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Precipice Tiny House at Acadia Yurts

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Precipice Tiny House
Precipice Tiny House
Kitchen
Kitchen
Open living with queen bed and love seat

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 222.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Acadia National Park
  • Place, Echo Lake Beach
  • Place, Asticou Azalea Garden
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Tiny House Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Precipice Tiny House at Acadia Yurts

IF THIS UNIT IS FULLY BOOKED FOR YOUR DESIRED DATES, PLEASE TRY OUR OTHER TINY HOUSE OR YURT LISTINGS, ALL LOCATED ON THE SAME PROPERTY:

VRBO Listing #663097 (Cadillac Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671843 (Flying Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671844 (Sargent Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671845 (Champlain Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #790508 (Beech Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #790510 (Dorr Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971564 (Norumbega Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971565 (Beehive Tiny House)

Acadia Yurts offers visitors the most unique way to stay on Mount Desert Island. Seven fun, eco-friendly Yurts and two Tiny Houses will bring you as close to nature as camping, with all the amenities of home. Located on 5 acres of lovely wooded land, surrounded by Acadia National Park property, Acadia Yurts offer a peaceful retreat for your group (up to 4 guests per 24' Yurt, 6 guests for the 30' Yurt or 2 guests per Tiny House). Acadia Yurts is also ideal for large groups traveling with accommodations for up to 34 people on 1 site.

In addition to yurt or tiny house living, the Wellness Center at Acadia Yurts offers on-site yoga, an infrared sauna and a flotation tank, all available for extra charge. Prices available upon request.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Within Reason
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Property is NON Smoking
Guests will maintain peace and quiet, suitable to the location of the premises at ALL times, regardless of quiet hours.

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
Note from host: Within Reason
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. 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.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 24 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 31 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Precipice Tiny House at Acadia Yurts pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Precipice Tiny House at Acadia Yurts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Precipice Tiny House at Acadia Yurts?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Precipice Tiny House at Acadia Yurts located?

Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hilary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was incredibly amazing. The property owners had great trail recommendations and thought of everything to make the stay fantastic. Kitchen had all the supplies necessary to cook meals in! The property was perfectly maintained!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this cute little tiny house retreat in Maine. We stayed here to visit the Acadia National Park and loved staying here on the quiet side of the island. The grounds were quiet and it was easy to come in and out as we pleased.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice property. Bigger than I expected. Lots of fun activities in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

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

Great place to stay in Acadia

The tiny house was very nice and a great place to stay for the week. We had a great visit and Acadia Yurts made it better!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey W.

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

Perfect stay

The tiny home was perfect for all of our needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackson B.

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

Great Tiny Home

Great and peaceful place to stay after a long day hiking!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Tiny House Precipice

Would of liked to stay in a yurt/but we just happened ontothis VRBO and were fortunate to grab a cancellation timeslot. Ended up loving the spot. Seemed more secluded then the yurts. The owners thought of everything.(except a bathroom sink, but the kitchen sink is fine. Bed was comfortable. And the community sharing at the red barn was another thoughtful plus to the property. Great location for exploring the Acadia area. Book it ! You won't regret it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

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

Acadia tiny house

amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina F.

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

perfect Acadia experience

we absolutely loved the tiny house! Had everything you could need, very clean, beautiful area, and easy to get to multiple different locations on the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Finding Calm

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

We’ll Be Back!

What a terrific experience! We can’t wait to go back! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan B.

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

Cutest and comfiest tiny house!!

My partner and I LOVED our stay at Acadia Yurts!! It was the perfect place to have as a home base as we spent the week hiking and exploring the towns around us, perfectly quiet and peaceful which allowed us to very comfortably recharge. The tiny house we stayed in for the week was extremely clean and the hosts were super accommodating and responsive. The property really made our trip perfect, we are so grateful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya T.

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

Tiny bit of paradise

My husband and I stayed in the precipice tiny house. It had everything we needed for a comfortable week’s stay. The bed was comfortable, shower nice and hot, and the shelving and baskets throughout provided ample space for all of our things. Loved the location! If you’re going to Acadia, stay here. Wonderful hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

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

Nice secluded tiny spot

Bigger than a hotel room, smaller than a studio, surrounded by trees and steps from Acadia National Park. Enough said!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted M.

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

Acadia Yurts TINY House

We loved the Tiny house. A quite location next to the East area of Acadia NP yet close to SW Harbor (a few minutes by car). Aaron and Karen were incredibly responsive and also helpful to tell us about the “lesser known” spots and trails within the park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria V.

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

Cutest tiny house

We absolutely loved our stay in the Precipice Tiny House- we would 100% recommend this to anyone and would love to come back when we’re back to visit Acadia and Bar Harbor. The hosts were incredibly kind and helpful and checked in with us throughout our stay to make sure everything was going well. Thank you Karen for an awesome experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S., 19975

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

Wonderful! Great location. Clean,comfortable and quiet

Loved the wellness center. Float was a great experience! Very nice having the barn with extras other guest left to help with what you forgot. Didn't miss the tv but a sharable microwave would have been nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

The Cutest!!

