WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Parking available

Explore the area

Southwest Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
‪1 min walk‬
Echo Lake Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪15 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The ARTIST'S RETREAT CARRIAGE HOUSE is a Beautifully Decorated one bedroom (King bed) Carriage House situated in a Very Private Wooded setting, at the end of a private road. The TRAILS of ACADIA NATIONAL PARK and the OCEAN are just a short walk from your door. Fresh water swimming at Echo Lake is just minutes away. This CHARMING COTTAGE is just a mile from the Village of Southwest Harbor and 13 miles from Bar Harbor. The Free Island Explorer Bus service is less than a 10 minute walk.
The living space offers open, skylighted cathedral ceilings; fully equipped kitchen with island for dining, and living room with GAS FIREPLACE; a King bed in the bedroom, and bath with shower and spacious vanity.
After a full day of exploring Acadia return to the Cottage for GRILLING or RELAX Under the STARS by the WOOD BURNING CHIMINEA. Comfy, cushioned Adirondack Chairs, side tables, Hammock, and Perennial Garden.
Includes Wi-Fi, satellite TV DVD, Gas Grill and Outdoor Chimenea.
FULLY EQUIPPED with linens, towels, kitchenware. A Washer/Dryer, Gas grill, storage for bikes, beach chairs, towels, and blankets, are all located on first floor.
"GET TO KNOW THE ISLAND AND ACADIA NATIONAL PARK": ARRANGE A PRIVATE TOUR OF THE ISLAND/ACADIA NATIONAL PARK WITH YOUR HOST KEN!
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Property manager

Cyd or Ken

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.

Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Echo Lake Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
Asticou Azalea Garden - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬6 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬5 min drive
‪Gott's Store - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Flying Mountain Trailhead and Acadia National Park. Echo Lake Beach and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gail A.

1 November 2024

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

Wonderful property!

We had a great stay at the carriage house. Our hosts provided everything we needed and were friendly and helpful. Great location on the “quiet” side and property was as listed. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

31 July 2024

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

Amazing Vacation Spot

We were incredibly happy with every aspect of our stay! Having A/C would be the only improvement I could recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonna w.

24 October 2024

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

Perfect Carriage House

This cottage was so beautiful! It feels like you are in the deep woods, when you are just a couple of miles from the harbor. Great spot for seeing Acadia and all the other harbors around. We enjoyed having a fire in the fire pit. Cyd and Ken were perfect hosts. We hope to return someday! Vacationing from Alabama.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn C.

5 June 2024

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

Exceptional in every way

Perfect relaxing location, beautifully well maintained and clean, and the most gracious hosts imaginable. Staying here for us was perfect and a treat.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith L.

18 August 2024

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

Cozy, beautiful little place

Cyd & Ken were great hosts. They provided good information about the house & the area. They were accessible without being intrusive. The place was meticulously maintained, well-equipped and tastefully decorated.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

A H.

2 June 2024

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

Relaxing, convenient and in the trees

Just delightful apartment for 2! Lovely outdoor firepit and grill. Can't wait to come back and stay longer.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

2 September 2024

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

Charming home and location

We loved our stay at the Carriage House. Cyd and Ken, the hosts, live right next door and were welcoming and very fast with responding if we had any questions. The home is beautiful and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again if we ever get back to Acadia. We were also very happy to be staying on the quiet side of the island, so much more peaceful. It is also close to quite a few trails, lakes and mountains to enjoy. Highest recommendation, you won't be disappointed with your stay here.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

25 May 2023

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

Nice carriage house

Great place to stay while exploring Acadia

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel N.

23 August 2021

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

Perfect place to get away

Beautiful inside and out with nice and helpful hosts.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

21 May 2024

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

Wonderful cottage- Great location- Perfect for all our vacation plans!

