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Beautiful Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor

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Front view
Grass garden
View across to pond
Your view to ocean from front porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Wonderland Trail Trailhead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor

NOTE: THIS PROPERTY ONLY RENTS WEEKLY, SATURDAY TO SATURDAY. ONE EXCEPTION: If you wish a 6-day stay Oct 10-15 please send me a request. Spend your vacation in a sophisticated modern setting in our upgraded cottage with your private access to a pink granite seawall for viewing yachts, lobstermen and wildlife in MDI's Western Way ocean thoroughfare. The Eagle picture below was taken right there. The building is in prime shape, with amenities that bring it to an A+ level. Features a great room with 5 floor to ceiling sliding glass panel doors for sunlight. Large living and dining area; recent kitchen with gas stove, dishwasher and gourmet granite eat-in bar; one bedroom (King Bed configuration); granite and glass bathroom with walk-in shower. Two flat screen smart TV's (requires your streaming accounts), one DVD, strong wifi. Sofas covered in bomber jacket leather with flip up leg rests for optimal relation and video viewing. Private outdoor deck off bedroom and sunrise deck off living room with outdor Kinsley-Bate wicker furniture. Washer and dryer to keep your laundry up to date, and a wood stove and area heaters to keep you toasty on chilly Maine evenings. All kitchen gear you'll need to cook up your gourmet lobster feasts.

The cottage was designed by a noted local architect and our renovations make it a contemporary, stylish gem. Please look at the recent reviews for a sense of how our guests have liked the place. It is optimal for one or two adults, and we have seen a very strong interest in the September and October season when the weather and views can be amazing.

Situated on 3 acres of oceanfront, the very private property features a pond, vegetable and flower gardens, pink granite beach and lush lawns. Help yourself to the vegetable garden.

Space available for bike and other vacation toys in garage.

Ideally situated for boaters, bikers and hikers to enjoy Acadia National Park and life in Manset, home of boatbuilders, fishermen and craftstmen. Nearby Acadia locations are Seawall, Seawall Campground and Picnic Areas, Wonderland, Ship Harbor and the Bass Harbor Lighthouse.

Town of Southwest Harbor with food stores, library, marina, restaurants and shopping nearby.

No pets. Firm on this.


Keywords: Guest cottage on this 3 acre estate in Southwest Harbor offers GREAT VIEWS of the Western Way, Cranberry Isles, open ocean and marine activity. Two outdoor decks; completely remodeled kitchen inc dishwasher. Wall to wall berber carpeting; Wood burning stove; WIFI. and cable TV; grill; bedroom w/washer/dryer. Storage shed for bikes, etc. A short path leads you to the bold, pink granite shore frontage where you can sit, watch sailing ships as they pass, or sit on your private deck and enjoy the abundant wild life and the peacefulness of this serene area.
AeroBed available for visiting overnight guests.

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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

Adults only
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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

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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

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Seawall, a neighbourhood in Southwest Harbor. 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 6 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor on 23 May 2026 start from NZ$554, 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 Beautiful Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor located?

Located in Seawall, this cottage 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

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

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Location

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and lovely hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing place! Big windows with a lot of light, easy and effective kitchen, comfy bed, thoughtful host, great front porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful location, house and property! Hosts are very kind and generous with the use of their beautiful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect and the hosts were amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, beautiful location, quiet, private. Cottage very comfortable and well-appointed. Hosts were welcoming and gracious. Truly a wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grant and Becky are wonderful hosts and they have a very special place. We loved every minute of our stay. I especially loved the beautiful views from our gorgeous cottage. There is nothing like going to sleep on a cool evening listening to the waves splash against the seashore. We will be back! A
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Grant and Becky's cottage! The cottage is so comfortable and very, very clean. The beautiful grounds and spectacular view made it such a relaxing place to come back to after hiking and biking. We cooked a fair amount while there, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Feeding apples to the deer was also daily bonus. But mostly, we really appreciated our gracious hosts. Grant and Becky went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed and made us feel right at home! We hope to return!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a beautiful week in Acadia, and having this lovely cottage as our home base made it all the more special. The bed and linens were exceptionally comfortable, and the rain shower was a luxurious treat. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed — from sharp knives to a salad spinner!We loved the stunning views and the peaceful sight of deer grazing regularly in the yard. And our host was extremely warm, friendly, and helpful. Having stayed in many homes and cottages in Southwest Harbor over the years, we can honestly say this was one of the most memorable. A truly special place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne K.

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

Beautiful inside and out!

We came for the ocean view. What we got was the famous Maine coast, the most comfortable and well appointed cabin, a beautiful landscape and garden, and the sweetest most gracious hosts. A wonderful base to explore Acadia and all of the towns and harbors.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Another Great Vacation

Another great vacation which flew by much too quickly! The setting, yard, and gardens are perfect, the views are awesome. The cottage is great, with everything I needed for my week’s stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Cottage at Seawall, Southwest Harbor, ME

It was across the board wonderful. I’m hesitant to post this out of the fear of bringing attention to this amazing property and making it more popular.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Just Perfect!

