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Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4

Beachfront chalet for sun and fun

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Perched on a bluff overlooking Frenchman Bay, Birch Chalet offers a cozy retreat with large picture windows and sliders to the deck. Take in the commanding views of the bay from this comfy chalet that sleeps 4, or enjoy time outdoors with an outdoor shower and private shore front.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4

Beachfront chalet for sun and fun
A garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free chalet.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this chalet offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: larger dog? Send an email to Peter, the owner.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Birch At Shore Haven, Sleeps 4
Birch Chalet at Shore Haven sleeps 4
Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4 Bar Harbor
Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4 Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Garland Farm - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Acadia National Park - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 15 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 24 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mainely-Meat - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bar Harbor chalet is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Garland Farm and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Birch Chalet at Shore Haven, sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect home base for exploring the island. Peter was great to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful setting but close enough to the park for easy access to trails and activities. We loved being able to see the sunsets and sunrises over the water. Magic!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birch Chalet was the perfect place to stay while exploring Acadia and Bar Harbor. The outdoor deck overlooking the bay is great for Sunrises and sunsets. Peter was extremely responsive with any questions. Highly recommend this hidden gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna F.

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

Sunrise perfection

This is a small, rustic cabin that doesn’t disappoint in terms of location, beautiful views, and convenience. The sunrises off the deck are exquisite and the bed and pillows were totally on point. It is small but mighty in terms of charm and our host was very attentive to a minor issue that arose. I’ll go again and try to get the “big house” for a larger family adventure.
Beautiful sunrise.
Sunset is just as gorg.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Landon P.

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

Fall visit

The was great at communicating leading up to our trip and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. The last of activity and restaurants was also extremely helpful. Can’t say enough good things about this place and the view is hard to beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

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

Perfect

It was the most relaxing stay. The weather was perfect. It was near everything that we wanted to do.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

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

Amazing little chalet

We loved everything about this little place. The porch was a little piece of heaven and it coupled perfectly with a place up the hill that Peter also owned for a bigger family vacation. (I accidentally left my original review for the chalet there instead of here.) Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alaine K.

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

Authentic experience

This cabin was so cute inside and perfectly located just north of Bar Harbor. The location on the water with access to a tidal flat provided amazing views. Our group had so much fun harvesting mussels right outside and cooking them ourselves. Clean and cozy interior. Only notes would be the skylights in each room do not have shades to shield you from waking up at 5am to the sunrise, and the driveway required 4 wheel drive on our truck to navigate the steepness and loose gravel
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina F.

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

Serene and beautiful

The cabin has an amazing view- sunrise and sunset are magical. We also saw eagles which was very cool. The cabin is close to Acadia but removed from the hustle and bustle of bar harbor. The bedrooms are on the small side so hard to fit the crib for our baby but otherwise it had everything we needed for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich S.

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

Peaceful but close to the action

We had a great stay. We watched the sunrise each morning, pleasantly surprised by eagles flying past the deck and cautiously passing deer drive in most evenings. The rustic cabin with modern conveniences offered solitude, yet close to Bar Harbor, Acadia, and Southwest Harbor. Hadly Point Beach around the corner is a hidden gem for sunsets and star gazing. Peter was a great host as well and a very responsive communicator.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

A beautiful and peaceful Maine vacation

My family and I stayed here early in June! We loved it! The chalet has everything you need. The owner responds quickly and is very thoughtful! He even leaves recipes and popover trays! The most memorable part of the trip is my kids collected mussels on the shore and steamed them! I will recommend this chalet!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Wonderful chalet

We had a wonderful stay, check in was smooth and easy, Peter was great about keeping us up to date with possible early check-in. The Bluebery Pie and Preserves were excellent! Peter was great with communication and giving recommendations for things to do and places to eat. The binder was extremely helpful. Thanks for a great stay Peter!! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Katie G.

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

Fall Adventure

This was a beautiful scenic retreat - cabin with a view you’ve never experienced! We enjoyed the feel of the outdoors without camping. It was all we needed for resting every night after a long day of Acadia National Park adventures. It was cold in October but there were small heaters in every room to keep us warm.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

peggy V.

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

Cabin with a view!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Birch Cabin. We could watch the sunrise, eagles fly past seals in the bay and lobster fisherman check their traps every morning while drinking coffee from the deck or living room window. We had everything we needed and loved being a part of the Maine’s woods and cove experience. Peter is a fantastic host and communicator. The location is very close to Acadia National Park and the town of Bar Harbor. A really great authentic Maine experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carol O.

