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Quiet Southwest Harbor home on MDI with easy access to Acadia National Park.

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Exterior
Great Room dining table.
First floor Great Room and dining area.
The Great Room living area.
Pull out double sleeper sofa in downstairs Great Room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet Southwest Harbor home on MDI with easy access to Acadia National Park.

This two story house is located on a private drive, close to downtown yet off the main road. It features three bedrooms and two full baths, a large covered porch. A grassy quiet yard with fire pit for outdoor relaxation. A first floor great-room with provides a spacious area for gatherings. French doors lead onto the covered porch for outdoor activities and relaxation on summer days. A full bath with walk-in custom shower is available on the first floor. The second floor houses three bedrooms which provide sleeping for seven, as well as a full bath and laundry facilities. Need room for up to two more? Extra person option available. The first floor common area has a memory foam sleeper sofa for two.
A quick five minute walk allows you to board the Island Explorer bus system for ease of travel to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
Access to Southwest Harbor hiking trails and Echo Lake sand beach can be reached by a bike ride, hike, or short car ride.
WiFi access provided. Two extra guests may be added for additional fee of $30 per day per person. Guest additions prior to check in only. There is an additional hot tub option with a $125 fee included in your reservation. If you wish to not use the hot tub, let us know in your reservation request and the fee will be removed.

Park Info
Hi folks. For info on the free Island Explorer bus system, visit this website.
http://www.exploreacadia.com

Also, reservations are required to drive to the summit of Cadillac Mountain May 26th thru October 19th. Vehicle reservations cost $6 and are sold online in advance at Recreation.gov. They are not available for purchase at the park.

Property manager

Thom Willey
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
Quiet Time: 11pm to 8am

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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 22 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Southwest Harbor home on MDI with easy access to Acadia National Park. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Southwest Harbor home on MDI with easy access to Acadia National Park.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Southwest Harbor home on MDI with easy access to Acadia National Park.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Southwest Harbor home on MDI with easy access to Acadia National Park. located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bridget W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home location was perfect for all the best spots to visit on Bar Harbor and Acadia. The house was fully stocked with all the essentials and clean. Added bonus was having morning coffee with a mamma deer and her fawn.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn V.

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

Great location

Very roomy for three couples. The location is great to visit Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph S.

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

Acadia Trip

Excellent place to stay for Acadia. House is great and the owners are responsive to guests. Recomend for our future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon A.

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

Quiet hideaway

The house quickly became home, nestled in the woods where the deer stopped by twice daily. In addition to being very clean, the kitchen is equipped with everything needed to prepare meals. Beds were comfortable, and it was oh so quiet at night. Although the home is secluded, the location is perfect for access to shops, restaurants, and Acadia National Park. There are games, puzzles, and best of all, a washer and dryer. Romantic,yet child friendly--a great home away from home
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JC M.

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

Awesome Home and Close to Acadia !!!

What an awesome home!! Great location for visiting Acadia National Park (20 - 25 minutes to Cadillac Mtn) Bar Harbor is also easy access (25 mins), Southwest Harbor is great spot has some nice little shops and places to eat ( we enjoyed pizza from Little Notch Bakery that was excellent! And had a great night eating at Beals Lobster Pier, which was our favorite!) Hot tub was nice to come home after a day at that park! Enjoyed watching the deer walk in front the house every morning and evening! Excellent hosts with great communication and such a great home! Thanks for sharing it with my family!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

Fabulous House in a Perfect Location

My family had a fantastic time in Southwest Harbor. We think Southwest Harbor is the best area to stay in if you're going to Acadia Nat'l Park. It is very easy to access all parts of the park from the house. The house is convenient to groceries, shops and restaurants. The house is close to everything, but tucked away. It's quiet, private, and serene.The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and utensils which made it easy to eat in if we wanted. Buy coffee for a drip-style coffee maker. There are filters at the house.The hot tub is wonderful. It was perfect on a cool evening after hiking in the park. The lay out of the house worked very well for my family. The three bedrooms allowed adults and kids to have their own space. The decorations are tasteful and fit the coast of New England. We enjoyed the great selection of books. We felt very lucky to have found this house for our time in Maine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse W.

