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Skywater - Cozy waterfront studio

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A deck with outdoor furniture overlooking a lake and forested hills.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A house surrounded by autumn foliage, a small stream, and a clear sky.
A room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, a television, and large windows with a view of the outdoors.
A cozy room with a stone wall, a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a dining area, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Mount Desert, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Echo Lake Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia Repertory Theater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Hall Quarry, a neighbourhood in Mount Desert, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Maine Granite Industry Museum - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Acadia Repertory Theater - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Long Pond - 8 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Original Travelin' Lobster - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Skywater - Cozy waterfront studio pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Skywater - Cozy waterfront studio?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Skywater - Cozy waterfront studio?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Skywater - Cozy waterfront studio?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Skywater - Cozy waterfront studio located?

Located in Hall Quarry, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Maine Granite Industry Museum and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Echo Lake Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot for us. We needed some peace and quiet and this place provided it. The view of the Sound while sipping coffee on the deck was a wonderful addition.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had another great stay at Skywater. The cottage is in a beautiful, quiet and peaceful setting overlooking Somes Sound and had everything we needed. We hope to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect quiet setting to just chill out and rewind
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect little gem of a cottage! Location is amazing - minutes from some of my favorite hikes in Acadia (Acadia, St. Saveur, Flying Mountain, Beech Cliffs), a few minutes more to amazing dining options in Southwest Harbor (Red Sky, Beals, Little Fern and Batten River Fish Camp at the Clairmont), but tucked away in a quiet corner of the Hall Quarry area and very private. Tons of natural light, amazing views out the windows or on the deck (rained while we were there, and watching the mists rise off the mountains across Somes Sound was sooo soothing). The place is squeaky clean, the bed was very comfortable, and the wifi signal was strong.Heads-up for dog owners - there are lots of deer wandering around. If your pup enjoys the thrill of the chase, best to keep them leashed until you're sure you don't have visitors in the yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t be better really enjoyed the new mini split
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

A beautiful location. We saw a bald eagle and cormorants from the window and enjoyed watching the sunrise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was wonderful! It’s in the perfect location. Close to everything but away from the bustle. We will do our best to stay here again. Very well equipped and photos are accurate. Thank you for a great vacation.
View from deck after an afternoon rain.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New Favorite Trip!

We absolutely loved our time in Mount Desert and Acadia. The cottage was perfect for my hubs, my dog and I.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mike was a wonderful host. Quick to respond. The property was absolutely stellar. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay in Maine. We would highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

The house was perfect for us and the dog. Close to everything but far enough away for a very peaceful and relaxing stay. Enjoyed watching the seals in the morning and an occasional eagle.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Still wonderful

Love the cottage love the area love the view love the peace and quiet!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5 stars

The property is cozy, comfortable and clean. The view is outstanding! We made so many memories in Acadia while we stayed here. A wonderful little cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sones Sound Cottage

Excellent small cottage, perfect for one or two people, terrific views, near to many shops and restaurants in Soithwest Harbor and a 30 minute drive to Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy and as communicated. Lovely, private, comfy, and cozy cottage right on Somes Sound. Loved my stay here and perfect for 1 to 2 people. Space is small but the fieldstone fire place creates a feeling of separation between the sleeping, kitchen, and dining area. Very sweet!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

We enjoyed our stay at Skywater. There were wonderful sunrises and the area is quiet. The loons could be heard any time of the day and Acadia is so close. Thank you Mike for sharing your cottage with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

This is a wonderful place to spend a week! We loved hanging out on the deck overlooking the water and watching the boats and birds--including a bald eagle that we saw daily. The cabin size and layout were perfect for me, my guy, and our dog. Excellent central location for exploring the island and for easy access to some great nearby trails and Echo Lake. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and private

2nd time staying here and enjoyed it immensely. Can’t beat the view and it is peaceful and quiet. Bear in mind that the cottage is basically one big room; the only privacy inside is the bathroom which is very small. The interior pictures do not do it justice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy retreat

The studio cabin was small but comfortable. The borrowed view of Somes Sound made it a perfect, relaxing vacation spot for us on our beloved MDI. To top it all off, we really appreciate it being a pet friendly rental. Thank you for sharing Skywater with us! We will look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming

This was our second time staying on MDI, and the location here was truly amazing. The house has everything you need and is only a short drive from essentially anything on the island. We didn't realize how much we would enjoy just relaxing on the deck watching the boats and wildlife on the sound. I would absolutely recommend Skywater and could see myself coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful getaway

My husband, dog and I loved our stay at skywater. The cabin is small, but perfect for us. The views are breath taking. I loved sitting on the back deck in the e sun in the morning and the back deck in the afternoon. There is privacy and stars, sunrises and sunsets and we enjoyed the boats and wildlife. Mike was a great communicator. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thanks Melissa! Hope to have you for another visit soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This enchanting cottage was very private and quiet. The view was amazing! Southwest harbor and Ellsworth are in close proximity and you can find anything you need. Lots of antique stores and farmers markets. The view from Cadillac mountain is breathtaking. Clark point cafe in Southwest harbor is exceptional. We would highly recommend Skywater for a couple who need some relaxation and reconnection. Thank you for letting us share your great cottage by the sea. Stephen and Lorraine.
Off the back deck
Cadillac mountain
Resident deer
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and cozy with a view

We loved our stay at Skywater. It was close to all of the hiking/attractions of Acadia National Park while being off the beaten path. The location allowed us to avoid the crowds while enjoying the serenity of the area. The back deck encouraged us to enjoy nature (watching the birds, chipmunks, seals and porpoises) and take in the view (I.e the sound and stars). Kayaking with the seals was a great experience as well. The house had everything we needed including delicious locally roasted coffee. We would love to go back and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Skywater idyll

My husband and I, with our 8 lb dog, had a wonderful visit to Skywater and Mt. Desert Island. The setting on Somes Sound is gorgeous, and we thoroughly enjoyed sitting out on the deck, watching the boats, birds, and beautiful scenery. The cottage is clean and quiet, and had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. Our major excitement was spotting a bald eagle sitting in a tree less than 100 feet away, perhaps hungrily eyeing our small dog on the deck! We put the dog inside and pulled out our binoculars - magnificent! We would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stellar studio on Somes

I wish I could give "Location and neighborhood" more than 5 stars. The studio is beautifully situated on the quiet side of MDI and has *amazing* views east over the sound. It was a total joy to wake up each morning having breakfast on the porch -- watching birds and boats come and go. The studio itself had everything we needed to be comfortable for the entire week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sky

Very nice stay here...cabin is complete with everything..i did feel could of been little cleaner..toilet was not completely clean we had to clean some marks off and receipts from previous people on floor by bed.....bed sheets kinda dingy but otherwise fantastic!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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