Sand Bar Cottage Inn
Historic charm meets modern comfort by the Bar Harbor harbor.
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Sand Bar Cottage Inn is a boutique hotel located on historic West Street in Bar Harbor, Maine, just steps from the harbor. The property blends old-world charm with contemporary luxury across its various rooms and cottages. Rooms and cottages have been redesigned in collaboration with Ethan Allen's Portland Old Port Design Center. The inn serves as a walkable base for exploring Acadia National Park, as well as Bar Harbor's restaurants and shops.
Should you book Sand Bar Cottage Inn?
A stay at a historic property offering a blend of classic style and modern amenities, with an emphasis on comfortable guest rooms and proximity to local attractions.
Best for
- Walkable Bar Harbor base
- Couples and honeymooners
- Acadia National Park access
Maybe not ideal for
- Room and cottage price not specified
- No spa on site
Historic setting
The original 1887 Boscobel cottage is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Other buildings, like the 1888 Chauffeur's Cottage, retain original features, including stained-glass windows.
Redesigned accommodations
Guest rooms and cottages have been updated with a modern aesthetic, created in partnership with Ethan Allen's Portland Old Port Design Center. Some rooms feature spa tubs and fireplaces.
Garden and outdoor space
The property includes a garden patio, outdoor seating, picnic areas, and an outdoor fireplace, offering spaces for guests to relax outside.
Daily breakfast and tea
A daily breakfast is served in the dining room, with guests choosing between a sweet or savory option. Afternoon tea time with pastries is also offered.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Bar
- Wonderful Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower
- Private Parking
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
Location
106 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, United States, Bar Harbor, Maine
Sand Bar Cottage Inn is located in Bar Harbor, Maine.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Saint Saviour's Episcopal Church at 0.2 mi; the nearest ferry pier, Cruise Ship Tender Terminal, is 0.1 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Saint Saviour's Episcopal Churchplace of worship0.2 mi
- Agamont Parkpark0.2 mi
- Abbe Museummuseum0.3 mi
- Holy Redeemer Catholic Churchplace of worship0.3 mi
- Beatrix Farrand Gardensgarden0.7 mi
Getting around
- Cruise Ship Tender Terminalferry pier0.1 mi
- Bar Harbor Ferry Terminalferry pier1.1 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.6 / 10 · Exceptional on Booking.com, from 216 guest reviews
Sand Bar Cottage Inn earns overwhelmingly positive sentiment across these reviews, with guests consistently singling out the warmth of innkeeper Chris and his team as the defining feature of the stay, alongside an excellent breakfast and an ideal Bar Harbor location. Complaints are rare and minor — a small shower in one room, one room needing a refresh, limited breakfast hours, and high-season pricing on larger rooms — none of which appear to have significantly dented anyone's experience.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 30 · average 9.9
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of breakfast is served?
A daily breakfast is served in the dining room, featuring two options each morning: one sweet and one savory. Afternoon tea with pastries is also available.
Are there different room types?
Yes, the inn offers various rooms and cottages, including options in the original Boscobel cottage, the Chauffeur's Cottage, Acadia Cottage, and Garden Cottages, with different bed configurations.
Is there parking available?
Yes, the property offers free parking for guests, with options for both general parking and private parking.
Can I walk to nearby attractions?
The inn is located steps from the harbor and within walking distance of Bar Harbor's restaurants and shops. It's also a convenient base for Acadia National Park.
Does the inn have a bar?
Yes, there is a bar available for guests to enjoy.
Are rooms air-conditioned?
Yes, air conditioning is available in the rooms.
Do rooms have private bathrooms?
Yes, all rooms and cottages are equipped with private bathrooms, which include showers and free toiletries.
Is there live music?
Yes, the property features live music or performances as an activity for guests.
What are the picnic facilities?
The inn offers picnic areas, along with outdoor furniture and an outdoor fireplace, providing spaces for guests to enjoy meals outdoors.