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

Great home in Southwest Harbor

An excellent place to stay for family and friends. My fiance and my friends stayed with me here, and it was just lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

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

Great time

Great time and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Roomy and Comfortable

The house had all the right amenities for a vacation - comfortable beds, a large dining table, plenty of games, spacious outdoor area, a lovely hot tub, and a whitetail doe that visited us each morning. Perfect home base for exploring Acadia!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Peaceful visit

This was an amazing place. On the quiet side of Acadia but easy to get to the park. We saw deer every day and really enjoyed sitting outside every night. The beds were comfortable with outlets at every bedside; kitchen was easy to prepare meals, house was very clean. We loved every day here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali T.

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

Great first visit to Acadia!

We loved staying at this house! House was very clean, stocked with all your needs. Beds were very comfortable, and the house has plenty of space to spread out. The outdoor area was quiet and relaxing and the hot tub was a huge hit after a day of hiking. The host was very quick to respond.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin K.

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

Very clean

I was very pleased at how clean the home and hot tub were! Very relaxing stay and close to everything you could want with Acadia. Host was also very responsive to messages!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary S.

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

Family adventures in Maine

The home was lovely, nice big table for my family to gather. Also lots of seating in living room for us to sit and chat. Peaceful outdoor location. But easy access to sites of interest. My family enjoyed the hot tub after a day of hiking at Acadia National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn H.

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

Clean and comfortable

This house was clean and comfortable and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Comfortable Home

The home is very comfortable and the hot tub was welcome after a day of hiking in the park.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

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

Lovely house in the Southeast Harbor

Stayed here for a weekend of climbing in Acadia and had a fantastic time. The house was great and well equipped and the hot tub was the best way to relax after a day on the rocks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbott B.

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

Cute home in the woods.

Stayed for a wedding nearby. This setting was wonderful, tucked in the Maine forest. The deer were in the forest around us on many occasions. The house is very open and roomy with a cabin vibe: large granite fireplace, lovely antique furnishings. The bedrooms are large and the beds are comfortable . It met all our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

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

Great

Wonderful location. Close to everything but away from everything. The house is lovely, beds comfy, and very well stocked. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

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

Great home

The home was large and spacious and very well stocked. The location was secluded and private with deer meandering around the lovely landscaped yard. Thom, the host was very accomamodating and responded to all questions. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette S.

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

Great place!

My family and I had a wonderful time. Beautiful house & friendly host. Thank you Thom
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda M.

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

Wonderful spot

Nice and quite. Deer passing through. Great hot tub and relaxing fire pit area. Nice rooms with comfy beds. Wonderful kitchen and the shower downstairs was the best. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

A quiet place

Nice getaway for the whole family. Felt like we were at home. Lots of little details and considerations were evident that just make traveling easier. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

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

Great home base to explore Acadia

The home was clean and comfortable. There was plenty of space for my 2 college aged children, my husband and I to spread out. The kitchen was well stocked and the homeowner even left us a cooler when I had asked if there was one to use for picnics. We saw several deer in the yard and enjoyed bird song throughout the day. The location was great for getting around to everything we wanted to see.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

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

Amazing property!

We had an incredible stay in this beautiful home! Clean, comfortable, and full of amenities, including family games and puzzles! Loved being on the quieter side of MDI but still close enough to all desired attractions. Lovely outdoor space. Would love to return in the future!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee L., Chelsea MI

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

Southwest Harbor House

Nice roomy place. Met our needs. Family enjoyed it a lot. We had a fire one night and were treated with a doe and her fawn daily. It is a bit of a drive to Bar Harbor and park loop road but not bad. Found nice places to eat nearby. I'd recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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