round and filled with shops, restaurants, breweries and activities, and gives travelers the chance to get out of the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor and experience local Maine. Ellsworth is also very centrally located, and easily gives guests the opportunity to experience other world famous coastal Maine destinations like Rockland, Camden, Winter Harbor, Castine, Bath, Bucksport and more! Also, beautiful Baxter State Park is only 1.5 hours north of the Jarvis Homestead. Ellsworth is the right place to be to experience the untouched coast and wilderness of Maine at their fullest.


PETS?
-Yes, we allow pets! All we ask is that you clean up after your furry friends and leave the house in the same condition as you checked in.


ARE TOILETRIES, COOKING SUPPLIES AND SHEETS PROVIDED?
-Of course! We provide you with everything you will need during your vacation. Soap, shampoo, body wash, hair dryers, toilet paper and towels are all provided in each bathroom. Both kitchens will be fully stocked with whatever you will need to cook for the entire family!


KITCHEN SUPPLIES?
-We have it all in the kitchens. This includes two refrigerators, two stoves (beautiful 8-burner double oven) an outdoor barbecue, rice maker, 3 slow cookers, large bowls, 2 kettles, drip coffee maker (with coffee provided), spices & oils, pots & pans, cups, silverware, plates & bowls, lobster utensils, barbecue utensils, mugs and more.


CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMES?
-To be able to provide our wonderful cleaners with enough time to prepare the house for every group, check-in is at 4pm and check-out is 10am.


AC AND HEATING?
-Of course! We have a brand new mini-split ductless system that provides AC and Heating in every room of the house. Guests can select whatever temperature that fits their needs for each room specifically.


CRIBS AND HIGH CHAIRS?
-We sure do. We provide two cribs, a pack-and-play and a high chair for your toddlers.


HOW MANY TV'S?
-The house has a total of 5 flat screen smart TV’s. All TV’s have Netflix, Hulu and whatever streaming services you need!
-We also have an Xbox One in the loft game room with two controllers, a Mortal Kombat arcade game and a foldable basketball arcade game. We also provide an abundant amount of board games and books throughout the house.


DO THE FIREPLACES WORK?
-We do have the authentic original fireplaces throughout the home, but due to safety reasons we have installed faux fireplaces that create the lights and sounds of a real burning wood fire!


FREE LAUNDRY?
-Of course! We have a newer washer and dryer in the laundry room that guests have full access to. Detergent is provided.

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----- AREA - WHY ELLSWORTH? -----

Yes, Bar Harbor gets all the hype. We know most people want to visit Acadia National Park, and you absolutely should! It is one of the most beautiful and amazing places in America. Ellsworth is the gateway to Acadia and Downeast Maine (coastal Maine) and provides very easy access to Acadia (20 min drive). Due to its central location, Ellsworth provides the best access to many other famous and beautiful coastal Maine towns, including Camden, Rockland, Winter Harbor, Bucksport, Belfast and Bath. You get the best of both worlds being in Ellsworth, having close proximity to Acadia and Bar Harbor, as well as access to other Maine towns and the wilderness.