Everything about our stay was wonderful! The cottage is comfortable, clean, and well equipped. The view is beautiful. The hosts are kind. We saw deer and bald eagles right from the porch. The sound of the waves was so soothing. A great place to stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

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

Great couples retreat

Me and my wife first visit to the Acadia-Bar Harbor area. The cottage was a perfect place to have easy access to the area. It was quite with beautiful views of the ocean. The cottage met all our expectations and hope to stay again on our next visit to the area. Grant and Becky the cottage owners were great and very hospitable. After staying one week it is easy to understand why this cottage gets such great ratings.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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

Wonderful Vacation at Seawall Cottage

Everything we expected and more! This was the perfect getaway: serene, peaceful, beautiful, private, and very relaxing. We hope to come back in the future and enjoy the wonderful island of Mt. Desert from this location. The hosts, Grant and Becky, are friendly and thoughtful, and they made us feel right at home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne H.

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

Beautiful

What a beautiful quiet location, just what I needed to relax. This is the way it should be when your on MDI. Becky and Grant it was great to meet you, I will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

annie S.

Couple in our Sixties

My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful week at Seawall. The newly renovated cabin is in a great quiet location just yards from the sea and within easy travelling distance to S.West Harbor and hiking all around Acadia. The place is tastefully done, with everything you need for comfort, warmth and any kind of cooking. We'd highly recommend it for couples or single people of any ages.
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10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

Exceeds Expectations!

My wife and I have had the pleasure of staying at quite a few wonderful places from Portland to Lubec. Seawall Cottage at Stone Beach is truly a gem! The location is spectacular with the overall property being serene, offering great views and the pictures of the grounds do not do justice for the beauty this place offers. It's no wonder the reviews are so high, the 5 stars are deserved. My wife and I will definitely plan a return trip to this wonderful spot on Mount Desert Island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janel W.

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

Heavenly!

The cottage, property, and surrounding area far exceeded our expectations. Grant and Becky’s property is beautiful, and their care of it meticulous. Especially appreciated the well outfitted kitchen, books about local topics, comfy bed and linens, cannot express enough that every detail of the cottage was perfect. Only wish we’d scheduled two weeks to enjoy the oceans views, lovely garden, deer and fawns, mama mallard and her chicks popping their heads out each morning on our way into Acadia—a true slice of heaven. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah I.

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

Perfection

One word pretty much sums it up - “WOW!” I’ve rented many a house and it’s all too rare to have reality turn out better than the photos, reviews and pictures, but this one did - by miles. The property is stunning, the sound of the ocean is ever-present, the cottage is clean and has everything - including brilliantly sharp knives and a sharpener. A rare thing indeed. And on top of all of it, Grant and Becky are lovely and warm and beyond welcoming. A total pleasure and joy of a week - in one of my favorite places. Wow indeed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa N.

Wonderful cottage, Wonderful vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Seawall cottage close to Southwest Harbor. The cottage was delightful, comfortable and a pleasure to call home for a week. The view was amazing and a wonder to see first thing each morning. The deer were welcome visitors a few times during our stay! The cottage was well appointed and the bathroom was beyond amazing. We have visited the Acadia National Park area a few times and this was the best place we ever stayed and was very reasonably priced. The town of Southwest Harbor had wonderful restaurants and services. Whereas it was a little difficult to get in and out of the town due to road construction, the peacefulness and quietness of this part of the island was well worth the minor inconvenience. When we travel back to the area, my husband and I will definitely stay at this cottage if available. I only wish Grant had a larger property for rent here so we could bring the whole family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Charming Seaside Cottage

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay at Becky and Grant's cottage. The cottage feels more like a home than a rental property; it is well cared for and it is clear that thought went into everything from the design of the home to the linens they put on the comfortable mattress. It is situated on an exceedingly beautiful piece of property with ocean views, a small pond, and tasteful landscaping. We enjoyed spending our mornings and evenings on the front porch, which overlooked the ocean. Becky and Grant went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed and felt comfortable. Although it is about 30 minutes to get to Bar Harbor, there are restaurants and shops in Southwest Harbor, which is only about 10 minutes away. We also found that there were a number of hikes (e.g., Acadia Mountain and St. Sauveur's Mountain trail) to explore closer to the cottage. We enjoyed taking a day trip to Cranberry Island using a ferry that departs from Southwest Harbor. We very much enjoyed our stay at the cottage and hope to be back in the future! One of our best rental experiences to date.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Steven V.

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

Beautiful Cottage

We had an awesome time in Southwest Harbor. The cottage was exactly as advertised. Beautiful ocean views and Betsy was so very generous with her time and kindness. We are ready to go back. Thank-you for the wonderful place to stay. Steve and Julie
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable in a beautiful setting

We enjoyed Stone Beach cottage very much! Everything was so comfortable: the bed, the sofa, the cozy throw, the fully equipped kitchen. We loved the views of the morning skies and colors over the ocean with our morning coffee. Our stay was during the most intense colors of fall. Becky and Grant were unusually gracious hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

LYNDELL W.

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

Never disappoints!

As always, Becky and Grant’s property is immaculately maintained. Becky even brought us a beautiful vase of flowers she cut from their garden. This is our fourth time we have stayed here and it never disappoints!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nic D.

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

Beautiful location, quiet and rejuvinating

Great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Grant Castle

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Owners on property in main house on the 3 acre estate. We live here about half of the year. Our son is grown and on his own, so it is very quiet here.

Why they chose this property

Our family has vacationed and lived in the area for generations, so it was preordained that we would end up somewhere nearby. When we had a chance to buy this place we jumped on it.

What makes this property unique

We found this property 24 years ago abandoned because of the time and expense it takes to keep an oceanfront property up to date. It took us 21 years to get it right, but now it is a truly first class environment.

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