Elsa's Inn on the Harbor
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 6 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and designer toiletries. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in Prospect Harbor, Elsa's Inn on the Harbor is by the ocean, a 5-minute drive from Chapter Two Art Gallery and 6 minutes from Schoodic Peninsula. This bed & breakfast is 4.4 mi (7.2 km) from Grindstone Neck Golf Course and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Bartlett Maine Estate Winery.
What's nearby
Chapter Two Art Gallery(2.6 miles)
Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North(2.9 miles)
Schoodic Peninsula(3.2 miles)
Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center(4.1 miles)
Grindstone Neck Golf Course(4.4 miles)
Bartlett Maine Estate Winery(6.2 miles)
Schoodic Point(8.1 miles)
Morancy Pond(11.5 miles)
Sullivan Harbor Farm(11.6 miles)
Flanders Pond(13.7 miles)
Rogers Point Beach(13.8 miles)
Prayer Labyrith(15.8 miles)
Tunk Lake(17.8 miles)
The nearest major airport is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)(30.3 miles)
Free Wi-Fi
Garden
Picnic Area/Tables
Free Breakfast
Firepit
Firewood (free)
Location
179 Main St, Prospect Harbor, Maine, United States of America
Chapter Two Art Gallery (2.6 miles)
Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North (2.9 miles)
Schoodic Peninsula (3.2 miles)
Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center (4.1 miles)
Grindstone Neck Golf Course (4.4 miles)
Bartlett Maine Estate Winery (6.2 miles)
Room options
2
Signature Room, Accessible, Bay View
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
2
Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View, Sea Facing
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
2
Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View, Sea Facing
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
2
Signature Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Elsa's Inn on the Harbor
9.4
Superb
Based on 260 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Elsa's Inn on the Harbor, many guests highlight warm, personalized hospitality and a quiet, scenic harbor setting that works well for exploring Schoodic, while noting it is a longer drive to Bar Harbor and the busier park areas.
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At Elsa's Inn on the Harbor, many guests highlight warm, personalized hospitality and a quiet, scenic harbor setting that works well for exploring Schoodic, while noting it is a longer drive to Bar Harbor and the busier park areas.
Home-cooked breakfasts receive frequent praise for flavor and a sociable morning atmosphere. Rooms are generally cozy and comfortable with vintage decor. Some guests mention exterior upkeep or dated elements, occasional cleanliness or maintenance quirks, and early morning serving hours or policies that don’t suit tight schedules. Overall, expect a friendly, peaceful base best for travelers seeking a quiet coastal retreat.
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Facilities
On-site amenities are simple, with a pleasant front porch for relaxing and enjoying the view. Several guests mention the exterior and grounds looking a bit tired or needing some landscaping or minor repairs.
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Pam
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hosts were lovely but the property seemed a bit in disrepair. Needed some TLC. Very old and dated.
Hosts were lovely but the property seemed a bit in disrepair. Needed some TLC. Very old and dated.
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Melanie
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and comfortable. Gail was our precious hostess. She had a full house by herself. Her daughter was out of town. But she handled everything wonderfully. Provided a delicious breakfast 2 mornings we were there. Beautiful Inn with Prospect Bay right across the street. The only thing I would suggest is working on the landscaping a bit.
Very clean and comfortable. Gail was our precious hostess. She had a full house by herself. Her daughter was out of town. But she handled everything wonderfully. Provided a delicious breakfast 2 mornings we were there. Beautiful Inn with Prospect Bay right across the street. The only thing I would suggest is working on the landscaping a bit.
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William
Jun 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The host was awesome and breakfast was amazing. The early morning view of the sunrise over the harbor across the street was a highlight of our trip. The property was in need of some repairs, but I chalked that up to being so early in the travel season and not getting to them just yet.
The host was awesome and breakfast was amazing. The early morning view of the sunrise over the harbor across the street was a highlight of our trip. The property was in need of some repairs, but I chalked that up to being so early in the travel season and not getting to them just yet.
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Megha
Jun 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Cute & quaint B&B overlooking the bay. 2 of us stayed in Dorothy's room and enjoyed our stay very much. Clean, spacious rooms with all the amenities we needed. The hostess is a gem of a person. She was very kind and resourceful. We loved our conversations with her! They offer breakfast in the morning and information on things- to- do around. Acadia National Park and Bar harbor are just an hour's ride away. Parking available in the front yard. Highly recommend for a peaceful holiday by the water with other outdoor activities not too far off!
