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Homeport- Oceanfront Cape on Bass Harbor

Family-friendly holiday home with a water park, near Acadia National Park

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Perched on Bass Harbor, Home Port offers a serene oceanfront escape with modern comforts. Unwind on the deck overlooking the quaint fishing harbor and mountains of Acadia, or explore nearby attractions like Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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.

Homeport- Oceanfront Cape on Bass Harbor

Home Port is a charming oceanfront New England farmhouse located on Bass Harbor on Mount Desert Island, home of Acadia National Park. Homeport accommodates 6 people in three bedrooms with 2 baths. Homeport has a well equipped kitchen and dining area for gathering at the end of the day or enjoy the fresh salty air while barbecuing on the patio. The quaint fishing harbor and mountains of Acadia is the view from the deck of this comfortable home. Kayaks and a rowboat are available for your use, on a semi-private dock, shared only with the owners.

Biking, beach combing, hiking, kayaking and fishing all right at your doorstep. Several dining options are located in Southwest Harbor and lobster pound within walking distance!

The Park has nearly 32,000 acres of land which offers unequaled beauty and ocean front access. Over 55 miles of carriage trails provide hiking and biking with vistas of unrivaled beauty. Bar Harbor is a 30 minute drive and hiking trails of Acadia and the iconic Seawall are all within 15 minutes of this picturesque home.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed inside the buildings.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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 pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the buildings.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bass Harbor Waterfront Home
Bass Harbor Waterfront Bernard
Bass Harbor Waterfront Home Bernard
Bass Harbor Waterfront Home Private vacation home
Bass Harbor Waterfront Home Inquire for June Specials
Bass Harbor Waterfront Home Private vacation home Bernard

About the area

Located in Bernard, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and West Street Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Bernard travel guide
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Bernard, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park featuring forest scenes, wetlands and a lake or waterhole
    Acadia National Park
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • I was so lucky to get this shot. Battled traffic and had a short run to get there just as the sun set. Just missed the best light but still came away with this. It's an iconic location but with light like this how could I not take the iconic shot?

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    Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead
    8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Seal Cove Pond
    10 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Beal's Lobster Pier
    9 min drive
  • Archie’s Lobster
    4 min drive
  • Nor’ Easter Pound & Market
    28 min drive
  • Thurston's Lobster Pound
    5 min walk
  • Circle K
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Homeport- Oceanfront Cape on Bass Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Homeport- Oceanfront Cape on Bass Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Homeport- Oceanfront Cape on Bass Harbor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Homeport- Oceanfront Cape on Bass Harbor?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Homeport- Oceanfront Cape on Bass Harbor located?

This family-friendly Bernard holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Acadia National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead. Seal Cove Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Homeport- Oceanfront Cape on Bass Harbor Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and well appointed house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Machelle R.

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

Loved it!!!

The house was amazing - beautiful views. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Deirdre M.

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

Maine Getaway

Lovely home just around the corner from Thurston’s ! Fun location near Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Week Vacation in Bass Harbor

The family had a wonderful time staying at Bass Harbor and the house was exactly as listed / expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Home and Location!

We had such an amazing time, staying at Homeport. It had everything needed to make our stay on the quiet side so peaceful and serene! Loved sitting on the deck and gazing at the harbor — so relaxing and such a wonderful getaway for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray A.

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

Homeport

All was great. Host/owner were friendly and helpful. Location was very nice and as described online.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

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

Immaculate house on property overlooking harbot

This home was really nice and very well equipped. It is located on a fishing harbor that is so peaceful and colorful The location was great, close to Acadia and many good restaurants nearby. We’d love to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

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

Lovely Quiet Place on the Quietside

We really enjoyed our week in this lovely, quiet place. The views were amazing, the deck was perfect. The inside was very clean and nicely decorated. We slept like babies. We spent a lot of time on the water - a tour, the ferry to Swans Island ... hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Beautiful house and location

We stayed for a week. The house and location was beautiful. We used the kayaks a few times. We spent most of our time in Acadia NP (~35 minutes depending on which entrance you go to). Also about 30 minutes from Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Family Vacation

The property was amazing. House was great, perfect for the family and the view of harbor was like picture post card! Love everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Outstanding harbor house!

We all thoroughly enjoyed absolutely everything about this property! Location was fantastic! Just a short trip to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Lots of hiking, great restaurants. View from the deck was wonderful! Kitchen fully equipped, great grill! The one and only thing we can mention are the twin beds in third bedroom....difficult to sleep on.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

The Ideal Acadia Getaway

The harbor was such an unbelievable setting to take in from the back deck, especially at sunset. A five-minute walk to Thurston's made dinners very easy. We ate there every night. There are plenty of great hikes and sights to take in that are a 10-15 minute drive away and your main Bar Harbor and Acadia attractions are only 30 min away. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quiet Side Gem

The property is lovely, with a bright deck overlooking a small fishing harbor. This perfectly equipped and spotless home hosted our quintessential Maine experience. The location is quiet, yet it's easy to access Acadia and Bar Harbor. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

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

Home Away from Home

This property was very clean, well equipped, comfortable, and the location was perfect. Stacy was easy to communicate with. Im sure there were many other properties in the area that we could have chosen for this vacation, but I can't imagine they could have been any better than this home. They even offer their guests live Lobsters to cook! Our thanks to the Stanley family. This vacation gave us a welcome relief from the Texas summer. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

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

Simply Nice!

This property is situated on a quiet, working harbor in coastal Maine. The lobster boats, pleasure vessels and other boats are fun to watch. This property is very quiet and it is still close to the charming downtown of Southwest Harbor, and still a short drive to the attractions of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. You will like the house and the location. We certainly did!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marti H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very nice property with everything you might need. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay. Enjoyed talking with Stephen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

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

Another Excellent Stay!

What an amazing place. We've stayed four years in a row now and it's great for our family. Looking forward to our trip next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place . Near everything and very comfortable. Will decently come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

At home at Homeport

Loved the location on the water and the ‘quiet side’ of the island. Comfortable home with easy communication with owners. Use of row boat and kayaks was fun for the whole family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for 6 adults! Well-stocked kitchen for the nights we cooked. Purchased lobster off the dock. 3 trips into Bar Harbor/Acadia. Just wish I had more familiarity with the area; shopping, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

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

Another wonderful stay!

Third year staying at Homeport and yet again, another fantastic experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

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

Great Stay

House was excellent and the owners where easy to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Wonderful stay

We loved this cute house!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noga A.

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

Very good accommodation

Clean, bright and very nice. We enjoyed our staying very much
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024