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Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.

Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Acadia National Park

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Living area.
Living area
Interior
View from livingroom.
Kitchen/dining.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1 Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.


Stepping Stone is the perfect location for your vacation. It is on a quiet, private road, close to everything Southwest Harbor has to offer. Take the 1/2 mile walk or drive to Seawall Beach or the local lobster pounds, hop in the car and continue on to the hiking trails and Bass Harbor lighthouse, or take the 5 minute drive to the town center for dinner and shopping.
The home itself is spacious and sunny and consists of a master en suite with a queen bed and full bath with walk in shower, a second bedroom with two queens, and a hall bath with a tub/shower combination. There is a full two car attached garage to store your bikes and kayaks. You will also find coolers, beach chairs and lawn games for your enjoyment.
Sit on the deck and relax to the sounds of the waves crashing on Seawall beach, or enjoy an evening fire and unwind from the day's adventures.
*Please remember to include your pet when booking.*

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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 3–17
Children 5 and older.
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Doors do not need to be locked and keys can be left on the desk.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Checking out after 10am will result in a $50.00 per half hour fee.
Dogs must be leashed at all times when outside and waste cleaned up and disposed of. There will be $100 fee if dogs are on beds or furniture.

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Seawall, a neighbourhood in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing 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

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 37 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. located?

Located in Seawall, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean,attractive, convenient to west side of mt desert island
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great property and great location

Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, and well maintained/stocked house. Great location!! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I stayed at Stepping Stone last year and decided to stay for two weeks this year. The house is in a quiet neighborhood with deer frequently visiting. It’s a very clean and comfortable home. The kitchen is very well equipped for cooking or there are local places to eat out. There is a fire pit conveniently located just off the deck for roasting marshmallows. I love the Southwest Harbor location and I would definitely stay at Amy’s home again!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, quiet place. Just what we needed for our trip. Amy was very quick to respond to questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on quiet side of MDI. Enjoyed it as a wonderful base home to enjoy all Acadia and MDI had to offer. Kitchen well stocked, house comfortable and quiet. Nice to have large garage to store bikes! Pics and listing accurate and would definitely stay again if we found ourselves back in Maine.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GARY H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No issues at all. House sets up great for 4 people. A solid base to explore Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

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

Great spot

Love the proximity to the different parts of Acadia. Very comfortable home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

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

Lovely Home

Quiet setting in the woods. Home is spacious with everything you need for cooking your own meals. Home is close to town and only 30 minutes to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. If we come back to this area we would book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Wonderful!

This is such a peaceful place! The home is spotlessly clean and has absolutely everything you need. From soap and shampoos to a hairdryer and iron, even dish soap and laundry soap provided along with a well stocked kitchen- you won’t have to drag it all from home. The linens and towels are high quality and the beds are extremely comfortable. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. We loved it and would highly recommend! Thank you Amy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renita T.

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

SW Harbor House

Definitely quiet, safe, roomy house for us four adults. Very clean. Set in a beautiful peaceful place just a short walk to the ocean. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stepping Stone is a beautifully appointed home. It was a very comfortable place for my cousins and I to spend a few days on MDI. Out of the way, but within 20-30 minutes of anything we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cori A.

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

Comfortable oasis on the Quiet Side

This property was comfortable and clean with everything you need for a restful retreat from the business of Acadia and Bar Harbor. Very convenient for Bass Harbor Lighthouse. We loved being away from the crowds and chaos of Bar Harbor. I highly recommend staying here!Would recommend dinner at nearby Peter Trouts. Lots of locals there. Coffee and bagels and Milagro was also a treat.Only suggestion I have is adding a mattress topper to the master bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good clean and functional space. Location is solid for getting into SW Harbor and accessing other areas on that part of MDI. Interesting neighborhood with what appears to be combination of seasonal cottages, year round residences and camp sites. Tons of deer everywhere in this specific part of MDI. Good sized new grill works well and kitchen has updates appliances and all the tools needed to cook just about anything. Garage space is helpful for gear/equipment, bikes and watercraft. Excellent communication from host. Definitely a very solid option for a family of four at a reasonable price point for two bedroom, two bath accommodations during MDI peak season.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debrah Y.

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

Fun times

The place was great. Amy was great and we had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Kathy and Lynn last week

Thank you so much Amy. Your place is amazing! Fully stocked, beautiful home. We could not have asked for anything more! Would definaltely come back and highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I stayed at Amy's extremely comfortable Seawall home. We had everything we needed and more! The kitchen had more cookware than I do at my home! No need to eat out all the time. 2 spacious bathrooms, and the mattresses... we both slept like we home! The location just can't be beat. Its withing walking distance to a gorgeous beach and close to downtown. Amy's house has all the comforts of home and we throughly enjoyed our stay. We'll be back and will happily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Large home in a wooded quiet area. Kitchen furnished well with all one needs to cook or bake. Beautifully decorated. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy home beautifully situated away from the hustle of the crowds, but convenient to all the beauty Acadia has to offer. I just missed the memo about needing to bring our own shampoo and such. But a trip to the Walgreens in Bar Harbor remedied that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

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

Better than advertised!

We really enjoyed our week at Stepping Stone. The entire property was clean, comfortable and welcoming. The home is well appointed and maintained with care. The kitchen is roomy and equipped with everything needed for preparing meals and getting ready for your day. One of the highlights of our stay was the opportunity to meet our host Amy. We definitely recommend this property on the quiet side of Mt. Desert Island.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Peaceful vacation

This property was beautifully decorated with attention to details. Everything was stocked as advertised. i’ve stayed at many VRBOs that did not have the items they listed in their description and then you need to run to a store to pick up needed items. This is also the cleanest vrbo that i’ve stayed. The bed linens and pillows were really nice. We loved that after a busy day hiking or in the nearby towns, we could go back to this peaceful retreat. Most evenings we would sit out at a fire before going to bed. It was also neat to see deer and their fawn passing through the yard. Amy was an attentive host prior to and during our stay, answering any messages or calls promptly. I would highly recommend this location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Great spot

We had a great stay! The house was comfortable, peaceful, and had basically all the amenities we could need. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg S.

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

Great stay

Good location on the quiet side of the park. Plenty of room and nice accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

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

Awesome Autumn

Great property! Quiet, convenient, very spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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