Juniper Ledge is a great location on Mount Desert Island, just 6.5 miles from downtown Bar Harbor, and 4.5 from the head of the island. Set back from the main road by roughly 1500 feet, this lot offers a quiet, high and dry building envelope, with views of the mountains to the southeast easily opened-up. The lot was soils tested for the original approval, and a well is needed. The lay of the land prevents any serious loss of future privacy, so long-term peace and solitude are secure.
This 2.79+/- acre parcel is ideally located on the quiet side of Bar Harbor, just 5 minutes from Somesville's village. An open, sloping meadow provides an exceptional building site, and several points of access are in place, allowing driveway options. Soils tests and a survey are complete, so this beautiful lot is ready to build upon.
''Toboggan Hill'' is a very appealing parcel, complete with a hand-built log cabin. A gentle slope provides an excellent building envelope, and its 5.17+/- acres offers plenty of privacy. A nice mix of open spaces and evergreens, along with an existing path perfect for a driveway, complete this first-class lot.
Here's your chance to own a desirable lot at the end of a private, wooded road in a peaceful neighborhood. Location is central to the trails and attractions of Mount Desert Island, as well as having direct access to the Kittredge Brook Preserve from within the subdivision. Just a short drive to downtown Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor, and Kebo Golf Course.
This 4.7 wooded parcel offers the ideal setting for your future home or retreat. Centrally located, you will enjoy close proximity to downtown Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, and all that Mount Desert Island has to offer. Private location with mature trees throughout, the property has already been partially cleared and is ready for your vision! Town Hill Rural zoning, previous 3 bedroom septic design and survey available.
Uncommon Bar Harbor opportunity - 85 contiguous acres at the literal doorstep of Acadia National Park. Stretching from the gravel shores of Hulls Cove over a mile, deep into boreal forest. Within the 85 acres is the 10 lot Harbor Lights Subdivision, 53 acres of undisturbed backland and a quarter acre waterfront lot owning 150' of lovely beach. Lot 2 of Harbor Lights consists of an 1865 farmhouse, 1991 barn with finished workshop & robust 2016 solar array, two 1950's seasonal cottages, veggie garden and an idyllic farm pond, all with sweeping views of Frenchman Bay, Porcupine Islands & peaks of Acadia. Lots 1-6 enjoy a varied viewshed of ocean, islands and mountains, while Lots 7-10 are peaceful, forested homesites. Harbor Lights' subdivision road is mostly installed, with power lines & poles in place. Permitting is done for town water & sewer to the 6 view lots, and town water to all 10 lots. Thoughtful covenants & view study are done to ensure maximum views for all & a high quality neighborhood. The back 53 acre holds potential for conservation, walking paths or more home sites. With you at the controls, the options are unlimited...dissolve the subdivision and enjoy your own kingdom parcel just minutes from downtown Bar Harbor. Continue on with Harbor Lights Subdivision with investment made in the future, as home sites like this are incredibly rare. Employ your ideas for another use: campgrounds are an allowed use and the site was previously permitted for a 42+ unit retirement community. All that everyone loves in downtown Bar Harbor is less than 3 miles away. Acadia's visitor center, with almost 4 million visitors annually, as well as a main hub of the park's storied 45 mile Carriage Road network is a half mile away. The village restaurants, shops & walking trails of Hulls Cove are even closer and accessed via sidewalk directly from the site. A tremendous opportunity to flex your vision in a prime location on one of the most beloved islands in America.
Exceptional Waterfront Parcel on Thomas Bay. Nestled in an exclusive, newly established subdivision of just three private lots, this rare 9.37-acre waterfront parcel offers the ideal setting for your Maine estate. Located conveniently near the head of Mount Desert Island, this mixed forested lot with granite outcroppings lead to the serene shores of Thomas Bay overlooking Thomas Island and The Twinnies - three conservation protected islands. Take in the breathtaking sunrises, abundant birdlife, kayaking adventures, and unparalleled peace and privacy from this extraordinary location. The neighborhood association is dedicated to maintaining the integrity and long-term quality of the area, ensuring a timeless and protected investment. Whether you're seeking privacy, natural beauty, or a unique coastal experience, this property delivers. A design/build package is available, with the potential to break ground soon after closing. Visit at various tides to fully experience the shifting views, tranquil ambiance, and special energy this parcel holds. This is a must-see opportunity to create a lasting legacy in Bar Harbor.
Exceptional Waterfront Parcel on Thomas Bay. Nestled in an exclusive, newly established subdivision of just three private lots, this rare 6.33-acre waterfront parcel offers the ideal setting for your dream family compound. Located conveniently near the head of Mount Desert Island, this mixed forested lot features varied topography and a gentle slope down to the serene shores of Thomas Bay. Multiple test pits have confirmed strong potential for development, making this property well-suited for a custom estate or multi-generational retreat. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets, abundant birdlife, kayaking adventures, and unparalleled peace from this extraordinary location. The neighborhood association is dedicated to maintaining the integrity and long-term quality of the area, ensuring a timeless and protected investment. Whether you're seeking privacy, natural beauty, or a unique coastal experience, this property delivers. A design/build package is available, with the potential to break ground soon after closing. Visit at various tides to fully experience the shifting views, tranquil ambiance, and special energy this parcel holds. This is a must-see opportunity to create a lasting legacy in Bar Harbor.
