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Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardensthe

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Pickleball on-site
    A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Wendell Gilley Museum
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 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 Gardensthe

Our charming 2 bedroom cottage sits in Southwest Harbor on prestigious Clarke Point Road. It is across the street overlooking beautiful gardens with a small 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 with gorgeous views of the harbor. Walk to the iconic 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, outstanding breakfast cafes, shop at upscale boutiques, specialty wine, cheese, a great library, and a playground for small children. You may also flag down the free Acadia Bus in town. (Late June into October) 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.

PETS Are No longer Allowed at this Property. 252524

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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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

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No pets are allowed

Important information

You need to know

Property # 252524vb
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
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 holiday home is in the city centre. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 21 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 31 min drive - 34.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardensthe?

As of 6 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardensthe on 29 August 2026 start from NZ$1,759, 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 Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardensthe?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardensthe 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Cute cottage very close to town and all there is to do in southwest and bar harbor. Great host. Happened to meet her at open play pickleball! Would definitely stay again. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
Thank you so much for such a lovely review. Hope to have you stay again.!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful experience. A perfect home base for adventures around the island for 2 adults and 2 elementary aged kids. Great recommendations of places to go. The street is beautiful for morning walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rebecca G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this property is excellent. We were able to walk down to see the harbor, walk to dinner, it's close to the trails we wanted to explore in SW Harbor, a great location on the "quiet side". We had a great dinner at Beal's (walking distance) and took an amazing lobstering and seal boat tour out of Dysart's Marina, down the street. We would definitely stay in this area again.The house itself was okay, we spent minimal time there as we were out exploring everyday. There were a few closets which would have provided great storage but they smelled musty/mildewy so we did not use them. The bathroom is very much needing updates. It was not the most comfortable but again the location was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2026
I am sure you were very upset that we did not allow your dog to stay in the cottage as we do not allow pets! I am sure you will have a much more positive experience in the future if you are honest about who is in your party at the time you make your reservation..
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! So happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
Thank you for your great review.
Verified review

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
So happy you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your lovely review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lai Shun M.

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

Cozy place near Acadia and Bar Harbor

Very welcoming, just enough room for a family and they even left us so local fruit jam on the table.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Hope to have you stay again!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice...clean, well equipped, and in a great spot. Being able to walk down to the shops, restaurants, ice cream, etc in Southwest Harbor was great. Our host Gary let us know about the popovers in the morning at the Common Good...delicious, especially with the blueberry jam. The tranquility of being on the "quiet side" was well worth the drive over to many of the main attractions on the east side of the island. Gary gave us a good tip to park at Hulls Cove and take the bus to get to some spots where parking is tough. Side note: getting a car pass to the Cadillac Mountain sunrise was challenging because you had to get online right at 10:00 AM for a sunrise pass two days later; we were usually out and about (not with great cell reception) at 10:00 most mornings. Being able to stream on the TV would have been nice. The one thing that impacted the trip negatively was that the host's small dog basically attacked me shortly after we arrived when Gary recommended I put my bike in their adjoining back yard. I ended up with bloody dog bites on both lower legs that are still healing. Gary was very apologetic but it was not the way to start a vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Cute Place

Cute place and convenient in SW Harbor.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

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

Lovely stay in convenient, quiet location

Tidy, clean, very convenient to Southwest Harbor without being in the thick of it. We were in Acadia in the heart of tourist season and yet we didn't feel the brunt of it in this cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thank you for your review! Love ‘ The Quiet Side’
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Muffie A.

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

Wonderful cozy cottage

My two teenage daughters and I had a wonderful stay in this cottage in Southwest Harbor. Both the owners and the accommodations were absolutely lovely! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
You all were a joy. Hope to see you again.
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2024
Thank you for your great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Feeling at home in Southwest Harbor

Our family enjoyed our week at the cottage. Marilynn is a perfect hostess and her cottage fit all our needs. Southwest Harbor is a perfect getaway. Great restaurants and the location is ideal. Would recommend to any small family looking to escape for awhile.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Your family was a delight! You made the most of everyday: Rain or shine!’Hope to see you again 🤗
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

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

Lovely cottage

We so enjoyed our three night stay. The charming and clean cottage was perfect for exploring Acadia and only a short walk to the beautiful town of Southwest Harbor. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you for your kind review. Hope to have you stay again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Debbora A.

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

Acadia week-end

This was a convenient location and a good value. We used the home as "base camp" and explored all day long.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
We are So happy the location worked out for you. We are not used to having chefs at the cottage: so, I apologize for the lack of knives you wanted. We will have to look into that!
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kevin c.

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

Village life

Quiet well located Maine sea coast cottage. Dog friendly and walking distance to restaurants, bars and restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thank you for your kind review! Hope to have you stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Excellent location and proximity to Acadia

This cottage was perfect for our family of 4. Wonderful location, within walking distance to the marina and many restaurants. Clean and safe area with so much to do near by. We enjoyed staying in southwest harbor which is very close to the park, butich less busy then Bar Harbor. The hosts are helpful and have everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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 35 years. 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, Location!!! Sitting on the front deck for the view and walking absolutely everywhere!

What makes this property unique

Very comfortable and practical layout !! Designed by an architect ! Love all the windows in the front so it is light and airy. Very well insulated stays warm or cool with fans or heaters

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