Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Hulls Cove Visitor Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf with a stay here. Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Newlin Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).
West Street Historic District - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Village Green - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Geddy's - 6 min drive
Thirsty Whale - 6 min drive
Side Street Cafe - 6 min drive
Jordan's Restaurant - 5 min drive
Finback Alehouse - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lovely cottage near Bar Harbor
Cozy cottage just 2 miles from downtown Bar Harbor and 1/4 mile from the entrance of Acadia National Park. Easy access to the hiking trails, shopping, and fine eateries . The fire pit out front offers relaxing views of the water while you toast marshmallows You will definitely call this your home away from home. The beech is just across and you have beautiful views of the sunrise from the large picture window in the living room.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Whale watching nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Lovely cottage near Bar Harbor Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
mike m.
Jun 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Bar Harbor stay delightful
Excellent all around. Cleanest house we’ve stayed in
mike m.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah R.
May 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The place was great
The only thing which is very small is the tv should get more channels
Deborah R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margaret P.
Oct 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Cove Cottage is a spotless and comfy place to stay while exploring all that Bar Harbor has to offer. It provided everything we needed and more for our five night stay. We loved the place!
The entrance to Arcadia is just 1/4 mi down the road and a great place to eat is right across the street.
Margaret P.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denise M.
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Bar Harbor
Lovely cottage! Great views
Denise M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Mary B.
Oct 5, 2024
Perfect location with walking distance to Acadia
Wonderful stay! Lots to do. We spent most of our time in Acadia National Park hiking and admiring the glorious scenery. Definitely God’s country!
Mary B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janice R.
Oct 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
House was in an amazing location! We loved walking over to The Chart room in the evenings for dinner. The beds and pillows were so comfy! We had a mix up while trying to check in and her neighbor was kind enough to reach out and let us in.
Janice R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marzena M.
Sep 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage
It was our second stay at this cottage. It’s small but has all the necessary amenities. Comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, TV, WiFi, small area outside overlooking the bay with beautiful sunrises if wiling to get up by 6:00am. Very close to Hulls Cove Acadia National Park, walking distance. Couple of miles away from Bar Harbor. It was perfect for a family of 3 with a dog. Will be returning again.
Marzena M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peter I.
Aug 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Everything was great for our family, only wish there was a bunk bed or something for when you have 2 teens.
Peter I.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Roy L.
Jul 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Second time we stayed at this location and its proximity to Acadia and the town of Bar Harbor allows for relaxation as well as shopping and hiking as needed. The view from the lawn seating of the bay is ideal.
Roy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine M.
Jul 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A magical place
We loved our stay in the cottage that gave us beautiful sunrises. It also was so close to Bar Harbor and Acadia park. Super clean and well equipped.
Catherine M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer E.
Jun 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and location
Overall we were happy with our stay at Cove Cottage, we enjoyed the many activities the area offers and lots and lots of seafood. The cottage is located in a convenient location across the street from a beach on Hulls Cove.
Entrance to Acadia is close by. Cove Cottage offers alot and it's great to have a washer and dryer available. Another great stay.
Jennifer E.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Paul S.
Oct 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Convienent to Bar Harbor
The cottage is quite nice and in our case perfect for just the 2 of us. We did not have pets with us this time but they are permitted at this rental.
The good - spacious, cozy house with just about all amenities you would need, while being only 10 minutes from center of Bar Harbor and a little more to Acadia.
The bad - there is now a second restaurant next door. There are 2 parking lots that face the property, and at any given time you may have cars sittings with headlights pointed on you while trying to enjoy the fire pit.
The noise from patrons of Bar Harbor Lobster Bakes can be annoying - as well as the trash or delivery trucks that were showing up between 2-4am almost daily and will wake you up.
The house is situated on the corner of 2 busy roads, so traffic can be intense, as well as confused tourists turning around in your driveway.
We also had an odd encounter with the neighbor mowing the lawn of the property while we were there - she rode past the main living room window twice, barely 3 feet from us, which we just found bizarre to do while the rental is occupied.
Overall if you want peace and quiet you will need to look on backroads or further from town - but it's tough to beat for convenience and proximity to Bar Harbor itself, especially being pet friendly.
Paul S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tre', Marcellus
Oct 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything We Needed for Our Stay
Cozy cottage with a nice view and all the ameneties that we needed for the week that we stayed there. We had two dogs and the owner was very pet friendly.
