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Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park

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Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park

A renovated 1880’s farmhouse in the Village of Manset, two blocks up form the shore. Stroll down to the shore and watch the activity along the working waterfront. Stop in at Peter Trouts restaurant for an afternoon cocktail or the dock for boat fresh lobster. Just down the road is the Seawall and the walking trails of Wonderland and Ship Harbor. It’s a short 20 min drive to Bar Harbor or take the free Island Explorer that stops at the Manset Town Dock. The town of Southwest Harbor is about a 3 minute drive, and has gift shops, restaurants, and a specialty food market.

The house is decorated to reflect its coastal Maine location. The first floor offers a modern kitchen with everything you need for your stay. A dining room off the kitchen has seating for six. The living room has flat screen television with chromecast to watch your Netflix or Hulu. The cottage is equipped with broadband WiFi. On the front of the house is the enclosed porch perfect for starting the day off with a cup of coffee. This floor also includes a full bathroom off the kitchen.

The second floor has three bedrooms. The Master has a king bed and attached bathroom with shower. The second bedroom has a queen bed, and third bedroom has two twin beds. All three bedrooms are air conditioned.

Off of the kitchen is the small back deck with a gas grill. The deck overlooks a large yard, and a charming terraced patio. There is a fire pit for enjoying in the evening after your day of exploring this great island.

For those coming by boat there may be a mooring available in the harbor on request.

Property manager

Ian Unger
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is 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 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

  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 26 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 33 min drive - 31.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southwest Harbor Cottage steps away the Ocean and Acadia National Park located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wendell Gilley Museum and Wonderland Trail Trailhead. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Great place

Very nice place, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Great house

Great clean house in quiet area of southwest harbor....house was great for a family of 6 and very spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

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

Beautiful home!

We were very comfortable in this beautiful, immaculate, well equipped home. Location is great, about 1/2 hour from the main entrance to Acadia and close to the town of Southwest Harbor. The hosts were very accommodating and got back to us very quickly on the few questions we had. Would definitely stay here again if the opportunity presents itself.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devan V.

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

Quiet Side Shenanigans

The property was quaint and peaceful while being close to Southwest Harbor attractions, quiet side hiking, and only a 30 minute drive to Bar Harbor and and the main Acadia attractions. The property was clean and spacious. It was truly a wonderful time.(All photos are taken from the trails near the property).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

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

Great first time Maine experience

This was my first time in Maine and it was a great experience. The house was perfect, felt like home. The location was awesome, close enough to the busy Bar Harbor and park entrances but remote enough to relax. Ian was quick to respond to any question I had. Would definitely recommend the sunrise hike up Cadillac Mountain!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Beautiful house. Great location.

Beautiful house. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Nice family getaway close to Bar Harbor

Nice property, nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Quick Maine getaway

Nothing beats MDI and staying at Ian’s place was wonderful The location is perfect to access all the fun MDI has to offer. Eating out can be a pocket punch so the well appointed kitchen and grill are a plus Can’t wait to go back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John and Cindy T.

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

Fantastic Backyard , beautiful landscaping

Very clean inside the home, pictures on line are very accurate. The back yard is a beautiful place to sit and enjoy nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaye Y., Ada

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

Clean, quaint home for a quiet retreat.

Quaint home on the quiet side of Mount Dessert Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

Great Place!

The house was very clean. Kitchen had enough essentials to prepare meals there. The window units kept upstairs cool for sleeping. Great fire pit area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy U.

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

Good Location with Easy Access to Everything

Comfortable home/beds. Just blocks to walk to dock and harbor views. The hosts provided excellent recommendations for hikes, restaurants and sailing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Pleasant stay

Very clean place. The home was simple, but had all the things needed for a comfortable stay. I appreciated the nice stove, sharp knives, and comfortable dining room table. The fire pit in the backyard was a really peaceful spot as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

James B.

