Captain Bickford House 'Arthur Frommer has been a guest here in 2014'

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Sea view

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Winter Harbor, ME

Schoodic Peninsula5 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)41 min drive
Village Green66 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching66 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Live like the locals in our stunning seaside community!

This newly renovated Captains Cottage which overlooks Frenchmans Bay with stunning views of Cadillac Mountain has been a part of our family for 4 generations, and is now ready for your arrival. We have carefully maintained the integrity of what the home of a Boat Captain, on the coast of Maine is really like, while providing you with all of the modern amenities. Sleeping 6 comfortably this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home features on-site washer & dryer, 3 car parking, a backyard with BBQ grill and room for horseshoes or just relax and watch the sunsets. Walking distance to restaurants, grocery store, Bar Harbor Ferry, post office, and of course our store, the Winter Harbor 5 &10.

Bring your bike(rentals are available in the area)and ride around our lovely town or take a trip around Schoodic point. This is also a great place to go kayaking. Paddle out to an offshore island or just meander along the shore and inlets. The is also a 9 hole golf course in town and every hole has a view of the ocean.

Winter Harbor is a working fishing community and summer playground. We are located on the tip of the Schoodic Peninsula at the entrance to Acadia National Park, Schoodic Section, a must see for those visiting Maine. Visit us in August and experience the Annual Lobster Festival on the 2nd Saturday of the month. Where live music, a craft fair, parade, boat races & of course lobsters are the main event and shut down the town streets for the event.

The Schoodic section of Acadia National Park is home to the Schoodic Education and Research Center. This is the only mainland section of Acadia National Park and is known for it's rocky point where during storms the waves can produce 60ft tall walls of ocean spray.
Around the first 2 weeks of August the area host the Schoodic Arts festival (check their web site for exact dates).

The Schoodic peninsula is also the home to many local crafts people and artists. We have everything from jewelry made of sea glass to Art galleries with fine paintings.

Quote from Arthur Frommer
' I prefer going to a local real estate broker, one with limited inventory that they have themselves inspected. By simply accessing the internet, and scanning the options in a town you have chosen, you have a good chance to find a reputable agent, as I recently did. He was Peter Drinkwater of the small but exquisite waterfront town of Winter Harbor, Maine, who--with his wife Sandy--owns the Captain Bickford House (where we stayed) and also finds other such house rentals for persons calling or inquiring about his main property (P.O. Box 340, Winter Harbor, Maine 04693, 207/963-2710, wh5n10@myfairpoint.net).'

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Sea view

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The Captain Bickford house is rented from Sat-Sat

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Winter Harbor

This holiday home is located in Winter Harbor. 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. Wild Gardens of Acadia and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Winter Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Schoodic Peninsula - 5 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 63 min drive
Village Green - 66 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 66 min drive
Shore Path - 67 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

The Barnacle - 66 min drive
Leary's Landing Irish Pub - 66 min drive
The Reading Room - 67 min drive
Fish House Grill - 66 min drive
Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - 66 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain Bickford House 'Arthur Frommer has been a guest here in 2014' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Captain Bickford House 'Arthur Frommer has been a guest here in 2014'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain Bickford House 'Arthur Frommer has been a guest here in 2014'?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Captain Bickford House 'Arthur Frommer has been a guest here in 2014' located?

Situated in Winter Harbor, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Grindstone Neck Golf Course and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Schoodic Peninsula. Schoodic Point and Chapter Two Art Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

4/10 Poor

Carri B.

9 Oct 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disappointed.

First, I was not given any instructions on how to enter the house. I sent messages via VRBO and attempted calling the owner without a response. Thankfully I was able to locate a local number for the owner and was able to get the door code at 9:30pm. I found a hypodermic needle on top of the refrigerator. We had a mouse in the living room. When I texted the number we found for the owner, I never got a response as to getting mouse traps. We ended up getting our own. The description did not mention the house did not have an AC unit. A couple of the days got in the upper 70’s and the upstairs bedrooms would not cool down at night. Additionally, larger individuals would not do well in the shower. It is an extremely small shower. I am not a large person but still did not have enough room. And the town requires special bags or tags for trash pick up. The owners do not provide this to the renters which in my opinion should be a given, instead they suggest buying them from their 5 & 10 store. We made it work and was able to use the house. It was a cute rustic home and the locals were very nice. I just expected better communication from the owners, especially given we had some issues.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam Y.

27 Sept 2023

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

Retreat

We enjoyed our stay in this perfectly located, comfortable home in a quiet neighborhood. It was a wonderful place to return to at the end of our days filled with adventures and exploration.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H., Massachusetts

18 Sept 2018

Bright and beautiful!

We felt right at home in this quaint and beautiful little house. We had everything we needed to make us comfortable. Extra-comfy beds and comforters for best sleep, too. There are so many places to visit and so many things to do nearby. Great restaurants like the Pickled Wrinkle and Crocker House (Hancock), Schoodic Point for hiking, biking, and picnicking, Grindstone Neck for rocky beaches, of course--the golf course with ocean views, Acadia on Mt Desert Island, 180 degree view of the coast from Pigeon Hill in Steuben, the cozy library, the beautiful harbor villages. Need to stay longer to fit in more fun times, like a ferry to Bar Harbor or a boat ride in Blue Hill. Next time! Perfect peaceful spot for a relaxing stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

21 Aug 2018

Beautiful home in a beautiful part of the world

This was a beautiful, comfortable home for our family of four. My parents came to visit and there was plenty of room for all of us. We loved exploring Winter Harbor and the Schoodic peninsula--such incredible beauty without the crowds of Mount Desert Island.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

26 Jul 2018

Loved the house. Very comfortable and close to town and activities

House was very comfortable and addition added gave extra space to relax and watch sun rise. House was well equipped with dishes and linens so we did not have to pack our own items. We loved our relaxing stay in Winter Harbor.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018