A private getaway by the sea with ocean views and close to town.

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6191 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Explore the area

Southwest Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park4 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center19 min drive
Asticou Azalea Garden21 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Master bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Powder room

Toilet

Upstairs full bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs half bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Located on a quiet private driveway, Spruce Cottage is nestled in the woods with a partial ocean view. It is a 1936 cape style 2,052 square foot home with lots of charm and functionality. In 2023 the kitchen was renovated and updated with new appliances making it very well equipped for all your cooking needs. The home has a large master bedroom downstairs with a vaulted ceiling and new bathroom in 2018. Off the master bedroom there is a newly added office and updated powder room. Upstairs there are two twin bedrooms with one full and one half bath. There's a wood burning fireplace in the living room as well as a fire pit for those chilly nights. A new screened in porch was built in 2023 adding to the existing front and rear decks for your outdoor relaxation and enjoyment.

The property is within walking distance to the center of town, Beal's Lobster Pier, and The Claremont Hotel. It is only a short drive from hiking trails, Acadia National Park, and Bar Harbor. There is also a path for shore access offering something for everyone. Come enjoy our summer retreat as much as we have!

Property manager

Jessica Buchanan

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

$100 non-refundable deposit per pet

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

$400 security deposit for damages and excess cleaning to be returned 10 days after departure.

$175 Cleaning Fee

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 4 min drive
Echo Lake Beach - 7 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 19 min drive
Asticou Azalea Garden - 21 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 34 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

Jordan Pond House Restaurant - 31 min drive
Tan Turtle Tavern - 23 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 10 min walk
Thurston's Lobster Pound - 10 min drive
Colonel's Restaurant - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A private getaway by the sea with ocean views and close to town. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at A private getaway by the sea with ocean views and close to town.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A private getaway by the sea with ocean views and close to town.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A private getaway by the sea with ocean views and close to town. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

22 August 2023

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

Wonderful!!

Spruce cottage exceeded our expectations! It is a lovely home in a peaceful location and has everything you might need for a lovely vacation. I would highly recommend staying here to family and friends and we hope to return !

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry H., Shelby Twp USA

14 June 2023

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

Early Summer Idyll

We enjoyed our three weeks at the Spruce Cottage in late May and early June before the tourist season peaks! The weather was cool and great for outdoor walks. The house is amazing with a newly remodeled kitchen outfitted with all the equipment to cook anything you want. There is an outdoor grill on the new deck off the kitchen with a new outdoor screened porch. The home is within easy walking distance to the shops and restaurants in Southwest Harbor and to the causeway. There is a view of the ocean and it is lovely to sit on the original deck off the living/dining room. This was our second stay here and we hope to return many more times. We love staying on the quiet side of Mount Mount Desert Island and its easy access to Acadia.

Stayed 21 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica L.

18 October 2022

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

Quiet rental

Great location, quiet rental. Spacious master bed and bath on first floor. Private and enjoyed being so close to the lobster pound. Would stay again.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia O.

10 October 2022

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

Wonderful home for our Maine vacation

I traveled to Maine with my spouse and 3 family members. The house was perfect for our trip. It was close to Acadia, Bangor, Bar Harbor and a few other places we visited. There was plenty of room to build puzzles, read, and relax. Jessica responded quickly to every question we had. I would definitely recommend this house to anyone looking to stay in this area.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

13 September 2022

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

Great stay!

Spruce Cottage was a great home base for my family during our week on MDI. Jessica's home was well-stocked with everything we needed and had a great location in Southwest Harbor.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022