Brightholme

Beds: 1 King, 4 Queens, 2 Doubles, 1 Sofa Bed

Once part of the Kenarden estate built by J. S. Kennedy in the late 1800s and later purchased in 1929 by the founder of The Jackson Laboratory, today’s visitors to this historic home will enjoy beautiful interior renovations and its classic white picket fence, front covered porch, and brick pavers at the street and entryway, you’ll feel the welcoming effects of this lovely home. With nice amenities and spacious interiors, enjoy your morning coffee on the front covered porch or venture out early to stroll Bar Harbor’s famous Shore Path with views of Frenchman Bay and the Porcupine Islands. Walk the entire Path or take a shortcut through the neighborhood to reach Bar Harbor’s shops, restaurants, attractions, and nearby parks and playgrounds. Head to the Village Green to catch the free Island Explorer shuttle or down to the Harbor where you’ll find various excursions to choose from. Easy access to National Park attractions and Village amenities makes Brightholme the perfect cottage from which to enjoy all that Mt. Desert Island has to offer!

FIRST FLOOR: To the right of the front entry is a Bedroom with Queen bed with pretty bay window. To the left of the open hallway with formal staircase is a spacious Living Room with hardwood floors, comfy furnishings and door leading to a light-filled Dining Room with hardwood floors and seating for 10 to 12. Between the Dining Room and Kitchen is a Full Bath with walk-in shower that serves the first floor Bedroom. The Kitchen features quality appliances as well as an Island with stools. Off the Kitchen is a half Bath and a very spacious den with a kitchenette and bar area. This is a wonderful space with game table and separate sitting area offering a large TV and comfy sofa beds for extra guests. Exit past the laundry area to a side porch and a long driveway with plenty of off street parking.

SECOND FLOOR: Primary Bedroom with King bed, dressing room and private Bath with large, glass, walk-in shower. Three additional Bedrooms, each fitted with a Queen bed, share a Full Bath with large, glass, walk-in shower. A hallway to the rear wing leads to a 2 Bedrooms, each with a Double bed, and a bathroom with combined tub and shower.

Outdoor Spaces: Lovely covered front Porch with wicker furnishings, side entry and porch, propane grill, and privacy fencing. Additionally, this home offers nice front and back lawn areas and a recently constructed pavilion for relaxed outdoor dining with seating for 12.

Extras: AC window units (not pictured) in all bedrooms and in downstairs TV room.