Located in Bar Harbor's desirable Town Hill area, offering wooded privacy in the well-planned Arrowhead Subdivision. This quiet residential community features protective covenants to preserve its natural beauty. Boasting mature forest, native wildlife, and a seasonal stream along its boundary. Perfect for creating a peaceful year-round home or seasonal retreat. Enjoy rural seclusion with quick access to key destinations: Acadia National Park, Downtown Bar Harbor, MDI High School, and Town Hill Village. One of the last available lots in this thoughtfully developed community.
This impressive parcel offers a rare opportunity in Bar Harbor to own one of the largest privately held parcels of land. Spanning 179.2 acres, this property is conveniently located mid-island, making it accessible yet secluded nestled within the embrace of nature. With five newly approved lots, there's flexibility for conservation, development, or creating a legacy property, offering options for a 'kingdom parcel' or a mix of all. The land is rich in wildlife and adjacent to Maine Coast Heritage Trust land, adding a level of privacy and natural beauty. Nature enthusiasts will find solace in the untouched wilderness, providing a canvas for birdwatching, photography, or simply unwinding amidst the whispers of the wind. Towering pines, sturdy oaks, and graceful maples populate the land, their branches intertwining to form a lush, green mosaic. Fully surveyed, the property features 1,493 feet of road frontage, leading to a back elevation of 250 feet, which provides spectacular views and a sense of grandeur. Importantly, this land is not in tree growth, allowing full flexibility for future use without restrictions tied to tree growth status. This is the quintessential Maine landscape, with expansive forests, big-sky panoramas, and the opportunity to create a private haven. Perfect for those seeking a balance of convenience and a pristine natural setting for enjoyment today and preservation for the future. This parcel has several components already completed including wetland delineations, vernal pools, civil engineering, five approved lots with septic fields plans, and a new driveway initiated for access.
The only building lot available in the coveted Hamilton Hill neighborhood of Bar Harbor has spectacular, jaw dropping views. Overlook the Porcupine Islands, Frenchman Bay, the downtown village and depending how you site your home, Bar Island or Egg Rock Lighthouse. The 1.58 acre lot already has the driveway and site cleared and ready for a spring start to that dream home design you have on your someday list. Hamilton Hill is a private neighborhood and showings can only be arranged by appointment. There are no trespassing signs in place and in force which is another attribute of this perfectly located but private area of Bar Harbor - you are right on the fringe of the action, can overlook the whole town but still maintain a great degree of privacy with the other properties in the subdivision.
Along the shores of Hulls Cove you will find Bar Harbor's newest neighborhood, Harbor Lights. Totaling 10 home sites, choose from the dynamic ocean, island, mountain and of course harbor lights views of Lots 1 thru 6, or head further back into the forest for the wooded seclusion of Lots 7 thru 10. All home sites benefit from a paved neighborhood road, town sewer & water connection and power & high speed internet brought to each lot. The view home sites are bone dry and have been cleared & chipped, made ready for your new home plans. The forest home sites each have driveway clearing done, leaving the rest for you to decide how much or how little to groom for your perfect build setting. Lots 1 thru 8 border conserved land. Harbor Lights offers its own frontage on Hulls Cove, shared in common by all 10 lots. Private access to expansive gravel shoreline is directly across the road, making a visit to the beach a part of everyday life. Nearby, and all accessible via sidewalk from Harbor Lights, are the village amenities of Hulls Cove, including 2 popular seafood restaurants, general store, a quiet hiking trail in Acadia, coffee shop & a wine, craft beer & picnic provision boutique. Just a bit further, half a mile total to be exact, is the Acadia National Park Visitor Center, with its direct connection to the iconic 45 mile network of Acadia's carriage roads. All that downtown Bar Harbor offers is 3 miles away. Take your own transport or hop on the free Island Explorer bus system, which passes by Harbor Lights in season many times daily on its way to various points throughout the park & island. Choice home sites on MDI are rare these days. Harbor Lights is about as unique as they come. Take action now to reserve your seat and enjoy the lights of Bar Harbor for years to come. LOT 10: Largest lot of them all. Giant building area. End of road location. THE lot for those who value seclusion and being surrounded by nature.


Bar Harbor is located in Maine. Bar Harbor, Maine has a population of 5,098. Bar Harbor is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 29.53% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 24.7%.
The median household income in Bar Harbor, Maine is $71,900. The median household income for the surrounding county is $60,354 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Bar Harbor is 48.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 8.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 50.9 inches per year, with 68.1 inches of snow per year.