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Freshly Renovated Classic Home in Downtown Bar Harbor

Vacation home with kitchen, near Acadia National Park

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In the heart of Bar Harbor, Honeybee House offers a warm and inviting home away from home. With a lovely yard featuring a vibrant flower garden, picnic table, and gas grill on the deck. Enjoy quality time with family in this fully renovated 1920’s historic house that has ample seating in the living room, spacious modern open kitchen for cooking enthusiasts and glassed-in sun porch.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Freshly Renovated Classic Home in Downtown Bar Harbor

This fully renovated downtown home features an exceptional location in the heart of Bar Harbor within walking distance to all downtown restaurants, shops, a supermarket, and amenities including the main hub of the island wide free bus system. Walk to the local bike shop to rent bikes, pack a lunch and head straight to the dock where your boat departs, or grab the kids for a quick pre-dinner ice cream. You're on vacation, after all, spend your time playing and not driving!

Situated in a small quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Bar Harbor and just a stone's throw from the grocery store, the Honeybee House is a historic 1920’s home that was completely renovated with a more functional open floor plan and bright big kitchen.

Featuring a lovely yard with a vibrant flower garden that compliments the deck with picnic table and gas grill, a large furnished glassed-in sun porch welcomes you into the house. Downstairs is the living room with ample seating, a spacious modern open kitchen, breakfast bar, dining area, and full bathroom. A door from the kitchen leads to the grill area and deck. With the proximity to the grocery store, this arrangement is great for cooking enthusiasts by providing the opportunity for some wonderful family meals.

The second floor is the sleeping area with 3 bedrooms and a full bath. The master bedroom has a king and stunning handcrafted cherry wardrobe; the second bedroom is a custom queen over queen bunk bed, allowing for 1 or 2 couples or a gaggle of kids; and the third bedroom has a queen. Window units for AC in primary bedroom and bunk room only. The Honeybee House is just the right combination of quiet yet convenient, with ample space and historic charm, yet an affordable rental price.

You get the whole house, the flowers and hummingbirds, and all the fresh air of Acadia National Park you can handle. 2 off-street parking spots on parking pad (2 cars max).

We have been managing property rentals since the year 2000 and have had the pleasure of serving over 1000 tenants since that time. We are physically located nearby to the Honeybee House in case you need us, but we respect the privacy of our guests.

We know from our own experience that managing family vacations can be quite a job. A little local knowledge and some extra help can make your vacation more enjoyable and hassle free.

Adam and Jen have a deep love and understanding of the natural beauty surrounding the Acadia/Mount Desert Island area and are dedicated to the vitality of the people of Mount Desert Island. We live here year round and are raising our kids here. Thus, each year we donate a portion of our proceeds to local organizations devoted to sustaining the beauty and well-being of the Mount Desert Island area and people living here.

Lic # VR1R25-169; Permit # 2492
First and foremost we are dedicated to helping families and friends spend quality time with each other and want your vacation to be memorable. We ask that you fully read the listing details so that you are knowledgeable about the property.

Please treat our home as you would want us to treat your home.

Guest Limit: Exceeding the listed property occupancy limit (including children and infants) may result in immediate cancellation of your stay.


No Pets: We love furry friends, but this property is strictly pet-free to ensure comfort for all guests.


Quiet Hours: 10 PM – 8 AM. Please be mindful and courteous of our neighbors.


Lost & Found: We’ll do our best to return any lost items and will donate them after 2 weeks.

Smoking, outside fires or campfires (unless a designated firepit is provided) and parties/events are not permitted.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,798 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 and a first aid kit
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 Registration Number Lic # VR1R25-169; Permit # 2492

Property is also known as

Freshly Renovated Historic Home Quiet Downtown Area House
Freshly Renovated Historic Bar Harbor Home Quiet Downtown Area
Freshly Renovated Historic Home Quiet Downtown Area House
Freshly Renovated Historic Bar Harbor Home Quiet Downtown Area
Freshly Renovated Historic Home Quiet Downtown Area
217055

About the neighborhood

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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • West Street Historic District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Criterion Theater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Freshly Renovated Classic Home in Downtown Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Freshly Renovated Classic Home in Downtown Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Freshly Renovated Classic Home in Downtown Bar Harbor?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Freshly Renovated Classic Home in Downtown Bar Harbor located?

Situated in Bar Harbor, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from West Street Historic District and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Acadia National Park. Criterion Theater and Bar Harbor Whale Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Freshly Renovated Classic Home in Downtown Bar Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Perfect spot! Great location- short walk to grocery store and all the quaint Bar Harbor shops and restaurants. Acadia is just a quick drive away, too. We were very happy with our stay and will return for sure
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

The T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Had everything we needed for a party of 8. Everything as described.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was charming, clean and in an amazing location. You can walk to everything. It is on a quiet street. We enjoyed our stay. Lisa
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location! Walking distance to all the fun downtown!

