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Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town

Cottage with a fitness centre, near Acadia National Park

An image from a few years ago before the plants matured.

Long view of living room with dining & kitchen at far end

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Location

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Dryer
Gym
Washer
Kitchen

Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
Place, Acadia National Park
Place, Asticou Azalea Garden
Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom w/ Two Twin Beds

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town

The "Knollette" is a fully equipped cottage with a large grassy field tucked away in the woods on a quiet, private lane. Walk 5 minutes and you will discover the causeway at Norwood Cove - a spot that offers wonderful vistas of the ocean & mountains; dramatic tidal activity; opportunities for swimming, SUPing, canoeing, kayaking; peaceful sitting spots; and spectacular night skies. Walk 5 minutes in the other direction to the center of Southwest Harbor, a small quaint town where you will find shopping, dining, art, crafts, a bike rental store, and a wonderful public library. You'll also find access to the Island Explorer, the free shuttle to all parts of MDI and Acadia National Park.

Acadia National Park is a playground for walking, hiking, biking, swimming, boating, and picnicking. Explore scenic ocean trails, carriage roads, beaches, mountains, lakes, and nearby islands. There are also opportunities to rent boats of various sizes; play tennis, pickleball, or golf; antique hunt; visit museums and art galleries; eat ample fresh seafood; and more.

Keywords: Two bedroom cottage, quiet private lane, near ocean, near town, Southwest Harbor, Causeway Lane, Norwood Cove, Acadia, Mount Desert Island

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Free WiFi

Gym

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

No stairs, large grassy area, biking on the lane

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights

If you used the heat, please turn down all four thermostats to 55.

It’s always very helpful when guests get a head start on laundry. If you could put a load in the washing machine before you leave, we would be very appreciative!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Please read the rental agreement with regard to our cancellation policy.

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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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. 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 College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum 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 - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Flying Mountain Trailhead - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive - 24.6 km
Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 28.6 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬14 min walk
‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬23 min drive
‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬6 min drive
‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬4 min drive
‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

8 June 2025

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

Charming cottage in a peaceful setting

Quite, comfortable and stunning panoramic views.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

29 August 2025

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

Better than the photos! Very cute cabin, less in the woods than it seems. Walkable to great stuff. A little dusty under the beds but generally very clean!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William H.

20 July 2025

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

Second time still a charm

2nd year staying here Perfect for 2-3 adults or family of 4, compact but has everything and the location cannot be beat. Quiet, calming lots of windows.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen B.

9 September 2024

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

A Great Stay at the Knollette

Great location, rooms full of light, arm and comfortable.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla D.

31 August 2025

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

We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the location and property very much. We are cooks bringing home fresh produce after our daily hikes. The kitchen was adequately outfitted. However we would have appreciated a dishwasher. We made do. Our host was most accommodating and we would like to return in the future. Thank for your hospitality and attentiveness for our needs.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel B.

7 August 2023

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

Nice quiet cabin.

We had a nice stay. It was nice to retreat to the cabin after the crowds in Bar Harbor and the park. The property is lovely.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edgar G.

14 October 2024

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

Vacationing during a hurricane

The place was beautiful and the very helpful to our need while our home was having a hurricane in Florida. The host went way above what he needed to do to make sure our stay was joyful. I would recommend this place to everyone.cottage had everything you could think of you would need

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

28 April 2024

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

Perfect spring getaway

The cabin was the ideal location for our family of four to spend a beautiful and quiet week exploring Acadia. The setting is so peaceful and the cabin had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We especially loved the proximity to the water via a short walk down the road. Adair was so helpful with questions and information ahead of our trip. It was a wonderful experience overall - and we very much hope to be back again sometime in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen B.

2 September 2023

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

Our stay at the Knollette

Fantastic cottage. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!! We plan on returning next year!! Only complaint is the driveway was a challenge with a van. A couple of trees really need to be taken down.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

15 July 2024

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

Perfect Cabin in the Woods

We had such a lovely time at this cabin. Couldn’t ask for a better location, secluded street but close enough to walk to many things in town. We saw deer every morning and every evening in the field beside the house. The cabin itself is fully equipped with anything you could need. Beds are comfortable and the fire pit is such a nice added bonus. Will definitely be booking again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

18 August 2022

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

Delightful Cottage

The cottage is very clean, is in a quiet neighborhood and a wonderful place to stay for up to four people. My wife has a severe case of arachnophobia and was very happy with the rental. Ken and Adair are wonderful hosts. If we ever stay in SOuthwest HArbor again we will be staying at the Knowellette.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

12 June 2022

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

Great stay!

This cottage was a really nice place to stay for visiting Acadia National Park. Quiet location in Southwest Harbor. A walk into town, Flying Mountain hiking trail area and to the ocean causeway. The cottage was clean and comfortable for our week stay and had everything we needed. The kitchen was great for cooking meals. The owners kindly let us park our bikes out of the rain. We would love to come back. Jenny

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William H.

17 July 2024

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Perfect Getaway

I loved this 2 bedroom 'contemporary cabin' the bedrooms were roomy with good closet space. The large main room has tons of windows and was well laid out and comfortable. Everything worked! The kitchen space was lovely - it's a real kitchen with real kitchen stuff. Location is perfect - walk to town, or Beals lobster pier, walk to the causeway, you could even take the causeway and walk all the way to the IGA for grocery shopping if your inclined! And all the rest of Acadia is a short drive away. Super peaceful and quiet as well.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

31 July 2023

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

Absolutely perfect.

