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Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home

Welcome to the Big Red House, located in the Whitney Park Historic District in Bangor! We’ve made some upgrades and renovations and are excited to share them with you. Pine ceilings have been added, as well as new furniture, memory foam gel mattress toppers, and a renovated master bathroom. Built c. 1869, the BRH is one of the Queen City’s oldest homes. Once owned by sea captains and the father of a US Treasurer, the BRH is the perfect place to stay to experience Bangor, the once lumber capital of the world and one of the busiest ports on the East Coast. Visit the Penobscot Reservation on Indian Island near Old Town (about 20 minutes to the north) to learn about Maine's Penobscot Tribe. And the Bangor Historical Society down the street will shed light on Bangor's French, Irish, and English history.

At the 2600 sf. Big Red House, you'll enjoy a huge eat-in kitchen, 4 bedrooms (2 queen and 2 twin) - our downstairs office has a twin daybed and can be closed off to use as a bedroom, and upstairs laundry, pellet stove, garage, central heat, and private driveway. It's close to downtown, too! Great for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families, and groups. A hop, skip and a jump away from lobster pounds, hiking trails, local theaters, shopping, dining, historical churches, museums, Hollywood Slots casino, and skiing. Check out the Bangor Waterfront along the Penobscot River, and Author, Stephen King's house located right down the street. Dogs welcome (no other pets, please.) And enjoy an edible gift from us to you just for choosing the BRH!
The BRH is a non-smoking property.

(Note: This property is equipped with exterior cameras and any illegal activity is reported directly to local police. Thank you for respecting the BRH.)

Property manager

Cindy Michaels

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2600 sq ft (242 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only! NO cats or critters. $50/per dog fee

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: No noise after 10 PM. Be respectful of neighbors.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Big Red House Lovely Historic Bangor Home
Big Red House Lovely Historic Home
Big Red Lovely Historic Bangor Home
Big Red Lovely Historic Home
Big Red House - Lovely Historic Bangor Home Bangor
Big Red House - Lovely Historic Bangor Home Bangor
Big Red House Lovely Historic

About the neighborhood

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Bangor, ME

What's nearby

  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 17 min walk
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 18 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 18 min walk
  • Cross Insurance Center - 20 min walk
  • Eastern Maine Medical Center - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fairmount Market - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Angelo's Pizzeria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Co. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Carolina Sports & Spirits - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home located?

This family-friendly Bangor vacation home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bangor Museum and Center for History and Cross Insurance Center. Maine Discovery Museum and Bangor Farmers Market are also within 15 minutes.

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Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Pam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Old Home
Easy check in, quick responses from host. Beautiful old home, well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for a concert
Friends and I went to a concert in Bangor and stayed at the BRH ! It’s on a quiet street but still close to the venue and casino.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
We had a wonderful stay at The Big Red House in Bangor! The home was spacious yet cozy, providing a welcoming atmosphere perfect for families or groups. The location couldn’t be better—just 10 minutes from anywhere in Bangor, making it easy to explore the area. The house was impeccably clean, and the kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals. Check-out was a breeze, with a simple process that was especially appreciated after a long trip. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a comfortable, convenient place to stay in Bangor!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to enjoy seeing family
Wonderful house and staff and host! Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood where we can be together!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home
Definitely recommend a stay here if you're in Bangor. Perfect spot for concerts and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time in Bangor
Wonderful! Cindy the host was fantastic, very responsive. Nice location. Great house! Loved the kitchen especially!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BRH
We were in town for a concert and the location was perfect . We will definitely stay here again and will recommend to friends and family. Lots of space, very clean and well appointed. Thank you Cindy!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Polly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Bangor Was the Perfect Hub
We had a wonderful time. Bangor is great to take day trips and has some really great restaurants. Our accommodations were good. We wished there had been dressers, closets or armoires for hanging and storing clothes Otherwise, the house was lovely and very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ליאור ש.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a quite neighberhood
The house is great, it has everything you need. The kitchen is well equipped, there a a lot of rooms. The neighberhood is nice and quiet. it is loacted just 5 minutes driving from Maine saving theathere, on the way back from the show, while everyone stood in trafic, we walled back to the house ! Cindy was great, answering all our questions before and during the stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Excellent Stay!
Our family and pups love staying here on vacation! Room enough for all, including an office, it’s a comfy home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

leslee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun, rainy weekend at the Big Red House
Property is conveniently located near the downtown. Walkable (wether permitting). Love the historic charm of this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Beautiful historic home
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob T., Columbus, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house in a great location
The house was the perfect place to use as a starting point to explore Bangor, Acadia NP, and the wilderness of central Maine. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CLEAN with lots of character
Beautiful historic red house, CLEAN, owners were very responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming historic home
What a charming home. It was fun walking through all the rooms and seeing the history of the house. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom towels were super plush. Our host, Cindy, was so great to work with. We stayed in the heat of July and Cindy provided fans for the bedrooms since there is no a/c. We were able to visit Acadia and Bar Harbor while we were there. Great downtown to drive through as well. Thanks for allowing us to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Bangor!
The house was beautiful and well-maintained, and had ample space for four adults and a large dog. Cindy was responsive and helpful throughout our stay, from check-in until the time we left. We felt welcomed from the moment we stepped into the Big Red House and truly enjoyed our “home away from home”!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
The place was easy to get to at nights and was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love
We absolutely love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house has lots of character, is very clean and well maintained, and is convenient to the centre of town. It was a good base to see the area as even Bar Harbour is a pretty easy drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic house with ample space and close to Waterfront Auditorium. Great communication with owner Cindy who has really made the Big Red House very comfortable. Great place to stay in the Bangor area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lance & Karon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One night in Bangor
Great stop off point for our trip to summit Katahdin. The home was beautiful, well stocked and very clean. Love the history of the home as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy retreat
This property met our needs for our recent trip. We had one night that was a little warm due to unseasonable Maine heat, but we were otherwise comfortable as the weather cooled in the evenings. The beds were comfy and the kitchen was indeed the gathering spot. We wished for more ceiling fans but realize this is an historic home. It's charm outweighed our concerns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it!!
My wife and I will definitely stay here again!! We would love to bring our family next time. It's a great centralized hub while vacationing in Maine. Such charm!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pooch friendly perfection!
Four humans and one dog stayed at the BRH while in town for a canoe race! The house was welcoming and perfectly clean. Plenty of towels, blankets and a kitchen stocked with appliances that we cooked in. Nice neighborhood for dog walks and easy to get to grocery stores! Check in and out process was seamless and everything was accurately represented! Would certainly highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Place!
Beautiful house that was perfect for a week away from home! Kids and pups have plenty of room and I had an office to work from. Definitely recommend and will definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023