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Downstairs Level Of Two Story Home in Bass Hbr. Upstairs is a separate rental.

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Marina

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 268 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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Bass Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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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.

Downstairs Level Of Two Story Home in Bass Hbr. Upstairs is a separate rental.

This is a Saturday-to-Saturday vacation rental for up to 4 adults (adults only).
The spacious deck of the Downstairs apartment is only a few feet from the water's edge at high tide. The front door, approached from the parking area and gardens, has a small deck with two steps; the sliding glass door on the harbor-side deck is accessed by a ramp.

The sliding glass door opens into the living room area. The living room has a beautiful sliding glass door view of the harbor, and the windows add the head-of-the-harbor view of the mountains. There are two comfortable arm chairs and coffee table, gas fireplace, books, and ROKU TV in the living room, with the kitchen and dining area just beyond.

The small kitchen has a four-burner electric stove, microwave, fridge, and a good variety of pots, pans, dishes, and utensils; cleaning supplies under the sink. There is a small dining table for two in the kitchen area, and the deck has a round picnic table and four comfy chairs if you care to eat outdoors.

The harbor side bedroom has a queen-size bed, two side tables, dresser and closet. The study in the room next to the bedroom has a desk, twin sized bed, dresser and closet.
Being a cozy apartment, it is perfect for a couple.

There is a full bath just a few steps away: all tile; tub and shower. Plenty of fresh bath linens. Supplies you might need are under the vanity.

The deck wraps around the side and front of the house and is shaded part of the day by the Upstairs deck. There are the outdoor table and four chairs, and a grill. It’s a wonderful place for watching the gulls and eagles and other shore birds, the boats coming and going, the fishermen with their lobster boats, and the sunset over Bernard, across the harbor: great opportunities for making some memorable photos.

There is central heat; fans for ventilation if needed; all linens (bed, bath, and kitchen) are provided. Immaculately clean. Lovely decor.
No smoking, no pets, not appropriate for children.

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Glad to be on 'the quiet side': Views are beautiful. Bass Harbor has been photographed for the cover of a National Geographic book about New England and has been the site of several movies. The lobster fishing boats are always interesting, and if you love wildlife, eagles soar over the harbor daily. We counted twelve herons in the low tide one September day and have watched loons, ducks, terns, and gulls work the harbor.

Although we're only thirty minutes from Bar Harbor, we are essentially very different. Bass Harbor is a small fishing village and working harbor on the southern end of Mount Desert Island. We're called 'The quiet side of the Island.' There's plenty to do here: The Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, Wonderland and Ship Harbor (part of Acadia National Park) are only a mile or two away. At Little Island Marine, the small boatyard which shares the peninsula with the house, Island Cruises makes nature trips Monday through Saturday, and charters private fishing or sailing trips. Restaurants are within easy walking
distance.

See reviews on Tripadvisor.

Top things to do in Bass Harbor

* Visit Acadia National Park
* Take an 'Island Cruise'
* Eat at long-time local restaurants
* Rent a boat for the day at Island Cruises
* Buy lobster/crabmeat fresh

Top things to do on a budget

* Visit Acadia National Park
* Walk through our lovely village
* Enjoy watching eagles, etc.
* Cook out on the deck, at water's edge
* Watch Maine's 3rd largest lobster fleet at work

Top things to do with a family

* Explore the National Park
* Spend the day at the beach
* Have a cookout
* Enjoy 'Island Cruises', 2-hr. boat ride
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Acadia National Park. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a fireplace and a patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Acadia National Park and a few minutes from Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
Downstairs Level Of Two Story Home in Bass Hbr. Upstairs is a separate rental. offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • 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

