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Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens

Holiday home with kitchen, near Acadia National Park

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
View to walk down to Beals Lobster Pound
Kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens

Our charming 2 bedroom cottage sits in Southwest Harbor on prestigious Clarke Point Road. It is across the street overlooking beautiful gardens with a view Of the harbor. It is situated halfway between the village and Beals Lobster Pound. Relax on the front deck for lunch or on the chaise lounge to read a book. Smell the salt air and enjoy peeks of lobster boats, sailboats, and the actions of a working harbor. The cottage is located right in town with sidewalks that meander down to the town dock, Two amazing lobster pounds with gorgeous views of the harbor, one of which is the famous Beals Lobster Pound. The historic Claremont Inn and gourmet restaurants are blocks away..No need for a car. You can walk to town and dine at gourmet restaurants, shop at upscale boutiques, specialty wine, cheese and historic Sawyers Market, a great library, and a playground for small children. You may also flag down the free Acadia Bus in front of the cottage for a ride to any part of the island: towns, hiking trails, movies. You can walk into town and rent a bike and load it up on the bus to be dropped off anywhere in route. The location allows for great independence for all, especially older children.

Acadia National Park mountain hikes: Flying Mountain, Perpendicular, Manset Mountain and others are a bike ride away or , a two mile walk or a 5 minute car ride away. Ocean swimming is a lovely 10 minute walk away. Great for adults and kids alike.
We have Kayaks you are welcome to use, but must have a vehicle to transport.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great Location for small children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
There is a $150 fee no pet hairs are to be left
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$150 pet fee. If cottage is left with obvious dog hairs on furniture or on floors additional cleaning charges will be deducted from security deposit.

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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 - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 29.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens located?

Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a cute, cozy little cottage in a fantastic location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immaculate and cozy with easy access to shops and harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and location. Easy, comfortable and perfect for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

Memorial Day weekend stay

Really enjoyed this cottage and location! Easy to get to Acadia and bar harbor, but southwest harbor in itself was a great location. Walking distance to great breakfast, dinner, and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William J.

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

Acadia/Bar Harbor/Dessert Island Stay

The location was very convenient for exploring Bar Harbor and the National Park - Acadia. Checking in and out was very efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

quaint quiet cottage

loved being in walkable neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

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

Perfect location

Nice to be on quiet side of Acadia. Location great. Could walk to a free EV charger. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Wondèrful

This cozy little cottage had the perfect location with a gorgeous view of my favorite garden in SWH and the harbor beyond. It is a very short walk to restaurants and shops. We loved having fires in the woodstove. The kitchen was well appointed and the bed was comfortable. We definitely want to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art B.

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

Nice cottage on the quiet west side

Very pleasant - washer/dryer a big plus! Enjoyed hiking around the "Quiet" side of Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

Easy little spot w/ great hosts

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was the perfect spot for my family to explore Mount Desert Island from. Walking distance to breakfast spots and ice cream, 5 minute drive to Echo lake and hiking, and a 30 min drive to Bar Harbor and some of the popular spots in the national park. Marilynn and Gary were great hosts with great recommendations for my family which includes a 5 yr old and young dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

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

Southwest Harbor is the place to be!

This is a lovely little cottage right in the heart of Southwest Harbor. It’s conveniently located -restaurants and shops all close by and it’s fun to just go out the door and find nice places to walk. Hiking areas are a short drive from here and other attractions, including Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor and Northeast Harbor are all within a 20-minute drive. This cottage has a very nice front deck for those times when you might want to relax and read a book or plan your next outing during your stay. Enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Beautiful little Maine cottage! A hidden gem.

Our stay was very pleasant ! A cute little cottage. It was clean and had everything we needed. The location of the cottage was very close to the center of southwest harbor so that you could walk into the center of town for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Marilyn and Gary (hosts) are next door. They greeted us and gave us some good tips for biking Acadia Park and some good suggestions on where to eat. Wonderful. We would not hesitate to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Loved our cottage stay!

Decided to take a quick Acadia trip (our happy place) with my 19 & 22 year-old daughters before the younger one heads back to college. We love staying on the quieter side of the island, and since we needed to travel with our dogs, this cottage was the perfect find. Marilynn is incredibly responsive - she answered questions almost before I asked them, lol. The cottage was sparkling clean, the beds really comfortable, and the deck was a beautiful spot for some pre-dinner apps & drinks. Easy walk into town and helpful suggestions in the welcome binder. I only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

We'll be back!

