Historic Petunia Cottage: Large Renovated Victorian Excellent In-town Location | House in Bar Harbor
8 Bedroom House in Bar Harbor
This gracious, Queen Anne Victorian style home built in 1877 has 7 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms and is located in the heart of Bar Harbor's Historic West Street district. Petunia Cottage offers an ideal central location, only a block away from the shops in downtown Bar Harbor and at low tide you can walk across to Bar Island from Bridge Street. The lovely wrap around porch with 6 rocking chairs is an ideal place to relax after exploring nearby Acadia National Park.
FIRST FLOOR: Enter through the spacious Front Foyer with stairs that lead to the second level. The front foyer gives direct access to the updated and spacious designer kitchen, and into the living/billiard room with large flat screen smart television, a billiards table, several sitting areas and direct access to the spacious wrap around front porch. The Dining Room can host 10-12 people at the main table plus a side table that seats 4 additional people. A updated ground floor 3 piece bathroom with a neo-angle shower stall and all modern fixtures is accessed from the dining room and wine room and just steps away from the Den. The wine room area leads to the Den which has overstuffed couches, a trundle bed (2 x twin beds), ceiling fan and a large flat screen TV. Rounding out the First Floor of Petunia Cottage is the fresh and modern Kitchen that has a touch of old world Victorian charm. It has been completely modernized with a mix of gray and white shaker cabinetry, granite counter tops, an eleven foot island with six swivel stools, stainless steel appliances including two dishwashers, a 5 burner gas stove, commercial grade sinks and faucets, a flat screen TV. The wine room area has an additional sink and beverage center. The separate Laundry room has 2 sets of front load washers and steam dryers. The back door from the Driveway opens into a small back foyer which can lead you to the Kitchen, Den or up the back staircase to the second floor. The back deck has a small outside sitting table with 4 chairs and the Gas Grill can be accessed just steps away.
SECOND FLOOR: There are 7 bedrooms on this level. At the top of the front stairs you will find the "Victorian Queen" bedroom which has a Queen bed and private bathroom (clawfoot tub with handheld shower only, a vanity & toilet). The "Seaview King" bedroom has a King bed and windows that offer peeks of Bar Island. (Note: The "Victorian Queen" & "Seaview King" bedrooms have direct access (thru a small mutual hall) to the 2nd Floor level of the Widows Walk balcony.) The "Blue Bridge" bedroom has 3 separate beds… 1 Twin and 2 full. This bedroom has a large flat screen Roku smart TV with an area to game or read (some childrens books/games available). The "King's Master" Bedroom has a King bed, a large flat screen tv, sitting area and private 3 piece modern bathroom with shower stall and decorative features. The "Full 'n' Cozy" bedroom has a full size bed and the "Daybed Dream" bedroom has a twin size day bed. The final bedroom is the "King Overlord" bedroom with King bed, ceiling fan, and a lovely window seat. There are 2 additional bathrooms for your use ... in one of the hallways there is a bathroom that has a claw foot tub with afterthought shower, a toilet and modern vanity. The other bathroom is in the hallway which leads to "King Overlord" bedroom and it is a fresh modern 3 piece bathroom with shower stall and decorative fixtures.
OUTDOOR SPACES: The wrap around front porch has six rockers plus several other chairs to enjoy the filtered views of Frenchman's Bay across the road or enjoy the people watching on West Street. The back porch has a small outdoor table and 4 chairs with access to the gas grill and yard behind the house. The driveway provides off-street parking suitable for up to 4 cars (depending on size) plus parking for 1 additional car inside the garage.
AMENITIES: Our home offers... modern kitchen appliances, including two dishwashers, double washer/dryer sets, a 5 burner gas stove/oven, undercabinet microwave, crockpot, Keurig & drip coffee makers, toaster & toaster oven, dishes, cutlery, pots/pans, cookware, coffee mugs, glasses, wine glasses, hair dryers in each bathroom, pedestal and overhead fans, propane grill, cable & Roku TV's, wireless Internet, billiards table, board games & books, 2 pack n plays/travel cribs, 4 Beach chairs, beach towels and a Lobster Pot.
** We provide starter supplies of basics such as toilet paper, paper towels, dish detergent, dishwasher pods, washing machine pods, Keurig coffee pods, & some travel size toiletries.
** Minimum 7 day rental (Sat-Sat), No Pets, No Smoking, No parties.
** 16 Maximum guests (16 is the total combined count of all Adults, Children & Infants in your group)
** 5pm Check in - No access to property (House or Parking) before Check in time. We will notify you if early access is available
** 9am Checkout
** Strict 60 Days: No refund for canceling less than 60 days prior to scheduled arrival date. This policy supersedes the other policies noted in this listing.
Registration # VR2R25-133 02/18/2025 05/31/2026
Historic Petunia Cottage: Large Renovated Victorian Excellent In-town Location is located in Bar Harbor. Historic Petunia Cottage: Large Renovated Victorian Excellent In-town Location provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Historic Petunia Cottage: Large Renovated Victorian Excellent In-town Location has 8 Bedrooms , 5 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bar Harbor has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Bar Harbor, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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Is this Bar Harbor house pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Bar Harbor house have a swimming pool?
No, this Bar Harbor house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Bar Harbor house?
Best-rates for the Bar Harbor house starts from $1,308 per night with includes Child Friendly, View, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Kitchen, Parking, TV, Oceanfront, Internet, Ocean View, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, Balcony/Terrace, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Bar Harbor house a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Bar Harbor house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Bar Harbor house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Bar Harbor house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Bar Harbor house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Bar Harbor house?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
