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Bluff House Inn

3.0 star property

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Family Apartment, Ocean View (Pet-Friendly) | Living area
The Chickadee Room (not pet friendly)
Lobby sitting area
Dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Anchor Room (not pet friendly)

Anchor Room (not pet friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin 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
  • 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)
  • 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin 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)
  • 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
  • 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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin 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)
  • 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)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • 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)
  • 34 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin 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
  • 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 - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Grindstone Neck Golf Course - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Schoodic Peninsula - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Sullivan Harbor Farm - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Schoodic Point - 20 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Stewman's Lobster Pound - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪La Bella Vita - Harborside Hotel - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬60 min drive
  • ‪Galyn's - ‬61 min drive

About this property

Bluff House Inn

Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun
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

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

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. 292 out of 419 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 419 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 419 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 419 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 419 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Everything you would expect .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

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

The view

Well, its the view ....amazing. staying here is all about nature but if you want a restaurant be prepared to drive at least a half hour and if its a Monday or Tuesday, well you can fast. We were in the chickadee room. Its large, comfy beds and sofa. Small bathroom. The walls are thin and the people upstairs you hear every word and every footstep. The breakfast is critical as there is nothing else around. But after a couple of days of bagels and muffins you want some real hot breakfast food. Its pricey, but then the Bar Harbor area is all about freeing you from your money. You will enjoy your stay, we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Gorgeous view, kind attentive manager, clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a view.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora, East Lansing

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Cranberry Room in the main inn, which was comfortable and spacious. The beds being across the large room from each other give a sense of individual space, ideal for friends traveling together. The bathroom with shower was small but adequate. The wrap-around deck/balcony has a great view of the water and small islands below, and we had one of the most the most spectacular sunset views we’ve ever seen during our stay. Large windows in the common area of the inn also overlook the water. The host was easily reachable when we had a problem with the code on our door keypad at self-check-in, and also texted several great suggestions for places to see, local dining, etc. Great for a vacation destination or a weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Liane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ocean view ( from far ) but still beautiful - nice cabins, everything included - BUT it said breakfast included when I booked from hotel.com , after I booked I was sent a note that there was no breakfast at the time of year I was going. I was a bit upset because I booked it to have breakfast included - all in all a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would have loved to open the window!!
Water Front
Water Front
View
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

Calming retreat

Very peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

monte

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ileana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Our stay at Bluff House Inn was cozy and relaxing. Self-check-in was simple with clear instructions sent by message, and the cabin itself was very cute and welcoming. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the whole place had a quiet charm that made it easy to unwind. The view was more of the woods than the ocean, but still beautiful and peaceful. Breakfast was basic with prepackaged items and hard-boiled eggs, but the coffee station was wonderful—we found ourselves going back several times just for that. On the downside, the cabin had no closet or shelving, only a small bench with limited storage, which made a week-long stay with two people inconvenient since we had to live out of our luggage. The Wi-Fi router in the room had a bright blue light right above the bed that made it harder to sleep. There are also no staff members on site, so if you need anything, you have to call a third-party number for assistance. While it worked, it gave less of a sense of security knowing no one was physically around. Our room didn’t have a microwave, though one was available at the main inn. The first night, there were no utensils or cups for the ramen they sell, which was frustrating, but by the next night, it had been restocked. Overall, it was a quiet and comfortable stay with a lot of charm, but with a few adjustments to storage, on-site support, and small details, it could be even better.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I liked the cabin. It would of been nicer if it had a microwave and a TV.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the area and the setting. Very clean and comfortable. Staff was very helpful. Communication was awesome. Thank you for suggestions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pure bliss.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sydney

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jevon

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast room with a beautiful view. Comfortable bed, very clean bedroom and bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

AARON

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was awesome, the sunsets amazing. It was nice having our own space, would have liked to have a bigger shower but it worked. Everything you need is pretty close. There are plenty of food restaurants on Highway 1 that are delicious. White Harbor is a beautiful place with nice dining. We would definitely recommend staying with the Bluff House. It was awesome and I would do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prashant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay in the nuture!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025