My daughter and I both loved our time in Southwest Harbor. The cottage was perfectly located and had everything we needed for a wonderful week. The owners, who lived right next door, were strangers when we arrived but friends just one week later. We appreciated the many ways they took a real interest in all that we were doing, and their advice about the area was very helpful. Among the many things we did, our favorites were driving to the top of Cadillac mountain on a beautifully clear day, taking the ferry to Schoodic peninsula (where a seagull stole my peanut butter sandwich) and eating in Winter Harbor, shopping in Southwest Harbor, and watching for wildlife while aboard the ranger-narrated cruise from NE Harbor to Little Cranberry Island. We already have plans for what we hope to do next time we go, which we hope will be soon, and for a longer stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Porch with a view : Location is fabulous!

What a sweet little property in a GEM location! We adored the cottage AND being about to walk to the hamlet of SW Harbor for coffee, pizza, and gourmet dinners. Getting to Acadia was easy & about 30 minutes away, but several hiking options were just minutes away. The owner of the property was very friendly and provided very helpful tips on the area. The kitchen was super stocked if you choose to cook in, but trust me-- there are sooo many good places to eat, why bother? Our favorite thing about this place: late in the afternoon, after a long day of sightseeing and hiking, we enjoyed "happy hour" on the front deck. The sun hits it just right and the patio furniture is great for lounging or having a glass of wine! We would definitely stay here again. Check out: happy hour sitting on the porch of The Clarmont, breakfast at Common Ground -a charity run breakfast spot that accepts ONLY donations for what you eat! Little Notch Bakery has fabulous pizza and The Sip restaurant has great food AND service.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and property was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was fine. A good location and the beds were comfortable, but definitely dated. Couldn't hang out on the living room to chill after a long day hiking, its outdoor furniture that's been worn thin and incredibly uncomfortable But if you are looking for bare bones with nice owners this will check that box
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location alone is a wonderful reason to rent this place - so close to Beal’s, we ate there twice, and a lovely neighborhood for walking, with town just steps away. But on top of that, it was a good and comfortable home base for exploring the area. We had all we needed, and loved that we could stay with our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Diane D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Over rated

The location of this Southwest Harbor cottage was convenient to Acadia, some restaurants, and minimal shopping. Views of the harbor were limited by waterfront homes. The cottage could use some updates, including better lighting, the furniture was not comfortable, and minimal supplies were provided. In general, the site was rough, overpriced and had a musty smell.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Excellent stay

The property was exactly as described in the listing. Great location in a quiet area. Great neighborhood to walk our dog. Marilynn and Gary were amazing hosts and very responsive. I will stay here again next time I return to Maine.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carola M.

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

celebrating end of Summer

My adult son and I spent a week at this location. We enjoyed the close proximity to the town and the ability to walk in town for coffee or dinner. The home itself was very clean and the bedrooms were very comfortable. We wished the living room furniture was more comfortable. Hosts were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrea w.

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

Mini vacation

The property was perfect for our stay. Marilynn was wonderful and even helped with our dogs when we were out! The only negative is our stay wasn’t long enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Last minute get away

We enjoyed our time in southwest harbor. Beautiful area! Nice to be away from all the hustle and bustle of the park. Would recommend the cottage for friends and family when they plan to come this way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet street location; easy to walk to both dining and shopping. Also easy to drive to other areas of interest. Hosts had lots of books and other literature about the area available to read; they were very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

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

Nice Cottage in Great Location

My family throughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. There were no issues with the checkin/checkout process, and the description and pictures of the cottage were accurate. The cottage is within walking distance to downtown Southwest Harbor, and less than a half hour to the loop and Bar Harbor. The cottage was the perfect size for our family of four, and the owners did a nice job highlighting some places to eat/visit in the welcome book. I would not hesitate to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Marilynn Wittenberg

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We have owned this cottage and the main house next to it for 29 years. Occasionally we rent out our 3 bedroom house upon request. We have traveled a great deal, but still find this to be one of the most beautiful areas to come back to again and again.

Why they chose this property

Location, Location!!!!

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English

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