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Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Perched above Frenchman Bay, Shore Haven's Overlook offers a serene retreat with broad views of the surrounding landscape. Enjoy eagles, deer and Loons sightings from the spacious deck or screened-in porch while taking in the sun and airy atmosphere.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym

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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.

Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
Along with a fitness centre, this smoke-free holiday home has laundry facilities and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • 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 city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • 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)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: please see custom rule # 3

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
Commanding Ocean Views Overlook at Shore Haven
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About the area

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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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
  • ‪Mainely-Meat - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Chart Room - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Garland Farm and 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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Oceanfront, water views, Overlook at Shore Haven, sleeps up to 12 Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and the house and the host was great at communicating with us. We hope to stay here again! Wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of two families enjoyed our stay outside Bar Harbor. The location was great for easy access to all neighboring attractions.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jules R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best house we have stayed in, over 45 years of multiple vacations at Acadia
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has everything you could possibly need to spend an amazing week relaxing rain and shine. Peter went above and beyond to make our stay as special as possible
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful six night stay in early October. Three generation family and we all agreed, it was the nicest VRBO stay we have ever had. Great house - great location. The communication with the host prior and during the visit was thorough and helpful. The house is really well laid out with a large common area and a great porch to gather. Great accessibility to Acadia. Cannot recommend highly enough
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property location was very nice. Easy drive to everything on the island but remote at the same time. The sunrises are amazing. Plenty of room and comfortable for 8 people. Well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. Peter was always available, check in was easy. Driveway is quite steep, I recommend having a 4 wheel dive car if you plan on staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property for our extended family vacation! Host was very communicative & helpful. Our favorite thing was sitting on the deck, taking in the incredible view! We highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view off the back porch and the overall charm of the property makes this place special! We saw seals everyday while sitting in the back porch. At night you get a great clear view of the stars! We had everything we could need available to us! With Acadia and bar harbor just a short drive away it makes this house a home run!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was comfortable with beautiful views and convenient to Acadia, restaurants, other island spots. Loved being so close to the beach . Also enjoyed the wildlife. Was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Outstanding!

This was our first experience with a VRBO and it was a great experience! Peter made everything very easy and we felt right at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Peaceful and Serene

This is an incredible property in a pristine location. Peter is a 5-star host--absolutely the best. Everything about our stay was perfect. You are near everything on MDI and yet completely secluded. There is really no need to leave the house! The deck is the perfect place to soak in the calm and peacefulness that are abundant just out the back door. The kitchen is terrific for meal prep and we loved having dinner in the screened-in porch. Can't recommend this strongly enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

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

Beautiful house and surroundings, great host

The house was a wonderful post and beam design with lots of windows. It has a beautiful view of the ocean and is surrounded by nature. We saw deers and fawns, otters and several bald eagles, one of which would sit in a tree 50 ft from the house. It was easy to get to Bar Harbor and the park as well as local grocery stores and restaurants. All around great place and vacation spot. We were lucky to catch a beautiful sunrise at the house and sunset from Cadillac Mountain and also experience two nice cool foggy hikes. Now back home and 95 degrees we wish we could have stayed longer!
Local take out Lobster
Sunset from Cadillac Mountain
Bald Eagle 50ft from house!
The deck
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental absolutely lived up to its high rating. The location couldn’t be better—just minutes from the park entrance, yet the cabin felt private and secluded. It was the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor, and the views were truly stunning.We loved the digging for mussels down at the beach (delicious!) and found the kitchen to be well-equipped for cooking. Peter was communicative and a pleasure to work with throughout the entire stay.Our only (very minor) issue was that the tap water had a strong metallic taste, so we ended up buying bottled water during our stay. Definitely not a deal breaker, but worth mentioning.Overall, a wonderful experience—our family would happily stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian & Sarah K.

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

Great Experience!

Great Experience - The view from the property was incredible, and our host was kind, accommodating, and responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Beautiful Overlook

The view and quietness were breathtaking, the home was clean, comfortable and well-equipped. All ages of our family enjoyed our stay. Property is situated for access to Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Week at Overlook

Our family ejoyed our week-long stay at Overlook. The property was well equipped and located in a private, wooded setting with spectacular views. The main floor bedroom and bath was perfect for the grandparents. Thanks for sharing the home with us.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

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

More wonderful than Expected

Property was clean, well supplied with anything needed, beautiful location, and close to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

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

Great Fall Getaway

We loved our time at Overlook! The house is just as it is pictured - beautiful view of the bay from the great room and deck. Peter was very easy to work with and provided us with LOTS of valuable tips for our vacation. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane M., Needham , MA

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

Family vacation

This was one of our best family vacations! The house was perfect - spotless, plenty of space, well appointed. Communication was great. This was an excellent experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Salina C.

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

Great host and location

The house is clean. Kitchen is fully stocked, including non-sticky pots that look new. The view is great, close to all hiking trails and restaurants. Peter is kind and committed to meeting the needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cali B.

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

Family gathering

Beautiful home with a fantastic view. Great kitchen area if you like to cook. Would definitely recommend this rental to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Christmas thru New Years stay

Great place. Beautiful location. Sipping coffee and watching the sun come up over Frenchman’s Bay is a phenomenal way to start the day. Peter is a super nice and communicative host. We’d stay here again in a heartbeat. Even in the winter!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Great house

What a beautiful house! Peter was a great host. Since the weather was terrible, it was great to have a comfortable place to connect as a family. Our dogs enjoyed the porch and the deck as much as we did!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

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

Family Trip to Remember!

Our family trip to Acadia was a huge success! How can you go wrong, though, with a beautiful national park and such a wonderful house to come back to each afternoon/evening! The location of the house was fantastic for all of our exploring. Views from the deck for sunrise and to watch the seals, dolphins, and eagles, were simply divine! Peter was great in his communication with us and ensuring that our trip was excellent! Couldn't have asked for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

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

Magical Get-away

Peter was a fabulous and attentive host who went above and beyond to make our stay special! The property is quiet, the view spectacular, and the home so comfortable. From star-gazing to watching the sun rise from our bedroom window to watching the lobster boats retrieve their catch, we enjoyed nature and peace at all times.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021