If you are visiting the Bar Harbor, ME area I highly recommend Acadia Bay Inn B&B…read more Retired from their previous professions, Angie and Todd have chosen to share their gifts of exceptional hospitality as natural-born innkeepers...friendly, accommodating, and helpful! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with such incredible warmth that extended throughout our entire stay. After giving us a tour of the home and property, both Todd and Angie happily shared local secrets of the best places to visit in and around the area. (Do not miss Raven's Nest on the Schoodic Peninsula!) The newly-renovated Victorian-style home is flawlessly appointed with antiques--each room embracing you with comfort and serenity. When we booked, the only room available was the smallest of the 7 rooms that has a private balcony that overlooked the front of the property, but it was very cozy and comfortable with plenty of room for my husband and me. A wood-burning fireplace is the centerpiece in the living room that welcomes you in the evening after a long day of sight-seeing. The view from the back of the house is simply spectacular! A rolling hill of grass leads to the shore of Frenchman's Bay, where you can sit in any one of the comfortable chairs, or a double swing under the porch, or on the private balcony if you are in one of the rooms that overlooks the back, and enjoy a glass of wine watching the sunset. Todd is a culinary master, lovingly preparing his signature breakfasts each morning. The next time we visit, we will be sure to try their home-cooked dinners...we didn't partake this visit but those who did raved about them!! We felt like we arrived as guests and left as friends! Thank you Todd and Angie!!

Business blocked me on Facebook when I agreed with another poster that we do not enjoy dogs. They…read moreadvertise as dog free, then they have their own dog they advertise that guests are expected to interact with and pet. They obviously block any questions or concerns about the dog. Unfortunately the grounds surrounding the property are covered in dog waste, and as a property claiming to be dog free this is disgusting. Definitely will look elsewhere for a vacation stay.

Amazing food and service!! I would recommend a million…read moretimes! Oyster Rockefeller and the seafood pasta!

After hearing so much praise, we decided to try this upscale restaurant and arrived with high…read moreexpectations. Unfortunately, my experience did not justify the premium price. I ordered the filet, which was disappointingly fatty and gristly--so much so that I was unable to finish even half of the entrée. At this price point, one expects a cut of beef to be exceptional, and this simply was not. To the restaurant's credit, they did reduce the cost of my entrée, though I was surprised it was not fully comped given how inedible much of it was. On a positive note, the dessert was phenomenal and easily the highlight of the evening. Additionally, the others in our party thoroughly enjoyed their meals, suggesting that the kitchen is capable of producing quality dishes. That said, with the total bill reaching $260 including tip for two people, value matters. Fine dining carries high expectations--not only for food quality but also for service recovery when something goes wrong. While there were certainly bright spots, the overall experience left me feeling that there are far better dining options in Downeast Maine where your money may be better spent. I will continue to recommend Chipper's in Hancock for those wanting a fine dining experience.

When the bright lights of Bar Harbor are too bright for you, consider a drive an hour out of town…read moreto the edge of the Schoodic Peninsula for a night of reasonably priced r&r at Bass Cove Farm. A modest antique home with a couple guest rooms, Bass Cove Farm is available by the night or by the week. In the case of the weekly rental, breakfast is not included unless requested. This is not a luxurious B&B, but a pleasant, accommodating and folksy place to hang your hat while you visit the area. The hosts make their books and games available to you and provide a lot of information about local attractions so that you can best plan your time in Downeast Maine. Breakfast is a multi-course affair featuring freshly baked muffins (if you are lucky), blueberry pancakes made with their own blueberries, juice, fruit, and conversation with the hosts, who are both interesting and considerate. After breakfast, we took a walk down the street where we hit the mother lode of wild blueberries, which we picked and baked into a pie the next day. http://www.basscovefarm.com/

Perfect little cabin high on a bluff overlooking bay! They have an amazing system that texts…read moreideas, directions, secret spots etc.... We took advantage of most of the recommendations and it was awesome. Private, remote, no crowds (like the rest of the region)...and we visited during late June 25! We will definitely be back!

We feel very fortunate that we were able to book with Bluff House Inn for their Maple cabin for our…read morehoneymoon. These cabins and the lodges are adorable, comfortable, and simplistic to truly enjoy nature. We stopped in the main lodge once and loved seeing the inside. Our cabin was perfect for our honeymoon and busy days of hiking and exploring Acadia National Park. The smaller cabins have all you really need. The bed and sheets were insanely comfortable. The main window and the outdoor patio faced sunset so we enjoyed watching sunset each night and noticed several other cabins did too. There were 2 stools and a table with a coffee maker and mini fridge. The room came with a small space heater but it really did warm up the space if you're prone to getting cold. The bathroom and towels were perfect! The owners are so sweet in communicating over email leading up to our stay with any questions, and their texts with recommendations on hikes, parking, exploring, and restaurants truly helped shape our day! We would love to come back someday!!!

There was a lot to love about my recent trip to Maine, and my stay at this bed and breakfast was…read moredefinitely one of the highlights. I had decided to check out the fall leaves (AKA leaf peeping, a term that will always make me giggle) in New England, and visiting Acadia National Park seemed like the perfect place to do it. I ended up booking this bed and breakfast fairly last minute, but I was luckily able to reserve a room. Sue and Eric are the owners, and they were both quite friendly! I mostly interacted with Sue, and she gave helpful recommendations of places to visit while I was in town. The room was comfortable and well-decorated, and the bed was cozy. The provided breakfast was excellent, and Sue accommodated me on my last day with an earlier mealtime due to the time of my departure. I was very happy with my stay, and I would reserve at this B & B again with no hesitation.

Sue and Eric were incredible hosts! We felt right at home! Their place is immaculately clean and…read morecozy - full of books, puzzles and chocolates ( yup little bowls of snacks everywhere). There is also a mini fridge completely filled with water bottles in case you get thirsty at night. We arrived late so we worked on a puzzle (which had been set up by the bedrooms) and went right to bed. In the morning Susan made us Chocolate Chip Waffles ( which were out of this world!), Yogurt with Fresh Granola, Sausage, Tea, Coffee, Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice!! So much food! We had to go early so we wouldn't get snowed in but I wish we could've stayed longer. They hugged us goodbye and we were on our way. I wouldn't want to stay anywhere else next time. Their place is about 30 minutes outside of Bar Harbor & Acadia Park but completely worth the drive!

This was my first Bed and Breakfast as honestly I was not sure what to expect. I was extremely…read morehappy with this Inn and highly recommend it to all. The reviews are all great and that is for a reason. The place is awesome. The location is awesome. The hosts are awesome and last but not least, the breakfast is awesome. The rooms have great views and the beds are very comfortable. It is super relaxing too. Luckily, the weather cooperated with sunny and temps in the 70s. We even saw a bear while taking a hike in Acadia. Check this place out and you won't regret it. That is IF you get a reservation. Everyone wants to go here! Hint: Book early as they are only open from May to October! We hope to go back next year. Jim/Margaret Clemmens Towson, Maryland.

Had a perfect stay at the inn. The breakfast each morning was delicious. My girlfriend loved the…read morenightly cookies. Dax and Sarah were wonderful hosts and we felt so well taken care of. The inn itself is so beautiful. Would definitely recommend staying here!