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The Cottage is in a quiet, rural central location, close to Acadia and only minutes from downtown shops, and restaurants.
Welcome to your vacation home away from home in Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The Carriage House Cottage at Westard Farm, an authentic Maine experience, borders conservation land protected by Acadia. This cozy, clean, and affordable getaway retreat offers rustic post and beam accommodations along with the latest comforts, including free wifi and good cell signal. Centrally located on land that was once a farm, you’ll enjoy superior privacy in a quiet rural setting with a fantastic view of the sunset behind distant Blue Hill Mountain. You are only minutes from downtown and the park, which allows you to save on gasoline! The free Acadia shuttle bus can stop right at the end of the drive.
Step inside and admire the rugged cedar and hemlock beams that extend high to the pine board ceiling in the living area. Large windows and a full-size patio door to the covered porch provide views of ancient apple trees and a small field where white-tailed deer come to fatten up in the fall. The sounds of whippoorwills and woodcock can be heard at dusk, and frequently the call of coyotes resonates from the nearby valley.
The Carriage House at Westard Farm, comes fully furnished with everything you need for a relaxing, memorable stay. It's the perfect honeymoon retreat! Our central location is ideal for launching your hiking, biking, wildlife watching, or paddling trips. This cottage, situated approximately 150 feet from the main private residence on what was once an abandoned farm, features an unattached garage in between.
The clean, airy Cottage includes a living room with a gas log fireplace, a sofa, chairs, a dining table, a TV, and a whisper-quiet heat pump for both warmth and air conditioning. The ground floor bedroom boasts a queen-size bed and bureau, along with hanging space for clothes, a ceiling fan, and its own heater. There’s also a fold-down full-size futon in the living area. Our maximum occupancy is two adults. The bathroom, accessed via the bedroom, includes a vanity sink, a toilet, and a shower with plenty of hot water. One set of linens and towels is provided for the week.
You'll find a fully-equipped kitchenette with a two-burner gas cooktop, microwave oven, toaster, coffee maker, full-size fridge/freezer, compact sink, dishes, utensils, pots, and pans. Although there is no oven, a gas grill is available on the porch/patio, which is furnished with chairs for relaxing outdoors. Overhead, there’s a cozy reading loft. The cottage is also stocked with books and videos about the area's natural and human history, perfect for your downtime.
This cozy cabin offers free, robust wireless broadband internet, and a smart TV equipped with Hulu Live and streaming capabilities, also allowing you to access your Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Prime, and other accounts, along with a DVD/VCR player. Please note that no smoking or vaping is allowed on the property.
There is a fire pit (wood provided) and an Adirondack-style leanto with picnic table and patio, string lights and water, in the woods, down a short nature trail from the cottage.
We have extra device chargers and connection cables for most major brands of phones and tablets. Guests can also enjoy a free canoe to use on area lakes and streams, plus car-top gear for easy transportation. Additionally, there is covered, secure outdoor bicycle storage with an outdoor outlet for recharging eBikes (please bring your charger).
While there are no direct cameras within or around the cottage, there are some outside WiFi wildlife cameras positioned at the main house and along our trails, which do not overlook guest spaces or areas. Check our Facebook page for the latest deer, raccoon, coyote, porcupine and occasionally a black bear videos.
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The Carriage House Cottage in Bar Harbor, Maine, will be open in 2027 following our usual schedule, allowing for additional deep cleaning between party bookings. Our rental periods run from 2 p.m. Sunday to 10 a.m. Saturday, with a rate of $1,349 and discounts available for multiple weeks and returning guests. (Please email for details.) Please note that Maine has a 9 percent lodging tax.
We exclusively rent from Sunday to Saturday, accommodating a maximum of two guests. By booking directly through this site, you can save nearly $200 in AirBnB fees. See details below.
AVAILABILITY
The 2027 calendar for the Cottage will open in February after our numerous returning guests have a chance to reserve their traditional weeks. If you are new guests interested in being placed on our waitlist for when the calendar opens up in February, please email us anytime. Or check back to see availability below. To save hundreds over AirBnB at any time of year, contact us directly through this site. earl.brechlin@gmail.com
MAY
29-30 RESERVED
JUNE
May 30-June 5 RESERVED
6-12 Available
13-19 Available
20-26 Available
JULY
June 27-July 3 Available
4-10 Available
11-17 Available
18-24 Available
25-31 Available
AUGUST
1-7 Available
8-14 Available
15-21 Available
22-28 Available
SEPTEMBER
Aug. 29-Sept. 4 Available
5-11 Available
12-18 Available
19-25 Available
OCTOBER
Sept. 26-Oct. 2 Available
3-9 Available
10-16 Available
17-23 Available
24-30 Available
Click here or email us to check the most current availability. If you find an open week you'd like, please email us (earl.brechlin@gmail.com) for a direct reservation. We continue to offer even deeper discounts for our returning guests as well as for multiple week rentals. If a week is taken and you're interested in being on our cancellation list for 2027 do not hesitate to reach out with any questions at: earl.brechlin@gmail.com.
Experience the charm of Bar Harbor, the grandeur of Acadia National Park and the beauty of Maine from our Carriage House Cottage.
Earl and Roxie Brechlin cherish everything that Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park offer, from stunning views to rich history. Earl, a member of the Bar Harbor Town Council, recently retired as the Communications Director for Friends of Acadia after an impressive 43 years as Bar Harbor's local newspaper editor. He is also a Registered Maine Guide and the author of more than 12 books focused on Maine, Acadia, and New England history. In addition to sharing insights about the area, park hiking trails and paddling excursions. Roxie, a retired kindergarten teacher with 30 years in early childhood education, enjoys her passion for gardening and baking. She volunteers for the local historical society and her church while also spending cherished moments with their three grandchildren. Roxie who grew up here, frequently shares her recommendations on local attractions and experiences, all while being a wealth of knowledge about the region.
Along with the spacious private patio area, guests at the Carriage House Maine are encouraged to spend an afternoon or evening around a cozy campfire at our Tribal Council Area. Many of our visitors are former tent campers who have opted for more comfortable accommodations while wishing to avoid the pricey and crowded hotels in town. The Tribal Council Area features seasonal running water, an Adirondack-style shelter, a picnic table, string lights, and an ample supply of firewood. Note: It is illegal to bring out of state firewood into Maine.
You can use the handy form below or email us at earl.brechlin@gmail.com. For inquiries about our Bar Harbor cabins for rent, please call 207-288-4859 or text 207-266-0518.