OUR TEAM
We are firm believers that life and traveling are meant to be easy and full of joy. We approach every day at Yellow House with this in mind and are here to help you create unforgettable memories during your stay. Our location, attention to detail and beautifully maintained property make Yellow House stand out as the ideal inn for your Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park getaway.
JEFF + JENA YOUNG | CO-OWNERS
Jeff and Jena are year-round members of the Bar Harbor Community and co-own several successful restaurants in the area including Side Street Cafe and Thrive Juice Bar & Kitchen. Their longstanding friendship with Sara and a genuine desire to help others has led to an exciting collaboration on Yellow House Inn. Jeff is a builder by trade. He especially loves a good chat, a cold beer, and sharing stories of his life raised on MDI, so don't hesitate to introduce yourself. Jena is passionate about leadership. In addition to being a business owner, she is also a success coach, mother and nature lover.
SARA BUMGARDNER | INN MANAGER
Sara was raised in Northern Virginia and fell in love with Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island as a child. Over the years, she looked for opportunities to return to the island, and she continued to visit. After pursuing a Master's Degree in Fine Art and a successful career in sales, Sara chose to relocate to MDI to make it her home. Sara partnered with Jeff and Jena Young and runs the day-to-day operations of the Inn. She is a mixed media fine artist and has brought elements of her work into the space. She uses her artistic attention to detail in the decor, spaces and breakfast service each morning.
Sara loves to engage and to meet new people. She is a natural helper and has spent the past year exploring the region, hiking trails and enjoying other adventurous spots, so that she can help to guide her guests. She looks forward to welcoming you!
Sara and her friend, local author Celeste Orr, have developed Well + Wander Retreats. These retreats are designed to inspire and rejuvenate, making space for guided deeper personal work while also exploring our beautiful region. These retreats take place throughout the year and space is limited. Please CONTACT US with any questions.