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Gordy's Place—Pet and family-friendly Bar Harbor home minutes from Acadia

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Our home surrounded by the glorious fall colors of MDI
Our home at night. Quiet and peaceful area away from bustle and noise.
King bedroom with en-suite bathroom
New gas fireplace, sleeper sofa & comfy seating for relaxing after Acadia hikes
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gordy's Place—Pet and family-friendly Bar Harbor home minutes from Acadia

Gordy's Place is a newly built house just off Sand Point Road, about 9 minutes to downtown Bar Harbor. Our family visited Acadia for 20 years and purchased this brand-new (2016) home. Newly added for summer 2024 are mini-split heat pumps for cooling throughout our home! We hope you love it - and Acadia - as much as we do!

In a quiet, new neighborhood, Gordy's Place is a pleasant retreat for your Bar Harbor/Acadia vacation. Enjoy the private patio area while BBQing in the wooded outdoors or warming your hands over the firepit after day of hiking and beaching. Just a 5 minute drive to the main entrance to Acadia National Park, just a 10 minute walk to where you can catch the free Island Explorer Bus. Walk to the water's edge in the quaint little village of Salisbury Cove. Lovely accommodations for your family and friends!

The 1500 sq. ft. house features a beautifully appointed living room, open kitchen with spacious island, dining room, and 1/2 bath on the first floor. There are 3 bedrooms (master king with en suite toilet/shower, queen, and a bedroom with two twins) on the second floor. There is also a full bathroom, and a bathroom with shower only (king en suite) on this floor. Hot water is on-demand. Heating is radiant through floors on the first floor and baseboard upstairs. Ceiling fans in king and queen bedrooms, floor fan in twin provide cooling.

Unlike many other homes for rent, this property is move-in ready. The owner provides all the necessary amenities for daily living, from paper towels to laundry detergent to tissues to shampoo, toothpaste... the list goes on. You won’t have to worry about forgetting anything in your luggage when you visit Gordy’s Place!

Amenities include dishwasher, washer/dryer, two TVs with cable, WIFI, charcoal BBQ grill, microwave, firepit, exercise area (stationary bike/light weights/yoga mat) and more.

Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park offer visitors a variety of activities, including hiking, biking, boating, whale watching, canoeing (kayak and canoe tours), lake swimming, carriage road walks, horse back riding, wonderful dining, shopping, deep sea fishing! Visit "downtown", sail on the Margaret Todd, take a Jackson Lab visitors tour, enjoy tea and popovers at the historic Asticou Inn, golf at a PGA top-rated course, play tennis. Kids activities include water park, miniature golf, beaches, and lots of ice cream/dairy bars!

One dog ($150 fee) and additional dog ($100 fee) considered upon description of size and breed.

***Additional information regarding cleaning protocols for 2020 season!

While we have always prided ourselves on the outstanding cleanliness of our home (see previous guest reviews) because of the increasing awareness of protocols to reduce the spread of viruses we have the following items in place to ensure and increase the safety of our home:

* Our home is thoroughly cleaned between guests with all our bed and bath linens changed and laundered. This includes shower curtain liners, mattress pads, and hypoallergenic pillow liners.
* All frequently used surfaces (I.e. door knobs, handles, light switches, etc.) are disinfected during weekly turnover cleaning between guests.
* We provide all our guests with a supply of disinfecting towelettes and hand sanitizer for their use during their stay.
* Our home is well stocked with laundry and cleaning supplies as well as paper products for your use.

AMENITIES:
Dishwasher: YES
Dish detergent provided: YES

Washer/Dryer: YES, REGULAR
Laundry detergent provided: YES

Heat type: RADIANT FLOOR HEAT
Hot water: ON-DEMAND

Indoor fireplace: YES
Wood provided: N/A

Fire Pit: YES
Wood provided: YES

Coffee maker: YES
brand: OXO, FRENCH PRESS
capacity: 10 CUP
type of filters: BASKET
filters provided: YES
coffee grinder: YES
Espresso machine: YES

