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The Bungalow
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The Bungalow is an apartment at the back of an 1830's farmhouse.
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Bungalow

The Bungalow is the perfect spot for your Acadia National Park getaway. Perfect for two people, this cozy, newly renovated and well appointed apartment will provide a relaxing spot to enjoy your vacation. Multiple park access points are within 2 miles, Bar Harbor and the Park Loop Road are 20 minutes away. Need accommodations for multiple families - 3 townhouses are also available on the property. 3 night minimum stay May 15st to Oct 13th.

The space
Great outdoor sitting area with bar table and chairs.

Property manager

Ingrid Kachmar
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Southwest Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 21 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 24 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bungalow pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bungalow?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bungalow located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynda I.

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

Perfect spot to see Acadia!

Our stay was so great! The property is even cuter than pictured, perfect for a two person getaway. We were able to access everything we needed in the park and have a quieter retreat from bustling bar harbor. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

Wonderful home away from home

The bungalow was a lovely home away from home with just enough of everything to make our stay on MDI very comfortable. Communication with host was stellar and made check in and out a breeze. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany E.

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

Great space in a good location

Cute place to stay in a good location for access to acadia and bar harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Great place for 2 adults to explore the area

Adorable bungalow in great location. Everything worked out very well. Can recommend without reservation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Acadia Visit

Good location close to the park entrance and to Bar Harbor , small but very clean. Worked good for the two of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Great spot!

This place was a great place to stay to explore Acadia and bar harbor area! The space felt homely and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh L.

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

Amazing Stay

Location was perfect for access to Acadia National Park. Super quiet in Southwest Harbor. Would love to stay there again. Great restaurants and bars nearby. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Chris M.

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

Cozy spot

As clean as it can be, cozy and efficient : this little one-bedroom extension is perfect for a few days on the isle.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Convenient location

The Bungalow was a perfect launching pad for our Acadia hikes with the added benefit of being close the very nice Southwest Harbor restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bungalow! It was perfect for our Acadia getaway. An easy 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor and even a few cute coffee shops right down the street from the property. Ingrid was also very responsive and easy to contact with questions!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale L.

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

Southwest Harbor Bungalo

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The location was perfect for enjoying all of the Acadia area, while being within a short walk to downtown Southwest Harbor. The Bungalow was updated, clean, and comfortable. It was also convenient to have a washer and dryer within the unit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

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

Great Location

Great spot on the quiet side of Acadia. It was close to the park and far enough from the crowds of Bar Harbor. Convenient location and clean bungalow. Would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Pretty centrally located to Acadia. Next time will have to go beginning of May when more things open

Would so rent this place again. Nice location and we even seen some deer in the backyard when we arrived one evening after hiking. 🥰
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Delightful home base for Acadia!

Clean. Organized. Well-stocked kitchen supplies for basic meals. Convenient location. Spacious for 2 people. Great communication from host. Very happy with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

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

Charming and Clean

We enjoyed our stay at this adorable cottage. It had everything we needed and is in a great location, especially close to the Bass Harbor lighthouse. The biggest challenge we faced was the size of the shower and bedroom... they're pretty tight for a 6'5" man. But everything was clean and accurately described. We appreciated this lovely place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect cozy place to stay while visiting Acadia. We were able to eat breakfast, pack a lunch and spend the day in the park hiking and biking.....and then return for dinner and a good night's sleep. Quiet, great location, clean, all the things you'd need in a kitchen without being cluttered. Laundry was a bonus. Clear instructions from the host, and very responsive to any questions. Highly recommend staying in Southwest Harbor - so much more quiet and relaxing, while still close to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great stay

The Bungalow was great! Only issue was with the TV ( operator error) Ingrid took care of it while we were exploring Acadia the next day. We enjoyed seeing the deer outside the door one morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Acadia trip

This was a great location for a base as we explored the area. Clean and no issues at all. The only possible improvement would be an air conditioner in the bed room for the warm days.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia O.

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

Great for 2 near Acadia

My husband and I recently stayed here. It was perfect. We were very close to a few different parts of Acadia and 20 min out of Bar Harbor. It was nice and quiet at night but near everything we wanted to do during the day. The space was clean and pleasant. Having the option to do laundry after hiking a few days was a bonus. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Quaint Bungalow in Perfect Location

We loved our stay at the Bungalow! It was a great location in SW Harbor (right next door to kayak rentals and down the street from bike rentals). Check and check out was a breeze. If you are going into Acadia, this is a great spot. The bungalow is well appointed with everything you need. The only thing to be aware of is we found the wi-fi to be pretty slow, but it likely will not be an issue for most visitors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Immaculate, comfortable stay for two near hiking, freshwater swimming and ocean walks

Everything was as described. Tasteful, comfortable, furnishings and kitchen/dining setup. A curated set of everything you need rather than a hodgepodge of items left by previous guests. On a main road, so close to swimming, hiking, SW Harbor center and other Quietside places, while not far from the other, busier side of MDI. Very organized and responsive host, with clear instructions about everything, including WiFi . Perhaps the cleanest vacation rental I've encountered. Not secluded, but just lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Quiet side of the island near coffee shops, ice cream shop, and Bass Harbor Lighthouse. Clean with comfortable chairs for lounging and reading. Kitchen equipped for our needs of assembling sandwiches and storing cold drinks. Loved having access to washer and dryer. The only improvement would be a preference…firmer mattress with breathable cotton sheets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

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

Acadia or bust!

My husband and I had been wanting to explore Maine and Acadia for years and finally bit the bullet. The accommodations at The Bungalow were perfect for our needs. The area has the nickname "the quiet side of the island," which we really appreciated as well (Bar Harbor was crazy!). We basically just slept and showered at The Bungalow, but we did take advantage of being able to do a load of laundry and have a frozen pizza for dinner one night. My husband and I both slept liem rocks! The bed and bedding were both very comfortable, and the bedroom was wonderfully dark. I wouldn't hesitate to stay at The Bungalow again and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alvin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

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

About the host

Hosted by Ingrid Kachmar

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I have an array of vacation properties on Mount Desert Island that I have been renting to visitors for over 20 years.

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