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

Birch Chalet holiday

Pleasant space, good location, and lovely setting. A few improvements, however, would be welcome, and a note with those details was left for the property owner/manager. Unfortunately, efforts to contact property managers will on the property were unsuccessful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jolene S., Connecticut

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

Perfect Getaway

The birch cottage was our ideal getaway…peaceful, cozy, and views that are absolutely breathtaking. The proximity to everything MDI has to offer can’t be beat. Rev Peter has provided a nice compilation of favorite restaurants, hikes, markets, etc that we referenced daily. We especially enjoyed the restaurants Havana and Ironboard, based on his recommendations. The cottage itself is well equipped, which made eating in easy and enjoyable. We booked the birch cottage so that we would have something pretty to look at while our toddler napped in the afternoons. The views at this property far exceeded our expectations. This is truly a gem of a property. We hope to visit again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S., Buffalo, NY

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

Relaxing family getaway!!

Loved Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Salsbury Cove/Birch Chalet was perfect, we had beautiful sunrises every morning. A nature lovers in delight, we were greeted by a deer on our way down the driveway. Saw all kinds of birds, seagulls, loons, woodpeckers and even a bald eagle. Had a hummingbird fly around us on the deck. Saw otters in the morning, loved the sound of the waves crashing and watching the tides change! Peter was a fantastic host, he had everything available that you could possibly want. The area was very peaceful, chalet was very cozy. Location was easy to get around the whole island, lots of great restaurants if you didn't want to cook. Would definitely come back. We would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Never wanted to leave!

Peter's beautiful cabin was the perfect launching point for us for visiting Acadia and the surrounding area. The view out the living room/kitchen and on the deck is simply amazing. The sunrises were spectacular and the sound of waterfowl was everywhere all the time. I saw a bald eagle fly right by the house. We also saw harbor porpoises, seals, kingfishers, herons, and other waterfowl we don't even know out on the water. The location is very very good. You are not far from Bar Harbor, Acadia, and Southwest Harbor at all. We hiked all over Acadia and enjoyed the scenery. We also enjoyed the local stuff nearby including Mainely Meat, Udder Heaven (incredible ice cream), and putt-putt. Peter was a great host as well. He was very responsive and even helped me recover an important item that I left behind!!! Hope to be back one day!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

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

Charming Beachside Cottage

Beautiful views and a cozy place to lay your head. The host was amazing to us and we would love to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah S.

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

Will be returning!

The cabin was perfect. The caretaker and the owner were open for communication even months prior to our stay. Every question I had was answered, every amenity I needed was available. 15 min from BH and Acadia, stunning views in the morning, noon and night, five minutes from a lobster pound and ten minutes from the airport….This cabin is a hidden gem and I’m hesitant to hype it up so much, because I want it to be available when I need it again! Haha! The cabin was so well taken care of and the kitchen had everything I could need…I’d live here if I could. The cabin made the vacation, trust me. I’d choose Salsbury Cove’s Birch Chalet over any hotel, any bed and breakfast, any time, any day. 10/10, I’m already looking into when I can come back. And that complimentary bottle of blueberry jam?! I already ordered a case of it from Maine. I’m hooked. Thanks Peter!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Beautiful Views!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cabin in the woods that is so convenient to so many things to do. The views from the cabin are wonderful and the pictures don’t do it justice. Owner was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Laurie R.

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

Great views!

The property was clean and easy to access, the host was great and wanted to make sure we were happy. The property was rustic but clean. The kitchen had everything you needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

STEPHEN D.

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

Wonderful Location

Though a bit rustic, this property was ideal for exploring all Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor had to offer. Coming back after a long day was easy and relaxing with the scenic waterfront view to look at. Sunrises were beautiful and peaceful. The cottage is older, the floors creak, are a bit uneven and the bathroom shower is a bit small, but everything worked and it made for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika L.

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

Perfect for exploring Acadia!

Lovely bay front cabin was a perfect base for exploring Acadia. We enjoyed being able to sit on the deck in the mornings and evenings. Peter was a helpful and responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

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

Great Vacation on MDI

My wife and I spent five nights at the Birch Chalet and this is one of our favorite vacations. Check in was easy and the location is perfect. Our favorite part was the view from the deck and how quiet it was. Waking up everyday and walking out to the deck was a highlight. The bed was very comfortable and the shower was hot. We were only 10 minutes from downtown Bar Harbor with all the great restaurants and shops, but felt like we were all alone. The property had everything we needed for our stay and Shaun even brought us an iron by for us. The Birch Chalet is located close to Acadia National Park and all the amazing sites and hikes. It was truly a great experience for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021