House in Acadia National Park, ME
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
(Please note, during the summer weeks, this is a Sunday check-in with a 7 night minimum stay).
Come stay in beautiful downtown Bar Harbor, Maine. Nestled on a quiet side street "The Rockcairn" is your base camp for enjoying the magical landscape of Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. Located within walking distance to Bar Harbor's downtown village shops and bustling oceanfront offering whale watches, cruises, guided tours, and lively island culture! Your adventures await as you grab your backpack and head out the front door. The Rockcairn is just a block away from Bar Harbor's new playground, ball fields, YMCA, Skate park, and Island Explorer free shuttle bus into Acadia National Park. If you plan to visit the Park by car you can access the Park's loop road in less than a mile from your driveway .If you are outdoor enthusiasts like us, you will love to check out the miles of coastal walks, mountain hikes, and carriage road biking trails all at your fingertips! Don't forget to paddle and swim one of the tranquil lakes and waterways the Island has to offer. When you are done adventuring step into any one of the 80 locally owned restaurants, pubs, and coffee shops.
The Rockcairn offers guests a themed 4 bedroom house inspired by our favorite places in Acadia National Park. Upon arrival, claim the "Hunters Beach " room if you love the coast. You may also find the serenity of the "Seven Bridges" room or dive into the King Sized Bed in the "South Ridge" room. Kids may enjoy ascending the staircase into " The Treehouse" or lounging on the office couch in "The Beehive" on the third floor.
Some of the other amenities that The Rockcairn offers are a full kitchen with new appliances and a large dining room table for when you your family and guests decide to dine in. There is off street parking for two cars in the driveway.
Your hosts Ed and Sherri live locally nearby and have many years of experience traveling and adventuring all over this island, and love to share this knowledge with fellow explorers. We even have a few secret spots so don't hesitate to inquire. The property gets it's name from the sculptural rock formations only found on Mount Desert Island, and the Scottish Gaelic word "cairn" which is a pile of stones used as landmarks to guide travelers. Cairns are used throughout the rocky alpine areas in Acadia. Let The Rockcairn be your home base as you create your own memories while traveling to one of the most unforgettable landscapes on the planet. We'll see you where the mountains meet the sea... set your compass!
Come stay in beautiful downtown Bar Harbor, Maine. Nestled on a quiet side street "The Rockcairn" is your base camp for enjoying the magical landscape of Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. Located within walking distance to Bar Harbor's downtown village shops and bustling oceanfront offering whale watches, cruises, guided tours, and lively island culture! Your adventures await as you grab your backpack and head out the front door. The Rockcairn is just a block away from Bar Harbor's new playground, ball fields, YMCA, Skate park, and Island Explorer free shuttle bus into Acadia National Park. If you plan to visit the Park by car you can access the Park's loop road in less than a mile from your driveway .If you are outdoor enthusiasts like us, you will love to check out the miles of coastal walks, mountain hikes, and carriage road biking trails all at your fingertips! Don't forget to paddle and swim one of the tranquil lakes and waterways the Island has to offer. When you are done adventuring step into any one of the 80 locally owned restaurants, pubs, and coffee shops.
The Rockcairn offers guests a themed 4 bedroom house inspired by our favorite places in Acadia National Park. Upon arrival, claim the "Hunters Beach " room if you love the coast. You may also find the serenity of the "Seven Bridges" room or dive into the King Sized Bed in the "South Ridge" room. Kids may enjoy ascending the staircase into " The Treehouse" or lounging on the office couch in "The Beehive" on the third floor.
Some of the other amenities that The Rockcairn offers are a full kitchen with new appliances and a large dining room table for when you your family and guests decide to dine in. There is off street parking for two cars in the driveway.
Your hosts Ed and Sherri live locally nearby and have many years of experience traveling and adventuring all over this island, and love to share this knowledge with fellow explorers. We even have a few secret spots so don't hesitate to inquire. The property gets it's name from the sculptural rock formations only found on Mount Desert Island, and the Scottish Gaelic word "cairn" which is a pile of stones used as landmarks to guide travelers. Cairns are used throughout the rocky alpine areas in Acadia. Let The Rockcairn be your home base as you create your own memories while traveling to one of the most unforgettable landscapes on the planet. We'll see you where the mountains meet the sea... set your compass!
Amenities at EXPLORERS WANTED! INTOWN home: Short walk to ocean, shops & Acadia Park trails!
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Acadia National Park, ME
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Charming 1900’s home. Nice park a few steps away. Walked to town and the wharf everyday with the littles for meals and tours. Quiet, away from the busy part of town but close enough to walk. Will definitely be back
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
We had a wonderful stay at Sherri’s home, and she is probably the best host we’ve ever had the opportunity to rent from!! The home’s location can’t be beat - only an 8 minute walk into town and 2 min walk to the large ball field/park in BH. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked, and there was plenty of seating and amenities for our group (supposed to be 7 adults, but ended up being 5 of us). It was also very nice to be able to do laundry after long days of hiking and exploring the park! We brought our dogs with us - the property was comfortable for them and this is one of the few properties in town that allows pups. This was a game changer for us as we wanted to experience Acadia with our dogs after visiting for many years without them. Of note, the side yard/driveway area is not very usable if you’re parking cars in the driveway, and the yard is not fully fenced (the gate didn’t latch closed during our stay). The outdoor seating area also isn’t the most usable as there are lots of bushes and trees that have grown in over the years.. but this wasn’t an issue for us as we were busy exploring town! Overall, I would definitely stay here again and really loved renting from such a wonderful host who truly wants the best for her guests! Thank you, Sherri!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
We had a great time at The Rockcairn and would happily stay again! Spacious, plenty of sleeping space, and easy walk downtown or drive into the park. Sherri was very helpful throughout the whole process. She answered my questions ahead of time in a timely manner, let us drop off our bags when we got in early before check-in, walked us through the entry/exit details, and checked in on us once during our stay. Thanks, Sherri!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
Such a wonderful property and attentive hosts! The home was clean and comfortable, perfect for our family of five with our teenagers. The location provided great access and easy walking distance to downtown Main Street, as well as access to Acadia and trails. We will be back!
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9.8Outstanding
(111 Ratings)
"Charming 1900’s home. Nice park a few steps away. Walked to town and the wharf everyday with the littles for meals and tours. Quiet, away from the busy part of town but close enough to walk. Will defi..."
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