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Proximity to Bar Harbor and Acadia, a bright and spacious house in the woods

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Property grounds
Beach nearby
Interior
TV, books, stereo, offices

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    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.

Proximity to Bar Harbor and Acadia, a bright and spacious house in the woods

Welcome to Woods and Waters, a spacious and bright 4-bedroom home abutting Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, ME. We are Spruce Properties Bar Harbor, also available to book directly at our website online, sprucepropertiesbarharbor.wordpress.com.

Walk up stairs and enter a lovely, welcoming entryway with plenty of space for shoes and bags. The house flows into a comfortable, open living and dining area with a cathedral ceiling and skylights that fill the space with warm natural light. The kitchen is fully stocked with quality knives, non-stick pans, and tupperware, and is easy to cook in while partaking in conversation in the living room/dining room. We have plenty of books and games to enjoy on the cozy couches, a breakfast nook that looks out into the woods, and a small upper deck for coffee or stargazing.

The first floor holds the living area, kitchen, half bathroom and 2 bedrooms, one with 2 twin beds and one with 1 twin bed. On the second floor are 2 bedrooms with queen beds, the laundry, washer/dryer, and a full bathroom. The master bedroom in particular is spacious and bright - enjoy birds-eye views of Champlain Mtn or star gazing through the sky lights.

Woods and Waters is located 3 miles from downtown Bar Harbor on one of the most scenic stretches of Route 3 passing between Champlain and Dorr mountains. The house has a private location set back from the main road and nestled against Cadillac Mtn, giving the feeling of living in the trees but close enough for quick trips to town or to the beach. It is <1 mile from the four most iconic and scenic hiking trails in Acadia. To access Otter Cliffs, Seal Harbor beach, or Compass Harbor, drive a short 3 min in either direction. There is a hidden stream about 1/3 mile from the house with a small pool. It is unmarked, so to seek it the finder will need to be comfortable navigating the woods. A perfect place to explore all that Acadia has to offer!

Notes: This property is NOT handicapped-accessible. There is NO central A/C. We have fans in each room and three window a/c units in case of hot weather. There is parking for 2 cars next to the house. Bar Harbor rental registration #VR2R24-015.

Property manager

Kyle W Spruce

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

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

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 27

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Thunder Hole - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 21 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Proximity to Bar Harbor and Acadia, a bright and spacious house in the woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Proximity to Bar Harbor and Acadia, a bright and spacious house in the woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Proximity to Bar Harbor and Acadia, a bright and spacious house in the woods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Proximity to Bar Harbor and Acadia, a bright and spacious house in the woods located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Thunder Hole, Ocean Path Trailhead and Gorham Mountain Trail. Sieur de Mont Nature Center and Sieur de Monts Spring are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Proximity to Bar Harbor and Acadia, a bright and spacious house in the woods Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 45 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kaarin N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and sweet
We had a wonderful time here. The place is very sweet. It is well located - outside of Bar Harbor but very close. It is definitely not fancy - but has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location.
Great location to both Acadia and Bar Harbor. Clean and comfortable property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl G., Bloomfield Hills, Mi

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking in Acadia National Park
The hosts were superb! Communications started well before we arrived at their house on Otter Creek Drive. Everything that was expected was there upon arrival. Amazingly, hiking trails were found right out the front door. We were able to walk to other trails nearly by and made it to the top of Cadillac Mountain! We give the Spruces our very best wishes and hope that we can arrange for another visit next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rachell F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Fun time!
Had a great time. Kids had fun at the hidden water pond. Kyle was great to deal with. Very easy check in. When we had issues he replied quickly and was helpful. Would just say the house maybe could have been a little cleaner. Overall, a good stay and super location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia Heaven
My crew came up to enjoy the beauty of nature with several planned hikes throughout Acadia. The most appealing aspect of this property was the proximity to Acadia. It was LITERALLY a 4 minute drive to the Acadia entrance and probably 5 minutes to the center of Bar Harbors shopping area. Communition with the host was flawless.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home in the woods
Clean and well-maintained property tucked away in the woods but bright inside. Swimming hole off trails in the back is an added bonus. Overall great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bert K., Inverness, IL (USA)

