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Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, video library
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park

A renovated 1880’s farmhouse in the Village of Manset, two blocks up form the shore. Stroll down to the shore and watch the activity along the working waterfront. Stop in at Peter Trouts restaurant for an afternoon cocktail or the dock for boat fresh lobster. Just down the road is the Seawall and the walking trails of Wonderland and Ship Harbor. It’s a short 20 min drive to Bar Harbor or take the free Island Explorer that stops at the Manset Town Dock. The town of Southwest Harbor is about a 3 minute drive, and has gift shops, restaurants, and a specialty food market.

The house is decorated to reflect its coastal Maine location. The first floor offers a modern kitchen with everything you need for your stay. A dining room off the kitchen has seating for six. The living room has flat screen television with chromecast to watch your Netflix or Hulu. The cottage is equipped with broadband WiFi. On the front of the house is the enclosed porch perfect for starting the day off with a cup of coffee. This floor also includes a full bathroom off the kitchen.

The second floor has three bedrooms. The Master has a king bed and attached bathroom with shower. The second bedroom has a queen bed, and third bedroom has two twin beds. All three bedrooms are air conditioned.

Off of the kitchen is the small back deck with a gas grill. The deck overlooks a large yard, and a charming terraced patio. There is a fire pit for enjoying in the evening after your day of exploring this great island.

For those coming by boat there may be a mooring available in the harbor on request.

Property manager

Ian Unger

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 20 min drive
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 22 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wendell Gilley Museum, and Wonderland Trail Trailhead. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice family getaway close to Bar Harbor
Nice property, nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
The house was very clean. Kitchen had enough essentials to prepare meals there. The window units kept upstairs cool for sleeping. Great fire pit area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
This home was great for a quiet family vacation. The kitchen had all the essentials and the home was very clean. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaye Y., Ada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quaint home for a quiet retreat.
Quaint home on the quiet side of Mount Dessert Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Location with Easy Access to Everything
Comfortable home/beds. Just blocks to walk to dock and harbor views. The hosts provided excellent recommendations for hikes, restaurants and sailing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay
Very clean place. The home was simple, but had all the things needed for a comfortable stay. I appreciated the nice stove, sharp knives, and comfortable dining room table. The fire pit in the backyard was a really peaceful spot as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Very nice property
Nicely kept home. Slightly outside of southwest harbor, but nice residential location, convenient to drive to town or southwest harbor area hikes and sights. Accommodated our family easily.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Southwest Harbor cottage
We enjoyed our stay at this property. We spent 3 days enjoying the area; hiking in Acadia, browsing shops in Bar Harbor and eating lots of Maine lobster-(btw, Beal’s in Southwest Harbor lobster rolls 10/10). The location is nice with a spacious, tranquil yard. A few deer wandered through the yard briefly at dawn and dusk, along with many songbirds. It felt relaxing. The cottage is roomy with lots of seating, beds were comfortable and kitchen was well stocked. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acadia in July
A great week with the family in Southeast Harbor. We enjoyed the tranquility of the house, but the proximity to town. The house was clean and comfortable and the family of deer in the garden was a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

corrie v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private Quant home away from home
Great place to stay in southwest harbor. About 20 minutes from the busy town of Bar Harbor. Quiet neighborhood. Would recommend staying here and the host Ian was great with communications. Id only recommend more toilet paper (maybe 2 instead of 1) in the bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acadia Family Fun
This house worked out splendidly for our family with adult children. Great location close to the national park and many hiking spots. Perfect place to spread out, enjoy a home cooked meal and play cards. We appreciated the well equipped kitchen and the comfortable beds. Fire pit area was another great family gathering addition. Plenty of space for yard games as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Southwest Harbor / Acadia Vacation
Amazing location and very comfortable house. The only things that were odd were only full bath on 2nd floor (where all bedrooms located) is in master & very difficult to find the house from the street - it would be helpful to have a more clearly marked house number since privacy shrubs block the entire house
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis B., McKinney, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location
We enjoyed the quieter side. The hikes, the restaurants, the scenery. Bass Harbor lighthouse is very close and is that iconic Maine postcard. Deer in the yard every morning. Easy to get around the area and not bad getting to core Acadia or Bar harbor. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Place to stay on Quiet Side of Acadia
Visited with family, including my wife and 3 sons (21,19,15). They loved the place after a long day of hiking. Local restaurants were great, grocery store nearby and the location was 30 minutes from Bar Harbor and 10 minutes from Western Acadia (Echo Lake, Acadia Mtn). Appliances seemed new, especially for laundry. I would recommend for a family interested in quiet side instead of Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

DeAnna B., NH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
The house was very clean and comfortable, and the location was quiet. We were there in late September so it may be a little louder during the summer months? It’s not in the heart of the tourist area, which is nice. The owner was quick to answer our questions. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Few Days near Bar Harbor
Rented this property for 3 days for the second part of our trip in Maine. It was perfect for our family of four. Wanted the convenience of staying in a home with all the amenities a house has to offer. Downtown Bar Harbor is about 17 miles away. The property is located in Southwest Harbor. Even though we didn’t get time to explore the town of Southwest Harbor we always enjoy our time in Maine! Can’t wait to revisit Maine again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Springtime in Maine
Trip was better than expected, the weather was absolutely gorgeous the week we were there. House was great for 4 adults. While there’s not much you can do about the 2nd bathroom location, it was nice to have 2 bathrooms. I would suggest MORE TOWELS as 1 per person is not enough even with the washer/dryer. Ian was great-had great recommendations for eating & activities, he even answered my text in the middle of the night when the smoke alarms went off - fresh batteries installed the next morning which was a holiday. First time in Maine, can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John Clayton H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
This was a great place to stay. It's easy to get to and the location is awesome! The home was clean and the beds were comfy. There's a nice yard with a fire pit. The kitchen had all we needed for cooking dinners and prepping lunches for hikes. There is a small grocery store nearby(it closes early) and a few gas station/convenient stores close-by as well. I think our favorite thing was the public beach access we found about a mile down the seawall road. It's rocky, so bring some sneakers. But it's a wonderful spot to just sit and watch the sunrise in the morning, or just look at the mountains on the other side of the water. Very quiet and peaceful. We would not hesitate to book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John and Cindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Backyard , beautiful landscaping
Very clean inside the home, pictures on line are very accurate. The back yard is a beautiful place to sit and enjoy nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Southwest Harbor cottage
SW cottage was very spacious and comfortable. Ian was quick to respond to inquiries. The main entrance to Acadia did take about 25-30 minutes to reach, but there were delays due to road work. Would suggest 2 rolls of toilet Paper rather than 1 for a 4 night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maine Farm House
Nicely renovated 2-story farmhouse close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Beds are comfortable, although smaller bedrooms lack storage space for clothes. nice spaces inside, including large dining room with a table for 6 and a sunroom. House was clean with lots of windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Great location.
Beautiful house. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Very nice warm and welcoming house. Very clean! We had everything we needed in every room. The couches and beds are comfortable. There is even a bunch of pamphlets, books and magazines on traveling in the area. I would have preferred that the one bathroom upstairs not be ensuite to the master bedroom. But overall we are very satisfied and would come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024