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The Art Nook — Renovated 2BR in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor

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A pebbled beach with a calm sea and a distant shoreline under a cloudy sky.
A living room with a beige sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a black entertainment unit.
A dining area with a table set for four, large windows with blinds, a curved skylight, and a view of the city.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There are two bar stools and a trash can.
A white door with a glass panel, a blue doormat, and a concrete step leading to the door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, West Street Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bar Harbor

With a stay at this condo, you'll be centrally located in Bar Harbor, within a 5-minute drive of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. .This condo is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Cadillac Mountain.

What's nearby

  • West Street Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Criterion Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Village Green - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shore Path - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Galyn's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Art Nook — Renovated 2BR in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor

(This property is registered with the Town of Bar Harbor, License #VR2R26-295) (Please note, during the summer weeks and based on availability, we prefer a weekly rental with a 7 night minimum stay. All other stays have a minimum four nights per town rules.)

THE ART NOOK

Located on Cottage Street in the heart of downtown Bar Harbor, the Art Nook puts you within easy walking distance of virtually everything Bar Harbor has to offer. You'll have your own off-street parking space, allowing you to park your car when you arrive and enjoy the convenience of walking to restaurants, shops, the waterfront and many of Bar Harbor's attractions.
The Art Nook comfortably accommodates up to four guests with two bedrooms, each furnished with a queen bed, and two full bathrooms with tub/showers.

The second-floor apartment has been thoughtfully renovated and decorated, with original artwork throughout. The spacious living area provides a comfortable place to relax after a day of exploring, while the modern kitchen is fully equipped with everything you'll need to prepare meals at home. The apartment also includes a laundry room, high-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TV and cable TV, Smart Lock entry, and full air conditioning.

WALK EVERYWHERE

One of the best things about staying at the Art Nook is that you can park your car when you arrive and walk almost everywhere. Restaurants, shops, the Village Green and the Shore Path are all within an easy walk, and the Island Explorer is nearby for exploring Acadia National Park without having to move your car.

The grocery store is only a block away, along with bicycle, kayak and motor-scooter rentals. Bar Island, part of Acadia National Park, is also just a short walk away. At low tide, you can walk across the exposed sandbar and hike Bar Island for beautiful views of Bar Harbor. Be sure to check the tide schedule and allow plenty of time to return before the tide comes back in.

EXPLORE ACADIA NATIONAL PARK

The free seasonal Island Explorer bus can be reached at the Village Green, making it easy to explore Acadia without having to drive everywhere. The Island Explorer provides access to many popular destinations throughout Acadia, including Cadillac Mountain and Sand Beach.
If golf is your thing, historic Kebo Valley Golf Club is also nearby. Established in 1888, Kebo is the oldest golf club in Maine and the eighth-oldest in the United States, and is open to public play.

A COMFORTABLE DOWNTOWN RETREAT

After a day of exploring Acadia, come back to a bright, comfortable and beautifully decorated apartment right in the heart of Bar Harbor. Our guests consistently mention the exceptional location, cleanliness, well-stocked kitchen, comfortable living space and convenience of being able to walk everywhere. Several guests have told us they barely moved their car during their stay—and that's exactly the experience we hope to provide.

Come stay at The Art Nook and enjoy the best of Bar Harbor right outside your door!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free condo features books, hiking/biking trails nearby, and sailing nearby. Recreational activities include rafting nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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 not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 elevators

Property is also known as

Brand New Downtown Bar Harbor
Brand New Downtown Property Apartment
Brand New Downtown Property Bar Harbor
Brand New Downtown Property Apartment Bar Harbor

The Art Nook — Renovated 2BR in the Heart of Downtown Bar Harbor Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bobby the property manager was extremely helpful. I appreciate his wonderful food and activity recommendations. The property had everything you needed and was adorable. We could walk to everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice apartment in great location! Very well stocked kitchen and laundry. Easy communication with host. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So clean, very well stocked, beautiful interior, super location!! It is a wonderful place to stay in Bar Harbor!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent overall experience. Close to all the fun of Bar Harbor. Had everything we would need as a family of 4. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Art Nook is the perfect getaway to Bar Harbor! We enjoyed being able to walk everywhere (although we had reserved parking, we never moved the car). Not a bad restaurant in town. Easy access to Acadia. The house was spacious with 2 full bathrooms, spacious kitchen and family room area. Tons of windows make this home a gem!We’d love to return to The Art Nook!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect location for our Bar Harbor and Acadia trip! The house was spacious, very clean and had everything we need! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space for 2 couples. Nicely furnished. Loved the location and free parking!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bar Harbor Visit

Great location within walking distance of everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment is in an ideal location, you can easily walk to shops, restaurants and the grocery store. The apartment was extremely well appointed with plenty of pots, pans and utensils. Bobby was a wonderful host!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay in Town!

This apartment was beautiful, clean, and incredibly convenient to all that Bar Harbor has to offer. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and hope to come back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best location!

Great and spacious for a family of 4. 2 younger kids (6 and 9) enjoyed the town and the best thing is the Reserved parking.The property manager was great and always available.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay

Wonderful as always
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Bar Harbor

My husband and I brought my 82 year old mom and had a great few days in Bar harbor. The place was very cozy and clean! You can walk to shops and restaurants! A great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great location. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, very convenient location! The property is exactly as described and an extremely comfortable place to stay. I would definitely return and the host was very responsive to the few questions that I had. Loved the easy access and the dedicated parking spot, particularly in a town that is hard to find parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Perfect for our family of 4. The house had everything we needed for a fantastic vacation. House was clean and filled with light!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Runcation

Had a great stay! Everything was close by and the place was super nice! Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Art Nook was great! It is a very clean and well equipped apartment. The location is ideal and within easy walking distance to ride the Island Explorer, as well as enjoy the downtown. We would definitely stay at the Art Nook again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another Great Stay

Completed our 20th year of visiting Acadia/Bar Harbor. Fifth year in a row at this property and hopefully many more.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

The unit was in a great location, very clean, well-stocked and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had two couples who enjoyed the stay. Location was very good, within walking distance to downtown Bar Harbor. We had our own parking spot, and access to Acadia was easy. The unit is located on the main road so outside noise could be heard. Overall it was a great place and area to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, location, location!

Conveniently located walking distance to all bar Habor has to offer! Quiet, clean, cute and perfect for a small group!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location

Location was phenomenal especially since the Sandbar is our favorite place. Very large common area and many windows to enjoy the views. Well stocked and comfortable beds.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!

This was a great spot to enjoy everything Bar Harbor and Acadia have to offer. The room had all the necessary amenities and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great space to relax and enjoy Bar Harbor!

We had an absolutely wonderful time with staying in Bar Harbor at this property! It is so convenient to the town and Acadia. It is clean and spacious. There is everything you could need and host was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023