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Picturesque New England Farmhouse-style home on lovely grounds near Bar Harbor

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Combined shower/tub, towels, soap, toilet paper
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books
TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Picturesque New England Farmhouse-style home on lovely grounds near Bar Harbor

4 miles from downtown Bar Harbor, 2 miles from Acadia National Park entrance. The property is in a very desirable, rural/wooded neighborhood on quiet Sand Point Road, across street from Frenchman Bay with peek ocean views. Authentic 1865 New England Farmhouse-style home with newly restored traditional interior and modern conveniences, on 2 acres of lovely grounds with lawn, rosa rugosa bushes, mature apple, spruce, pine trees and gardens surrounding the building and in stone wall beds; and a covered stone well. The back three-quarter acre is a woodlot of tall, spaced pine and spruce clear at ground level for easy walking on covering bed of pine needles. Seasonal stream bordering the property that for almost all of the year runs in cascades over miniature stone falls and pools as it flows to the ocean close by. Nearby access to the shore stone beach. Walk to Salisbury Cove, mini-golf, restaurants, convenience store and ice cream shop. Near hiking, biking, shopping, fishing and swimming.


Total Rate and Booking Procedure: •*Maine's 9% lodging tax added to rate (all other fees included in rate)
•Booking Procedure:
specified deposit due to confirm reservations for weekly stays, remainder due one month prior to arrival date, total is required as deposit for stays of less than a week (security deposit due 2 weeks prior to arrival)

Additional Discount also offered to repeat renters!
FeesTax Rate: 9.0%

Check-In / Check-Out:

Check – In is anytime after 4 pm. Arrive at the house per directions given above and unload and make yourselves comfortable. The house will be unlocked. Call upon arriving and a rental representative will come by shortly to answer any questions you may have. Please call at any time during your stay if you need anything or have any problems.

The telephone land line at 208 Sand Point Road is ( 2 0 7 ) 2 8 8 – 8950.



Any instructions necessary for Internet, WIFI, cable TV, DVD player, phone, appliances, heat, etc. will be on sheets in the house and in the info packet you received. However, don’t hesitate to call 266 – 4565 if you have a problem or can’t figure out something.

Check – Out is by 11 am the following Saturday. PLEASE LEAVE THE KEY INSIDE AND THE HOUSE UNLOCKED UPON DEPARTURE. Please notify us if you feel you have damaged anything. (No worries about a broken glass or plate or two.) After we visit the house to clean, damage deposit will no longer be held, unless, of course, there is any real damage.

Driving Directions :
From I 95 Approaching Bangor:
Approaching Bangor take exit 182A to merge onto I 395 East toward Bangor. Take exit 6A to merge onto US 1A East / Wilson St. toward Ellsworth/Bar Harbor/US 1/Coastal Route. Continue onto High St. in Ellsworth. Continue onto Bar Harbor Rd. ME 3 East toward Bar Harbor.





From Bangor International Airport:
Head southeast on Godfrey Blvd. Take first right to stay on Godfrey Blvd. Turn right at Union St. Continue over bridge to Brewer and onto US 1A East / Wilson St. toward Ellsworth/Bar Harbor/US 1/Coastal Route. Continue onto High St. in Ellsworth. Continue onto Bar Harbor Rd. ME 3 East toward Bar Harbor.

From Coastal Route US-1:
At the Route 1 / rte 3 intersection in Ellsworth take Rte 3 east to Bar Harbor.

After crossing the bridge onto Mount Desert Island (approx 8 ½ miles), bear left at the Parkadia gas station split onto Rte 3 to Bar Harbor. Go approx 4 ½ miles and, at the top of the hill across from the Best Western, turn left onto Old Bar Harbor Rd. at the “Sand Point” sign and TAKE AN IMMEDIATE RIGHT ONTO SAND POINT ROAD. The house, white with green roof and shutters, is down 1/3 mile on the right. Look for the “208 Sand Point Rental” sign at the drive.

