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Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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In Bangor's historic Whitney Park District, Big Red House offers a cozy retreat with a renovated master bathroom and memory foam gel mattress toppers. Explore the nearby Penobscot Reservation, Bangor Historical Society, or downtown's shops and restaurants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home

Welcome to the Big Red House, located in the Whitney Park Historic District in Bangor! We’ve made some upgrades and renovations and are excited to share them with you. Pine ceilings have been added, as well as new furniture, memory foam gel mattress toppers, and a renovated master bathroom. Built c. 1869, the BRH is one of the Queen City’s oldest homes. Once owned by sea captains and the father of a US Treasurer, the BRH is the perfect place to stay to experience Bangor, the once lumber capital of the world and one of the busiest ports on the East Coast. Visit the Penobscot Reservation on Indian Island near Old Town (about 20 minutes to the north) to learn about Maine's Penobscot Tribe. And the Bangor Historical Society down the street will shed light on Bangor's French, Irish, and English history.

At the 2600 sf. Big Red House, you'll enjoy a huge eat-in kitchen, 4 bedrooms (2 queen and 2 twin) - our downstairs office has a twin daybed and can be closed off to use as a bedroom, and upstairs laundry, pellet stove, garage, central heat, and private driveway. It's close to downtown, too! Great for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families, and groups. A hop, skip and a jump away from lobster pounds, hiking trails, local theaters, shopping, dining, historical churches, museums, Hollywood Slots casino, and skiing. Check out the Bangor Waterfront along the Penobscot River, and Author, Stephen King's house located right down the street. Dogs welcome (no other pets, please.) And enjoy an edible gift from us to you just for choosing the BRH!
The BRH is a non-smoking property.

(Note: This property is equipped with exterior cameras and any illegal activity is reported directly to local police. Thank you for respecting the BRH.)

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
We ask very little of our guests! But we kindly ask that you load any dirty dishes and run the dishwasher if there are dishwasher pods.
And if it’s Sunday, please take the trash barrel filled with your trash, to the street, for Monday’s pickup.
No need to strip the beds! Enjoy!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please add $50 per dog. Pay through resolution center. Or let us know when you book and we will add the fee. Thank you!
$125 cleaning fee. NO CATS PLEASE!
Additional guests past 2, add $15 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only! NO cats or critters. $50/per dog fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No noise after 10 PM. Be respectful of neighbors.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: No noise after 10 PM. Be respectful of neighbors.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Big Red House Lovely Historic Bangor Home
Big Red House Lovely Historic Home
Big Red Lovely Historic Bangor Home
Big Red Lovely Historic Home
Big Red House - Lovely Historic Bangor Home Bangor
Big Red House - Lovely Historic Bangor Home Bangor
Big Red House Lovely Historic

About the area

Located in Bangor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Thomas A. Hill House and Civil War Museum and Bangor Museum and Center for History are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bangor Farmers Market and Bangor Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Maine Discovery Museum and Playland Adventures. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Maine Discovery Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waterfront Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Angelo's Pizzeria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ichiban Sushi Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Portland Pie Company - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home located?

This family-friendly Bangor holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Thomas A. Hill House and Civil War Museum and Cross Insurance Center. Maine Discovery Museum and Bangor Farmers Market are also within 15 minutes.

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Big Red House - Historic Bangor Home Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 122 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College visit

My family stayed for a college visit to the University of Maine. The location was very convenient and very comfortable. If available for future dates I will be in town I will definitely stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to enjoy seeing family

Wonderful house and staff and host! Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood where we can be together!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice home

Definitely recommend a stay here if you're in Bangor. Perfect spot for concerts and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just WONDERFUL!

