About Baycliff Cottage and Cabins
Vacation Rentals Near Bar Harbor and Acadia
91 Sand Point Rd., Bar Harbor, ME 04609
To rent, please call or message 540-535-9957, or email kevin@baycliff.com.
Baycliff
Baycliff gets its name from the 15-foot cliff that overlooks Frenchman Bay. One of the property’s main features is the communal cliffside deck, which is shared by all three rentals: the Baycliff Cottage, the Guest House, and The Pines.
The deck sits at the edge of the property and offers wide, open views of the water, nearby islands, and distant mountains. It includes built-in bench seating and a picnic table, making it a comfortable place to sit, eat, or relax. The views from the property are stunning.
Baycliff faces northeast and offers both sunrise and sunset views, which make for great photo opportunities. Sunrises are often a guest highlight. Guests also enjoy watching lobster boats and seabirds heading out in the morning and returning in the afternoon.
Sunrises at Baycliff
The sunrises are one of the things guests love most about staying at Baycliff. As the sun rises over Frenchman Bay, the sky and water can fill with incredible shades of pink, orange, gold and red. No two mornings are quite the same, and for many guests, watching the sunrise with a cup of coffee becomes one of the most relaxing and memorable parts of their stay.
Wildlife & Nature
The area around Baycliff is rich with wildlife, and you never quite know what you might spot. Bald eagles and seabirds are frequent visitors, while seals and even dolphins are sometimes seen in Frenchman Bay. Deer and squirrels are common around the property, and coyotes occasionally make an appearance along the shoreline or in the surrounding woods. After dark, you can often hear owls calling from the trees.
And then there are Baycliff’s smallest—and perhaps most entertaining—residents: several very bold chipmunks who make regular appearances and often become familiar faces during a guest’s stay.
Location
Baycliff is tucked away on the peaceful north coast of Mount Desert Island, offering a quiet, rural setting without feeling far removed from the island’s most popular destinations. The Hulls Cove Visitor Center—the main entrance and gateway to Acadia National Park—is approximately 2.5–3 miles away, while the shops, restaurants, galleries, and waterfront of Bar Harbor are about 5 miles away.
This location offers guests the best of both worlds: a peaceful waterfront retreat surrounded by woods and nature, yet just minutes from Acadia’s trails, carriage roads and scenic drives, as well as everything downtown Bar Harbor has to offer. After a day of exploring, guests can leave the crowds behind and return to the quiet of Baycliff and the views across Frenchman Bay.
Why Rent With Us
Our family has been sharing Baycliff for over 40 years, and many guests have been returning year after year. The property works well for both couples and families. We welcome pets in the cabins, because we know they are part of the family too.
All rentals are well furnished and fully equipped to ensure guest comfort and to provide a true home-away-from-home experience, not just a basic place to stay. They offer a comfortable and relaxing place to spend time with friends or family, read a book, or simply sit back and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Rental Policy
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Rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
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Full payment is due at the time of booking.
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Cancellation Policy:
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More than 2 weeks before arrival — 100% refund
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2 weeks or less before arrival — 50% refund
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Pets are welcome with no additional pet fee. We simply ask that you let us know in advance if you'll be bringing a pet.
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Questions or special requests? Please feel free to call or message us.
Kevin Nealon - 540-535-9957
Our Friendly Baycliff Chipmunks
At Baycliff, you’ll quickly discover that you’re not the only ones who love Baycliff—our resident chipmunks do too! Over the years, several of them have become part of the Baycliff family, each with their own personality. You’ll likely meet Hoover, Dyson, and Eureka, our speedy little seed vacuums, and even Messy Marvin, the quirky fox squirrel who earned his name from the pile of husks he leaves behind. Don’t be surprised if you witness a few chipmunk wars as they race each other to the food—these tiny creatures take their snacking very seriously! One of the funniest sights is when they’ve packed their cheeks so full that they bulge comically on both sides. A single chipmunk can store an astonishing amount of seed in those pouches, and watching them scamper off with their cheeks puffed out is always a highlight.
We provide birdseed for you to enjoy feeding them, along with a tiny chipmunk-sized picnic table with a bowl in the center. Some of our bravest chipmunks will even take a treat right from your hand.
Feel free to feed them during your stay—they bring endless charm, entertainment, and delight to Baycliff. Just sprinkle a little seed, settle in, and enjoy the show!