Property manager

Roland Sosa

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Lobster/crab pot

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2700 sq ft (251 sq m)

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Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Picturesque New England Farmhouse-style Home Lovely Grounds

About the neighborhood

Map
Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Village Green - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Shore Path - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 22 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fish House Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Paddys Irish Pub Bar Harbor - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Picturesque New England Farmhouse-style home on lovely grounds near Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Picturesque New England Farmhouse-style home on lovely grounds near Bar Harbor?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Picturesque New England Farmhouse-style home on lovely grounds near Bar Harbor located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor vacation home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Hulls Cove Visitor Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Picturesque New England Farmhouse-style home on lovely grounds near Bar Harbor Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 87 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julianna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We had a lovely stay in this cozy little home. It was in great proximity to Bar Harbor shopping and restaurants— just a quick drive. Check in/out process was super simple and the property manager, Roland, was very helpful. Bonus points because the home had a pack-and-play and high chair available for use! 10/10!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage Charm
This lovely historic home was perfect for our girls getaway. Close to Bar Harbor and other amenities. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a great trip
House was incredibly clean. Check in and check out process was extremely easy. Communication with the property manager was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine
Great location, no complaints
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Luca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy old house
The house is very picturesque and cosy, it has a lot of space and the quiet location in the woods allows for very good night sleeps. The brand new grill in the garden was great for BBQ. The house is old: with a renovation and newer kitchen appliances I would have rated it 5 stars. Roland was a very reliable and kind host
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large house close to Acadia
Large home with character about 15 minutes from Acadia. House enabled us all to have our private space after long days in the park. Two bathrooms would have been ideal but one was sufficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Theodore B.

Maine vacation house
The house has a gravel driveway on a hill. No walkway to the house. You walk up a grass hill with a couple of slate stones scattered about. Not safe at all for anyone with walking or balance issues. All the furniture is uncomfortable and looks as if it was purchased at yard sales. The stairs going to the 2nd floor are not up to code. Again, dangerous for children, elderly or people with balance issues. All beds are very cheap mattresses and very uncomfortable. The tub has a fireplace hanging over part of it and the toilet is a little tiny thing. There is a 3-season porch that only has windows that do not open. No screens to enjoy the weather or crickets. Ridiculous! All windows are original from 1800's and most do not even work or open. The front and back doors are also original always stick shut. I asked if there was a grill and was told YES! It was a rotted piece of junk. It had Coke cans holding up the gas jets. The front panel and the bottom were completely rotted off. They attached an aluminum tray to replace the rotted bottom to catch droppings and grease. A complete fire hazard! We were going to at least try it since we bought $200.00 worth of items to grill but the propane bottle was empty! I wasted my money on items to grill as there was no usable grill on the property. We had to fry steak tips and chicken wings on the house stove. I feel that we were over charged for this property. Do not rent this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice older home in amazing neighborhood
This is a quaint older home with a picturesque yard complete with wishing well.. it’s in an attractive neighborhood (great for walking) and very near entrance to Arcadia. The master bedroom and enclosed porch are a joy to experience. It is an older home as described with casual decor. Host was responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Kevin and Mary Jane J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, house needs some upgrades
We had a very nice stay and the house was fine for our needs, but it could be so much nicer with some upgrades. The beds were very comfortable and there were plenty of towels and supplies. The house is very roomy with lots of space to spread out and the enclosed front porch is where we spent most of our time. The only bathroom is upstairs, it really could use a half bath downstairs. The windows are not in good shape, most don't open or are very hard to open. The dishwasher is a portable that you have to move and connect to the kitchen sink, which means you can't really use the kitchen sink while the dishwasher is hooked up to it, and the kitchen sink is the only place to wash your hands or get water downstairs. The stove needs all the drip pans replaced, they are rusted/burnt thru and some of the plastic knobs are broken. The cookware was ok, but we had to search through all the teflon pans to try and find some that were not all beat up, they need to throw away many of the teflon pans. Host needs to get some large plastic spoons, so people aren't using metal ones on the teflon pans. The main lock on the back door was broken and the owner added a small slide lock, which would not keep anyone out, if they were trying to break in, based on a previous review, it has been like this for over a year. The outside of the house needs painting and the owner stated that it is hard to get that done when guest are staying there, which is true, but he needs to get it done. There was no gutter to catch the rain coming off the roof at the front landing, so if you had to come or go during a rain storm, then you had to walk under a waterfall, this needs to be fixed. Upstairs at the end of the hall leading to the bathroom, there is a two inch step up that is a tripping hazard, I am surprised no one else has mentioned this and I am surprised the owner has not done anything to mitigate or at least make it more clear that it is there. Overall we had a nice stay and the owner is a very nice man and very responsive, if you need him for anything.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming older home with lots of character.
Charming older home with lots of character. The staircase is very steep and would not be recommended for small children or those with difficulty walking/climbing. Good amount of space for people to spread out between living area, dining room, sun room. Kitchen had all supplies needed. Could use a couple new ice cube trays. Nice, quiet neighborhood. Great location for Acadia National Park. Short ride for getting to downtown Bar Harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint New England Home
Love the feel, look, and smell of a beautiful old homestead. It made us feel so relaxed and at peace. Hope to go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
As adverstised!
House was close to Bar Harbor and Acadia entrance. House is very old, which added to its charm. Host was very attentive. We had an issue with hot water and it was fixed within hours!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Amy M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
not as advertised
Huge black mold problem, air scrubbers in every room. shower doesn't drain, tv doesn't work (no batteries in remote and nona available to replace) smoke detectors beeping, had to take batteries out, again none to replace (huge safety issue.) No response from property manager while we were there or after. had to file a complaint with VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