Cute & quaint B&B overlooking the bay. 2 of us stayed in Dorothy's room and enjoyed our stay very much. Clean, spacious rooms with all the amenities we needed. The hostess is a gem of a person. She was very kind and resourceful. We loved our conversations with her! They offer breakfast in the morning and information on things- to- do around. Acadia National Park and Bar harbor are just an hour's ride away. Parking available in the front yard. Highly recommend for a peaceful holiday by the water with other outdoor activities not too far off!
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Alyssa
Jun 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Had a quick overnight trip up to Maine and crossed paths with Elsa’s INN! Very thankful to have a private room and private door access, helps when waking up early or returning later in the evenings. Elsa was inviting welcoming us to our room and made sure we had everything we needed and informative with what’s happening in the area! This INN is located right across the street from the ocean, in the mornings you can sit on the beautiful deck with a fresh cup of coffee, watch the humming birds and the boats leaving the harbor, a perfect start to your mornings in Maine! Booking was easy and hospitality provided was unmatched. I look forward to visiting again!
Had a quick overnight trip up to Maine and crossed paths with Elsa’s INN! Very thankful to have a private room and private door access, helps when waking up early or returning later in the evenings. Elsa was inviting welcoming us to our room and made sure we had everything we needed and informative with what’s happening in the area! This INN is located right across the street from the ocean, in the mornings you can sit on the beautiful deck with a fresh cup of coffee, watch the humming birds and the boats leaving the harbor, a perfect start to your mornings in Maine! Booking was easy and hospitality provided was unmatched. I look forward to visiting again!
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Melanie
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A precious lady, Gail, welcomed us to her Inn. She had a full house of 12 to serve as hostess for morning breakfast which was excellent! The second morning was delicious as well. Gail’s daughter was out of town for medical testing for the week, leaving her to carry the load of which she did wonderfully. Our room was clean and comfortable. The only thing that I would recommend would be to tidy up the landscaping. It would improve the exterior of the beautiful Inn. Overall we enjoyed our stay at Elsa’s Inn to the utmost of pleasure. Gail is such a sweet lady with a cute disposition and an amazing cook!
A precious lady, Gail, welcomed us to her Inn. She had a full house of 12 to serve as hostess for morning breakfast which was excellent! The second morning was delicious as well. Gail’s daughter was out of town for medical testing for the week, leaving her to carry the load of which she did wonderfully. Our room was clean and comfortable. The only thing that I would recommend would be to tidy up the landscaping. It would improve the exterior of the beautiful Inn. Overall we enjoyed our stay at Elsa’s Inn to the utmost of pleasure. Gail is such a sweet lady with a cute disposition and an amazing cook!
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Kate
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely wonderful!! A peaceful spot along the water. I could have sat on the porch the entire stay! Breakfast was delicious! Highly recommend! PS- the info on Expedia about needing to be there by 3 pm was inaccurate! They were very accommodating!
Absolutely wonderful!! A peaceful spot along the water. I could have sat on the porch the entire stay! Breakfast was delicious! Highly recommend! PS- the info on Expedia about needing to be there by 3 pm was inaccurate! They were very accommodating!
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Gerald
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful view from front porch. Easy drive to Acadia National Park and very good restaurants.
Beautiful view from front porch. Easy drive to Acadia National Park and very good restaurants.
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terri
Aug 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved this B&B. It was just what you picture a B&B in the north of Maine should be like. Cozy rooms with baths Floral wallpaper with overstuffed chairs.yet great cable and Wi-Fi. the big front porch with view of lobster boats in the harbor added ambience. Gail,the proprietor, was very attentive and knowledgeable about the area. Breakfast of blueberry pancakes or French toast with fresh whipped cream and strawberries was fabulous! We highly recommend this relaxing place.