We only stayed one night at the big red house, but we absolutely loved it and wished we had booked at least another night! So comfortable, clean, spacious, everything we could need for a fabulous night. We will definitely stay there again when we’re visiting Bangor. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay for a concert

Friends and I went to a concert in Bangor and stayed at the BRH ! It’s on a quiet street but still close to the venue and casino.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enormous historic house

The photos do not do this house justice. It is absolutely huge. The neighborhood is impressive, as all of the other homes are similarly large and historic. The owner is kind and responsive. I have absolutely loved my stay here and I would highly recommend it if you are ever visiting Bangor.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time in Bangor

Wonderful! Cindy the host was fantastic, very responsive. Nice location. Great house! Loved the kitchen especially!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our 2nd Time

We loved the house. We stayed here once before in 2021. The whole process was smooth, communication was wonderful, house was spotless and comfortable, hosts are easygoing and very reasonable with no fussy rules. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

leslee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun, rainy weekend at the Big Red House

Property is conveniently located near the downtown. Walkable (wether permitting). Love the historic charm of this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Polly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Bangor Was the Perfect Hub

We had a wonderful time. Bangor is great to take day trips and has some really great restaurants. Our accommodations were good. We wished there had been dressers, closets or armoires for hanging and storing clothes Otherwise, the house was lovely and very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Bangor!

The house was beautiful and well-maintained, and had ample space for four adults and a large dog. Cindy was responsive and helpful throughout our stay, from check-in until the time we left. We felt welcomed from the moment we stepped into the Big Red House and truly enjoyed our “home away from home”!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We had a wonderful stay at The Big Red House in Bangor! The home was spacious yet cozy, providing a welcoming atmosphere perfect for families or groups. The location couldn’t be better—just 10 minutes from anywhere in Bangor, making it easy to explore the area. The house was impeccably clean, and the kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals. Check-out was a breeze, with a simple process that was especially appreciated after a long trip. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a comfortable, convenient place to stay in Bangor!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BRH

We were in town for a concert and the location was perfect . We will definitely stay here again and will recommend to friends and family. Lots of space, very clean and well appointed. Thank you Cindy!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael J., Groveland, IL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stately home

Was fun staying in a home built in the latter 1800s. The kitchen though was completely modern. The home was quite clean and near to the sites we wished to see in Bangor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ליאור ש.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a quite neighberhood

The house is great, it has everything you need. The kitchen is well equipped, there a a lot of rooms. The neighberhood is nice and quiet. it is loacted just 5 minutes driving from Maine saving theathere, on the way back from the show, while everyone stood in trafic, we walled back to the house ! Cindy was great, answering all our questions before and during the stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming historic home

What a charming home. It was fun walking through all the rooms and seeing the history of the house. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom towels were super plush. Our host, Cindy, was so great to work with. We stayed in the heat of July and Cindy provided fans for the bedrooms since there is no a/c. We were able to visit Acadia and Bar Harbor while we were there. Great downtown to drive through as well. Thanks for allowing us to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

We were in Bangor for the Maine Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony, and couldn’t have picked a better place to stay for a few days. The home was very comfortable and had everything you could need. The host was very responsive! As a fan of Stephen King, I also like the proximity of his Bangor home to the Big Red House. I will plan to stay here again when I return to Bangor!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pooch friendly perfection!

Four humans and one dog stayed at the BRH while in town for a canoe race! The house was welcoming and perfectly clean. Plenty of towels, blankets and a kitchen stocked with appliances that we cooked in. Nice neighborhood for dog walks and easy to get to grocery stores! Check in and out process was seamless and everything was accurately represented! Would certainly highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy retreat

This property met our needs for our recent trip. We had one night that was a little warm due to unseasonable Maine heat, but we were otherwise comfortable as the weather cooled in the evenings. The beds were comfy and the kitchen was indeed the gathering spot. We wished for more ceiling fans but realize this is an historic home. It's charm outweighed our concerns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and so unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Loved the claw foot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went very well. Great space and all the rooms had character.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We lived our time at the BRH and can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great old home

Great location, plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

j s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house.Extremely peaceful.Gracious host.Definitely recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025