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Bass Cottage Inn

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  • Located in a peaceful enclave just steps from the water in the heart of scenic Bar Harbor. Enjoy our impeccable hospitality and casual elegance.

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  • Inn Details

    Historic yet fresh. Elegant yet casual. Central yet serene. Originally built in 1885, this great house has just been lovingly restored. A stylish 10 guest room inn in a peaceful enclave minutes from Acadia, the waterfront, restaurants and shopping. The style is creative and elegant – without Victorian clichés. Each king/queen suite features private bath; many have fireplaces & whirlpools. Enjoy gourmet breakfasts including entrees cooked to order. Join us for dinner at 10 Tables, our on-premise restaurant offering creative and local cuisine late May - mid October. Our guest pantry is always open offering snacks and beverages. No smoking or pets. Parking. Free WiFI. The Inn is open mid May to end of October.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Food, wine, international travel

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Italian

    • Spanish


    Features

    Type:

    • Country Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • 10 Tables - fine dining restaurant

    • boutique hotel service and amenities

    • quiet but central location in Bar Harbor

    • romantic getaways and honeymoons

    • small family weddings

    • stylish decor

    • Antiques/decor

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Library

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Ceiling fans

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Piano

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wet bar

    Other Amenities:

    • 24 Hour guest pantry access

    • Early riser coffee service

    • DVD lending library

    • Wireless high-speed Internet access

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  • Room 1

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $240/$270

    A dreamy, soothing retreat on our main level offering easy access. Features a lovely queen bed with fluffy pillows and duvet, fireplace, and full bath with shower/tub. Wheelchair accessible.

    Room 2

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $260/$320

    This bright, spacious and tasteful room features a king cast iron bed with silk English-style canopy and bath with tiled shower. Fresh, sunny, elegant & stylish; your special place to rest and relax.

    Room 3

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $330/$380

    The understated vine and ivy motif of the “Cottage Suite” highlights the four-post king bed, overstuffed furnishings and sitting area with fireplace. Accommodates a 3rd person - add'l rate applies. Savor the ocean breeze form the large sunny windows. Luxuriate in your bath suite complete with large romantic whirlpool tub and tiled shower.

    Room 4

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $310/$360

    The bold, vibrant décor of the ‘Captain’s Suite’ complements a king cherry bed, fireplace, Eastlake antiques and plush furnishings. The bath includes a whirlpool tub and shower. Harbor views.

    Room 5

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $210/$230

    A restful queen room outfitted in classic tones of taupe, blues and ivory. Relax in the cozy queen bed or enjoy a book in the reading nook. The bath features tile shower and views of the harbor

    Room 6

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $230/$250

    A favorite of many, this queen room is pure Down East romance. The hand-painted artisan décor and sky blue tones promise relaxation – which is also tap in the bath suite featuring a Victorian soaking tub and tiled shower. Harbor views.

    Room 7

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $210/$230

    Our most intimate and unique guest room features a vaulted ceiling over your cottage queen bed perched in the gable. The spacious bath features a tiled shower and sunny windows.

    Room 8

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $230/$250

    This colorful queen room offers a romantic verdigris iron bed and easy comfort. The full bath offers a tub with shower and a period marble sink.

    Room 9

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $310/$360

    A tree-top corner king suite with lots of windows. Crisply decorated in contrasting tones of dove, ecru and ebony, it offers a JØtul stove, and, bath with whirlpool and shower. Harbor views.

    Room 10

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $310/$360

    A secluded penthouse retreat featuring a king bed with fluffy, fresh duvet and pillows, sitting area, skylights and window seats. The full bath features a whirlpool tub and shower for your private relaxation. This room is a favorite of honeymooners and privacy seekers.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 - 7pm    Check out: 11am

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights usually required; holiday weekends require 3 night stay

    • Deposit amount required: Less than 3 nights requires full payment upon reservation Stays of 3 or more nights require 50% deposit

    • Cancellations: We understand that your plans can change. However, due to the short season and limited rooms available, we request a 21 day notice of cancellation. If you cancel before this period you will be refunded your deposit less a $25.00 processing fee. Cancellation within 21 days of your intended arrival date will result in forfeiture of your deposit.