Loved this B&B. It was just what you picture a B&B in the north of Maine should be like. Cozy rooms with baths Floral wallpaper with overstuffed chairs.yet great cable and Wi-Fi. the big front porch with view of lobster boats in the harbor added ambience. Gail,the proprietor, was very attentive and knowledgeable about the area. Breakfast of blueberry pancakes or French toast with fresh whipped cream and strawberries was fabulous! We highly recommend this relaxing place.
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Mark
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was wonderful Food was fantastic Rooms were very clean Very quite Ground and facility were a little tired View was underwhelming to the Southeast but picture perfect to the Northeast It was an hour from Bar Harbor
Staff was wonderful Food was fantastic Rooms were very clean Very quite Ground and facility were a little tired View was underwhelming to the Southeast but picture perfect to the Northeast It was an hour from Bar Harbor
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are widely described as very clean, with some calling them spotless. A few guests reported issues such as dust, a mildew smell in towels, or a room that hadn’t been properly dusted.
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Melanie
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and comfortable. Gail was our precious hostess. She had a full house by herself. Her daughter was out of town. But she handled everything wonderfully. Provided a delicious breakfast 2 mornings we were there. Beautiful Inn with Prospect Bay right across the street. The only thing I would suggest is working on the landscaping a bit.
Very clean and comfortable. Gail was our precious hostess. She had a full house by herself. Her daughter was out of town. But she handled everything wonderfully. Provided a delicious breakfast 2 mornings we were there. Beautiful Inn with Prospect Bay right across the street. The only thing I would suggest is working on the landscaping a bit.
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Isaac
May 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cute little place with a comfortable bed and nice shower. Gorgeous views over the water across the street. The room had a microwave and fridge but both were tiny: fridge was big enough for a few sodas or beers. Towels smelled strongly of mildew. The washer needs a seasonal cleaning. Breakfast sounded amazing from the reviews and was a major factor in picking this place, but it’s only served starting at 8 and I had to leave for a meeting both mornings before that. I was offered coffee and toast, which was not quite the full breakfast that I’d been so excited about.
Cute little place with a comfortable bed and nice shower. Gorgeous views over the water across the street. The room had a microwave and fridge but both were tiny: fridge was big enough for a few sodas or beers. Towels smelled strongly of mildew. The washer needs a seasonal cleaning. Breakfast sounded amazing from the reviews and was a major factor in picking this place, but it’s only served starting at 8 and I had to leave for a meeting both mornings before that. I was offered coffee and toast, which was not quite the full breakfast that I’d been so excited about.
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Richard
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A few dust bunnies under the bed, but overall quite clean.
A few dust bunnies under the bed, but overall quite clean.
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William
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and fresh. Harbor views.
Very clean and fresh. Harbor views.
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Allan
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The location was excellent, however the cleanliness of our room was poor. Hadn’t been cleaned or dusted and coffee machine was unusable. Overall very disappointed as previous reviews were so positive.
The location was excellent, however the cleanliness of our room was poor. Hadn’t been cleaned or dusted and coffee machine was unusable. Overall very disappointed as previous reviews were so positive.
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Danielle
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent stay. Great breakfast. Clean and charming.
Excellent stay. Great breakfast. Clean and charming.
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Michael
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, great manager, spotless room, amusing retired chickens wandering around the yard.
Great location, great manager, spotless room, amusing retired chickens wandering around the yard.
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Jeff
Oct 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was wonderful and Inn was very clean with comfortable rooms.
Staff was wonderful and Inn was very clean with comfortable rooms.
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Karen
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming, comfortable, clean accommodations directly across from the harbor.
Very welcoming, comfortable, clean accommodations directly across from the harbor.
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Nohemy
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Gail was an incredible host. Her bed & breakfast was incredibly cute, cozy and clean. Everyone who worked there to the guest were so kind. It genuinely felt like a home away from home.
Gail was an incredible host. Her bed & breakfast was incredibly cute, cozy and clean. Everyone who worked there to the guest were so kind. It genuinely felt like a home away from home.
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Rooms
Rooms are cozy and comfortable with vintage decor and praised beds. Some reports note small room sizes, limited in-room amenities, missing window shades, or awkward bathroom layouts.
