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Large, late 1800s home. Secluded, yet adjacent to downtown Bar Harbor.

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A two-story building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a tree with red flowers.
A deck with a round table and chairs, a picnic table, and a barbecue grill.
A garden with a large tree, a wooden deck, and a variety of plants.
A compact kitchen with beige cabinets, a microwave, a dishwasher, and an oven.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Criterion Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bar Harbor

Located in Downtown Bar Harbor within a 5-minute walk of Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights like Acadia National Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Village Green - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Agamont Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Criterion Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • West Street Historic District - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Large, late 1800s home. Secluded, yet adjacent to downtown Bar Harbor.

*********PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE BOOKING***

OUR STANDARD OFFERING VARIES BY SEASON: Peak Season v. Off Season

PEAK SEASON (June through October)

We offer, and our price reflects, use of the entire house (5 bedrooms:1 king, 2 queens, 2 double twins; and 3 full baths), for a maximum of 10 guests. With very limited exception, we book for weekly terms seven (7) nights, running SUNDAY to SUNDAY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO AND WILL DECLINE ANY BOOKING THAT DOES NOT MEET THESE CRITERIA. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE.

OFF SEASON (November through May)

We offer, and our price reflects, partial use of the house (3 bedrooms:1 King, 1 Queen, 1 double twin; and 2 full baths), for a maximum of 6 guests. During this time, our minimum booking term is four (4) nights and not restricted to specific days of the week. The entire house is also available during the offseason for an additional fee.

PLEASE CALL OR MESSAGE US TO DISCUSS YOUR PLANS FOR AN OFFSEASON BOOKING.

Built in the 1890's, the Libby House sits in a tree-filled, sunny neighborhood abutting the historic residential district that was once home to a colony of summer "rusticators" comprised of New York Philharmonic Orchestra luminaries.

Location! The Libby House is one of the largest rental properties in downtown Bar Harbor proper, offering 5 bedrooms (7 beds) and 3 full baths, parking for several vehicles, and sizable, verdant grounds filled with a variety of flowering trees and bushes.

The central business district, with numerous shopping, entertainment, and dining options, as well as the ocean, town beach, Shore Path, Village Green, local museums, and the main station for the complimentary Island Explorer shuttle are a (genuine) 3-5 minute walk away. Once settled in this central location, most guests find they can leave their cars parked for the duration of their stay, avoiding the traffic congestion and parking fees that are common to Bar Harbor in the summer.

Although almost everything that you will want to see or do in downtown Bar Harbor is a quick walk away, the property is well-sheltered from the noise, congestion and lights of the downtown. The house offers contemporary features and comforts while also retaining a number of historic touches such plaster walls, hard-wood floors, detailed trim, claw-foot tubs, and ornate light fixtures. The Libby House is equipped with high-speed internet WIFI, digital satellite TV, and a DVD player. A collection of board games, puzzles and several dozen books are also available to help pass the time.

The grounds are quite spacious, affording considerable room for children to play. Some of our favorite activities include taking an early morning walk on the shore path, grilling on the back deck, enjoying a cocktail around the firepit, and catching a band concert on the nearby Village Green.

During our peak season, guests have access to the entire house, except the cellar, a storage room on the 2nd floor, and the adjacent garage and barn. During our off-season, access to part of the second floor is closed (suspending the use of 1 Queen bedroom, 1 double Twin bedroom and one full bath). This section of the house is open and available but not accessible UNLESS expressly booked.

We do not wish to disturb our guests during their stay. We will not welcome you at your arrival, but we live nearby and are always available to answer questions, tend to any issues that arise, or make recommendations.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking in the house,

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Whale watching 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

No pets. We reserve the right to charge an extra cleaning fee for any violations of this rule.
All trash deposited in the exterior trash cans for pick up must be in STANDARD GARBAGE BAGS (we provide). $50 dollar charge for non-compliance.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
General rule: no parties! Call to discuss plans

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house,

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: General rule: no parties! Call to discuss plans
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number VR2R26-382

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Note from host: General rule: no parties! Call to discuss plans
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Downtown Bar Harbor, just steps from Village Green and Agamont Park, and within a short walk of Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. You'll also find Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Large, late 1800s home. Secluded, yet adjacent to downtown Bar Harbor. ?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Large, late 1800s home. Secluded, yet adjacent to downtown Bar Harbor. a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Large, late 1800s home. Secluded, yet adjacent to downtown Bar Harbor. ?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Large, late 1800s home. Secluded, yet adjacent to downtown Bar Harbor. ?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is 12.5 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Large, late 1800s home. Secluded, yet adjacent to downtown Bar Harbor. ?

Yes, every house at Large, late 1800s home. Secluded, yet adjacent to downtown Bar Harbor. comes with a patio.