MARY I., Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very quite, secluded location. Reminded me of my grandma’s farmhouse. Loved the lovely front enclosed porch. We had 4 adults and managed to get by with one bathroom, but as a friendly suggestion would recommend a mirror in the bedrooms, with nearby outlet for doing hair or makeup.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathan K., Dunedin, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Old House In A Great Location
The rental was fantastic for our family's stay in Bar Harbor. It is 10 minutes to the Acadia Entrance and downtown Bar Harbor, so the location is great while also not being in the busy downtown. The property is very cute with a classic old house that fits exactly what you would expect when you go to Maine. The description is accurate and the house had everything we need for our stay. I would highly recommend this rental for anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
We loved the location, out of town, near the water. This is a very old house, a bit of a musty smell. Adequately suited out needs though. The stairs to the only bathroom are very steep and would not be appropriate for children or anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice retreat!
This is a nice old home and it is accurately described. It’s charming and quirky. I grew to really like it over the days we stayed there. We found everything we needed and Roland was responsive to questions. I liked the area - quiet neighborhood. It’s a nice road for a run or walk. We frequently saw a deer family grazing in the front yard. We liked the basketball hoop in the driveway. It’s a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Rebecca M.

Wonderful location, uncomfortable house.
This house could be so gorgeous. The surrounding property and location are beautiful and prime for spending time exploring Acadia and eating lobster rolls. It had several issues that made it uncomfortable as guests. Perhaps temperature control is not always important in Maine, but in August it was really hot and humid. Three of the four sleeping spaces do not have AC at all. The numerous reviews about the musty odor are correct for the downstairs. The upstairs smells fine. We are totally not a picky group, but I would say that we noted worn furniture, window panes that were cracked and held in place by tape, and 'curtains' that were simply tacked over the window. Additionally, the owner arrived without notice on our first day to bring TP/paper towels (which was appreciated) and entered the house in order to reiterate that we start laundry prior to leaving (not really appreciated). Despite these relatively minor issues, we had a grand time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David M., Beaumont

Liked: Cleanliness
Farm House on Great Lot
It's a farm house, it took care of my family very well for 4 days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don D., Arlington Heights, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
My family of 5 loved this charming house. Great location, only 10 - 12 minutes from Bar Harbor. The owner, Roland, was very responsive. Bought the best blueberry pie ever just 3 doors down too! We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Had a great time, owner is super responsive and accommodating. It is a rustic, older farmhouse home and has all the charm and qualities as such. I think some of the negative reviews are from people coming in with different expectations and didn’t look at the reviews or pics. Multiple air purifiers throughout the home helped with my kids allergies. Clean and linens and paper products provided. Again, as others have said- pay attention to the description- there is only ONE bathroom on the second floor (I missed it the first time I read the description and didn’t pick up on it until I read reviews). If this will be an issue, you’ve been warned, our family did fine and the boys learned a little patience and to appreciate their own 2.5 bathroom home a little more. Otherwise this is a great property- literally 10 min door to door to downtown bar harbor. I will be coming back with our next trip to acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home, great location
We loved our stay. It’s the perfect location and close to just about everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation.
Great location to town. Comfortable home with ample seating for a group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric S., Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family vacation house
The house was everything we could have asked for and only a short commute from Downtown Bar Harbor. Everything from shops to mini golf for the kids to Acadia National Park within 10 to 15 minutes of the house. The house was extremely clean and Incredibly unique, especially if you love that old house feel. You can tell that the walls probably had stories to tell! The entire family had an amazing time. I would highly recommend this property, and will definitely look to rent it again in the future.

8/10 Good

Johana O., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Short drive to Acadia
We stayed 2 nights and got to explore bar harbor and acadia (~10 min drive). To be honest we didn't spend that much time in the home or surrounding grounds, but the house was clean and had plenty of rooms for our family- traveling were my husband, our baby, my mother in law and I. We covered the stairs with a chair because of our little one. We may be a little technology inept, but we were unable to get the tv to work. It was perfectly suitable home for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021