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Suzanne
Oct 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I was so excited to stay at this inn even though it's almost an hour away from Arcadia National Park as it was stated to be on the harbor. It is but, there is a building/house directly in front of the inn as well as comercial usage. The room is very small. The pictures seem to indicate that there was a window seat in the room and that it was on the ground floor. The signature room is upstairs. There is a view to the left of the harbor. This room did not have a micorwave or mini fridge, or ice. As we were on the "road" I had to throw out perishables. The inn is adorable, the breakfast was great.
I was so excited to stay at this inn even though it's almost an hour away from Arcadia National Park as it was stated to be on the harbor. It is but, there is a building/house directly in front of the inn as well as comercial usage. The room is very small. The pictures seem to indicate that there was a window seat in the room and that it was on the ground floor. The signature room is upstairs. There is a view to the left of the harbor. This room did not have a micorwave or mini fridge, or ice. As we were on the "road" I had to throw out perishables. The inn is adorable, the breakfast was great.
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Steven
Oct 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The entire area of the Schoodic Peninsula is a unique, welcome break from busy Acadia. Gail, our host, was a pleasure to talk to, providing us with interesting history and information of the area. The breakfasts were delicious! My only suggestion would be to consider replacing the mattress, or at least flip or rotate them, as ours was uneven and less comfortable than we would have liked. Otherwise, a wonderful place to stay that I would still recommend!
The entire area of the Schoodic Peninsula is a unique, welcome break from busy Acadia. Gail, our host, was a pleasure to talk to, providing us with interesting history and information of the area. The breakfasts were delicious! My only suggestion would be to consider replacing the mattress, or at least flip or rotate them, as ours was uneven and less comfortable than we would have liked. Otherwise, a wonderful place to stay that I would still recommend!
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Stephanie
Nov 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Elsa's is the exact example of an "old farm house" bed and breakfast that everyone looks for. Great, off the beaten path location, serene location and sea view, and a hostess that you just want to sit with and have coffee and home made cookies. Our room was cozy, clean and quiet - great view of the thick forest behind it.
Elsa's is the exact example of an "old farm house" bed and breakfast that everyone looks for. Great, off the beaten path location, serene location and sea view, and a hostess that you just want to sit with and have coffee and home made cookies. Our room was cozy, clean and quiet - great view of the thick forest behind it.
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Lorraine
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Elsa’s Inn was fantastic! The property is located overlooking a beautiful harbor and lighthouse. The old 1800s home is charming and beautifully decorated. Extremely comfortable and inviting. Gayle made me feel so at home and relaxed. I only planned one night but stayed three. Her breakfast is not to be missed! The area is so interesting. I learned a lot about lobstering! It is a very historic area. Bed was extremely comfortable private bath excellent hot shower. It was just the perfect getaway. Thank you, Gayle! I will return and recommend.!
Elsa’s Inn was fantastic! The property is located overlooking a beautiful harbor and lighthouse. The old 1800s home is charming and beautifully decorated. Extremely comfortable and inviting. Gayle made me feel so at home and relaxed. I only planned one night but stayed three. Her breakfast is not to be missed! The area is so interesting. I learned a lot about lobstering! It is a very historic area. Bed was extremely comfortable private bath excellent hot shower. It was just the perfect getaway. Thank you, Gayle! I will return and recommend.!
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Howard
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Didn't like 4pm check-in, should be 3 Didn't like breakfast ending at 8:30, it should be later. Otherwise, nice clean pretty place with comfortable mattress, but no air conditioning Very nice hostess
Didn't like 4pm check-in, should be 3 Didn't like breakfast ending at 8:30, it should be later. Otherwise, nice clean pretty place with comfortable mattress, but no air conditioning Very nice hostess
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Mark
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The outside looked very unkept. Our room had no blinds on the windows which was unusual at night and let the sunrise shine through at 5:30 am.
The outside looked very unkept. Our room had no blinds on the windows which was unusual at night and let the sunrise shine through at 5:30 am.
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Karen
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We loved everything about our stay. Gail was very personable and made sure we had everything we needed. The breakfast was amazing! Room overlooked the harbor. You could watch the fishing boats and sunrise right from your room. Perfect place to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of life.
We loved everything about our stay. Gail was very personable and made sure we had everything we needed. The breakfast was amazing! Room overlooked the harbor. You could watch the fishing boats and sunrise right from your room. Perfect place to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of life.
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William
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and fresh. Harbor views.