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

Maine Farm House

Nicely renovated 2-story farmhouse close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Beds are comfortable, although smaller bedrooms lack storage space for clothes. nice spaces inside, including large dining room with a table for 6 and a sunroom. House was clean with lots of windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN O.

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

Acadia in July

A great week with the family in Southeast Harbor. We enjoyed the tranquility of the house, but the proximity to town. The house was clean and comfortable and the family of deer in the garden was a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

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

Maine

The house is very nice and clean. Plenty of space for our family of 5. Minor complaint would be the outside shrubs around the house were overgrown and some weeds could be pulled.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

Acadia Family Fun

This house worked out splendidly for our family with adult children. Great location close to the national park and many hiking spots. Perfect place to spread out, enjoy a home cooked meal and play cards. We appreciated the well equipped kitchen and the comfortable beds. Fire pit area was another great family gathering addition. Plenty of space for yard games as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby M.

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

Southwest Harbor / Acadia Vacation

Amazing location and very comfortable house. The only things that were odd were only full bath on 2nd floor (where all bedrooms located) is in master & very difficult to find the house from the street - it would be helpful to have a more clearly marked house number since privacy shrubs block the entire house
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis B., McKinney, Texas

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

Convenient location

We enjoyed the quieter side. The hikes, the restaurants, the scenery. Bass Harbor lighthouse is very close and is that iconic Maine postcard. Deer in the yard every morning. Easy to get around the area and not bad getting to core Acadia or Bar harbor. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Southwest Harbor cottage

We enjoyed our stay at this property. We spent 3 days enjoying the area; hiking in Acadia, browsing shops in Bar Harbor and eating lots of Maine lobster-(btw, Beal’s in Southwest Harbor lobster rolls 10/10). The location is nice with a spacious, tranquil yard. A few deer wandered through the yard briefly at dawn and dusk, along with many songbirds. It felt relaxing. The cottage is roomy with lots of seating, beds were comfortable and kitchen was well stocked. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Nice Place to stay on Quiet Side of Acadia

Visited with family, including my wife and 3 sons (21,19,15). They loved the place after a long day of hiking. Local restaurants were great, grocery store nearby and the location was 30 minutes from Bar Harbor and 10 minutes from Western Acadia (Echo Lake, Acadia Mtn). Appliances seemed new, especially for laundry. I would recommend for a family interested in quiet side instead of Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

DeAnna B., NH

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

Nice stay

The house was very clean and comfortable, and the location was quiet. We were there in late September so it may be a little louder during the summer months? It’s not in the heart of the tourist area, which is nice. The owner was quick to answer our questions. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karine M.

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

Very nice

Very nice warm and welcoming house. Very clean! We had everything we needed in every room. The couches and beds are comfortable. There is even a bunch of pamphlets, books and magazines on traveling in the area. I would have preferred that the one bathroom upstairs not be ensuite to the master bedroom. But overall we are very satisfied and would come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Few Days near Bar Harbor

Rented this property for 3 days for the second part of our trip in Maine. It was perfect for our family of four. Wanted the convenience of staying in a home with all the amenities a house has to offer. Downtown Bar Harbor is about 17 miles away. The property is located in Southwest Harbor. Even though we didn’t get time to explore the town of Southwest Harbor we always enjoy our time in Maine! Can’t wait to revisit Maine again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Springtime in Maine

Trip was better than expected, the weather was absolutely gorgeous the week we were there. House was great for 4 adults. While there’s not much you can do about the 2nd bathroom location, it was nice to have 2 bathrooms. I would suggest MORE TOWELS as 1 per person is not enough even with the washer/dryer. Ian was great-had great recommendations for eating & activities, he even answered my text in the middle of the night when the smoke alarms went off - fresh batteries installed the next morning which was a holiday. First time in Maine, can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ian Unger

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Why they chose this property

We purchased this house in 2001 and have been spending summers here ever since. We cannot imagine a better place to spend the summer. From hiking to boating Mount Desert Island is a place you will want to comeback to time and again. We hope you will enjoy the house and area as much as we have.

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