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Waterfront, heated, beach 2 minutes, sunrise, waterview, pets, dock, Wharf House

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3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, table tennis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Hancock, ME
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)39 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center53 min drive
  • Popular LocationVillage Green57 min drive
  • Popular LocationBar Harbor Whale Watching57 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront, heated, beach 2 minutes, sunrise, waterview, pets, dock, Wharf House

The Wharf House is a historical home located on beautiful, serene Hancock Point – but unlike many Maine vacation homes, it is fully renovated and offers all the conveniences of a modern home -- all the while you are enjoying the rustic beauty of Maine and its spectacular summers.
The Wharf House – with its many windows and skylights -- is light and airy (with a vaulted ceiling in the kitchen and dining area) and has a modern open interior design.
Perched on a small hill overlooking Frenchman Bay and Hancock Point Wharf, you will wake up to spectacular views of Schoodic Mountain (part of Acadia National Park), Frenchman Bay, the Hancock Point Wharf, and the many working and summer boats of Hancock Point.
During the day you can watch the boats come in and out of the harbor, including the many lobster boats based at the Point. In the evening, you can retire on the front deck and gaze at gorgeous sunsets. Hancock Point Wharf is a working wharf that welcomes sailboats, kayaks and lobster fishermen.
The kitchen is large, modern and fully equipped, and includes a large island for food prep and seating for 4. There is also a large dining area next to the kitchen with a dining room table that seats 8. The kitchen is completely stocked for simple or gourmet cooking.
The first floor has a queen bedroom with a ceiling fan, storage and a large full bathroom with a tub/shower.
On the first floor you will find the living room area with a large sectional sofa and a 50"TV (with firestick HDTV). There is also a large enclosed and heated sunroom area with a sofa and a table for playing cards or games. The sunroom faces Frenchman Bay though multiple windows and a large glass sliding door. Through the glass door is a large front deck with Adirondack chairs for people watching, or stargazing at night.
The second floor has a master bedroom with a king-sized bed, and a full bathroom. The full bathroom includes a stacked washer/dryer.
There is a large loft-style bedroom with 3 twin sized beds (including 1 set of bunkbeds).
Within walking distance there are clay tennis courts, local restaurants, a local library, churches, hiking, biking and the famous "Carters Beach".
Rent a kayak or boat to use at the house, hunt for sea glass on the waterfront, or just lay out in the sun.
Hancock Point and surrounding areas are part of a Frenchman Bay Conservancy. There are turtles, birds, and other natural wildlife to experience here, or just take a walk on the beaches at low tide to look for sea glass. You will truly appreciate the local saying "Maine, the Way Life Should Be" when you stay at the Wharf House on beautiful Hancock Point.
Acadia National park, Winter Harbor, Schoodic Point and more are all within 15 mile drive from Hancock Point. The city of Ellsworth is about 5 miles away with excellent grocery stores and a number of good restaurants.
Your 1 pup is welcome with a pet agreement and $100 pet fee per stay. There is a refundable security deposit of $500
** A 3% credit card processing fee will be charged on all cancellations. Please review the cancellation policy.

Property manager

Susan Luke

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events are allowed
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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About the area

Hancock

This vacation home is located in Hancock Point, a neighborhood in Hancock, and is in a rural area and on the beach. 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. Seacoast Fun Park and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain climbing.

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 53 min drive
  • West Street Historic District - 56 min drive
  • Village Green - 57 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 57 min drive
  • Shore Path - 57 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪The Reading Room - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Testa's Bar & Grill - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪Stewman's Downtown - ‬56 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront, heated, beach 2 minutes, sunrise, waterview, pets, dock, Wharf House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront, heated, beach 2 minutes, sunrise, waterview, pets, dock, Wharf House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront, heated, beach 2 minutes, sunrise, waterview, pets, dock, Wharf House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront, heated, beach 2 minutes, sunrise, waterview, pets, dock, Wharf House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hancock Point vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Tidal Falls, Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show, and Sullivan Harbor Farm. Tunk Lake and Kisma Preserve are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Wedding Week
Thank you so much for such a wonderful accommodation for our wedding/honeymoon. Great neighbors. Beautiful property, very well kept, tons of supplies to make the stay easy. Cannot wait to stay at the Ward House in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful spectacular views and setting
Quaint,comfortable, relaxing remote
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home!
The Wharf House on Hancock Point was perfect. Great home with lovely views. The kids enjoyed fishing on the dock across the street, playing ping pong in the garage, riding bikes with local kids, playing tennis on the neighborhood courts, and looking for creatures along the shore at low tide. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable and Happy
Great cozy yet roomy beach house. Lots of windows and great view. Great location, great place for morning and evening walks. Would definitively come back to stay here. Kids loved it too. Right near the water fland lots to keep them busy on the shore hunting for sea glass. We were all sad to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
This property has the potential to be amazing but the remodeling is not complete and the furniture in the living areas are stained and old! It’s advertised as being completely renovated which is not true!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Incredible views & was able to walk my dog right out the door to the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Tobias

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
House looks great. Unfortunately, a winter storm hit and we had no power, heat or water... but Susan the property manager booked us into a nearby hotel for the first night and then had another house available in the area which accepted also our dog. Communication and service form the manager was great. Both houses were very clean and in very good conditions.

10/10 Excellent

Jacob E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house with a good view
We enjoyed watching the pretty Maine sunrises from the front porch with buoy bell ringing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessi D., Saint Louis, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay here!
I think my favorite part of our visit to Maine was the view (and the sounds - bell, birds, etc.) from the wharf house. So quaint, a little activity in the wharf area, but definitely didn’t have a touristy feel, which we appreciated. House is really nice inside. Bunk bed area is not an actual room… more of an open space. Susan was very responsive with any questions we had. Overall, we LOVED our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, gorgeous views, perfect location
My family of 4 plus our dog stayed here for 7 nights to explore the Acadia area and nearby coastline. It was the perfect place for us and we loved staying here. They even provided dog dishes and a large bin of doggy tennis balls! Pros: - Location is perfect for exploring multiple areas - reasonably close to Mt Desert Island and the Schoodic Peninsula, and a great place to start a drive up the coast - Nice neighborhood for walking/biking, with access to the shoreline near Carter's Beach (however, beware of LOTS of vehicle traffic near the wharf if you have small children or pets) - Very spacious and lots of light during the day - Lots of soft seating in the living area (and seating in general) - Very well-stocked kitchen - we cooked 2 dinners and all breakfasts there, and had plenty of pans, dishes, utensils, etc. - Ample towels - Beautiful view from the front porch, and greenery all around the rest of the house - Though there is no A/C, there are so many windows and a nice breeze from the water, that we were comfortable even on very hot days - The basket of maps, brochures, restaurant recommendations, grocery store info, etc. was very much appreciated! Cons: - Very busy wharf area - lots of cars, people, and noise all hours of the day (from fishermen at 4am to partiers at midnight) - The water has extremely high mineral content - there is a definite smell and color to it, so I'd definitely bring drinking water if that bothers you (though the filtered water from the fridge dispenser was fine) Overall, I highly recommend this place and we'd definitely book here again if we come back to the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022