Beautiful Victorian Cottage on Downeast Maine Coast ~ Next to Acadia Schoodic !

Beach
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

About this house rental

Nestled in Winter Harbor, this lovely house for $288 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Meticulously renovated 1888 Victorian cottage in downtown Winter Harbor. Let this charming home be your hub for all the activities in Schoodic Peninsula and Acadia National Park. It has space to entertain or just to unwind. A complete renovation has preserved this Victorian's character with tall ceilings, crown molding, original trim and hardwood floors while providing modern living with open concept kitchen/dining/family rooms, granite countertops, new appliances, remodeled bathrooms and refreshed spaces. The kitchen and upstairs rooms have views of Henry Cove and the ferry landing for Bar Harbor. Outside, the inviting gardens in the side and back yards fringe the eating/relaxing areas with table and chairs. A gas fire ring, lobster cooking pot, gas grill and utensils are ready for your enjoyment! All of Schoodic Peninsula is in close proximity, but why drive? Walk to local restaurants for morning espresso or casual dining. Groceries, gifts, banking, library, post office, historical society, art galleries, antique shops and the Winter Harbor lobster pound* are in close walking distance. Take the free Island Explorer bus to key points locally around Schoodic Peninsula and/or take the ferry for a car-free excursion to enjoy downtown Bar Harbor or continue on the Island Explorer bus to experience the larger portion of Acadia National Park. Kayak, bicycle or hike on trails at Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island and at the Schoodic Woods campground. Enjoy the works of local artists and performing arts including those sponsored in town by Schoodic Arts for All and the Winter Harbor Music Festival. When not out and about, you can relax with an available book, game or just enjoy watching the gulls and occasional bald eagles. Or you can plug-in with wireless access to high speed internet, high definition television or watch a movie.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Winter Harbor, ME

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(79 Reviews)
5.0
Sep 2023
My wife and I have stayed in close to 50 hours VRBO’s over the last few years and I can easily say that this was the nicest property, owned by the best owner, that we have ever stayed at. Communication was effortless, every inquiry answered within 1-2 minutes. The owner cared so much for our happiness and satisfaction with his property. We were affected by a hurricane which was to come within 50 miles and he drove 300 miles to bring a generator in case the home lost electricity and some of our frozen food would potentially be lost. He even offered to pay for us to go and stay at a hotel further away from the hurricane. We turned down the offer as this was a problem beyond his power to control. I think that gives you an idea of what a wonderful guy this is. We were t going to come back to Maine next year, but now we are planning to do so. This was a wonderful vacation for us!
5.0
Aug 2023
Our family had a great time. The home was perfect and in the perfect location. Winter Harbor is peaceful and has all you need. It’s a great launching site for exploring the Downeast Coast Line. Highly recommend the house and the owners were super easy to work with for this trip.
5.0
Jul 2023
A huge thank you to Stephen for opening his home to us! Stephen’s home was absolutely perfect for our family vacation. (We had 6 adults and 2 kids). Everything is as you expect it from reading the description and the pictures. Stephen was a wonderful host and made sure we had a wonderful time. He was easily accessible and we knew if we needed anything he was available. There is a manual for anything you could imagine for the house and around the house. After renting multiple houses in different states this is one of the most helpful items! There is no guessing for expectations or how to check in/out. The kitchen is well stocked with any utensil/item you could possibly need. The beds were comfortable and the house was very clean! The neighbors were also very friendly and helpful in giving local recommendations. If you’re looking to be in the middle of a hopping and super busy tourist area - this is not it. However, you can get to easily to Bar Harbor by ferry or driving (took us about an hour). Winter Harbor is the perfect place to relax in small town yet has multiple places to explore and eat that were within walking distance! (The local food places were delicious!!). The Schoodic part of Acadia is very close and absolutely beautiful. Hiking was so enjoyable and peaceful as you weren’t passing people constantly as we did on the trails in other parts of Acadia. My family and I would highly recommend this home!!
5.0
Jul 2023
The home and the hosts were amazing... the location was perfect! The weather didn't cooperate the week we were there but the hosts Stephan and his wife checked-in on us and even had many games, etc. for us to use during our stay. Not only are they amazing hosts they gave us the best advice on what to do and where to go eat, where to hike, etc. I have rented many many homes and this was the most beautiful home we have every stayed in... you don't need to bring anything other than your clothes. Beautifully decorated and spotless, and a charming location... truly a best kept secret!
5.0
Jul 2023
The home was much better than we expected. ONE OF THE BEST VRBO PROPERTIES WE HAVE EVER STAYED. The home was exceptionally clean and was stocked with everything you could ever need. There were very clear instructions on how to use and maintain the home during our visit, The check-in and check-out was easy, Stephen was very helpful and responded quickly. The location of the home was perfect. Great coffee shop next door, grocery store a short walk. We really like taking ferry to Bar Harbor. We prefer staying in Winter Harbor versus Bar Harbor. A lot less traffic and less noise. We all agreed we would like to visit Winter Harbor again, hopefully for a longer stay, and definitely at this home! A BIG Thanks to Stephen and Suzanne.
5.0
Jul 2023
This was our first trip to Maine and we loved everything about the house and Winter Harbor. The house had everything we could possibly need for our stay throughout the week. The kitchen allowed us to cook most of our meals, but if you are wanting to eat out there are a variety of options close by. The book the owners created was detailed and allowed us to check out some places that we hadn't heard of. I strongly recommend Tidal Falls as we were able to find starfish easily during low tide. The town is quiet and it was fun to walk to the grocery store and coffee shop. We traveled to Bar Harbor three of the days to hike in Acadia and we were happy that we stayed on the "quiet" side. The drive to Acadia took about an hour but there was no traffic and it was an easy route. Most restaurants, ice cream places, and shops n Winter Harbor close by 8:00, so make sure you check the times and have everything you need to purchase for the day. We hope to be back again one day and would absolutely book this property.
5.0
Jun 2023
We loved this charming, comfortable, delightful home. It is beautifully decorated, with lovely linens, plenty of towels, and many small touches that made our stay ever so nice. The hosts were terrific in providing detailed information about the house and fabulous suggestions on what to do in the area. It is over an hour's drive from the main parts of Acadia but the Schoodic side of Acadia was gorgeous and we enjoyed our time in Winter Harbor.
5.0
Jun 2023
Lovely cottage with coffee, sandwich, breakfast options just steps away. Bike rental less than a mile away to bike around Schoodic Peninsula, the quieter side of Acadia. We hiked there, as well. Also walkable to the ferry over to Bar Harbor and main Acadia National Park (if the ferry isn't running, it's an hour drive). The cottage is very comfortable, clean and well-maintained, and the info provided about the cottage and surrounding area very helpful. Stephen is an excellent host.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Winter Harbor?

The average price for a rental in Winter Harbor is $289 per night. This rental is $1 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful Victorian Cottage on Downeast Maine Coast ~ Next to Acadia Schoodic !. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Beautiful Victorian Cottage on Downeast Maine Coast ~ Next to Acadia Schoodic ! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Beautiful Victorian Cottage on Downeast Maine Coast ~ Next to Acadia Schoodic !?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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