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'Rooster Cottage' Harborside - Built New 2022

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Back of House facing Harbor
Deck in back of house
Living area
Kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6306.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Acadia National Park
  • Place, Asticou Azalea Garden
  • Place, Cadillac Mountain
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 (ground Floor)

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

'Rooster Cottage' Harborside - Built New 2022

Rooster Cottage sits on an acre of land at the water's edge with a dock and mooring. The area is a quiet residential area within an easy bike ride to the town of Southwest Harbor (a little over 1/2 mile).
There is a Marina not far down Shore Road (Manset Yacht Service) where there are nice boats for rent (I have never rented from them, but I've never heard any complaints). Mt. Desert Island offers virtually everything for land and sea. There is nowhere like it.


Keywords: “Rooster Cottage” is a new cottage in the Manset Village of Southwest Harbor. Large windows and a deck extending for two sides of the cottage offers magnificent vistas of the harbor and mountains plus a deep water dock and mooring (Advanced reservation and subject to quote).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is on the waterfront. 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 - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 22 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Rooster Cottage' Harborside - Built New 2022 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Rooster Cottage' Harborside - Built New 2022 ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Rooster Cottage' Harborside - Built New 2022 ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Rooster Cottage' Harborside - Built New 2022 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views of the harbor, short easy drive to the SW Harbor Main Street, clean, comfortable, quiet, responsive communication from host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Water front

Breath taken views.. clean an beautiful house.. peaceful surroundings.. amazing place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Perfect!

Not a single thing wrong with this house, not the area, the furnishing, the beds, the bedding, not even the water pressure,… nothing. Book it. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda A., Bath, PA

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

Great location!

My family of five adults stayed at rooster cottage for one week. The house was beautiful, neat and modern. There was plenty of space at the table and living room for everyone to be comfortable. The deck and deck view were our favorite. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lurlene K.

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

Great location!

Very clean and spacious, big windows with great ocean views! Nice furnishings and artwork. Upstairs king size beds are very comfortable, but downstairs twins should be only for young kids. All beds have very nice cotton bedding and towels. Had fun biking alongside the shore, amazing trails and beaches nearby. Would definitely go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house with gorgeous views. This was a perfect place for our family vacation away from the Bar Harbor crowds but close enough to all Acadia has to offer. The kitchen had everything we needed. Best part was watching the sunrise over the harbor from the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carey s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is perfect and the house provides a great base for exploring the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved reading on the sunny deck and watching the sailboats in the harbour. Home is close to the town of SW Harbor . The home was so comfortable. Kitchen well stocked. Sad to leave!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

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

Perfect Stay!

Just returned from a fabulous vacation on Mt Desert Island. Rooster Cottage was just as described and provided us an excellent place to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Southwest Harbor. Acadia National Park is a short drive from Rooster Cottage and is a “can’t miss” place to visit. You will not be disappointed in your stay at Rooster Cottage in Southwest Harbor, Maine!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect along with the location! We had four adult friends stay. .., plenty of space, privacy and hot water!! We enjoy cooking together and that was fine too! Close to so many activities and the view! Amazing! We'll be back! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Can’t go wrong

This is our second visit to Rooster Cottage. The house is spacious and beautiful, with a cook’s kitchen, comfy beds and beautiful views across Southwest Harbor from the living room and upstairs bedrooms. Located away from the crowds of Bar Harbor, Rooster Cottage in the cute little village of Manset is near several sections of Acadia National Park on the the western half of Mt Desert Island and only half an hour from the stunning Park Loop Road. You can’t go wrong with this property.
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely, relaxing, peaceful

Well equipped kitchen, great bathrooms, windows to watch activities the harbor, yet quiet enough to watch the rain approach and pass by. The deck was great both sun and shade available! We had a lovely time
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Beautiful house overlooking the water

This house was even better than the photos indicated. It has beautiful common spaces downstairs, and we appreciated the two en-suite king bedrooms upstairs. (Our group included two adult couples.) We loved sitting on the deck and watching the boats come and go in the harbor!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther S.

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

Rooster Cottage

Great view over Southwest Harbor. Quiet and off the beaten path, but close enough to town to zip in for a meal at one of several excellent restaurants. Another good eating place is a short stroll away. There are nice walks in the Acadia National Park Seawall area close by. Flying Mountain trail, a 10 minute drive from the house is another of our favorites. There are 4 good lobster pounds within a 10 minute drive! We enjoyed using the fireplace on foggy evenings. The 2 king bedrooms with en-suite baths are spacious, comfortable & well ventilated. We found the kitchen & dining area nicely equipped for 4-6 people. We also loved the dock. The owners respond promptly to any questions or requests for repairs. Highly recommend.
Stayed 35 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sue C.

