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Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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Bass Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr.

This apartment rents Saturday to Saturday.

Little Island House is a two story home in Bass Harbor, on the water, with two apartments, an Upstairs and a Downstairs apartment, which are totally separated.

One enters the Upstairs level by the outside stairway to the deck and sliding glass door. Step into the living room area, with a floor-to-ceiling granite fireplace and cathedral ceiling with skylight. Airy and light, it has large windows facing the harbor on three sides, a sofa and coffee table, ROKU TV, two armchairs by the fireplace.

The dining area follows, with an oval wooden table and four chairs, two corner lamps on small tables.

The kitchen, with tile counters and hardwood floor, is well supplied and has a great view of its own. You'll find everything you need for cooking (including a lobster pot), coffee, or wine. Four burner gas stove, fridge. Kitchen linens. Cleaning supplies under the sink.

A study area at the foot of the stairs to the bedroom is perfect for setting up your computer, writing, or 'working from home' (high speed Internet).

The third-floor bedroom, with skylight and window, has a queen-size bed, large closet, two dressers, and louvered windows that open up inside to the cathedral ceiling and stone chimney.

The bathroom/shower are around the corner from the kitchen.

The apartment sleeps two. It has central heat for the off season, excellent ventilation in summer, and all the firewood one would like. All linens (bed, bath, and kitchen) are included. Immaculately clean, lovely decor. No smoking, no pets.

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Glad to be on 'the quiet side': Views are beautiful. Bass Harbor has been photographed for the cover of a National Geographic book about New England and has been the site of several movies. The lobster fishing boats are always interesting, and if you love wildlife, eagles soar over the harbor daily. We counted twelve herons in the low tide one September day and have watched loons, ducks, terns, and gulls work the harbor.

Although we're only thirty minutes from Bar Harbor, we are essentially very different. Bass Harbor is a small fishing village and working harbor on the southern end of Mount Desert Island. We're called 'The quiet side of the Island.' There's plenty to do here: The Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, Wonderland and Ship Harbor (part of Acadia National Park) are only a mile or two away. At Little Island Marine, the small boatyard which shares the peninsula with the house, Island Cruises makes nature trips Monday through Saturday, and charters private fishing or sailing trips. Restaurants are within easy walking distance.

See reviews on Tripadvisor.

Top things to do in Bass Harbor

* Visit Acadia National Park
* Take an 'Island Cruise'
* Eat at long-time local restaurants
* Rent a boat for the day at Island Cruises
* Buy lobster/crabmeat fresh

Top things to do on a budget

* Visit Acadia National Park
* Walk through our lovely village
* Enjoy watching eagles, etc.
* Cook out on the deck, at water's edge
* Watch Maine's 3rd largest lobster fleet at work

Top things to do with a family

* Explore the National Park
* Spend the day at the beach
* Have a cookout
* Enjoy 'Island Cruises', 2-hr. boat ride
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Acadia National Park. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a fireplace and a patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Acadia National Park and a few minutes from Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr. offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Charlene Strauss

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Getaway
Sunset looking over the harbor on the deck amazing views! The house was very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone K., Princeton, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Great place to stay on the quiet side of MDI; well appointed and very clean, gracious host.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
You won’t be disappointed
The Little Island house has magnificent views of the harbor and inlet. The home is clean, the host have provided everything you would need for a stay. There is great communication with the hosts. Lastly, the town has lots of restaurants and shops and is not too far from Bar Harbor. There are many great hikes just minutes away and several ponds for paddle boarding/kayaking. There is something for everyone!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking location
When we walked in we were in awe of the view from all of the windows in the home. It was very clean and beautifully furnished. We were very close to Thurstons for delicious lobster. I would recommend this rental property to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcia g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Wonderful home with the views that you dream about. Spacious spotless and quiet- sunset a plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise G., Cary

