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Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center

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A deck with a white table and a blue chair, overlooking a calm body of water with boats and distant hills.
A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor.
A spiral staircase with wooden steps and black metal railings in a room with wooden flooring and a white wall.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with wicker chairs and a glass table, and a living area with a TV and red cushions.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 41600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southwest Harbor

Located in Manset within 2 miles (3 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Echo Lake Beach - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬32 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center

Watch the video at the end of the photos that displays all aspects of this beautiful cottage and it's surroundings. This adorable sea side cottage located on the pebble beach of SW Harbor is literally over hanging the water at high tide. A second floor master king suite with private balcony, bath, wet bar and refrigerator has a magnificent view of the harbor and mountains of Acadia National Park. The second bedroom is a queen suite with private entrance to the first floor balcony. Just 2 miles to Seawall Beach of Acadia, an easy bike ride or walk for many. Some may not leave the cottage at all and just watch the boating activity from the large relaxing decks. If you do explore the island, you'll find many beautiful hikes, shops, restaurants, golf, museums, cinemas and more .
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Manset, close to Acadia National Park, Asticou Azalea Garden, and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. You'll also find Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond within a short drive.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is 14.5 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bennett G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing location and a perfect house for two couples. The views of the ocean are amazing and having it near a working boat yard was really cool. The most underated aspect is being located in Southwest Harbor. There is not a better area on MDI for food, hiking, and sunsets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Merleen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely view of a working harbor
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house with beautiful views of the harbor
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bucket list destination and wedding anniversary weekend. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot to stay. Clean, quiet, easy access to the entire area. Host was excellent and made our stay special. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Like-new home with a great view of Southwest Harbor. The house is right on the water - the porches are over the water at high tide - in an industrial stretch of Shore Drive. The location next to Hinckley Yachts is not a downside - we enjoyed watching them transporting the big yachts and lowering them into the water. Great base of operations for hiking and biking in Acadia, or exploring the villages, gardens and trails of the “quiet side.”
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Goetz V.

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

Lovely stay!

Absolutely lovely house, well equipped, tastefully decorated, and spacious for a family of four! We had a great time - including during a very grey and rainy day when it was delightful to spend time in the house and watch the weather over the bay. Would come back any time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauze R.

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

Summer trip at Acadia National Park

Great vacation with the family in a very nice house! Great views of the harbor and quiet neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

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

Awesome!

Our stay was amazing and very relaxing. The location is perfect so close to town and the views are spectacular. Cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed. We would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic view of bay when entering cottage. So comfortable for two couples. Well stocked. Loved Peter’s Trout restaurant within walking distance. Hope we can return someday soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom-Jessica S.

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

Magical harbor view.

Prestine house on water, close to town. Hiking was next level fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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

Amazing in every way

The property was absolutely perfect. Comfortable, elegant, great location and views. I highly recommend and cant wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

One of our Favorites

We have stayed here twice. The home is beautiful, the view is gorgeous and the host is easy to contact. A fantastic, comfortable place to stay outside Acadia and Bar Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April F.

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

Amazing home

This is a phenomenal property in pristine condition with a gorgeous harbor view. It is our favorite rental home ever.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey I.

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

Wonderful property on the quiet side of the island

This is a truly stunning property. It is right on the water and you could not ask for better views. The property was very well maintained and clean. A perfect stay on the quiet side of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Very nice stay

No issues at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tommy J.

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

Fall Is good time to visit

Everyone really had a good time, had a plus that next door got to see the company take the large boats out of the water for the winter, very interesting.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

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

Fantastic!

We absolutely loved this cottage. The views were amazing. It was updated and so clean. We loved every minute and will definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J T.

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

Cool, clean & comfy

Nicely decorated and equipped. Great view. Special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth I.

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

Perfect little mount desert island cottage

My family and I stayed at the Seashore cottage for our trip to Acadia. We enjoyed the views of the mountains and Somes Sound and even saw Loons and a bald eagle. The cottage was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Perfect for a family of four! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

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

Great spot for small group

Ideal for two couples or some sibs to get away. I'm particular and the kitchen is very nice and well supplied. As are the bedrooms, the bathrooms (excellent water pressure!), the whole place. Very comfortable and we'll be coming back!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Weekend Getaway

A friend and I try to get to SW Harbor every spring. We booked this property for the first time and it did not disappoint. The view from the deck was tremendous, especially when watching the large boats being put into the water. Would book again with no hesitations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl O.

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

Great water views

Beautifully done waterfront cottage with open floor plan and great views of Southwest Harbor and Somes Sound. Host was very pleasant to work with. Great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brian b.

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

Unique harbor location

Beatiful house right on the harbor. No other neighbors and right on the water. You also get to watch boats go in and out all day. Within driving distance of many great places.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amelia h.

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

Stunning views!

Clean, new and comfortable with gorgeous views of the harbor. Be sure you can navigate a spiral staircase to the primary bedroom before renting…although there’s a lovely bedroom also in the first floor.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at this Southwest Harbor home was absolutely perfect! The views of the working harbor were stunning — we loved watching the yachts come and go throughout the day. The location couldn’t have been better: peaceful, quiet, and close to everything we wanted to explore. It truly made our first trip to Maine incredibly memorable.We spent mornings on the deck with coffee and a book, and during low tide, we wandered along the shore searching for sea glass and interesting rocks. Every moment felt relaxing and special. We can’t wait to come back — this place is a true gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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