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

Great location and views

Beautiful home well cared for. Great views, and very clean and maintained. My only negative is the kitchen needs more pans and utensils for someone who likes to cook. Would definitely recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Ideal location away from busy Bar Harbor

Beautiful vacation home! Great location right on the harbor. The kids enjoyed the yard and it was an easy drive to Bar Harbor and all the top spots in Acadia. Very clean, spacious. We recommmend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace M.

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

Family trip to Acadia

Rooster Cottage was the perfect place for our COVID-delayed trip to Acadia. It was spotlessly clean, and the two suite bedrooms upstairs served our needs to a tee. Sunrises over the harbor were gorgeous, and we loved taking walks in the evening around the neighborhood. We would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

The Rooster Cottage

This property was absolutely more than we could have hoped for. The views, spectacular, the owner, extremely accommodating. If we didn't have plans to do other things while in Maine, I would have been delighted with a good book and a cup of tea on the porch, watching the tides and the boats. Thank you to the owner for opening up this lovely home for us to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marji H.

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

More dish washer detergent-more paper towels

Only minor issue-cleaning company had not been there between guests-had to do laundry and make beds as well as vacuum
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten K.

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

Beautiful cottage with amazing views

From the spectacular views of the ocean and mountains to the sparkling clean, thoughtfully furnished interior, Rooster Cottage exceeded our expectations. We hope to stay there again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Wonderful stay

Rooster Cottage is spacious, comfortable, and quiet. Located in the little hamlet of Manset, the cottage offers beautiful views across the working harbor at all times of day. Rooster Cottage is half an hour or so from the major attractions of Acadia National Park on the eastern side of the island, though there are several beautiful hikes just a few minutes away. We can highly recommend this property.
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

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

Enjoyed our time in Southwest Harbor

The location of Rooster Cottage provides views that are beyond words. Especially if you live in the Midwest. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Stunning home with wonderful water view

Five of us totally enjoyed our stay at this lovely home. The deck overlooks the harbor, and we relished seeing the many moods of Maine. The owner was gracious and accommodating & Ronan the caretaker was responsive & helpful. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karren P., Groveland,MA

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

Relax and enjoy the view

The view from the very spacious deck is fabulous. The house is open, airy, light, and comfortable. Bedrooms were spacious and more than accommodating. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John N.

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

Awesome Cottage!

All I heard as my family members walked around the cottage was "Oh My God!" "Oh My God!" What a great home you built! The views are exceptional , the floors beautiful, and the dining room table is unbelievable. ( Who made it for you?) The location is perfect. We visited Southwest Harbor,Northwest Harbor. Bass Harbor, Bar Harbor, Acadia Loop, Schoodic Loop, Cadillac Mountain, Claremont Hotel, Seal Cove Auto Museum. I could go on but you can see we had an awesome time! We would highly recommend your cottage! Morgan thanks for a great vacation spot! John Noon
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Morgan & Sonia Churchman

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We have been coming to Mt. Desert Island since the 1980's and lived on the Island year round for nearly 6 years. After marrying in 2004 and having a child 2 years later (she's now 16) we now come up for the summer months to our main house in Southwest Harbor. We are active in the community and my wife is on the Board of Harbor House, the local Community Center. We are well known by both summer and year round residents.

Why they chose this property

Mt. Desert Island offers us a wonderful place to do the things we like. We sail, tennis, golf, swim in the lakes, hike and bike the hundreds of miles of trails and carriage roads that Acadia National Park (3/4 of Mt. Desert Island) maintains. This is our summer life and where we want our daughter to grow up during the summers. I have older children who also come up for extended stays.

What makes this property unique

This property is unique in that there is a deep water dock that will accommodate sailboats at mean low water and a mooring weighted for 40'+ boats. I have a 36' Morris sailboat drawing 5 feet and have occasionally left it at the dock overnight without any thought of it touching bottom. If you are concerned, call me and I will provide exact depths.
Manset is a quiet village within the town of Southwest Harbor. The center of Southwest Harbor is a short bike ride from the house. Here you will truly get a taste of Maine in a modern setting.

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