Lobster pot: YES
Crackers/picks: YES
Baking dishes: YES
cookie sheets: YES
muffin tins: YES
mixing bowls: YES
toaster: YES
toaster oven: YES
hand mixer: YES
blender: YES
Ice Maker in refrigerator: YES
Microwave oven: YES
Hair dryer: YES
other: WATER COOLER WITH JUGS OF WATER SUPPLIED

Cooling fans:
ceiling: 2, ONE IN MASTER (KING), ONE IN QUEEN BEDROOM
floor: YES, 3
Air conditioning: YES
location of units: All bedrooms and dining room

TVs: TWO (ALSO, APPLE TV)
location: LIVING ROOM, KING BEDROOM
Satellite, cable, or basic antenna: YouTubeTV

Wifi: YES
Broadband: YES
DSL: NO
Rating: (basic, good, high): High speed
Land line phone: NO
cell phone service at cottage: GOOD
LP turntable: THERE IS A RECORD PLAYER WITH vintage VINYLS
Radio: YES
Radio and turntable are Bluetooth enabled so you can stream music from your smartphone!

Extra blankets: YES
Extra pillows: YES
Vacuum: YES
Broom: YES
Mop: YES
Flashlights, candles provided (for power outages): YES
Ironing Board/Iron: YES

Board Games provided: YES
Playing cards: YES
Reading books: YES

BBQ Grill: PROPANE & CHARCOAL (1 of each)
Grill tools provided: YES
Outside dining table: YES, SEATS UP TO 8
Lounge chairs: 2 & HAMMOCK
Adirondack chairs: YES, & ROCKING CHAIR
Number of beach towels: 8
Number of portable beach chairs: 4

Vehicle parking: 3 +
Enclosed pet yard: NO
Trash pickup day: SATURDAY TURNOVER
Trash bags provided: YES

Property manager

Jean Karutis
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not "child proof".
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 pet , 2 considered upon request. $150 fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hulls Cove Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Village Green - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 13 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fish House Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Paddys Irish Pub Bar Harbor - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gordy's Place—Pet and family-friendly Bar Harbor home minutes from Acadia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Gordy's Place—Pet and family-friendly Bar Harbor home minutes from Acadia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gordy's Place—Pet and family-friendly Bar Harbor home minutes from Acadia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gordy's Place—Pet and family-friendly Bar Harbor home minutes from Acadia located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, 0.6 mi (1 km) from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bar Harbor Whale Watching and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Acadia National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation

We had another great stay at Gordy's Place and highly recommend it. Wonderful home, close to the park and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and cute place

Perfect place with everything you need!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A restful retreat

This property was the perfect place to return to after a long day of hiking and exploring Acadia and Bar Harbor! It was clean with a great aesthetic and all the amenities!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation Home

Super clean, conveniently located, everything you need for a great vacation was provided. The owners respond quickly to any questions you may have and want to make sure you have the best experience in their home. My family has been vacationing in Acadia for over 20 years and this home was the most welcoming. Highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, comfortable home

Gordy’s is a beautiful, quiet and comfortable home. It’s teen and dog friendly. It’s just outside Bar Harbor Village, close to the water and Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Tamarra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb family home in Acadia

Gordy’s Place is exceptional. The home is very versatile in all amenities. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the MDI. The hosts provide everything you would need while exploring the island. I’m so happy I chose this as our home during our visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from Home

This is the best VRBO in Bar Harbor. The house has everything that you could ever need for a trip to Bar Harbor. It is like home away from home. The house is in a very quiet section outside of the downtown. But it is easy access to the main HWY.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant house in good location

The house was clean and in good shape and well equipped. We also enjoyed the outdoor space. Everything was as advertised, and no surprises.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Bar Harbor Vacation!

House is updated with great outdoor space!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful hosts and home!