Very clean and fresh. Harbor views.
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Joseph
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Two-night stay. Actually, thought this was located in Bar Harbor but as it turned out preferred Prospect Harbor! Quaint and relaxing. Friendly hosts and wonderful breakfast. Just enough to start your day! We had Sarah's room and found the room size just perfect, and the bed was very comfortable.
Two-night stay. Actually, thought this was located in Bar Harbor but as it turned out preferred Prospect Harbor! Quaint and relaxing. Friendly hosts and wonderful breakfast. Just enough to start your day! We had Sarah's room and found the room size just perfect, and the bed was very comfortable.
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Philip
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall, the state was nice. A nice Gal greeted us on our arrival. The room was cute and pleasant however no window shade over the bathroom window, no garbage can to be found and a shelf above the bathroom sink made using the sink quite challenging. Breakfast in the morning was great.
Overall, the state was nice. A nice Gal greeted us on our arrival. The room was cute and pleasant however no window shade over the bathroom window, no garbage can to be found and a shelf above the bathroom sink made using the sink quite challenging. Breakfast in the morning was great.
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Service
Service is a standout: warm, welcoming hosts who share local tips, accommodate needs, and at times go above and beyond. A few comments note rigid policies or timing, such as check-in or non-refundable terms.
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Jodi
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay at Elsa's Inn! Friendly, helpful owner and staff providing great recommendations and information about the area, delicious breakfasts, and a beautiful home.
We had a wonderful stay at Elsa's Inn! Friendly, helpful owner and staff providing great recommendations and information about the area, delicious breakfasts, and a beautiful home.
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Christina
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Warm and knowledgeable hostess. Personally welcomed each guest and showed us to our rooms. Breakfast served between 0800-0830 so we missed it both days as we had already left for adventures at Acadia National Park which is slightly over an hour away. Smelled delicious. Recommended local restaurants with good food. View was beautiful, room was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again and plan to enjoy breakfast and more conversations.
Warm and knowledgeable hostess. Personally welcomed each guest and showed us to our rooms. Breakfast served between 0800-0830 so we missed it both days as we had already left for adventures at Acadia National Park which is slightly over an hour away. Smelled delicious. Recommended local restaurants with good food. View was beautiful, room was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again and plan to enjoy breakfast and more conversations.
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Joseph
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We stayed for 4 nights at Elsa’s. Gail was a wonderful host for many reasons. The room was plenty big for the two of us with a very comfortable bed and normal sized shower. The morning breakfasts and conversation was great. We were just a few miles away from Schoodic point (Acadia NP). WOW! The night before we left, someone hit our car and it was un drivable. Gail drove to where the accident happened, loaded her car with all of our stuff, then drove my wife 30 miles to the nearest urgent care. She certainly went above and beyond what most people would do. We are very grateful to her helping us in a time of need.
We stayed for 4 nights at Elsa’s. Gail was a wonderful host for many reasons. The room was plenty big for the two of us with a very comfortable bed and normal sized shower. The morning breakfasts and conversation was great. We were just a few miles away from Schoodic point (Acadia NP). WOW! The night before we left, someone hit our car and it was un drivable. Gail drove to where the accident happened, loaded her car with all of our stuff, then drove my wife 30 miles to the nearest urgent care. She certainly went above and beyond what most people would do. We are very grateful to her helping us in a time of need.
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Lee
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Totally comfortable stay with wonderful hospitality.
Totally comfortable stay with wonderful hospitality.
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jerry William
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Staff was exceptional. Loved the breakfast every morning. Great history and friendly people.
Staff was exceptional. Loved the breakfast every morning. Great history and friendly people.
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Craig
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice room overlooking the bay. Our host was very friendly and hospitable. Great breakfasts in the morning. Excellent advice on places to go and see in the area.
A nice room overlooking the bay. Our host was very friendly and hospitable. Great breakfasts in the morning. Excellent advice on places to go and see in the area.
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John
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Gail was a joy, she really made us feel at home and was a wealth of information. The house was beautiful, and the breakfast was vey nice. A lovely stay, we’ll be back!
Gail was a joy, she really made us feel at home and was a wealth of information. The house was beautiful, and the breakfast was vey nice. A lovely stay, we’ll be back!