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 730 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Downstairs Level Of Two Story Home in Bass Hbr. Upstairs is a separate rental. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean, had all the amenities needed, and was close to all the things we wanted to see (hiking, eating, bar harbor).
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was clean. It had everything available for a great stay. We loved the location. We are interested about another stay..
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was located in a beautiful serine private spot on Bass Harbor. We arrived and the cottage was super clean, kitchen was well stocked with utensils and cookware provided. Cozy layout with a gorgeous porch overlooking the bay. Owner was great in communication and we could not have dreamed of a better place. Looking forward to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Q., Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views, very comfortable, clean, aesthetic home, quiet location but accessible to all in Acadia...which we love. Hosts communicative and warm...we felt so lucky to be able to stay here. We come every year; the hosts made this a superlative stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed every moment at this place! It was better than the amazing reviews. Everything was perfect for our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deron G., Pickerington, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
My wife and I had an incredible week staying at Charlene’s accommodation. It was clean, very homey, and extremely comfortable. We enjoyed evenings sitting on the deck, watching lobster boats come in and out, and watching beautiful sunsets. The area is very quiet and perfect for a quiet vacation! We hope to come back someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Island House

Great place in a beautiful spot on the water. Very comfy accommodations with a full kitchen. Our 3rd year here and I’d stay all year if I could. Thank you Charlene.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C., Atlanta, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

We always enjoy our visit to Bass Harbor and LIH is the cherry on top! Beautiful views, access to Acadia, a well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds. Host communication was prompt and helpful. We’ll be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

M R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing view

We thoroughly loved our week here. Property is top notch, well maintained with a perfect wide view of the lovely harbor. Excellent place to stay ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good stay

Clean, neat, quiet, beautiful view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Len C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Acadia

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little piece of Heaven!

Our third time to little island house. Incredible views, peaceful and beauty all around! When we were there, It was 98 degrees where we live and in Bass Harbor it was in the 50s. We had the fireplace on in July! I am a clean freak! The house is immaculate! Charlene and Jenn are a pleasure and respond quickly with all your questions. We never want to leave. We shall return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We loved everything
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth M., Laflin (wilkes barre borough) , PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at a wonderful house!

We arrived to find everything ready for us and welcoming. The apartment has everything you could need to be comfortable, to cook at home, to relax, and watch the water, sealife, and boats. We even saw a bald eagle! It is convenient to acadia, the ferry, and several restaurants. We did not need to contact Charlene at all as everything was perfect. We would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bass Harbor

This was our 2nd time renting this great house. Small, clean, comfortable. But the location is wonderful with amazing views and the sunsets will knock your socks off! Stunning.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful. Peaceful. Relaxing.

Total enjoyment of this exceptionally clean property. The back deck provides a peaceful waterfront view of the harbor with hours of viewing the birds, boats and tides. Everything we needed was included in each room for a comfortable stay. The decor provided a comfy atmosphere with a New England feel. We enjoyed the beautiful artwork. The bed was so comfortable. Great nights sleep in silence until the sounds of the lobster boats heading out in the early morning hours, which we also enjoyed. Will look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness

sorry we missed seeing you

thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little island treasure

We had a wonderful stay. After adventuring during the day we couldn’t wait to come home and watch the sunsets from the deck. The house was cozy and we had everything we needed. Even the bed was comfortable allowing my tired body a good night’s rest. Staying there was so relaxing. 10/10.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

seth m., Brooklyn NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Perfect Week on the Quiet Side

Great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing with a View

This was the best place we have ever rented. We absolutely loved how close the house was to the water. Very relaxing to sit on the deck or on chairs in living room viewing the water and lobster boats. The place was extra tidy and well equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

My happy place on the Quiet Side

This was our second stay in The Little Island House. I plan on returning. There's nothing more relaxing than having morning coffee on the deck overlooking the harbor. Watching the lobster boats and sea birds. The rental is comfortable and extremely clean. I adored the crisp white sheets on the bed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

margo g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Authentic Maine Vibe

Very quaint! Beautiful sunsets! Very clean and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Island Way

Great house. Immaculate! The kitchen had any tool I needed. Really comfortable beds! Million dollar views. Hiking trails nearby including some within walking distance. It really felt like home to me. 3 minute walk to a restaurant with tasty seafood, good beers and a fabulous staff! Most restful vacation in a very long time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023