Bar Harbor View Cottage

08/08/2021

We've been coming to Bar Harbor View Cottage for more than 30 years. This is the first time we've seen a moose! And it was in the woods next to our driveway.

08/03/2021

Some gorgeous photos here.

Officer Amie Torrey works the overnight shift for the Bar Harbor-Mount Desert Police Departments, having joined the force from the Ellsworth Police Department. She was kind enough to send me sunrise/early morning photos for most of the month of July. Check out the photos

01/05/2021

Happy New Year everyone! We got a dusting of snow at the house. There will certainly be more to come.

09/13/2020

Wild turkeys were spotted in the driveway this morning. LOTS of wild turkeys.

09/05/2020

Moonrise last night. This view is from the deck off the master bedroom.

09/01/2020

Acadia National Park is doing a trial run of a timed-entry vehicle reservation system from October 1-18, 2020. They intend to fully implement the system next summer. The idea is to reduce severe traffic and parking congestion. Reservations can be purchased for $2 here: https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/400000

Recreation.gov is your source for discovering and experiencing America's federal recreation activities and outdoor adventures.

08/31/2020

08/24/2020

We decided to head up to the house to take care of some maintenance tasks. How would you like to do THIS painting job?

06/13/2020

For those of you with questions about Maine travel - here's the latest: https://www.maine.gov/covid19/restartingmaine/keepmainehealthy/

06/01/2020

We have new tile and a new slider!

04/25/2020

New living room slider is ready to roll! Now to pick tile for the spot in front.

01/29/2020

We got a new slider in the living room!

09/25/2019

Great coffee shop if you need a place to chill.
http://flexitcafe.com/

Week of May 6th Sandwich Special (“Spicy Tofu Wrap”): Sesame Ginger Roasted Tofu with Super Greens, Matchstick Carrots, and Cucumbers with a Honey-Sriracha Glaze on Your Choice of Wrap Panini Special: Braised Corned Beef with Garlic Oil, Roasted Cabbage, Guinness Brown Sugar Mustard, and Cheddar

09/18/2019

We've always wanted to try this place, but haven't made it there yet.
https://www.steakbarharbor.com/

Jack Russell's has been serving Prime Steak and Craft Beer since 1997!

09/11/2019

Beer & BBQ!
http://www.atlanticbrewing.com/mainly-meat-bbq/

Enjoy a fresh pint at our on-site restaurant, the Mainely Meat BBQ! Open seven days a week from 11:30am - Close in season!

09/04/2019

Galyn's has great clam chowder!
https://www.galynsbarharbor.com/

A local favorite since 1986, Galyn's offers a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere, attentive service and consistently well-prepared food. Featuring fresh Maine lobster and seafood, hand-cut steaks, prime rib, homemade soups, salads and sandwiches, Galyn's is the perfect choice for affordable dining in Ba...

09/03/2019

The week of Sept. 21 is NOW OPEN at Bar Harbor View Cottage. If you're interested in heading there during the week of Sept. 21, either:
1) book through VRBO (https://www.vrbo.com/454606), OR
2) shoot an email to [email protected]

09/02/2019

September is one of our favorite times in Maine and we've got not one, but TWO open weeks! We can't head up there, but maybe you can? If you're interested in the week of Sept. 14, either:
1) book through VRBO (https://www.vrbo.com/454606), OR
2) shoot an email to [email protected]

08/28/2019

The Chart Room is one of our favorite restaurants in Bar Harbor. Don't miss the macadamia nut-crusted halibut!
https://chartroombarharbor.com/

Where the locals dine.

08/21/2019

Take a custom boat tour!
http://www.svboattours.com/

Your Cruising Grounds Await ~ Photo by Capt. Winston Shaw ©2015 ~ All Rights Reserved Welcome to Down East Maine! My name is Capt. Winston Shaw, and I am the owner of Sea Venture Custom Boat Tours located here in Bar Harbor. I would like to invite you to join me aboard my vessel Reflection for a cl...

08/14/2019

See Maine from the water!
http://www.castinekayak.com/

08/07/2019

Have you tried stand up paddleboarding (SUP)?
https://www.acadiasup.com/

Specialty surf shop and the top stand up paddling destination in Maine. Offering lessons, rentals, and tours and paddle board sales, and more. Online booking available.

07/31/2019

The Cat is back!
https://www.ferries.ca/thecat/

Save 3.5 hours driving time traveling between Maine and Nova Scotia by choosing The Cat ferry, linking Yarmouth, NS and Bar Harbor, ME.

07/24/2019

Nature sightseeing and lighthouse tours.
https://www.barharborwhales.com/

07/17/2019

Fancy a ghost tour?
https://www.barharborghosttours.com/

We are the premier walking tour company in Bar Harbor, offering the original Bar Harbor Ghost Tour and the only Wabanaki Indian Spirit Walk.

07/10/2019

Great day trip!
https://www.downeastscenicrail.org/

Join us for the best day trip in Ellsworth, Maine! Book your ten-mile train ride with Downeast Scenic Railroad and ride on the historic Calais Branch Line!

07/03/2019

Big chance to go to Bar Harbor in prime season. Turn house just became available for the rest f this week and all of next!

07/03/2019

Last-minute cancellation means you can get a prime week at Bar Harbor View Cottage for a great price! Make us an offer for the week beginning July 6th. Heck, we’ll even throw in July 5th as a bonus.

07/03/2019

A lot happens in Bar Harbor on July 4th!
https://www.visitbarharbor.com/july-4th

Spend July 4th in Bar Harbor, Maine and celebrate America's independence at Acadia National Park.

06/26/2019

Zip lines, water slides, and go-karts. Oh my! http://www.wildacadia.com/

Bar Harbor's best fun park offering ropes course, water slides, mini golf and much more.