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Kenneth H
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We called and our host made recommendations for dinner and made reservations for us. Waited for us and personally greeted us after dinner.
We called and our host made recommendations for dinner and made reservations for us. Waited for us and personally greeted us after dinner.
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jessica
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Loved Acadia national park and Gail was a fountain of information
Loved Acadia national park and Gail was a fountain of information
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Christine
Jul 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This bed and breakfast was lovely, quiet, clean and comfortable and Gayle went out of her way to accommodate our need for a very early morning breakfast.
This bed and breakfast was lovely, quiet, clean and comfortable and Gayle went out of her way to accommodate our need for a very early morning breakfast.
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Location
Peaceful, scenic harbor setting convenient for exploring the Schoodic section of Acadia. It’s roughly an hour’s drive to Bar Harbor and main-park attractions, and some found the area quiet with limited nearby options.
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Andrea
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Elsa’s was a perfect place to rest and get away from the the crowds in Bar Harbor. The rooms and inn were kept up with care. Our host was amazing he made some of the best stuffed French toast I have ever had. The location was perfect to see the northern part of Acadia natl park, it was nice to have its so close and away from the crowds. The beds were soft and comfy and the harbor across the street was beautiful looking out from our room. Wonderfull place to stay and I would only stay at Elsa’s for any return visit!
Elsa’s was a perfect place to rest and get away from the the crowds in Bar Harbor. The rooms and inn were kept up with care. Our host was amazing he made some of the best stuffed French toast I have ever had. The location was perfect to see the northern part of Acadia natl park, it was nice to have its so close and away from the crowds. The beds were soft and comfy and the harbor across the street was beautiful looking out from our room. Wonderfull place to stay and I would only stay at Elsa’s for any return visit!
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Christina
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Warm and knowledgeable hostess. Personally welcomed each guest and showed us to our rooms. Breakfast served between 0800-0830 so we missed it both days as we had already left for adventures at Acadia National Park which is slightly over an hour away. Smelled delicious. Recommended local restaurants with good food. View was beautiful, room was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again and plan to enjoy breakfast and more conversations.
Warm and knowledgeable hostess. Personally welcomed each guest and showed us to our rooms. Breakfast served between 0800-0830 so we missed it both days as we had already left for adventures at Acadia National Park which is slightly over an hour away. Smelled delicious. Recommended local restaurants with good food. View was beautiful, room was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again and plan to enjoy breakfast and more conversations.
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Garwood
Oct 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Gail was very nice and made good recommendations of things to do. The breakfasts were delicious and we enjoyed visiting with the other guests. We didn’t know that the drive to Bar Harbor and Mt Desert would take over an hour when we made the reservation.
Gail was very nice and made good recommendations of things to do. The breakfasts were delicious and we enjoyed visiting with the other guests. We didn’t know that the drive to Bar Harbor and Mt Desert would take over an hour when we made the reservation.
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Susan
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location for exploring the Schoodic Peninsula. Gail was a gracious host and served a tasty breakfast. The inn is conveniently located near the Schoodic section of Acadia National Park and nice restaurants in Winter Harbor.
Great location for exploring the Schoodic Peninsula. Gail was a gracious host and served a tasty breakfast. The inn is conveniently located near the Schoodic section of Acadia National Park and nice restaurants in Winter Harbor.
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Mallie
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It really wasn’t the place that was bad. It was the fact that it’s in the middle of nowhere and there’s basically nothing to do there, but I guess I should’ve understood that by reading you can hike.
It really wasn’t the place that was bad. It was the fact that it’s in the middle of nowhere and there’s basically nothing to do there, but I guess I should’ve understood that by reading you can hike.
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James
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Place was very nice. Hotel.com and expedia do not provide accurate location to Bar Harbor Maine. 9 miles across the bay with no bridge and no ferry. It is more like 44 miles and slightly over an hour drive to get to our 6 am drive up Cadillac mtn. Would appreciate hotel.com to provide accurate info on location and not as the crow flies.
Place was very nice. Hotel.com and expedia do not provide accurate location to Bar Harbor Maine. 9 miles across the bay with no bridge and no ferry. It is more like 44 miles and slightly over an hour drive to get to our 6 am drive up Cadillac mtn. Would appreciate hotel.com to provide accurate info on location and not as the crow flies.