We loved our time at Gordy’s place! Beautiful home, and well appointed, our week in Maine was a delight!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Gordy's Place. The location was perfect for our family -- close to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park and yet a little off in its own space. Very comfortable, extremely well maintained and cared for, well stocked, and well labeled. Anything we could imagine we needed we were able to find easily. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A., Simpsonville USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We had an absolute amazing stay at Gordy’s Place. We felt like we were at home. We had everything that we needed while were were there . We look forward to coming back again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family retreat in MDI

We feel right at home at Gordy’s Place and appreciate the thoughtfulness of hosts. The location is great for visiting Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. The home is clean and well appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Maine Vacation

Great location just a few minutes outside of Bar Harbor. Spent days exploring the park - hiking, sunrise, paddle boarding, sailing trip, exploring MDI. Dinners eating out in Bar Harbor or grilling in backyard. Evening camp fires with smores was favorite kid activity. House had everything we needed and host was very responsive with any questions. We look forward to a return trip in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasper C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent home away from home

This is an excellent home away from home. Very well prepared for our stay, we found everything we need. Everything is great condition. Even our dog liked the place. Convenient location for us to see Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best!

It was a pleasure staying at Gordy’s Place. Beautiful space, clean, well organized and Jean is a warm and wonderful host. We Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We were so lucky to stay at Gordy's Place for two weeks this summer. We absolutely love everything about this home. Jean is a wonderful host, the location is great, and the house is amazing:)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hollace D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful quiet home

Gordy’s place was a lovely house to stay in while on vacation in MDI. It was very clean, decorated really well- we loved the art on the walls- comfortable living room space, very quiet & stocked with just about anything you might need. The location was great for us. Jean was very responsive & super friendly. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Happy

This is our 2nd year staying at Gordy’s Place and we love it! The home is outstanding …… and the host is outstanding!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feels like home

This was our third summer staying at Gordy's Place. It truly feels like home away from home! Thank you again for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

SARA A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

Everything was great! We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Spot

Jean and her family thought of everything. From extra toiletries to a bottle of wine to the printer, this home had more than we could have hoped for to make our stay comfortable. The thoughtfulness extended to detailed write ups of the many restaurants and activities in the Bar Harbor area, tupperware and coolers and ice packs for our trip to Acadia, and many unique touches throughout the home. We felt very fortunate to be there. It's a trip we will not forget!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Stars!

This was our second stay and it was amazing - the house has everything you need and more! They have thought of every little detail!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gordy’s place is amazing

We absolutely loved staying in Gordy’s place. The house was beautiful, clean, and had everything you need for a good time (including chargers everywhere, AppleTVs, a home gym, hammocks, and a grill). The location is great too - under 15 minutes to downtown or Acadia. We are totally coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, perfectly appointed, a true gem!

We had a wonderful week long stay. Jean and Bob’s home has everything and more you could want during your stay. The location is great, not right in town but very close and peaceful with a great outdoor space. Every detail is taken care of and there is plenty of space for a family plus grandparents (our group). Their recommendations were good and we are looking forward to our next trip to MDI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jean Karutis

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Our family has been visiting Acadia for years. We lived in upstate New York, and spent a few weeks every year in Maine for over 20 years. We realized our dream of buying a home here, and are happy to welcome you to it! We learned from all of our stays in Maine what makes for a relaxing, beautiful vacation home, and have used that to make our home perfect for your family.

Why they chose this property

You'll be hard pressed to find another property with all the stunning amenities, household items, and items for daily living that we provide at Gordy's Place. We have gone out of our way to make this home as well-stocked and furnished as possible, so you just need to bring yourself, your clothes, and some hiking shoes! We love pets—it is named after our dog Gordy, after all!—and welcome well-behaved pets into our home. It's tucked away at the end of a cul de sac, but just minutes -- a short bike ride even -- from the entrance to Acadia or the beach. We put our heart into this home, and know you'll love it as much as we do.
(Follow us on Instagram @gordysplacebarharbor to see more pics of our home, the Bar Harbor area and some awesome shots of Gordy!)

What makes this property unique

Forgot your toothbrush? Need shampoo? Need to do laundry? Don't worry—Gordy's Place is stocked top to bottom with everything you could possibly need. It's also beautifully appointed with high-quality furnishings, and expertly designed to be not just functional, but comfortable and beautiful as well. Our home is registered with the town of Bar Harbor to provide short-term rentals (Permit #1524; License #VR1R24-011) and have been inspected and passed all safety regulations.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests