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Too Much for Just one Trip: Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island

Seeking a family friendly destination that won’t let you down is sometimes an overwhelming task; however, you can feel secure in your choice of Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island. This is a pleasing and variety-filled destination sure to make everyone happy that you took the reins and put your input and organizational skills to good use.


This region has been welcoming visitors for years, and upon arrival you’ll feel immediately at home. Popular summertime destinations like Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park and other nearby towns and areas serve as the perfect getaway spot for New Englanders, and anyone else for that matter, in search of some peace, quiet and warmth. In between the long winters the landscape wakes up to receive its visitors; people looking to swim, boat, fish and explore the lovely scenery and relaxing waterfront amenities.


People from all over the place come to discover the singular sense of serenity offered up here in the cooler months as well. Fall foliage or the incomparable sight of a cabin or cottage draped in snow may tempt you to venture here during less crowded times of year – that’s another plus to doing things a little differently.


However you do it, the coast, the tradition and the charm of Maine all come together for a sort of ideal vacation setting – family trips, anniversaries, reunions and romantic getaways are easily orchestrated. Framed by forests, mountains and trails and accented with an array of quaint shops, eateries and historic homes, this land is rich with treasures that will catch the eye of the young, old and everyone in between.


Get to know Somesville, Southwest Harbor and all the others; one is certainly fitting as the site of your next vacation and it’ll be a refreshing feeling to set off with confidence that all will be well.

  1. Large charming Bar Harbor ocean view home. — Property 166429

    Vacation House rental in Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island area
    • House
    • 7 bedrooms , sleeps 13
    • 7 bathrooms
    • near the ocean, village
    • pets considered
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $2800 - $3500 per property per week
  2. April's Bar Harbor Downtown
    'April's Downtown House' Walk to Shop, Dine, Play! — Property 106738

    Vacation House rental in Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island area
    • House
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 2 bathrooms
    • downtown, near the ocean
    • internet access
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1000 - $1750 per property per week
  3. Waterfront House with Private Dock — Property 114586

    Vacation House rental in Somesville area
    • House
    • 2 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 2 bathrooms
    • 1 half bathroom
    • village, waterfront
    • internet access
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1200 - $1600 per property per week
  4. Now accepting MC/Visa — Property 138768

    Vacation House rental in Bar Harbor area
    • House
    • 5 bedrooms , sleeps 11
    • 2 bathrooms
    • downtown, near the ocean
    • jacuzzi
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1800 - $2800 per property per week
  5. Ella's
    Sunsets and sand beach on Heather Cove 10 Minutes to Bar Harbor-off season rates — Property 230793

    Vacation House rental in Acadia National Park area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
    • 3 bathrooms
    • beach, waterfront
    • balcony
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1750 - $2700 per property per week
  6. Winding Brook Home
    $200 OFF, book by June 2010, Family/Pet Friendly, 3/4 bdrm, 5 min. from Acadia — Property 315058

    Vacation House rental in Bar Harbor area
    • House
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 11
    • 3 bathrooms
    • rural
    • jacuzzi
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1600 - $2000 per property per week
  7. Pet friendly home in downtown Bar Harbor — Property 184056

    Vacation House rental in Bar Harbor area
    • House
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 2 bathrooms
    • 1 half bathroom
    • downtown, village
    • pets considered
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1400 - $2100 per property per week
  8. Eagle Cliff
    Historic Oceanfront Estate: Stunning Ocean Views, Next to Park — Property 119383

    Vacation House rental in Bar Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 12
    • 3 bathrooms
    • 1 half bathroom
    • beach, waterfront
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $2450 - $5200 per property per week
  9. Charming Saltbox Adjacent to Denning Brook Wildlife Area — Property 223820

    Vacation House rental in Bar Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
    • 3 bathrooms
    • near the ocean
    • jacuzzi
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $800 - $2200 per property per week
  10. Fern Way
    Unique Nature Inspired New Home Adjacent to Lake in Acadia Park — Property 119384

    Vacation House rental in Bar Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
    • 2 bathrooms
    • lake, rural
    • jacuzzi
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1000 - $2850 per property per week