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Russell
Aug 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent breakfast and very quiet. Only negative is that it is an hour’s drive from Acadia National Park.
Excellent breakfast and very quiet. Only negative is that it is an hour’s drive from Acadia National Park.
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Steve
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice people. Nice room. Good breakfast. Well located for north part of Acadia Park.
Nice people. Nice room. Good breakfast. Well located for north part of Acadia Park.
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Gerald
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful view from front porch. Easy drive to Acadia National Park and very good restaurants.
Beautiful view from front porch. Easy drive to Acadia National Park and very good restaurants.
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Mark
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was wonderful Food was fantastic Rooms were very clean Very quite Ground and facility were a little tired View was underwhelming to the Southeast but picture perfect to the Northeast It was an hour from Bar Harbor
Staff was wonderful Food was fantastic Rooms were very clean Very quite Ground and facility were a little tired View was underwhelming to the Southeast but picture perfect to the Northeast It was an hour from Bar Harbor
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Dining
Breakfast earns strong praise for taste and homemade specials like blueberry pancakes and stuffed French toast, with sociable mornings. Timing is early and a few reviews were less enthusiastic or missed it due to schedules.
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Melanie
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and comfortable. Gail was our precious hostess. She had a full house by herself. Her daughter was out of town. But she handled everything wonderfully. Provided a delicious breakfast 2 mornings we were there. Beautiful Inn with Prospect Bay right across the street. The only thing I would suggest is working on the landscaping a bit.
Very clean and comfortable. Gail was our precious hostess. She had a full house by herself. Her daughter was out of town. But she handled everything wonderfully. Provided a delicious breakfast 2 mornings we were there. Beautiful Inn with Prospect Bay right across the street. The only thing I would suggest is working on the landscaping a bit.
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Isaac
May 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cute little place with a comfortable bed and nice shower. Gorgeous views over the water across the street. The room had a microwave and fridge but both were tiny: fridge was big enough for a few sodas or beers. Towels smelled strongly of mildew. The washer needs a seasonal cleaning. Breakfast sounded amazing from the reviews and was a major factor in picking this place, but it’s only served starting at 8 and I had to leave for a meeting both mornings before that. I was offered coffee and toast, which was not quite the full breakfast that I’d been so excited about.
Cute little place with a comfortable bed and nice shower. Gorgeous views over the water across the street. The room had a microwave and fridge but both were tiny: fridge was big enough for a few sodas or beers. Towels smelled strongly of mildew. The washer needs a seasonal cleaning. Breakfast sounded amazing from the reviews and was a major factor in picking this place, but it’s only served starting at 8 and I had to leave for a meeting both mornings before that. I was offered coffee and toast, which was not quite the full breakfast that I’d been so excited about.
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Andrea
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Elsa’s was a perfect place to rest and get away from the the crowds in Bar Harbor. The rooms and inn were kept up with care. Our host was amazing he made some of the best stuffed French toast I have ever had. The location was perfect to see the northern part of Acadia natl park, it was nice to have its so close and away from the crowds. The beds were soft and comfy and the harbor across the street was beautiful looking out from our room. Wonderfull place to stay and I would only stay at Elsa’s for any return visit!
Elsa’s was a perfect place to rest and get away from the the crowds in Bar Harbor. The rooms and inn were kept up with care. Our host was amazing he made some of the best stuffed French toast I have ever had. The location was perfect to see the northern part of Acadia natl park, it was nice to have its so close and away from the crowds. The beds were soft and comfy and the harbor across the street was beautiful looking out from our room. Wonderfull place to stay and I would only stay at Elsa’s for any return visit!
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Christina
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Warm and knowledgeable hostess. Personally welcomed each guest and showed us to our rooms. Breakfast served between 0800-0830 so we missed it both days as we had already left for adventures at Acadia National Park which is slightly over an hour away. Smelled delicious. Recommended local restaurants with good food. View was beautiful, room was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again and plan to enjoy breakfast and more conversations.
