The Parish House in Bar Harbor, ME

The Parish House is an assisted living community in Bar Harbor, ME.

Information last verified: June 8, 2026

27 Kennebec Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.7 from 59 reviews

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Overall Review of The Parish House

differentiator 12 reviews mention this

Tiffany stained glass stands out

Tiffany stained glass windows are the most distinctive reason people visit.

Multiple reviews focus on the Tiffany stained glass as a highlight, describing the windows as spectacular, unique, and worth planning a trip around. Several reviewers mention specific features like the number of Tiffany windows and the way the windows look differently by day and night. Others pair the stained glass with the building’s calm, peaceful feeling once inside.

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Staff and community feel welcoming

Visitors consistently describe the church as welcoming and helpful.

A recurring theme is how welcomed people feel, with reviews calling out friendly, kind, and helpful interaction. Some mention a nice church member out front, including watering plants and acknowledging accessibility needs like a wheelchair ramp. Others describe the overall service experience as warm, including people encouraging them to come in and look around.

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Architecture and history draw interest

The building’s architecture and local history are a major draw.

Many reviewers highlight the church’s historic character, describing it as beautiful, well taken care of, and filled with architectural detail. Several mention how the church’s history connects to the local community, including references to an attached cemetery and the story behind the site. A number of reviews frame the visit as both visually impressive and educational.

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Some signage and access are confusing

A couple of visitors found the window-identification materials confusing.

While many people praise the pamphlets and tours, at least one reviewer says the brochure was confusing to use for identifying Tiffany windows. Another comment notes difficulties around making windows easier to identify, suggesting signage or presentation could be improved for visitors who want a self-guided tour.

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Features

Housing

6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Assisted Living

Amenities

Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

Side Street Cafe (0 miles)
Reel Pizza Cinerama (0 miles)
The Dog and Pony Tavern (0.1 miles)
Project Social (0.1 miles)
Siam Orchid (0.1 miles)
Rosalie's Pizza (0.1 miles)
Thirsty Whale (0.1 miles)

Cafes

Cafe This Way (0.1 miles)
Choco-Latte (0.2 miles)
J.M. Gerrish Restaurant (5.9 miles)
Sweet Pea's Cafe (6.1 miles)
The Bakery (6.3 miles)
Josie's Country Store and Cafe (14.9 miles)

Pharmacies

Walgreens (0.1 miles)
West End Drug Co. (0.1 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (13.3 miles)
Hannaford Pharmacy (14.1 miles)
Walgreens (14.1 miles)
Shaw's Pharmacy (14.4 miles)

Places of Worship

Holy Redeemer Catholic Church (0.1 miles)
Prospect Harbor United Methodist Church (9 miles)
Union Cong Church Of Hancock (10.2 miles)
Ellsworth United Methodist Church (15 miles)

Parks

Agamont Park (0.2 miles)
Grant Park In Albert Meadow (0.3 miles)
Acadia National Park (2.8 miles)
Suminsby Park (6 miles)
Lamoine State Park (6.5 miles)
Summit of Acadia Mountain (7.3 miles)
Ellsworth Waterford Park and Marina (14.7 miles)

Physicians

Cooper-Gilmore Health Center (0.3 miles)
Women's Health Center (0.3 miles)
Cadillac Family Practice (0.3 miles)
Lisa Stewart Women's Health Center (0.4 miles)
Eleanor Widener Dixon Memorial Clinic (7.9 miles)
Gouldsboro Clinic (7.9 miles)
Trenton Health Center (10.6 miles)

Hospitals

Mount Desert Island Hospital (0.3 miles)
Sonogee Rehabilitation and Living Center (1.5 miles)
DaVita Eastern Maine Dialysis (13.8 miles)
Maine Coast Memorial Hospital (15 miles)

Transportation

Hancock County - Bar Harbor Airport (BHB) (8.6 miles)
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (14.6 miles)

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