Aysgarth Station offers year round accommodations on Mt. Desert Island.

Our bed and breakfast extends New England hospitality and quiet comfort in a uniquely casual atmosphere. The inn is situated in downtown Bar Harbor and you are only a short stroll to the harbor, many distinctive shops, an abundance of eateries and the Shore Path oceanfront walk. You are also only minutes away from both the CAT Ferry Terminal for traveling to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia as well as Acadia National Park.

Many activities are calling. Enjoy the incredible beauty of Acadia National Park or take a day trip to the islands surrounding Mt. Desert or shop in downtown Bar Harbor and sample some of New England’s crafts or Maine’s wondrous food delicacies.

After a long day shopping, hiking, whale watching and enjoying some of the area’s best restaurants, relax and unwind in this comfortable, spacious 6 room inn home in the heart of downtown Bar Harbor featuring an open third floor deck and an inviting open fire in the front room.

Start the next day with a hearty breakfast that will satisfy any guest. All rooms feature queen size beds, air conditioning, private bathrooms and delightful afternoon refreshments. There may be more elegant bed and breakfast's in town, but you won't find one that's more comfortable!

Rooms:

Enjoy your stay in Bar Harbor in some of the most comfortable accommodations in the area. All our rooms feature queen size beds, ceiling fans, air conditioning, and private baths. It's the little things that will make your stay at Aysgarth one you will remember always, from complimentary beverages, coffee and tea all day, extraordinary breakfasts, and personal attention.

Aysgarth Station - the most comfortable bed and breakfast in Bar Harbor.

Henley:

Located on the main floor, just off the dining room, this room offers easy access to breakfast and coffee. Henley is ideal for people who want to come and go throughout their stay and it’s the perfect room for those leaving early on the CAT Ferry.

Henley includes a queen size pineapple bed, ceiling fan, air conditioning, and private bathroom with shower. Highlights include an antique waterfall wardrobe, and a unique desk. With multiple windows featuring original, diamond-pane glass that cover the width of one wall, the summer breezes will ensure your stay is delightful in this comfortable room.

The room is named after Henley-on-Thames, home of the Henley Regatta, first held in 1839 on the Thames River in England - one of the world’s most popular rowing events.

Whitby:

Tucked away in a corner on the second floor, Whitby overlooks the quiet one-way street our inn is on. This cozy room features an antique high-back queen size bed, and has a private bathroom with a large shower, a ceiling fan, and air conditioning.

The room gets its name from a fishing town in England that is the home to both the Bram Stoker story ‘Dracula’ and seafarer Captain James Cook who sailed to Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1758 prior to exploring Australia and New Zealand.

Chatsworth:

Chatsworth is our largest room and features a queen size four poster bed with a huge private bathroom that offers a full size tub and shower. It is located on the second floor at the rear of the house and offers a quiet retreat for your stay in Bar Harbor.

Chatsworth is one of the most beloved historic estate homes in England, and this room gets it’s name from the home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. You will feel like a Lord and Lady yourself during your stay in this spacious room! Amenities include air conditioning, ceiling fan, antique marble-top dresser, and loveseat.

Skipton:

This second floor room located in the front corner of the inn features a queen size antique iron bed and oak furnishings that will entice you to dream of quiet places in a land far away.

The room is decorated with a medieval flair that will make you feel like Lancelot and Guinevere yourself, and is named after one of the finest castles in England. Skipton offers a private bathroom with shower, ceiling fan, and air conditioning and the two corner windows offer a pleasant view of the local scenery.

Treefalls:

This spacious and airy room is located on the third floor at the rear of the inn high in the trees, and features a queen size antique iron bed and private bathroom with shower. The room has a ceiling fan and air conditioning as well as use of an intimate third floor sun deck off the hallway.

Treefalls was the former name of Aysgarth Station on the newly reopened Wensleydale train line in Yorkshire, where Jane grew up.

Tan Hill:

Featuring an awesome view of Cadillac Mountain from your third floor windows, you will enjoy your stay in this room. The room is furnished with an antique queen size high-bed, handmade antique dresser, and the gabled ceilings that add a distinctively Victorian feel. You also have use of the intimate sun deck located off your hallway at the rear of the inn. Tan Hill has a large private detached bathroom with shower, located just a few steps from your room, and has a ceiling fan and air conditioning.

The room is named after the highest pub in England, fitting for a room that boasts such a grand view of the highest mountain on the island!

Breakfast:

Breakfast is one of the best things about staying at a bed and breakfast, and you'll not only enjoy a wonderful full, hearty breakfast, but also friendly conversation in our dining room.

At Aysgarth Station, breakfast is an affair to remember...

Jane takes pride in the fact that no one leaves the table hungry. In fact, you probably won't think about lunch until it's time for supper! However, if you really need to eat another meal and don't want to come back into town, we offer picnic lunches to take-away (please ask for the current take-away rates).

Wake up each morning to the smell of fresh brewed coffee and freshly baked muffins or breads.