Warm and knowledgeable hostess. Personally welcomed each guest and showed us to our rooms. Breakfast served between 0800-0830 so we missed it both days as we had already left for adventures at Acadia National Park which is slightly over an hour away. Smelled delicious. Recommended local restaurants with good food. View was beautiful, room was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again and plan to enjoy breakfast and more conversations.
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Donna
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great little inn with a beautiful view. Gail was so sweet and gave us so much information about the area. The breakfast was outstanding !!!
Great little inn with a beautiful view. Gail was so sweet and gave us so much information about the area. The breakfast was outstanding !!!
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John
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything about this inn is perfect. best breakfast ever!! will be back in future
Everything about this inn is perfect. best breakfast ever!! will be back in future
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Craig
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice room overlooking the bay. Our host was very friendly and hospitable. Great breakfasts in the morning. Excellent advice on places to go and see in the area.
A nice room overlooking the bay. Our host was very friendly and hospitable. Great breakfasts in the morning. Excellent advice on places to go and see in the area.
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Jeanne
May 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful. Had a very relaxing stay. Breakfast was superb.
Wonderful. Had a very relaxing stay. Breakfast was superb.
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John
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bad breakfasts
Bad breakfasts
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John
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place is charming, everything was perfect. stayed here twice in two weeks, simply the best. The homecooked breakfasts cannot be beat. will definitely come back again.
This place is charming, everything was perfect. stayed here twice in two weeks, simply the best. The homecooked breakfasts cannot be beat. will definitely come back again.
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Srinu
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor was wonderful! Gail is a thoughtful, witty host who provided us with solid local recommendations and insider tips. The room is clean and filled with character. Shout-out to the Prospect Harbor Soap Company for their shampoo and hand soap! Breakfast was home-made by Gail and mouth-watering. A delightful stay in a charming spot!
Our stay at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor was wonderful! Gail is a thoughtful, witty host who provided us with solid local recommendations and insider tips. The room is clean and filled with character. Shout-out to the Prospect Harbor Soap Company for their shampoo and hand soap! Breakfast was home-made by Gail and mouth-watering. A delightful stay in a charming spot!
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John
Aug 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was comfortable, clean, quiet and nicely decorated. We enjoyed our view of the harbor and the lobster boats coming and going. Our hostess was very gracious and prepared a wonderful breakfast. She knows the area well and gave great suggestions on what to do and where to eat. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Our room was comfortable, clean, quiet and nicely decorated. We enjoyed our view of the harbor and the lobster boats coming and going. Our hostess was very gracious and prepared a wonderful breakfast. She knows the area well and gave great suggestions on what to do and where to eat. We really enjoyed our stay here.
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Randy
Aug 20, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Our host Gail was a fountain of knowledge of the area. Helpful with restaurant choices and local parks. Her food was exceptional and the people travelling staying at her abode were fun & entertaining. You will not be disappointed with this choice for accommodation.
Our host Gail was a fountain of knowledge of the area. Helpful with restaurant choices and local parks. Her food was exceptional and the people travelling staying at her abode were fun & entertaining. You will not be disappointed with this choice for accommodation.
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mark
Aug 18, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The stuffed French toast was amazing!
The stuffed French toast was amazing!
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Geza
Aug 15, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The most friendly place, and breakfast was the best.
The most friendly place, and breakfast was the best.
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 16:00 to 20:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about Elsa's Inn on the Harbor
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, and it is uncovered.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per night, and a maximum charge of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features does the property offer?
The property is not wheelchair accessible, and there are no specific features mentioned for guests with disabilities.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Prospect Harbor, a 5-minute drive from Chapter Two Art Gallery and 6 minutes from Schoodic Peninsula. It is approximately 4.4 miles from Grindstone Neck Golf Course and 6.2 miles from Bartlett Maine Estate Winery.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are allowed to stay at the property, but specific age policies regarding free stays are not provided.
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There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 20 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per day
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- 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 allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Garden
Picnic Area/Tables
Free Breakfast
Firepit
Firewood (free)
Activities
Garden
Firepit
Hiking/Biking (nearby)
Mountain Bike (nearby)
Outdoor Furniture
Services
Firewood (free)
Private Picnics
General
Picnic Area/Tables
Free Breakfast
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Parking (Self) (free)
Parking (Uncovered)
Internet
Free Wi-Fi