    • Open all year round: N

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: evening wine and cheese during high season

    • Drinks available: L

    • Children allowed: Rooms are double occupancy. No cribs.

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8-9:30am

    • Serving location: On-site restaurant

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Creme Brulee French Toast
    Challah bread baked in ring mold with a vanilla bean custard and then chilled overnight. Sliced and served griddled in butter with applewood bacon.

    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Bass Cottage Inn Ricotta Banana Pancakes
    Serves: 4
    Prep time: 15 minutes

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  • Location Type

    • Near harbor

    • Island

    • Small town

    City

    • Bangor

    • Distance to city: 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From point south, take I-95 to exit 182A. Follow signs to Route 1A South. Follow 1A south into Ellsworth where you pick up Route 3 into Bar Harbor. As you enter the center of Bar Harbor, take a left on Cottage St. and go to end. Take a right, then a quick left after the bank. This private way leads you to The Field, where the Inn the first building on your left.

    Airport

    • Bangor, ME (BGR) 50 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From airport get onto I-95 south. Take Exit 182A - I395. Follow signs to Route 1A South. Follow 1A south into Ellsworth where you pick up Route 3 into Bar Harbor. As you enter the center of Bar Harbor, take a left on Cottage St. and go to end. Take a right, then a quick left after the bank. This private way leads you to The Field, where the Inn the first building on your left.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Kayaking

    • Whale Watching

    • Nature cruises

    • Schooner tours

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

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    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We stayed at the Bass Cottage Inn for our honeymoon in Oct as a base to explore Acadia National Park. It was a wonderful inn, the owners were very helpful, you were made to feel completely at home in the inn, we loved the 'pantry' with delicious homemade cakes and drinks in the afternoons. Breakfasts were really tasty - we had some of the best breakfasts of our trip here, and vegetarians well catered for. We stayed in room 1, which is actually downstairs on the main floor, which meant that it was slightly less private but it wasn't too much of a problem, and had a lovely fire in the room. The inn is in the middle of town so an ideal location. Would definitely recommend to all.

    Comfy and Cozy

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Jeff and Teri were amazing hosts for our stay at the Bass Cottage Inn. We were drawn in by the comfortable room and cozy decor. The small touches in the room along with the treats in the pantry made our stay perfect! The breakfast was amazing and the fireplaces kept us warm on a chilly October day! We can't wait to come back next year and spend more time at the Inn.

    Perfect Perfect Perfect

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We stayed at the Bass Cottage Inn for two nights in Mid-October for our mini-honeymoon. It is the perfect time of year to visit Bar Harbor because it isn't wall to wall people. Our stay was wonderful. From the minute we walked in until the minute we left, we were made to feel at home. The inn has thought of everything. From a gourmet breakfast to snacks all day, it was a truly relaxing and enjoyable place to stay. The inn keepers, Jeff and Terry were extremely helpful in giving suggestions on things to do. The room was extremely clean, perfectly decorated, and very cozy. We will definitely be returning.

    Wonderful weekend at Bass Cottage Inn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Bass Cottage Inn is a lovely in right in Bar Harbor. The Inn was just as pictured but even better! The owners were amazing and served an outstanding breakfast each morning. Rooms all through out the inn we're comfortable and yet luxurious at the same time! Bass Harbor's location is perfect for exploring the town and close to Acadia Mountain. Can't wait to go back sometime!!

    Fantastic!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    We spent part of our honeymoon here and it was absolutely perfection! The innkeepers were the friendliest and coolest, the breakfast was to die for and the room and common areas were so comfortable and inviting. The location is also perfect - right in town, so easy to walk to harbor, bars, restaurants and shops. A real gem!!!

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