Canterbury Cottage
A Bar Harbor bed & breakfast with a near-perfect guest record
A bed & breakfast in Bar Harbor
Canterbury Cottage is a bed & breakfast in Bar Harbor, Maine, earning a 9.7/10 guest rating across 145 reviews. That consistency is hard to argue with for a small property. The location puts several dining options within a few minutes on foot. Brasserie Le Brun and A Slice Of Eden are under 150 metres away, and Eden's Civil War Monument is just 170 metres from the door.
Who'll feel at home here
A well-regarded small bed & breakfast in Bar Harbor with strong guest satisfaction and easy walking access to restaurants and a local historic site.
Best for
- Couples visiting Acadia
- Travellers who prefer a B&B over a large hotel
- Those who want to eat and explore on foot
Less suited to
- Travellers who need extensive on-site facilities
- Large groups or families needing multiple rooms
Location in Bar Harbor
The property sits in Bar Harbor proper, with eight dining and cafe options within 300 metres. Eden's Civil War Monument is 170 metres away, making it easy to combine a meal with a short historical detour.
Guest satisfaction record
Across 145 guest reviews, Canterbury Cottage holds a 9.7/10 rating. For a small bed & breakfast, that level of consistency across a meaningful number of stays is worth noting before you book.
Where you'll stay
King Room with Garden View
1 king bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Superior King Room
1 king bed
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Attached bathroom
Inside Canterbury Cottage
On the map
5 sights nearby, the closest being Saint Saviour's Episcopal Church at 500 ft; the nearest ferry pier, Cruise Ship Tender Terminal, is 0.3 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Saint Saviour's Episcopal Churchplace of worship500 ft
- Holy Redeemer Catholic Churchplace of worship0.1 mi
- Abbe Museummuseum0.1 mi
- Agamont Parkpark0.3 mi
- Beatrix Farrand Gardensgarden0.8 mi
Getting around
- Cruise Ship Tender Terminalferry pier0.3 mi
- Bar Harbor Ferry Terminalferry pier1.2 mi
Distances are shown as the crow flies from the property · location data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 145 reviews, Canterbury Cottage holds a 9.7/10 guest rating — one of the higher scores you will find for a bed & breakfast in Bar Harbor. The volume of reviews gives the score reasonable weight for a property of this size.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 30 · average 9.9
They wrote about: breakfast, location, staff
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Worth knowing
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Canterbury Cottage in Bar Harbor?
Canterbury Cottage is in Bar Harbor, Maine. Several restaurants are within 150 to 300 metres on foot, and Eden's Civil War Monument is about 170 metres away.
What type of property is Canterbury Cottage?
It is a bed & breakfast, not a hotel or inn. Guests looking for the scale of a full-service hotel should factor that in when deciding.
What do guests think of Canterbury Cottage?
The property holds a 9.7/10 guest rating based on 145 reviews. That places it among the more consistently praised bed & breakfasts in Bar Harbor.
What restaurants are near Canterbury Cottage?
Brasserie Le Brun is 140 metres away, A Slice Of Eden is 150 metres, The Early Bite is 200 metres, and Dog and Pony Tavern is 210 metres. Cafe This Way is 280 metres from the property.
Is there a cafe within walking distance?
Yes. Cafe This Way is approximately 280 metres from Canterbury Cottage.
Are there any historic sites close by?
Eden's Civil War Monument is 170 metres from the property, making it an easy stop during a short walk from the bed & breakfast.
How do I book Canterbury Cottage?
Contact the property directly or use an accommodation booking platform. No official pricing was available at time of writing, so check current rates at the time of your intended stay.
Is parking available at Canterbury Cottage?
Contact the property before arrival if you plan to drive to Bar Harbor.