The cottage house is wonderful- super clean and cute, and completely equipped for all our needs. My husband and I were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary- and had a great time! We could come and go for each day's adventure in Acadia and the surrounding area. We'd love to come back in the changing seasons!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

10 June 2024

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

Quiet Getaway

Very clean and well kept carriage home. Hosts were very friendly and had lots of good information and suggestions of things to do on the island. House is on the south western side of Mt. Desert away from Bar Harbor so it is a great spot for someone wanting to be away from the crowds but still close by to the national park. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

23 September 2023

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

Wonderful week

Everything was wonderful about this stay. Great location, fantastic cottage and outstanding hosts. I would highly recommend this to anyone!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie g.

22 July 2023

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

Great Place,great Location

Cyd and Ken were wonderful! House was very comfortable and clean. Very nicely decorated. Loved the whole property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B., Lockport NY

19 September 2023

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

Wonderful place!

This was our 7th year returning to MDI but our 1st year staying at the Carriage House. Wonderful place. Quiet, peaceful, exceptionally clean, everything you could ask for. Ken and Cyd are wonderful hosts. We will be definitely returning to stay at the Carriage House.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte H.

16 November 2020

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

A perfect getaway

This incredible place surpassed all of our expectations. It was beautiful, comfortable, cozy, and all around a delight. We can't wait to come back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

6 November 2018

Perfect place

We loved this cozy cottage and was perfect for our anniversary! Perfect place to unwind and get away to enjoy hiking and the views of Acadia. Very well equipped and furnished, like a home away from home. Would definitely come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

2 March 2017

Great little cottage

Our stay was perfect. The place is nestled back in the woods a little ways, so it was nice and private. Everything looks as if it was recently updated, and there are a ton of little details that let you know the owners take pride in having people stay there. We'll definitely try and stay here again if we're ever back in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

Terese A.

27 October 2018

It was a perfect getaway!

This was such a great place to stay! The owners were so wonderful and showed us such amazing hospitality. They were there to answer any question we had an even had fresh flowers waiting for us when we arrived! I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting the Acadia area!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

7 June 2021

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

A little bit of paradise

Lovely, well appointed carriage house in beautiful setting. Comfortable bed, well stocked kitchen and all the amenities you could want. Wonderful hosts. Just wish we could have stayed longer.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

3 June 2019

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

Excellent Stay!

The property was very clean and neat upon our arrival, everything was as described. Cyd greeted us and checked to see if we needed anything, left very helpful suggestions of places to eat. Thurstons for lobster was excellent! Very convenient property for the trails, would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

David M.

11 June 2023

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

Perfect

The home was comfortable and had all items needed for a great stay! Ken and Cyd were absolutely amazing. Even with less than ideal weather they made our vacation relaxing and enjoyable with their wonderful home and hospitality!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christin C.

5 August 2021

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

Amazing Stay

An absolute gem in Southwest Harbor! Far away from the crowds, but close enough to everything. The carriage house is quiet, clean and charming in every way. Couldn’t ask for better hosts. Thank you Ken and Cyd for a wonderful stay and looking forward to another stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

27 September 2019

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

Cottage in the Woods

The property was very nice and cozy. The location was great, just a mile or so from Southwest Harbor restaurants, and within walking distance of a grocery store. Being on the quiet side was very nice, as the Bar Harbor side was pretty hectic during the day. Very nice place, and the owners were very friendly and helpful. Absolutely would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 April 2021

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

Cute, clean and quiet

My husband and I stayed here during COVID in Oct 2020 and I must say it was probably the cleanest rental I’ve been in. Hosts were great, good location, cozy and quiet spot for us to relax. Still close enough to other points of interest and hiking on MDI. Highly recommend! Would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori B., Roanoke Rapids

29 April 2023

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

Awesome Carriage House

My husband and I chose the carriage house due to its proximity to Acadia. We were very pleased with the accommodations and amenities. We also met Cyd, who was so warm and welcoming. Cyd and Ken provided a list of off season restaurants, which was so helpful for the time of year we went. We would definitely stay here again if in the area!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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What makes this property unique

"GET TO KNOW THE ISLAND AND ACADIA NATIONAL PARK": PRIVATE TOURS WITH YOUR HOST KEN!

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Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

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