This house is in a perfect location right behind the grocery store and a two minute walk to downtown. We had issues with the TV but the owners were close by and came and worked on the TV remote for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meagan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great in-town stay!

Excellent location— downtown and so close to all our Acadia hikes! Great communication with owner and super easy check in and check out process.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Stay at the HoneyBee

Perfect location for our family vacation in Bar Harbor. Walking distance to everything but on a nice quiet street. House had everything you could need and the softest towels!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering

Its location is ideal! It's just steps away to a grocery store, a quick walk to downtown Bar Harbor, and a short drive to Acadia NP!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Very clean, charming house in great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Great central location that feels secluded too. Very walkable. Responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

westy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

House is walking distance to everything. Nice 3 bedroom house, everything was in good condition and worked. Quiet street, very little traffic. Definitely would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming house in a perfect location

Everything about our stay was wonderful. The house was even more charming than it looked in the pictures. There were oodles of clean fluffy towels, a very well stocked kitchen (spices, dishes, pots and pans, etc) and we were right in the middle of Bar Harbor. And Jen, the owner, was very helpful and proactive on communications. A great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila R.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Bar harbor

Last minute booking but worked well for exploring area. Lovely homely feel.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Honey Bee house was a great place to stay! The house was clean and comfortable and conveniently located. We walked downtown every day and shopped for groceries at the supermarket at right behind the neighborhood. Jen was wonderful about checking in before and during our stay. I would definitely stay at Honey Bee House again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial weekend stay

Great house great location and highly recommend!! Owner was super helpful and always ready to answer questions. House was stocked with everything from shampoo to plastic baggies!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Great House

We loved our stay at the Honey Bee House. It is very cozy, comfortable and convenient to town. We will definitely return,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House, great location.

Loved the location. Easy to walk the town from house. Parking spot is nice to have. Very cute house. Bathrooms clean. Communication with owner very easy. Definitely recommend for a getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phannita Y.

Comfortable, Close to everything

The place is very clean and fit perfectly. Host is very helpful. Great location, very close to supermarket and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in Bar Harbor, comfortable

Loved that we could stay parked at the house and walk to the Bar Harbor restaurants and shops. Very short drive to Acadia National Park. The beds were very comfortable; fluffy towels; well-stacked kitchen (not that we cooked much). One note we left to the hosts was it may be helpful to include a small ice chest for guests to use to bring lunches into the park if interested.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry K.

Great location, great old house

This house is perfectly located for a stay in Bar Harbor. The house was very clean, and well-equipped. It is an old house but has been updated in the kitchen and baths so it is very comfortable, and the owner was very accommodating to our needs. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2015

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra R.

Convenient Home to everything Acadia and Bar Harbor

Lovely home right downtown Bar Harbour. Located right behind the Hannaford's and a quick walk to all the wonderful shops, restaurants and bars. Acadia is a quick drive . Very scenic. Home was comfortable and clean. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honey Bee Bar Harbor

Cute New England home with sun porch. We loved this house from the beautiful hardwood floors, to the large kitchen, and the comfortable beds. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants. You could not ask for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A+ for Honeybee

We loved our stay at Honeybee. The location was worth its weight in gold. We only used the car to drive into Acadia. We were able to easily walk to the water, restaurants, and shops. The house was so cute and very clean. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

Cozy home with "character"

Had a great stay at the Honey Bee House. The location is convenient to downtown and within a block of the grocery store. The home has everything you need including washer and dryer. Enjoyed the front porch after returning from hiking at Acadia. The home was very clean and as described, would recommend to others.

10/10 Excellent

Krystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem in the heart of Bar Harbor

This was truly a great place to stay for our family vacation. Plenty of room for 6 adults to hang out and chill. Super close to a grocery store and in literal walking distance to the wonderful shops and restaurants Bar Harbor has to offer. East check in and check out and Jennifer was super responsive. Always checking in to make sure we had what we needed. Will definitely look for this spot on our next trip to Bar Harbor. Thank you for sharing your home with us! The Hazard/Gonzalez/Johnson families
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Emily M.

Cozy home away from home near Acadia

Our stay with four adults and two kids at the Honeybee House was lovely. It was great to have parking and to be able to walk to the grocery store and town for shopping and eating and ice cream! Having linens and towels (plenty of them!) provided was wonderful, as were all the other little extras- flour and sugar, night lights, etc. The only thing I missed was a water view!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018