Serving the Midcoast & MDI region of Maine. Providing marine electrical and electronic equipment services for commercial and recreational vessels. Sales, installation and repair services. Dealer for Garmin, Raymarine, Simrad, B&G and many others.
A real gem in MDI and a perfect place to relax in style! Elegant and inviting inn nestled inside a magnificent 19th century sea captain’s home. 15 super cozy and comfortable rooms & suites, tastefully decorated with the owners art and furnishings collected during their faraway travels. Hot tubs, heated pool, harbor views. Fantastic and highly creative homemade breakfast, beautifully presented and changing daily. Special attention to dietary restrictions. Vegan friendly!
A New England favorite, for Superyachts, club cruises and any boaters looking for a special place and an amazing experience. The marina is ideally located at the head of Southwest Harbor and just a short walk from the village. Manager Micah, assisted by a team of friendly dock hands are very professional and will go out of their way to make their visitors feel welcome. Young kids and dogs, including tiny mascot dog Marina, running on the docks, add to the convivial family feel. Passionate about the region, they always take the time to share their local knowledge with their guests.
An offshoot of Sawyer’s Market, opened by Brian’s brother, Scott, this is a favorite on Main St with a wonderfully diverse selection of wines and cheeses. Open year-round with extended summer hours. Offers larger selection of specialty items during July and August to accommodate summer clients and transient yachts. Tel: (207) 244 3317 Fax: (207) 244 3050 [email protected]
Dysart Marina offers diesel at a very competitive rate at their fuel dock with high speed pumps. Tel: (207) 244 0117 Fax: (207) 244 7526 [email protected] www.dysartsmarina.com
Located downtown to the north, before the CG Station. Open 7-5pm Mon-Fri; 7-1pm, Sat. Closed Sun. Tel: (207) 244 7870
Marine supplies and True Value hardware store in genuine “downeast” country. Open 7am-5pm Mon-Sat. Tel: (207) 497 2778
The Island Explorer is a fantastic free bus system operating from the end of May to September. Links the island’s villages with stops in most marinas and the Acadia National Park hiking trails, carriage roads and island beaches. Environmentally friendly & air-conditioned bus, equipped with bike racks.
For unique Maine-themed souvenirs and crafts, including kites, children books and toys.
Open 7/7 from 8am to 10pm in season.
Tel: (207) 288 5600
Featuring a unique selection of quality arts and crafts by over 75 of Maine's top artisans. Second location on 119 Main St in Northeast Harbor.
Tel: (207) 288 4214
www.islandartisans.com
Well established jewelry featuring unique custom gold creations, Maine beach stone or Tourmaline bracelets. Extensive collection of fossil, gem and mineral specimens.
Tel: (207) 288-4935
Rated as one of the best public courses in New England. Located a short drive from Bar Harbor- take Eagle Lake Road (Route #233) out of town and the course is easily seen on your left (South). Classic links-style 18-hole course nestled between Cadillac and Dorr Mountains.
Tel: (207) 288 3000
www.kebovalleyclub.com
Very attractive selection of clothing, sandals, hats, athletic footwear and more. Top notch brands such as Patagonia.
Tel: (207) 244 3121
In addition to kayak rentals, they offer guided sea kayaking tours of all lengths. The waters surrounding Mount Desert Island provide a breathtaking backdrop for paddling adventures. They offer the widest variety of guided tours on the island, ranging from two and a half hours to seven hours. If you are renting, they will help you load the boats onto the top of your vehicle, using their convenient foam blocks and tie-down straps. They also provide route information to optimize the quality of your trip. Rents canoes and sea kayaks.
Tel: (207) 288 8118
Coastal Kayaking Tours is the favorite choice of people who want to go sea kayaking in Maine. They feature small groups (no more than six boats per tour) and personalized service, with a professional and fun-loving guide staff that's second to none. They've been leading sea kayak tours for 28 years, longer than anyone else in New England.
Established in 2000 on the quiet "Ecological Side" of Mount Desert Island. A small professional sea kayaking tour company dedicated to providing their clients with paddles of the highest quality. Maine State Sea Kayak conducts Ecological Tours on the remote "Western Side" of Mount Desert Island. Maine State Sea Kayak is independently owned and operated by Robert Shaw, a lifelong year 'round Mount Desert Island native. Will pick up and drop off clients, organize tours or just rent kayaks.
Tel: (207) 244 9500.
Airport, harbor taxi and car services.
Tel: (207) 667 5995
There's no better way to experience Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island, Maine, than by bicycling. At Acadia Bike, they have the equipment and the expertise to make your biking adventure one you'll remember for years to come. Tel: (207) 288 9605 / (800) 526 8615 www.acadiabike.com
The Bar Harbor Bike Shop has served the year-round needs of the recreational and sport bikers on Mount Desert Island since 1978. Local residents and visitors from around the world rent, buy, and ride their bikes. From childrens tricycles to high-performance off-road and racing bikes, Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop offers the best name brands, the highest quality equipment, and a knowledgeable staff. Tel: (207) 288 3886 www.barharborbike.com
About 50 miles of carriage roads, crisscrossing through woods and fields are open to bikes. Eagle Lake Loop, going around Eagle Lake, the park’s largest lake, is very popular among families. Trails from Eagle Lake wind to Jordan Pond, home of the Jordan Pond House and its famous tea. A more challenging trail is the 11-mile loop ‘Around the Mountain Trail’, with an extended climb up the northwest side of Parkman Mountain.
Southwest Cycle is a full service bike shop that sells and rents road and mountain bikes, repairs all brands of bicycles, and sells clothing, shoes and accessories. Tel: (207) 244 5856 www.southwestcycle.com
Located on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park is one of Maine’s highlights and a paradise for outdoor sports and nature lovers. Explore miles and miles of trails for biking or walking, and stunning peaks to climb. The park is home to many plants and animals, lush forest, quiet ponds and the tallest mountain on the U.S. Atlantic coast.
Any boat visiting Mount Desert Island should cruise up the 6 mile long Somes Sound – the only natural Fjord on the U.S. East Coast – to enjoy unforgettable scenery. The entrance is only 1.2 miles from Dysart’s Marina and it is well protected with very deep water. John Williams Boat Company rents moorings for transient boats.