Fully appointed, spacious Home in Maine Island village off Acadia Nat'l Park

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Explore the area

Swans Island, ME

Spindle Cove2 min drive
Acadia National Park76 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)89 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center95 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Fourth Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Completely updated four bedroom, 2 bathroom Victorian home with open floor plan and expansive deck overlooking Burnt Coat Harbor. A newly installed kitchen with Bosch appliances, KraftMaid cabinetry and cork flooring make cooking and entertaining a pleasure. The Saber gas grill is right outside the kitchen door! Both bathrooms have large showers. The second floor bath has double sinks and the high efficiency ASKO washer and dryer. The first floor bath is adjacent to the study which can be converted into a fifth bedroom. 550 count damask linens, spa towels, Mrs Meyers hand soap and dish soap, and bath soap are provided. A Swan's Island stay - whether for vacation or a fresh opportunity to work from home - is a haven from the storm. Sit on the deck and read while watching lobster boats come and go and 3 masted schooners come in to moor for the evening. If more adventurous explore one of the hiking trails or swim at Fine Sand Beach. For even more adventures it is a short ferry ride for a day trip to Acadia National Park with its extensive hiking and carriage trails, and tours and excursions. Stay connected on the island with the smart TV and wireless internet. Swans Island maintains its calm and peaceful ambience because there are no liquor stores, bars, restaurants, or movie theaters on the Island. The pictures say it all.

Property manager

John Gunnison Wiseman

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lb per pet

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

We require a 6 hour window to clean between guests. Check-in is 3PM and check-out is 10AM. Please do not request either early check-in or check-out.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Swans Island

This holiday home is located in Swans Island. Wendell Gilley Museum and Blue Heron Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Stonington Opera House. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

Swans Island, ME

What's nearby

Spindle Cove - 2 min drive
Southwest Cove - 2 min drive
Acadia National Park - 76 min drive
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 77 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 95 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

Swan's Island Tea Room - 4 min walk
Swans Island Fishermens Co-Op Pound - 8 min walk
Boathouse Gifts & Take Out - 4 min walk
Captain's Galley - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fully appointed, spacious Home in Maine Island village off Acadia Nat'l Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Fully appointed, spacious Home in Maine Island village off Acadia Nat'l Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully appointed, spacious Home in Maine Island village off Acadia Nat'l Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fully appointed, spacious Home in Maine Island village off Acadia Nat'l Park located?

This family-friendly Swans Island holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Southwest Cove, Spindle Cove and Schooner Cove. East Cove and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

9 September 2023

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

Great Place!

We loved our stay on Swan Island. It was better than we expected. The house is great and the location is amazing. The 4 bedrooms are large and comfortable. There’s only one bathroom upstairs and one down, but it wasn’t an issue. The only item I’d note is that the stairs are very steep so not good for someone with issues, but I think there’s a sofa bed on the first floor. Also, no air conditioning but there are lots of fans in case it’s hot. Our host was very responsive and extremely helpful and the house was very well equipped. We bought lobsters at the co-op several times…just walked down the hill, a 2 min walk. We brought most of our food for the week, but went to the little store for a few items…it’s very well stocked. We went out with the lobsterman our host recommended and that was fun and interesting. We hiked and our favorite hike was a new one across from the little store. If you’re looking for a real Maine experience without the crowds, this is a terrific choice.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

13 August 2023

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

A perfect stay

This home is delightful, clean and spacious, and the location is fantastic. The cook’s kitchen and wrap-around deck are exactly as pictured and a real treat. There are even pots and tools to cook and eat fresh lobster — which you can buy right off the boats at the co-op at the bottom of the hill. The layout of the home is great and easily accommodated our party of 5 adults — 2 of whom comfortably worked remotely during our stay. John is a wonderful host and is easy to reach. He also provides a lot of well-organized and helpful information in advance of the stay. One minor detail to note — the lobster co-op mentioned above is a working business and a vital part of the island. There is almost continuous generator noise that we found easy to block out, but this may not be for you if you are looking for a completely quiet venue. We really loved our visit and plan to stay at this lovely home again next summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

22 July 2023

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

Fabulous

We just loved loved loved everything about our stay at The Wiseman house!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B., Elizabethtown, KY

6 September 2022

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

Great location

Wonderful porch to enjoy a view of the harbor, comfortable house, and very convenient to purchase fresh lobster. The host was easy to contact and helpful. We enjoyed our stay very much!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meggie C.

27 August 2022

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

An escape from it all

This property, like Swans Island, is an amazing escape. Beautifully appointed and others have noted, far and away the most well stocked kitchen. A cook and bakers delight! The views are stunning . This is a busier corner of the island with lobster boats coming and going from the Co-op at the bottom of the hill. But busy is a relative term! We enjoyed watching the boats come and go. Everyone is so inviting on the island - and Bob is so accommodating and quick to reply. TIMS is shockingly stocked for its 600sq ft. That said we were glad we stocked up on pantry items before we came. The pizza was a treat from TIMs (wed and Friday - book at least 2 days in advance!). We also loved the hike along the trailhead that is across from TIMS, the boat cruise with Jason Joyce, and the lighthouse tour isn’t to be missed! One note for others - if you’d like to go to Acadia for the day plan to book a round trip with your car in advance. We didn’t (hoping to use the Island Shuttle) and found the shuttle schedule did not align in ways to make it feasible. All round trip reservations were booked and given the lines for the ferry we didn’t want to risk not getting back in the evening! In the end, we didn’t feel like we missed out - the island is it’s own special treat to be savored!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Gunnison Wiseman

My parents purchased this home as a vacation home. As a child I spent every summer on Swans Island.

Why they chose this property

Since 2002 Roxanne and John have improved on what was already a wonderfully situated house overlooking a working harbor. We replaced windows, doors, baths, porch, deck, and this year put in a new kitchen. We love spending time on the island and in the home. There is no better place to simply relax and be with friends and family.

What makes this property unique

A perfect place for social distancing. Plenty of private deck space for outdoor work or relaxation. Escape your crowded apartment. Reliable internet for working from "home".

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