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Summer special! Adorable Whale's Tail guest cottage.

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A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by rocks and chairs.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a small table, a dog, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A dining area with a table set for two, a wooden floor, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor area with a patio.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a small balcony.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds

    Guests liked the comfy beds here.

  • Firepit available

    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

  • A quiet escape

    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Summer special! Adorable Whale's Tail guest cottage.

New, Oceanfront guest cottage in the quaint village of Southwest Harbor on the "Quietside" of Mount Desert Island. This adorable cottage is the perfect vacation home for exploring Acadia National Park and the wonderful area surrounding it. Watch the lobster boats do their daily work or day dream you're on one of the beautiful yachts coming and going from our working waterfront/marina. Village amenities, such as restaurants, galleries, shops, bakeries, and bike shop are within a 5 minute walk. Park highlights such as Bass Harbor Head Light, Seawall, and Echo Lake are within a 10 minute drive. This house has 2 comfortable bedrooms, King bedroom and bath are on the first floor with an open loft with a queen bed and reading nook upstairs. The kitchenette includes a hightop table, refrigerator, microwave, Kuerig coffee pot, toaster, electric skillet, and outdoor grill. Large double copper sink in the bathroom allows for dishwashing for those light meals. This guest cottage is located on a shared property, there's multiple outdoor recreational areas including fire pits, grill, outdoor table, and lobster cooker, and a private porch with rocking chairs for quietly observing the harbor. Based upon availability multiple houses can be booked together with a 10% discount. Parking is available for 2 vehicles.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

Home is not pet allergen free.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2391967vb
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬29 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer special! Adorable Whale's Tail guest cottage. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Summer special! Adorable Whale's Tail guest cottage.?

As of 14 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer special! Adorable Whale's Tail guest cottage. on 17 October 2026 start from NZ$2,979, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Summer special! Adorable Whale's Tail guest cottage.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summer special! Adorable Whale's Tail guest cottage.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer special! Adorable Whale's Tail guest cottage.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer special! Adorable Whale's Tail guest cottage. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Christie Dysart

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