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Bluff House Inn

3.0 star property

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Economy Cabin, Ocean View (Pet-Friendly) | Terrace/patio
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Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bluff House Road, Gouldsboro, ME, 04607
  • Place, Bartlett Maine Estate Winery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Grindstone Neck Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Schoodic Peninsula
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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Anchor Room (not pet friendly)

Anchor Room (not pet friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blueberry Room (not pet friendly)

Blueberry Room (not pet friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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The Chickadee Room (not pet friendly)

The Chickadee Room (not pet friendly)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

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The Cranberry Room (not pet friendly)

The Cranberry Room (not pet friendly)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

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The Evergreen Room (not pet friendly)

The Evergreen Room (not pet friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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The Lobster Room (not pet friendly)

The Lobster Room (not pet friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Oceanview Room (not pet friendly)

The Oceanview Room (not pet friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Seashell Room (not pet friendly)

The Seashell Room (not pet friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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The Strawberry Room (not pet friendly)

The Strawberry Room (not pet friendly)

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

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Family Apartment, Ocean View (Pet-Friendly) | Living area

Family Apartment, Ocean View (Pet-Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

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Family Cabin, Ocean View (Pet-Friendly)

Family Cabin, Ocean View (Pet-Friendly)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Economy Cabin, Ocean View (Pet-Friendly)

Economy Cabin, Ocean View (Pet-Friendly)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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

  • Bartlett Maine Estate Winery - 8 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Grindstone Neck Golf Course - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Schoodic Peninsula - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Sullivan Harbor Farm - 12 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Schoodic Point - 19 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tracey's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tracy's Lobsters & Clams - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Galyn's - ‬61 min drive

About this property

Bluff House Inn

Bluff House Inn offers 21 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Gouldsboro guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
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 communal living room, and a picnic area.
Free self parking is available onsite.

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

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • 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 within 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 100 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

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 100 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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. 294 out of 423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 423 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lysha

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At first was odd with no staff, but great spot, nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I was charged a $50.00 "facility's" fee and I'm curious as to want facilities they mean. There are no TV's, no in room fridge, no ice ( there was a ice machine that uses a big water bottle placed in the top, which was empty), a small common fridge in the lobby and very limited internet. I stayed 4 days and only saw someone cleaning a room and he was able to get me ice, a trash bag and gave me the code for the guest closet that has linens and things in it. How you are supposed to get stuff out when you don't have the code, I don't know. The last day as I was leaving there was a staff person in the lobby who was very nice. The place itself was lovely, comfortable, well decorated, had comfortable beds and was a nice distance from anything else making it nice and private. I arrived late and it was concerning that the front door is not locked and there is no staff to monitor who comes in and out. The woman on the last day did tell me that it was recently bought by new owners and that they plan to update things like the Tv's in rooms and better internet.I would stay there again if they fixed these things as I was trying to work from there and had to go elsewhere to get online. Again, lovely place but needs some staff, and updates.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kelsey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Noah

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy place, great view, clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Be warned: no heating (other than a small space heater) in the cabin. Slept in our clothes under the blankets.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Randall

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff members friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, quiet, private cabin with water view. I liked the ease of check-in (we were assigned a code to enter the cabin). We received assorted texts for special hikes, scenic locations and restaurants nearby which we found helpful. The only suggestion is to put a dresser and luggage rack (we had to put our bags / suitcases on the floor). Could also use more hooks. Overall, a wonderful stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and comfortable. Common room is open, airy and welcoming.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brant

Loved the cabin and property. As described. Beautiful view. Great location. The only thing we would suggest was maybe investing in more plush towels and maybe a pair of robes to enhance the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mason

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were looking for places around Bar Harbor to stay, and this did not disappoint. It’s an hour away, but honestly, we liked it better than being in the town. The space was much higher quality than even the pictures show. Very clean, quaint, with great amenities and a view you can’t beat. Plus the owners send texts with recommendations and have an amazing guest book. We had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Parking was so dark i had to get out of car with flashlight to find my space (each marked by cabin), no way to find rooms in main lodge till you go in and climb stairs, need sign right at bluff house road, need luggage racks for suitcases(had to put them on floor), pretty noisy in hallway Slept very well--good beds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Very clean and cozy cabin. Host was very helpful providing me with local activities and dining options. Answered all my questions quickly with friendliness Didn’t like that I had to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views from the Main Office deck! We enjoyed our coffee on the deck while looking out at the ocean and beautiful fall trees! Great place to stay, would stay again if I am in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianna

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This inn was SO BEAUTIFUL!!! The common area is so incredibly cozy, the rooms were so cute and homey, and the views were unbelievable. We stayed only 2 days but i want to come back for a whole week.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint cabin that served our needs very well. We enjoyed the beautiful sunsets while overlooking the bay and the use of the deck chairs in the morning while sipping coffee. Would have been nice to have a few more k-cups for the first morning, but cleaning staff did get us more for the rest of our stay. Our only complaint is that the access road into the property is badly in need of being graded or have the potholes filled, other than that, we enjoyed the area and the cabin very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Amazing setting with a great view of the ocean. Cabin was in excellent condition, very clean with a great wood cabin vibe. The whole process of checking in was seamless. The staff stayed in communication and all we needed was the code for the door. Very comfortable bed, and a heater was provided which worked great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great small cabins with fantastic views. Good if you are looking to escape the tourist! Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025