Aysgarth's full breakfast includes:

• Hot cocoa
• Choice of juice
• Seasonal fresh fruit
• Regular and decaf teas
• Your choice of hot or cold cereals
• A special, different hot entrée daily
• Freshly brewed coffee (regular and decaf)
• Fresh, homemade muffins, breads, and/or cakes

We will be happy to tailor menus to your special dietary needs, please contact us in advance to discuss any requirements.

Leaving early on the CAT Ferry? No problem, we'll make every effort to make sure you get your breakfast early in time to make the ferry!

About Aysgarth Station:

Our 100+ year old home located in downtown Bar Harbor, and was built in 1895. Aysgarth Station has had many owners over the years, each of which has left their own mark on the house. It has seen generations come and go; it has been a private residence and for many years provided room and board for the Greyhound Bus Drivers who came and went throughout the years and now provides guests with wonderful accommodations in a casual and comfortable atmosphere.

Aysgarth Station gets its unique name from one of the prettiest locations anywhere, (except for Bar Harbor, of course!). The small town of Aysgarth is located in Yorkshire, England, where Jane grew up and spent many wonderful summer vacations.

The inn offers wonderfully comfortable rooms, full hearty breakfasts and delightful afternoon refreshments. We have six unique guest rooms all with queen beds and air conditioning; all located just minutes from beautiful Acadia National Park. Aysgarth Station offers gracious and unpretentious personalized service to make every guest feel special.

Our charming inn is right downtown on a quiet side street, located conveniently close to Bar Harbor's busy waterfront, shops, restaurants, a classic Art Deco movie theater and the winding Shore Path walk; which wraps around the oceanfront and the remaining ‘cottages’ from days gone by.

Relax and unwind on the front porch in our comfy rocking chairs, the third floor sun deck, or in the evening in front of the fireplace. Review your day with the other guests, the innkeepers, play with our three cats, XB, Warwick, and Asticou, or plan tomorrow’s adventure while watching a New England sunset.

Things To Do in Bar Harbor & Acadia:

Set sail on the sea chasing whales; or just around Bar Harbor's Frenchman's Bay chasing sunsets on a 4 masted schooner. Play golf on the oldest course in the US. Shop 'till you drop in one of many galleries, antique stores and unique shops in downtown Bar Harbor, or dine in one of the area’s more than 50 restaurants offering everything from rustic lobster pounds to elegant 5 star quality fine dining.

The list of leisure time activities is endless.

Be in the heart of Acadia National Park, the crown jewel of Maine, and hike on one of the 120 miles of trails to the top of Cadillac Mountain, the tallest on the Eastern Seaboard. Be the first in the US to see the sun rise that day, or bike on more than 50 miles of carriage roads built at the turn of the century by John D. Rockefeller and dedicated to bikers, horseback riders walkers, and snowmobiles.

Aysgarth Station is located a short distance from Acadia National Park, and is ideally located downtown in historic Bar Harbor to allow you to enjoy the island’s offerings. It’s near the Ferry to Nova Scotia, whale watching, deep sea fishing boats, scenic daytime and sunset cruises, puffin and dolphin cruises, kayaking, sailing, canoeing, biking, rock climbing, picnicking, walks along ocean beaches and lakes.

In town, there is an art deco theater, quaint craft, art, antique, and many gift shops. The waterfront bustles with fishing boats and is a frequent cruise ship port.

Autumn is the most spectacular season of the year. Luminous shades of red, orange, yellow, and brown replace the greens of summer as crowds dwindle and everything on the island becomes a little less hurried. Take a day for a hike in Acadia where you can sit upon a rocky mountain trail on a sunny and clear-blue day and eat a picnic lunch while enjoying the endless view of the ocean and the Maine coast. Take a scenic drive and watch the lobster fishermen go about their daily chores. Activity in Bar Harbor continues through mid-October with far less rush than the summer months.

At night, sit on the deck, wrapped in a comfortable sweater, and look above for hours. The stars shine from above on crisp, cool nights, and you can enjoy the sounds of nearby Frenchman's Bay at Aysgarth Station.

Spend a Thanksgiving or a Christmas holiday at Aysgarth Station; or any other time you feel like making your visit to Bar Harbor a special occasion. Settle in with an enjoyable book and good friends, or take a walk on one of the park’s many carriage trails, within minutes of the cottage. Bring skis, skates, snowshoes, snowmobile, or take a drive around the island viewing all of its natural beauty in winter.

Just some of the activities available to you on the island and in the park:

• Golf
• Skiing
• Bicycling
• Puffin Cruises
• Ocean kayaking
• Horseback riding
• Hiking and climbing
• Whale watch cruises
• See a movie in the antique art deco theatre
• Sample fare from one of the three area micro-breweries

Directions:

• After crossing onto the island, at the first light, bear left.
• After passing the entrance to Acadia National Park (approximately 10 miles), you are almost to Bar Harbor.
• Turn left onto Cottage Street and go about 4 blocks until you come to Roberts Avenue, (American Legion Post on corner).
• Turn right on Roberts, and Aysgarth Station is on your left, approximately 2/3 of the way up the street.