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Bluff House Inn

3.0 star property

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The Chickadee Room
Anchor Room
Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Dining
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Bluff House Road, Gouldsboro, ME, 04607
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Village Green
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Anchor Room

Anchor Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Lobster Room

The Lobster Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Strawberry Room

The Strawberry Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The Seashell Room

The Seashell Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Chickadee Room

The Chickadee Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

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The Evergreen Room

The Evergreen Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Oceanview Room

The Oceanview Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Cranberry Room

The Cranberry Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Blueberry Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

South Gouldsboro

Located in Gouldsboro, Bluff House Inn is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Bartlett Maine Estate Winery and Grindstone Neck Golf Course. .This beach guesthouse is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Schoodic Peninsula and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Sullivan Harbor Farm.
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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 57 min drive - 57.8 km
  • West Street Historic District - 60 min drive - 60.1 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 60 min drive - 60.5 km
  • Village Green - 60 min drive - 60.5 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 71 min drive - 67.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Fish House Grill - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Paddys Irish Pub Bar Harbor - ‬60 min drive

About this property

Bluff House Inn

Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun
Bluff House Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Gouldsboro guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 21 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on request, and cribs/infant beds (complimentary) can be requested.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a private beach or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 150

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 1 and May 16.

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 150 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Bluff House Inn Gouldsboro
Bluff House Gouldsboro
Bluff House Inn Guesthouse
Bluff House Inn Gouldsboro
Bluff House Inn Guesthouse Gouldsboro

Bluff House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 299 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was beautiful and perfect for our stay, the owners were extremely communicative and provided lots of recommendations while we were there! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan, Denton

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was small but cozy. Very comfortable and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kody

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, owner was very helpful and suggesting places to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our cabin was absolutely magiical at the Bluff House Inn and exactly what you want for a Maine coastal cabin! Don, the owner, was incredibly responsive and gave us numerous tips for our visit. Breakfast was perfect and homemade baked goods were delicious, plus the cookie when we arrived for check in! A must stay in the Acadia area and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for the wife and I to be get away for out anniversary,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our little cabin that overlooked the lake. It was perfect for our trip and they were very helpful in giving us tips for our travels.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area. Tranquil.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vasavi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful oasis - the cabin was just what we were looking for, beautiful walking trail to the ocean, private, secluded. Just beautiful!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't realize just how quiet it can be when you get away from the cities. All I heard in the morning was the sound of the lobster 🦞 boats. Loved every minute of it ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kendricks

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Bed sheets were not fresh. Baked goods are pretty tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cabin and view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elyse

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is in such a gorgeous location. It was so quiet--we rarely ran into other guests, and when we did it was a pleasure to cha with them. Loved sitting on the large porch/deck and enjoying the view. The sound does travel, so we heard other guests in the hallway and we suspect they heard us when we were up early.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa, Portland

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was very scenic and tranquil. Room was clean bed was very comfy. Host was very helpful and kind. Would have liked access to ice and TV to watch a show..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love our stay here. Don was so helpful about all questions that we had. Spectacular place for sunsets. So so many harbor seals from our balcony. Saw a whale too. Very dark at night for great star watching.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice but needs a good cleaning
Beautiful view of the water, nice cabin and comfy bed. Nice messages with suggestions for the area from the property owner. We enjoyed staying on this side of Acadia and wouldn’t hesitate doing that again even though it is a drive. This side of Acadia is much nicer in my opinion! We did however encounter way too many spiders in the cabin. Between that, the cobwebs, dirty floors, dusty walls and the air conditioning wouldn’t work correctly. When my husband cleaned the air filter it was covered in a thick layer of dust. Hot water heater was enough for one shower in the morning. My husband had to wait an hour after I showered for the water to warm up. Also for the price it would have been nice to have a microwave in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay here was absolutely phenomenal. I highly recommend it. Was able to relax and explore. Let's put it this way.I didn't want to leave. It's a must on your adventures
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Allen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice no frills place to stay with amazing view.
We stayed 2 nights. The room was ready when we arrived. There is NO tv in the room. The fan motor in the bathroom had a delayed start and may need replacing or lubrication. The window was old and didnt completely close. It did have a portable AC unit and was very clean. The bed was very comfortable. The view of the harbor from the front deck was amazing. The young man at the desk was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breathtaking Views
Absolutely incredible! Our experience with the Bluff House Inn was top notch. Our cabin was immaculately clean and comfortable bed. The view of Arcadia National Park and the bay from our porch was breathtaking. Our host provided recommendations for travel tips in the park and places to eat. Highly recommend.
Sunset from Cabin #10
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Cabin #10
Cabin #10
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the owner's hand-off approach. Honor system on food, fridge and beer. Everyone was very nice both the guests and the owners. It probably isn't a place for children as there isn't even a TV which was fine with me. The entire area is super dog friendly. If you stay, be sure to walk to the ocean during low tide it is incredibly peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024