Liked: Cleanliness
Location - Location - Location!!!!!
When visiting Maine and Acadia National Park, there is no better place to stay than Woods and Waters! This open-concept family home is located at the base of Cadillac Mountain, steps from Acadia Park. Its location is absolutely perfect! The house has a detailed (waterproof) map of the many trails of Acadia that are left, right and all-around this wonderful property. It is a short drive (less than 4 mi) down the street to get to downtown Bar Harbor (Otter Creek turns into Main Street Bar Harbor. It was wonderful to go to downtown for the whale watching and shopping but yet retreat back to Woods and Waters for the cozy, relaxed get away in the woods. We even explored the trails on the property and found the creek and watering hole. The kids swam and made wonderful memories. Catrina was extremely responsive and helpful before and during our trip. This home is a definite YES!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bo M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and convenient
Had a great time. Hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
ACADIA DREAM!!
Clean, private and incredibly located in the middle of the Park!! Catrina and Kyle were terrific hosts who bent over backwards to ensure we enjoyed our stay! We did!! 5 STARS!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Charles V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Property is close to town and close to Acadia which makes it great after a long day of hiking or sightseeing. Skylights are great at night in the master bedroom but make it a little difficult when the sun creeps in before 5 in the morning. We didn’t do much cooking but the kitchen was well stocked with utensils and cookware. Would recommend having more plentiful paper towels and toilet paper available for guests as those aren’t things we usually worry about running out of at other properties visited in the past. It was also nice having a house in the woods and we were able to hike to the creek nearby. The window units worked well keeping the home cool during the day with the summer heat but otherwise weren’t necessary at night time when things cooled down. Overall would recommend staying at Woods and Waters.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby & Allison N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and great location
Really super clean and comfortable! So convenient for hiking and downtown eating. The backyard hiking was so much fun. We will certainly do this again!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for family
Nice location. Private, but also close to Bar Harbor and Acadia if you have your own vehicle. Comfortable for our family with college age kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia NP stay
Good neighborhood and very close to Acadia Natl Park. Had laundry and fully stocked kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Home in Excellent spot
The location of this home was great, surrounded by green woods, right by the beautiful Otter Creek. The house was spacious and very pretty with beautiful wooden ceilings. They had a collection of books, toys, and games that my kids happily dig into. Owner very responsive to some general inquiries I had. I recommend this property and would rent it again if we are lucky enough to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunita A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Woods and Waters - Great Place to Stay!
Woods and Waters provided a convenient and comfortable place to stay while we explored Acadia. There was plenty of space for five people and the host was polite and accommodating. The washer and dryer was a huge bonus for us. Thank you for providing this wonderful place for our family’s vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lois C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House
Comfortable house in a perfect location close to but outside of town. Clean and spacious, it served us well for our family vacation. Our little one especially appreciated the toys left at the house. Although the trail was not well marked, we found the water and rocks, which were amazing.The house was so nice, I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise H., Greencastle, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home and Location
The home is beautiful, in a wooded area with lots of room for our family. It is conveniently located close to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Some of our family camped at Blackwoods Campground which was just a 5 minute drive away. I would highly recommend staying here. The owners were quick to answer any questions and even had some suggestions for things to to in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Home was just as listed! Everything you need to be close to Bar Harbor but also close to the national park. House was clean and spacious, owners even dropped off extra toys for my little ones. Beds were very comfortable and house is equipped with everything you need to get your vacation started. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summertime Maine
House was the perfect location for our family trip to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Very clean, everything you could need. Prefect little deck for grilling up some fresh seafood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
As advertised. Great property, great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bar Harbor cabin
Fantastic location for Bar Harbor and Acadia access. Very quiet and secluded property. Beds were very comfortable. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Retreat
The property was well suited for a family of up to 6-8. The home was clean and well maintained. Location was perfect for accessing anything in Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy and comfortable
Close to trails and a quick drive or taxi to the city. Had a blast and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
Our family has never done VRBO before and we were nervous on what to expect. Woods and Waters was incredible! The place was very well maintained, clean and very cozy for our family of 5. The location is incredible, and Kyle was extremely helpful. We had an amazing vacation and I would recommend this house to anyone visiting Bar Harbor!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This house is more expensive than its competitors in the area, but it’s well worth it if you prize “bright and spacious.” It’s truly bright and spacious, and very well designed for a group. This is especially important if you think you might not be spending all your time outside.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022