This property exceeded our expectations in every way. The cottage is so pretty and bright and has every amenity available, including firewood for the fire pit. There is a very sweet folder full of helpful tips and recommendations. The yard is beautiful and the proximity to town, the bus stop, and the Causeway made it an ideal home base for us on our daily adventures in the park. We truly felt like welcome guests and hope to return again soon. Very clean and peaceful. Many thanks to Ken and Adair!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake B.

14 June 2023

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

First Trip to Acadia!

We enjoyed our stay at The Knollette. The space was perfect for our family of 4. The location was great, very close to all the activities we wanted to do. If you stay here don't wait till day 3 to see the causeway like we did. Its beautiful, especially when the sun is setting. Also, this property was 10 minutes from our families favorite easy hike, Ship Harbor Trail. Adair and Ken are great hosts, very good comminication. They also provided our family with tips on what we needed to bring, as the weather was a little chilly. Our week at the cabin was so special and filled with family memories.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

2 June 2024

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

Southwest Harbor hideaway

We chose this property because of the promise of a secluded cabin with walking access to downtown Southharbor. This was a very apt description. Walking to downtown was very doable plus there was a lovely walk down to the ocean. The accommodations were very comfortable with a kitchen with gas stove and most spices. We often will purchase fresh seafood and vegetables to make, so the kitchen was very conducive to this practice. The only downside (no fault of the hosts) was that the road near Seawall was closed. We enjoy Ships Harbor trail and Wonderland for bird watching. Closure of the road made this a bit more of a drive. We would definitely stay in this VRBO again and can highly recommend it.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell O.

27 August 2023

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

A peaceful and hidden gem of a getaway

The Knollette is a fantastic place for staying near Acadia if you want to escape the crowds near Bar Harbor. The house is quaint, in a quiet location, and is plenty of space for four to spread out and relax. The true highlight is the property itself with the expansive back yard, surrounded by trees, complete with table, chairs, and a fire pit! We had many late nights enjoying a fire and the crisp, quiet, night air. It is also steps (or a bike ride) from the Causeway, and the Valley Cove and Summit Trails which offer beautiful views and challenging terrain for hikers, as well as Echo Lake if you want to go for a swim. Southwest Harbor is also a great little town. You have everything you need from a grocery store, cafes, shops, and some great places to eat lunch and dinner. All in all a cozy, quiet, and comfortable place to relax after a day of hiking and sight seeing in Acadia.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

marian m.

25 July 2022

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

Cozy cabin

The listing is very accurate. It’s nestled in the woods, very quiet but close enough to walk to southwest harbor. The causeway at the end of the road is an added attraction. I’m partial to water views but I knew it did not have one. The price for the rental is extremely reasonable and thus makes visiting acadia affordable. Much appreciated!! I would only suggest that it would be nice to have a couch in the living room. The four chairs were comfortable but it was odd not to have a couch. All in all we loved our stay there and would go back again any time!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

20 October 2025

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

Thanks for sharing the Knowlette with us! We had a fabulous stay and appreciated having a fully furnished kitchen, laundry facilities and great bedrooms. We would gladly stay here again when we return.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie K.

8 October 2025

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This little cottage was the perfect size for our family of four and was well stocked with a little bit of everything. My kids loved seeing the deer in the yard daily.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian M.

6 October 2025

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

A great little cabin on a quiet part of the island next to a some great walks! We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Manon R.

22 September 2025

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

Great place to rest! Very close to Acadia NP, love it!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kris m.

15 September 2025

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Super clean, well appointed. Great location!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen B.

7 September 2025

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

Saw 65 deer!! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Knollette. The only thing I would change would be to take down the small tree to give more of a girth at the cottage end of the driveway. It was VERY tight turning the vehicle around.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

1 August 2025

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

Wonderful stay at the Knollette!

Our family enjoyed every moment of our stay at the Knollette. The serene setting, proximity to the Causeway and town of Southwest Harbor, as well as Acadia National Park, make it an ideal location. The cottage is immaculate and well equipped with everything you could need. Thoughtful, accommodating, and super responsive host. We hope to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Adair Fox

Our family has enjoyed MDI since 1937 when great-grandparents built the Knollen, a large wooden house on the property. Since then, it has been a treasured gathering place for our large, multi-generational family. During the summer, family members often live in the Knollen while renters enjoy the smaller house (the Knollette). During non-summer seasons, we live in Washington DC, Denver, and Copenhagen, though those of us who have flexibility in our schedules are increasingly enjoying visits during the fall, winter, and spring, too.

Why they chose this property

We cannot imagine vacationing elsewhere!

What makes this property unique

At the base of South Causeway Lane is Norwood Cove and its little footbridge (the causeway). This cove offers expansive vistas of Somes Sound and sweet spots for daydreaming, reading, sketching, painting, canoeing, kayaking, SUPing, fishing, and picknicking. Around high tide, adventuresome folks jump off the bridge and body surf under the bridge. At low tide we enjoy exploring shells, stones, and shoreline marine life. Meanwhile, our peaceful property is a lovely place for playing on the field, exploring the woods, making fairy houses, and observing deer.

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Southwest Harbor

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Frequently asked questions

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10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Charming cottage in a peaceful setting

Jill H.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Wendy S.

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Second time still a charm

William H.

10/10 Excellent

Doreen B.

A Great Stay at the Knollette

Doreen B.

10/10 Excellent

Carla D.

Carla D.

10/10 Excellent

Joel B.

Nice quiet cabin.

Joel B.

10/10 Excellent

Edgar G.

Vacationing during a hurricane

Edgar G.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Perfect spring getaway

Kelly W.

10/10 Excellent

Doreen B.

Our stay at the Knollette

Doreen B.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Perfect Cabin in the Woods

Shannon R.

10/10 Excellent