I absolutely loved my stay in the Tiny House and in this adorable community on the Quiet Side. It was exactly the experience I was looking for. The amenities were beautiful, practical, well equipped, and quality. Hiking and biking was so much fun! And the spa facilities at Acadia Yurts were amazing! Loved every minute of my adventure!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin N., Baltimore, MD

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

Great "Little" Getaway

I'm a regular at Acadia most summers and was looking to stay a few extra days and to my surprise found Acadia Yurts. I loved it! It was also my first time doing a float, which to my surprise, was extremely relaxing. Not to mention the great conversation I had with Aaron in the process! I look forward to returning at a future time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sami C., Okemos, MI, USA

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

Great getaway

The property is beautiful and the tiny house was perfect for our stay! We booked both tiny houses for 4 friends on a trip to Maine to visit the Acadia National Park. The hosts were great with communication. There is a wellness center for activities (we didn't use, but loved that it was an option), a communal fire pit (we had a bonfire for 2 nights & met other travellers), and a community barn/shack for supplies (we made use of stuff in there and contributed to it too). The tiny house was equipped with all the amenities we would need for a comfortable stay. We would definitely stay here again, perhaps in a yurt on our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Cozy getaway

Great place to stay, the tiny house was clean, had all the amenities you need for a vacation and more, property was quiet and well maintained. Bar Harbor was only about 30 mins away and other hiking trails and recreational activities were even closer! WiFi and cell service (we have T-Mobile) were both pretty spotty, so if you HAVE to be connected for some reason, that may be a drawback. But there’s plenty to do and it’s a great opportunity to disconnect and spend time with family and get outside, so wasn’t important to us. Overall great place to stay on a beautiful property far enough away from touristy stuff to be quiet and relaxing, yet close enough to be able to have full days of exploration!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen m.

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

Living large in a tiny house!

Loved the experience we had at Acadia Yurts. We stayed in a tiny house and it was perfect for the two of us. Well equipped and comfortable furnishings. My only complaint was getting in/out of the bed as both sides were against the walls. Was awkward, but not a deal breaker. Probably the best shower I’ve ever had! Aaron checked in with us a couple of times and was very responsive. We liked being away from the hustle/bustle of Bar Harbor. Discovered a local restaurant called “eat a pita” which we went to twice. Delish!. Highly recommend Acadia Yurts!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Add hair dryer to listing of amenities- was nice suprise to find.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute tiny house with everything you need for your stay provided. VERY clean and I am pretty picky when it comes to cleanliness. We bopped around this trip and this was by far the cleanest accommodations (including hotel stays),
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent. Beautiful location for exploring Acadia area. House has everything needed and spotless. Owners attentive and appreciated their recommendations regarding local food.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the tiny house and Acadia Nat'l Park. We hope to be back next year and reserve the tiny house again too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Karen Roper

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Aaron is an Maine native. He was born and raised across the bridge in Trenton and grew up attending local Bar Harbor schools. He has worked in the restaurant industry for the past 15+ years beginning as a prep cook in high school then moving toward general manager. Aaron's favorite extracurricular activity is learning all he can about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As often as he can, he trains locally and loves sharing this passion with others.

Karen is a transplant. Originally from Chicago she made her way to Maine in 2009 and fell in love immediately. In Acadia she enjoys hiking, trail running, yoga, and long walks on the carriage roads. Karen has been teaching yoga locally for over 6 years and now brings her practice to the Wellness Center (located on site at Acadia Yurts). Karen is also a licensed massage therapist and offers services onsite.

As a couple we have done quite a bit of traveling and through that we have narrowed down the particular way we like to travel. The biggest factor for us is having a furnished kitchen in order to prepare health minded foods to nourish our bodies and support all our outdoor activities. The idea for Acadia Yurts has been brewing for quite some time. Friends of ours live off the grid in a yurt and we greatly appreciate the rustic, romantic feel of the yurt but wanted some of the comforts of home- running water, heat, electricity. From there Acadia Yurts was born. We deeply hope you enjoy our home as much as we do!!

Why they chose this property

This property is a stones throw to Acadia National Park with hidden gems around every turn. Acadia Yurts is the most unique way to stay on MDI. We bring you local knowledge, passion for living mindfully and a desire to share our favorite place with you and your loved ones to create lasting memories.

What makes this property unique

- Completely unique dwelling
- Amenities of home including furnished kitchen, bathroom, heat, and furnished living spaces
- Proximity to Acadia National Park
- Located on quiet side of MDI to assist you in slowing down and reconnecting to yourself and loved ones

Languages:

English, Spanish

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