Thornhedge Inn & Stratford

Property class: 3.5

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A staircase with a wooden handrail, a table with a statue, a chair, and a potted plant.
A spacious living room with a large patterned rug, a staircase, and a fireplace.
A traditional room with a round wooden table, ornate chairs, a floral wallpaper, and a large mirror on the wall.
A two-story house with a porch, a blue door, and a sign that reads "The Hornhedge".
A room with a round table covered with a floral tablecloth, surrounded by floral-patterned chairs, a large patterned rug, and a vase with flowers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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47 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Criterion Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stratford #1 (West End)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stratford #2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Startford #3 (Malvern)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stratford #4 (Porcupine)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Stratford #5 (ST Sauveur)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Stratford #6 (Rodick Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stratford #7 (Belmont Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Bar Harbor

Thornhedge Inn & Stratford puts you in the centre of Bar Harbor, 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Acadia National Park and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include a fridge in a common area, a garden and express check-out. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Downtown Bar Harbor B&B include Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co and Cadillac Mountain.

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Street Historic District - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Criterion Theater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Thornhedge Inn & Stratford

Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Thornhedge Inn & Stratford. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Bar Harbor bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
Thornhedge Inn & Stratford offers 12 accommodations with air conditioning. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Cable televisions are provided. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January, February, March, April, December and November.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Thornhedge Inn Bar Harbor
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Thornhedge Inn & Stratford?

Yep, Thornhedge Inn & Stratford has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Thornhedge Inn & Stratford?

Yep, Thornhedge Inn & Stratford is a short 10-minute walk from Town Beach.

Does Thornhedge Inn & Stratford serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thornhedge Inn & Stratford?

No, Thornhedge Inn & Stratford does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thornhedge Inn & Stratford?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thornhedge Inn & Stratford?

No, pets are not allowed.

Thornhedge Inn & Stratford Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, great food, beautiful building, and friendly hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best host in Bar Harbor, will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay at Thornhedge. Room was comfortable and hotel is well located within Bar Harbor. Staff, including the owner, are excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very convenient location and owner and staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect stay in a gorgeous property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk/owner was exceptional, very knowledgeable of the area, breakfast was outstanding serve with great detail and consideration. Great location to access Acadia or Bar Harbor. Gorgeous building.A place that other bed and breakfast should strive to mimic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Thornhedge was even more charming than the pictures show. My husband and I loved our stay. The breakfast was delicious and more than enough to fill us up! The staff were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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You want excellent service and primo location, unparalleled luxury in a B&B this is the place. Worth a gazillion stars.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, great facilities, great host, and a fantastic breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not upscale accommodations, but great staff and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great place to stay

It’s a beautiful property in a great location. Breakfast was good. And the host was very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic location and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Martha and Byron's Bar Harbor Trip Oct. 2025

Overall, great accommodations, comfortable beds, friendly staff, great breakfast and service. Very pretty old Victorian style decor and rooms are quite.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Inn keeper and room was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A great place to stay, within walking distance of all that Bar Harbor has to offer. Cozy, clean and the breakfasts were fantastic! Andy made it feel like you were staying at a friend’s house. We had a fantastic time and this will be our home when visiting Bar Harbor in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay

Entire experience from breakfast to room and staff was amazing. The host is a wonderful and knowledgable. Location to town is incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property and wonderful staff. The handmade breakfasts every morning were delicious, and the owner provided fantastic local options for food, hiking, and visiting that were off the beaten path. Absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

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Such a great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice location and nice hosts. Main house has lovely rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Andrew was a great host and breakfast every morning was gourmet like. Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

Entire experience from breakfast to room and staff was amazing. Andy is a wonderful and knowledgable host. Location to town is incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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old house but well maintained....made our stay so much more interesting
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay. Good breakfast. Friendly environment. Loved it. Andrew was a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025