The Shore Path Cottage, a lovely, graciously aged house serving as a charming downeast Bed & Breakfast, is on the ocean and just a short walk into town via the famous Shore Path. Family owned and operated for 30 years by the Chester family, the painting of Shore Path Cottage at the top of this page is lovingly rendered by artist Kate Chester. She and her siblings grew up in the oceanfront cottage, and the rooms are named for them.
From your window you can look across our wide lawn, past a field of wild flowers, and through the trees to Frenchman's Bay and the spectacular Porcupine Islands.
Please choose our map link to view our exceptional location in town.
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"We return to the Shore Path Cottage to experience the
warm atmosphere, the beauty, the peace and the magical ambiance
of the sea."
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Wendy and Winston Moody, Philadelphia PA |
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Our lawn overlooking the ocean, and the
famed Shore Path at the end of our lawn and along the sea
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Located on the Bar Harbor oceanfront on a quiet street, but just minutes away from all
the action, the Shore Path Cottage has a charming interior that features large,
sunny rooms with private bath, fireplaces, beautiful architectural details and
books everywhere.
Please choose this link to view the interior of Shore
Path Cottage, and to learn more of the amenities that await you here, in this
quiet corner of Bar Harbor's exceptional beauty and splendor.
In our vegetarian kitchen, most of our breakfast ingredients are organic. We are happy and able to accommodate the following dietary needs: kosher, lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, vegan and macrobiotic.
Shore Path Cottage is the ideal and restful "home port" for your
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The Shore Path Cottage
She sits among the pines and elms,
Majestic in her stance.
The ocean to the east of her,
Beyond the lawn's expanse.
Her rooms within are bright and warm,
A traveler's beacon clear.
A bed awaits for those who roam,
There's rest and comfort here.
Inspired by her owner's mien,
She offers pause and peace.
A good night's sleep and breakfast full,
Then on with life's caprice.
- Fran Klarin, August 1, 2004
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Kayakers in front of one of the Porcupine Islands in the harbor
The Shore Path Cottage is featured in The Maine Explorer's Guide, your "bible"
if Maine is your destination. The cottage, the word used to describe the large
homes in Maine and typical of downeast Maine understatement, is a beautiful example
of Maine Coast architecture. Situated on the ocean, at the end of a quiet, tree-
lined street and just minutes from town by foot, has a highly desirable location
which allows you to park your car in the circular driveway and forget about battling
the summer traffic and still enjoy all that Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park
have to offer.
"This place is enchanting."
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Brad and Kris Rubenstein, Andover MA
"Beautiful, but unpretentious."
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Pandora and Peter Svenson, Stockholm, Sweden |
The following items are included in the forthcoming collection by Roberta Chester, "Be My Guest: The Inside Story of a B & B in Maine."
~ Shore Path Notes 2010 ~
Owning a Bed and Breakfast is like having a child in perpetuity; to my guests who ask when and how and if I ever get away, I have often remarked (only half in jest) that the B & B and I are connected by umbilical cord from the house to the end of the driveway; actually, though, the connection is impervious to geographical distance. Read more ...
~ Shore Path Notes 2009 ~
The rain in Maine falls mainly other places (but of course) than Bar Harbor, but when it does, my guests enjoy different activities than climbing on slippery rocks in Acadia National Park, biking the carriage roads, or going to sea in a kayak. Those include area sight seeing car trips, the local museums, art galleries, craft shops, and antique stores that might not appeal to their children, especially those who are too old to fall asleep in the back seat. Read more ...
~ Shore Path Notes 2008 ~
Hearts and Flowers at Shore Path Cottage When my grandchildren and I have been nibbling on too many gingerbread cookies, my guests have to make do with squares of Ghirardelli chocolates. Although I sometimes find the chocolates left behind, the cookies disappear without a trace. Read more ...
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