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Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage
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Tucked away near Acadia National Park, Bay Meadow Cottages offer an intimate retreat. Each cozy cottage features a private bathroom, kitchenette with essentials, and a peaceful sitting area with deck access. Enjoy waterfront ocean beach access and seating areas or explore the shared outdoor kitchen.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 222 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
- Barbecue
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About this property
Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage
- Cottage Colony at Bay Meadow Cottages.
Cottages are designed for a maximum of two guests.
www.baymeadowcottages.com
5 min to Acadia National Park entrance.
10 minutes to Bar Harbor
To ensure that all guests seeking a quieter getaway and are able to enjoy a tranquil experience, no children under 12 or pets are permitted.
This cottage is 220 sq ft with bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, and small sitting area and deck.
Free Parking.
Single Queen Bed.
Bathroom is private with a tub/shower and the kitchenette is furnished with a small refrigerator, microwave, toaster, tea/coffee kettle, and hotplate.
Utensils, dishes, glasses and cooking pots are provided. Cottage has a picnic table, heat, and air conditioning.
Linens and Towels provided.
Shared outdoor kitchen with grills (charcoal & propane) & lobster cooker.
Historical Barn/Common Space
Amenities: Waterfront Ocean Beach Access and Seating Area, Onsite Paddle Boards, High Speed WiFi, In Room Locally Roasted Coffee, Bath Products, Shared Camp Fire Rings, (Firewood included), Experienced Concierge, On-Site Espresso Bar, Homemade Ice Cream & Blueberry Pie (Cash/Venmo)
No smoking in cottage or shared spaces.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Kitchenette
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Charcoal grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Printer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- No lift (single-level property)
- Single level property
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Visual alarms in hallways
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Concierge services
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a village
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycle parking
- Bicycle storage
- Kayak
- Paddleboard
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- At least 80% of food locally-sourced
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Bicycle parking
- Bicycle storage
- Composting
- Garden
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Local artist showcase
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
- Property does not allow children
- Recycling
- Towels (changed on request)
- Unit size: 240 square feet
- Water-efficient toilets
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Quiet Time 10 pm-8am EST
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property welcomes adults only
Events
No events allowed
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Bar Harbor, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking. Visit our Bar Harbor travel guide
View more Cottages in Bar HarborBar Harbor, ME
What's nearby
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center5 min drive - 5.8 km
Acadia National Park8 min drive - 11.2 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co10 min drive - 11.5 km
Cadillac Mountain23 min drive - 19.7 km- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
- Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)12 min drive
Restaurants
- Aloha10 min drive
- Shell11 min drive
- Mother's Kitchen/Coffee Matter8 min drive
- Island Take Out7 min drive
- Atlantic Brewing Company8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront Cottage at Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor/Laughing Gull Cottage located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Garland Farm. Acadia National Park and Bubble Rock are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Joanna H.
18 Sept 2024
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