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise on the quiet side
The view of Bass Harbor out our windows and our private deck was beautiful! The house was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was spacious and well equipped. We are discussing when we can come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B., PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we wanted!
This property is located in a very quiet neighborhood with the best views of what makes Maine iconic - mountains, water, boats, fog, wildlife. It was simply a spot that was good for the soul. We were torn each day with exploring and hiking or sitting on the deck to enjoy the changing tides and the beautiful sunsets. It was clean, so well stocked, and had hosts who were receptive to our questions. I honestly hate to share information on this little slice of Maine and keep it to ourselves, but share, I will! Make the reservation, and enjoy! Thank you for being a huge part of our ninth stay in Maine. We do love it there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharyle H., Fishers, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia National Park Trip
This lovely upstairs cottage was super clean and had all the supplies possible needed for our stay. We enjoyed the water view during high tide. Certainly interesting to see how low the water level is during low tide twice a day, Very quiet on this side of the island. Close to a couple of beautiful trails and the Lighthouse. Easy to communicate with owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R., Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Vacation
Our stay was amazing. The view was amazing and relaxing. The house was amazing and extremely clean. Well appointed and comfortable, felt like home. It was hard to leave. Loved watching the lobster boats. This is a great place and we can't say enough about it. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reginald L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
5 stars!!!
The property was very neat and clean. This is our 2nd time staying here and it was jist as nice as the first time. Very satisfied!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone K., Princeton, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Nice place to stay on the quiet side of the island, very much enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Island Gem
This was our first trip to Mt. Desert Island. We loved that the house was located right at the water's edge. It was very comfortable and we enjoyed watching the activity of the harbor. We also enjoyed a number of sensational sunsets from the deck. We would love to come back and stay longer next time as we felt we only scratched the surface of things to do in Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myra H., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views- beyond expectations!
This was a really wonderful place to stay in all ways. It was on the quiet side of the island, which we loved. The views from the condo are spectacular, the place was very well cared for and well equipped and was such a comfortable place to be. The owner was really responsive and kind. We took a wonderful nature cruise that was family run by the owners kids and loved it! We had to leave a day early but will definitely try to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

seth m., Brooklyn NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Such A Lovely Spot That we Came Back Again for Two Weeks This Time
Perfect spot to appreciate MDI with a 270 degree view of Bass Harbor — which is a scenic working harbor on MDI. Everything was as promised and very responsive hosts. We will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy & LInda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Wonderful views of Bass Harbor. Looking forward to coming back
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie D., Lagayette

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view!
Wonderful location. Very clean. Peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Island House
We couldn't believe this place when we arrived. It was absolutely spotless. So spotless, in fact, that you could eat off the floor! There wasn't a even a mark on the wall! The watercolor of the Little Island House hanging on the dining room wall was beautiful as well. And we couldn't have asked for a better view. Waking up each morning to the sunrise and enjoying the sunset at night was incredible! It was so quiet and serene even with a tourist attraction next door and neighbors below us! I would recommend this place to anyone. Charlene, you outdid yourself! We didn't want to leave but we hope to come back some day. David and Linda McLean
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

kate f., New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem in Bass Harbor
Stunning location, comfortable and clean. We enjoyed everything about this rental. It is one of the best-stocked VRBO’s I have stayed in. We wanted to stay forever!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexis S., Worcester MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet retreat with spectacular scenery
My husband and I loved our week here in Bass Harbor. The cottage was perfect and met our expectations ten fold. This property is of the nicest VBRO properties we have rented over the years! Being on the quiet side away from all the people and the touristy places was perfect for us! The sunsets views every evening were a bonus! Thanks Charlene for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simone K., Princeton, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
A fantastic place to stay, I have enjoyed my time here several times over the last years - spacious, clean and well appointed apartment, and a gracious host, great communication.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Great place to stay. Will go back again and agoain.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

Liked: Cleanliness
East Coast Retirement 2022
Little house on Bass Harbor so pleasant! Pretty sunsets, activity in the fishing harbor to watch, close to Thurstons Lobster House restaurant…. Just a great location & close to other things to do in the area!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic getaway!
This apartment was perfect for my boyfriend and I. Cute, clean, and in the perfect location. Close to Bar Harbor and Acadia, but away from the hustle and bustle of the touristy areas. We loved it and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trish D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful perfection!
Husband and I were both delighted with this lovely place: easy communication with the hosts; wrap-around view of a quaint working harbor with mountains in one direction and islands and the sea at the other; beautifully furnished with a very well equipped kitchen; easy access to Acadia National Park if you can tear yourself away from this little gem! We can't wait to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simone K., Princeton, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place to stay on MDI
The upstairs apartment, overlooking the harbor, is a great place to stay on the quiet side of MDI. Spacious, well equipped, very clean and a very experienced and gracious host - could not have hoped for anything more to ensure a wonderful, relaxing stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021