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Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park

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Front entrance to house
Front of house from field
Glass/screened in three season porch
Kitchen
Kitchen and dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Cadillac Mountain
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park

This newly purchased home has had several updates including new painting and furnishing. This comfortable and quiet home has two living areas, a sunny kitchen, sitting room and screened in porch. Bedrooms include a king size bed, queen bed and a bunk bed for kids. Bathrooms are both equipped with full size showers. There is a short walk to the beach, a beautiful view of the ocean, nice lawn, and large field for play and fun. Washer, Dryer, 44inch TV, Cable, Wi-Fi, Dishwasher, DVD player,

Property manager

Whitney and Dan Granholm
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

Pets allowed
We only allow Dogs and charge a $100 pet fee.
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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
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

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 cottage is in a rural area 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 28 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 31 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 37 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park located?

Located in Seawall, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

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

Great space!

Property was beautiful, clean and everything we hoped for. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

bob w.

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

Beautiful Maine

It was great could have coffee there to use in awelcome basket Otherwise wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsi P.

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

Comfortable house beautiful view

The house was perfect for our 4 day stay. My sister and her fiance and my husband and I had a great time relaxing at the house after long days of hiking. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils. The host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne C.

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

Cozy Vibes and Scenic Location

It was an absolute treat staying at Whitney and Dan's home in Southwest Harbor. I stayed at their home for my bachelorette/birthday trip with my sister-in-law and bridesmaids and had a lovely time. It was very easy for us to travel to Acadia Park and Bar Harbor during our visit. The home was a cozy retreat after a day of hiking and sightseeing. The private beach access was a really nice too! If you are looking in the area for a great place to stay with wonderful hosts look no further. Thank you again Whitney and Dan!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

4 Brits and a grumpy American

From the outside you wonders if you were at the right place, but once inside you knew you were. We want to thank Whitney and Don for the use of their guest home. It offered us everything we were looking for and more. Our party agreed that we could stay there another week and never leave the house and have plenty to enjoy. We have life long stories to remind us of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Great time in a great house!

My family of five includes small children, and we met my mom and stepmom for the week. The sunrise from the upstairs bedroom and main floor was stunning! The house had everything we needed, and we had a wonderful spring break. I would recommend this house to anyone who is visiting to explore Acadia and Bar Harbor. It was accessible and located perfectly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaden U.

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

Great Place!

We had an awesome time is this cute home! Wonderful location and host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Don T.

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

Acadia National Park - October 2024

overall is a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

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

Great home to stay in!

Beautiful older home, great location in Southwest Harbor, and very comfortable! Close to beach, with easy walking access. Frequent visits from deer, squirrels, etc. Would stay here again!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty A.

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

Great rental

We had a fabulous time. Property is in a great location and met all of our expectations! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aliza M.

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

Perfect family vacation!

The house was the perfect setup for our family of 4 with 2 kids under 5 and our dog! The kids loved the playroom, and we enjoyed the great screened in porch. It’s the perfect location. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maegan W.

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

Nice home for a family stay.

We loved our stay in this home! The location in Southwest Harbor was close to the Seawall & Bass Harbor lighthouse so it was only a short drive to explore & go back for a sunset view. From the house, we frequently saw deer & turkey in the field. It was a short walk down the road & through a small wooded area to explore the beach. It was not crowded at all. The house itself was very clean. The kitchen & baths had been remodeled recently & were in great working order. The screened in porch was enjoyable to sit & watch the wildlife. The washer & dryer seemed newer. It does not have central AC, but we opened the windows & they had fans to help circulate air. The heat worked exceptionally well. The mattress in the master bedroom could probably stand to be updated. Overall, this was a nice home & we would recommend it to others. It was great for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

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

Nice quiet place close to Acadia NP

My family and I enjoyed our stay here while we visited Acadia NP. It was far enough away from the crazy busy main park area but close enough to get there quickly and easily when we wanted to do so.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

weekend trip for MDI running festival

great house was perfect. excellent selection of children’s toys and books to keep my grandsons happy. thoroughly enjoyed being able to walk down to the beach. Easy drive to all that Acadia has to offer. Host were readily available and extremely helpful. If it works out we would definitely book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

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

Early Summer Getaway

Great property. Quite, lots of outdoor space. Our dogs loved it Much nicer than spots we have rented in the Bar Harbor area. Fantastic sunrises viewable from bedroom. Private beach and beach right down the road (Cable Crossing) great for a secluded sunrise as well.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Acadia stay

Great place with a cool pathway to the beach. The views were beautiful and the house was wonderful. There was enough space for my three kids to spread out and toys for them to play with. Would absolutely love to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN D.

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

Acadia getaway

Greathouse for family and kid-friendly. Host was very accommodating and relayed helpful information about the area. House has a lot of charm and character.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

melanie T., new orleans, LA, USA

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

Quick visit to Acadia

We enjoyed our quick visit to Acadia national park. The house was very quaint and cozy. We enjoyed being able to walk to the rocky shoreline.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

joshua m.

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

Maine vacation

Very comfortable, well equipped house. Plenty of room for our family. Convenient to Acadia national Park. Great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla M.

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

Firefly

Cozy home and a very relaxing environment after our adventures in Acadia National Park. Walking to the ocean every morning to see the sunrise was an added joy! Overall a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd L.

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

5 Stars

Great location on quiet side of island. Easy check-in. Owners live next door.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great Location

Great location for going hiking on Acadia National Park trails. Home was clean and owner provided excellent communication for any needs. Only issue was a very warm summer and no A/C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

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

Seawall house

Overall nice. Comfortable for overnights and meals then off on daytrips. Peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marietta A., Harvard, Massachusetts, United States

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

Favorite place to stay

Another great stay at Firefly Meadow! Loved the addition of the TV in the fireplace room, the new beds in the kids room. This has quickly become one of our favorite places to land when staying in Southwest Harbor. Can't beat the walk to the pebble beach and easy access to hiking, restaurants and the laid back vibe of the quiet side. Can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alysha R.

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

Family road trip

Our stay at Firefly was great! There was plenty of room and everything we needed. It is an older house, but nothing that wasn’t stated or not manageable. We thoroughly enjoyed walking to the beach, visiting with the homeowners and touring Acadia. We would surely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Whitney and Dan Granholm

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Our family purchased this home last June with great excitement. It is the neighboring property to our home and our plan from the start was to fix it up and rent it seasonally. We have done just that and are looking forward to the upcoming summer to have people enjoy this beautiful part of the world in a very comfortable and peaceful setting.

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English

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