Large, late 1800s home. Secluded, yet adjacent to downtown Bar Harbor. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 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

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! We loved everything about it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying here at the Libby House was magical! The house was spotless, the communication with Seth Libby was spectacular, and the location could not have been better. The next time we go to Bar Harbor, we are definitely staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bar Harbor Gem

Perfect location for our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location could not be in a better place.

Walking distance to everything you need, yet quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved this place

We had a great time. So close to everything down town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky and fun big house with lots of sleeping choices. A HUGE dining table for all of us, and a lovely back yard. So close to the downtown and square, yet you can't even hear it! Walking distance to everything in town, and the owner and maintenance man were friendly and full of good stories and ideas.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Bar Harbor vacation

Location was excellent. Easy walk to downtown and water. Older home- plenty of room for sleeping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine sisters getaway

The property is very conveniently located in downtown Bar Harbor. While it was right in the middle of everything it was very private.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Great place to stay and property manager answered all my questions right away. Property was as advertised. No complaints at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion, house 2 of 3...

Excellent location for parking to shop downtown...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall good house. The pluses are excellent location, very quiet and serene outdoor space in the back and front of house. The minuses is that it could have been stocked just a little bit better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, Location, Location!

Perfect place to stay in Bar Harbor for a group! We were a group of friends for a girl’s trip to see the New England fall colors (ages 30s-70s. It was the PERFECT location and the house was great for our group! Lots of spaces to gather as a group, yet enough for us all the spread out and have space.the host provided some great information about local bakeries, restaurants, and things to do/see. Highly reccomend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great old house, comfortable and charming

This was a second house for our large women’s hiking group. It was ideal for relaxing and gathering in smaller groups. One bedroom with two twins and a room with a queen are part of a suite in which you have to go through the twin bedroom to get to the queen This could be a great family suite because it has its own bath but it’s not ideal for a group of friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a Gem!

Our stay was amazing! The house was super cute and had so much character. We loved the giant dining room table for big meals and board games. The outdoor space was beautiful with lots of seating and grass for yard games. The location was perfect! It's in the center of downtown with easy access to shops, restaurants, grocery store and the bus into the park. The host was easy to communicate with and quick to respond to text messages. I highly recommend this property and we would definitely stay there again. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spacious home!

Hello, great experience staying at the Libby House. The location is perfect, can walk to several restaurants, the waterfront, and the sand bar within a few minutes. But, it's tucked away so you definitely have privacy from the business of town. The house was spacious for our two families that included four kids. They enjoyed playing the yard as well. Appreciated the laundry machines as well as grill and kitchen items. Would recommend bringing some basic kitchen items if you are able to but other than that, we appreciated having such a nice home for our vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect House for Family Vacation!

This wonderful home has plenty rooms for all our young adult kids to have their own space. One room with twin beds is large enough to easily fit a a pack & play without crowding the room at all. The living room with three couches quickly became the place to hang out and chat. We all enjoyed the lovely backyard with large deck and tables and chairs and the separate area with a beautiful fire pit. The house is great, but the best part is the location!!! Within a couple minutes, we could walk to all the restaurants and shops and the waterfront!! I don’t see how the location could be any better! We would definitely stay at this house again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Best Location

The location can’t be beat. The setting is quiet and relaxing. All of us were comfortable, but there are some areas that need attention. New mattresses would help. I appreciate the preservation of an old house, but some upgrades to the upstairs baths and kitchen sink area would make it more comfortable. Communication with Seth was great and mid week when we asked for more paper goods they were dropped off the next morning. There were six adults and four children sharing the house and paper goods went quickly. It was wonderful to have a washer and dryer, too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Libby House was great for our family! Amazing location with an easy walk to everything in Bar Harbor. But also secluded and spacious. The big dining table was perfect for everyone eating together. The backyard was quiet and beautiful. Seth was responsive and helpful when a small issue came up. It was a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a family vacation, very comfortable for 10 of us! Location was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

had everything we needed and more. Near everything jet private and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place to get away

The Libby House was a perfect base for a week in Bar Harbor with a focus on Acadia’s eastern region. It’s very quiet despite being only a block away from the main shopping area. We went to the park every day on the shuttle and didn’t need to use our car. The house has many bedrooms and everybody had enough space. The only possible complaint was that my teenagers wanted more 3-prong outlets in the upstairs bedrooms. :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get-away

It was exactly as the pictures portray it and the location could not be better for access to all that is offered in Bar Harbor. We really enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the Libby House

The Libby House provided everything we needed for our week in Bar Harbor - very convenient location to walks, stores, restaurants - plus a wonderfully quiet home and large backyard to relax in. The newly added pergola was used by us everyday! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Libby House Review

We enjoyed our stay! The Libby house is very clean with very nice furnishings. We would and hope to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house and location!

We have stayed at the Libby House twice, and loved it both times. The location is wonderful, the house is clean and comfortable, and the backyard is lovely. It works well for three generations of our family to have a great vacation, and we look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022