If you desire private Maine coastal living at its finest, you won’t do much better than “Bear Creek,” a classic shingle-style home with a contemporary twist, boldly perched on the granite shores of Frenchman Bay and the Atlantic Ocean and steps away from some of the walking trails of Acadia NP. Entering the almost 16-acre property along the long and winding driveway through a forest of old- and new-growth trees and abundant mosses, ferns and lichens, guests are delivered from the hustle and bustle of the village of Bar Harbor, only minutes away and easily accessible with the four mountain bikes provided, to a tranquil retreat surrounded by nature with spectacular 180-degree views of Egg Rock Light, Thrumcap Island, Schoodic Peninsula and the open ocean. Enjoy the rising sun, passing lobster boats or cruising yachts, or the simple companionship of crashing surf against the rocky bluff below and remarkable star-gazing from this spectacular offering! FIRST FLOOR: Light-filled living room with cathedral ceiling and a resident Moose above the mantle. Professional kitchen and dining area with Maine-mined slate counters and sitting area with TV offers doors leading to the front cedar deck with propane grill, hot tub and an expansive granite and flagstone patio with picnic tables and ample seating above the ocean. Library/office with doors to deck and ocean views. The first Bedroom in this home is on this main level offering a King bed and semiprivate, travertine-tiled bathroom with shower only. SECOND FLOOR: The “Moose” Master Suite with King bed, walk-in closet and door to balcony enjoying a private, full bathroom with soaking tub and separate walk-in shower. An additional “Puffin” Master suite, almost identical to the first with a King bed, walk-in closet, door to balcony and private, full bathroom with soaking tub and separate walk-in shower. Laundry closet with stackable washer and dryer. THIRD FLOOR: On this level, guests will find this home’s fourth and fifth bedrooms with a total of four additional Queen beds, each bedroom with its own travertine-tiled bathroom (with shower only) and spacious closet. Between the bedrooms is a large common area Game Room with Ping-Pong table. OUTDOOR SPACES: Wraparound, cedar deck and covered porch with hot tub, propane grill, and ample outdoor seating. Large granite/flagstone patio adjacent the ocean with two picnic tables, access to a pathway through the woods to a private stone beach (to the South) and to a third picnic table only steps from the rocky shoreline (to the North). Note that access to other areas of the shoreline is via fairly steep terrain and not recommended. Guests also often fish with two salt-water rods/reels provided (but require a Maine license). PLEASE NOTE: Due to the time it takes to clean between parties, please plan accordingly that check-in time for this home is 4 pm and check-out time is by 9am on the day of departure. Please also note while fireplaces may be seen in photos, they are decorative only and are not intended for use because of the very large fires required for them to function properly. New for the season is Starlink internet service. Bar Harbor Vacation Rental Permit #VR2R25-169.
2025 rental season will be Sunday to Sunday bookings only
Rental Terms: Pricing is based on a two week minimum stay. When available single weeks may be considered with an additional fee after January 1st. Check in is after 4:00 p.m. Check out is before 9:00 a.m. There is a $750 cleaning fee for all rentals at this cottage. Maximum occupancy is 10 people.
2026 Rates:
2 week bookings from May 24-August 30
Sunday to Sunday rentals
April 26-May 24 $11,950 per week
May 24-June 28 $16,550 per week
June 28-August 30 $17,950 per week
August 30-November 1 $10,450 per week
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This is a MAGICAL place. What an incredible setting for enjoying all that Mount Desert Island has to offer. From the incredible stargazing at night, and beautiful sunrises in the morning, to warming up in front of a fire on a rainy day, every moment we spent here felt like a small bit of paradise.
We, our children, and our grandparents each found a corner of the house to explore and settle in. The furnishings are very tasteful, the layout is spacious and accommodating and the views, of course, are stunning!
We have enjoyed every minute of being on the water to celebrate our 50th anniversary. This house is beyond description and we have enjoyed every inch. Have loved our time here.
Absolutely AWESOME house- the views are amazing. We loved staying here.