The owner's sister lives next door and she is engaged in the rental process so if there are any issues (we had none) there is a level of comfort that they would be addressed promptly.
Good laundry facilities, decent TV, dishwasher, etc. There are two viable restaurants VERY close by and it's a very conveniant 2 mile drive to Bar Harbor.
Tre'
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marzena M.
Sep 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage.
The cottage was perfect for a family of 3 plus a dog. It was half a mile from Hulls Cove entrance to Acadia Park and 4 miles from Bar Harbor. It had everything we needed: comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, fast internet ( son had to work remotely and was happy with internet speed), TV for rainy days, although we had fantastic weather and did not have to rely on all the satellite channels provided. The house was very clean which is of utmost importance and had cleaning supplies to maintain it spotless. Acadia is a magical place and now we have a perfect place to stay. We will be back.
Marzena M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deb A.
Aug 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot!
Perfect location, Comfortable, Great neighbors, most Everything you need is there…. Would have loved to have some games to play.
Deb A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike W.
Jul 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Bar Harbor Cottage
We had a lovely time in our own special house in Bar Harbor. Everything you could ask for in a Vac Rental.
It was perfect for the two of us and our Golden Retriever loved the spacious yard.
Close to everything wife jogged a short 3/10 of a mile and headed out for her daily runs on Acadia's trail.
Hope we can get back again soon!
Mike W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Roy L.
Jul 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
First, the cottage is very cute and in a pretty location across from the water and great sunrises. Close to a nice general store, wine/cheese shop and a great restaurant. The garden and flowers in the cottage yard and flower boxes are beautiful.
However, the office area/mudroom smelled like a litter box was kept in the room and not emptied for some time. Febreze helped, but overall, the house needs a good air out and maybe carpets cleaned.
Bathroom door had loose hinges which was causing the door to stick and not close properly. I had to tighten up the screws in the hinges as well as the door handle that came off in my hand due to the set screw not being tightened.
A note was on the fridge that the toilet handle had to be jiggled to at each flush to keep the toilet from running, and the handle felt it could break at any time, which should have been fixed before we arrived.
Listing stated the rental had AC but there was only one AC unit in the living room which did not cool down the bedrooms. Luckily it was cool enough most nights that we were able to open the windows.
Listing stated that it had a hot tub which it did not.
These are by no means reasons not to book here, they just are just housekeeping issues that need to be addressed. Still a great little Maine vacation place. Would stay here again.
Roy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sandra F.
Jul 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Get-away Close to Everything
This is the perfect Gem of a location. Right next to the park, with an ocean view (complete with fire table), walkable to some restaurants, and a 5 minute drive to downtown bar harbor. House is very clean and the beds are comfy.
Sandra F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael & Chriss B.
Jun 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Jun9_Jun20Ber
The rental house was charming, with lots of little extras. It is very well maintained, and overall, an outstanding VRBO! We give it a 5 stars!
Michael & Chriss B.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bruce K.
May 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very lovely house
Very much enjoyed our stay at the house. It's a very lovely house; very well kept. The interior is decorated better than my own house. It’s conveniently located to several restaurants and is as close to town as I’d like to get. But mostly I enjoyed watching the sunrise from the living room window; I miss that already. Looking forward to going back.
Bruce K.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
John R.
Oct 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage near Bar Harbor
This is a lovely little gem of a property just outside of Bar Harbor in the Hulls Cove area. Place is immaculate - and it was the perfect base to explore Acadia National Park and the entire Mt Desert Island area.
John R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Oct 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
October vacation to Bar Harbor, Maine
This little ranch cottage we stayed at couldn’t of been cleaner, and was the perfect location for our Arcadia National Park experience. The weather, food and everything was great. Just a few aches and pains from hiking the mountains. But so worth it. Just for the experience.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pam G.
Oct 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Great experience. The house was perfect and in perfect location. Will be back!
Pam G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne G., Washington DC
Sep 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent proximity to Acadia
This is a snug cozy cottage with a view of the water across the road. I liked being out of the crowded downtown area. The cottage was well equipped and immaculate. I especially liked the quality of the sheets and towels that were provided.
Suzanne G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Donna C.
Sep 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Bar Harbor Honeymoon
We had an amazing week staying at this property. It was close to all the sights we wanted to visit and the perfect size for just my husband and I.