Entire home

The Barnacle

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer

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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.

The Barnacle

The Barnacle is nestled in tall pine trees just 30 feet from the beach. It sits up on a high cliff making it very protected and VERY private. It is so close to the water that you will love to sit on the huge deck and eavesdrop on the lobstermen negotiating price. Just a few minutes walk up the road is a sweet country store that offers organic veggies from local growers, homemade cheeses, gifts an a huge variety of wines. Quaint Bucks Harbor Yacht Club is also within walking distance.

Vacationing at The Barnacle is like stepping back in time. There is a sturdy stairway that leads down to a private beach. Enjoy spectacular sunbathing, swimming and views of the Harbor on pristine Eggemoggin Reach. The spacious lawn is the perfect location to host a lobster bake or intimate cocktail party.

The kitchen was updated in 2005 but the cottage-feel has been maintained. Huge windows display the beauty of the harbor, pine floors, Kraftmaid cabinets and exquisite vaulted ceilings. The entire cottage has been renovated back to its original 1945 charm. Every window offers a gorgeous view and the open floor plan allows sunlight to stream through. It is tastefully appointed throughout and a couch pulls out to a double bed for extra guests.

Property manager

Katherine Johnson

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

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)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

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

About the area

Brooksville, ME

What's nearby

Great Island - 15 min drive - 10.4 km
Castine Historical Society - 48 min drive - 42.0 km
Castline Golf Club - 48 min drive - 42.3 km
Main Street - 48 min drive - 42.3 km
Maine Maritime Academy - 49 min drive - 42.3 km

Getting around

Belfast Station - 70 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bagaduce Lunch - ‬14 min drive
‪LDI Lobster - ‬15 min drive
‪El El Frijoles - ‬11 min drive
‪Tinder Hearth - ‬8 min drive
‪Dudley's Refresher - ‬41 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Barnacle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The Barnacle located?

Situated in Brooksville, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park, Great Island and Deer Isle Bridge. Causeway Beach and Jonathan Fisher House are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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The Barnacle Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Bayard B.

9 July 2025

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

Jewel in the Crown on Buck's Harbor

The Barnacle is an amazing spot on Buck's Harbor for a family gathering.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

26 June 2025

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

4 Generation Vacation

We ended up having a family reunion with friends and family members joining us for meals and visits. There was plenty of room for everyone to sit and enjoy the amazing scenery. The only downsides were that the only bathroom was downstairs, which was a little tough for my 90 year-old dad, and when the heatwave hit, some of the upstairs rooms’ windows didn’t function very well. So it was pretty hot up there. Most everyone had gone home by then, and the living room stayed fine. The couch was comfy and there were lots of fans.So if you look at it as going “up ta camp” everyone agrees that it was just about perfect.