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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV, books, stereo
Interior
Interior
Terrace/patio

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms2800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, Maine
  • Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southwest Harbor

Located within a 5-minute walk of Wendell Gilley Museum, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Acadia National Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Echo Lake Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 22 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 29 min drive - 17.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬4 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.

1 Mi to Acadia National Park: Spacious Retreat!

Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Walk to Coffee Shop | Serene Backyard

Unwind, explore, and reconnect in the heart of Mount Desert Island at this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath house in Southwest Harbor — a perfect haven for families craving the magic of Maine's 'quiet side.' Tucked near the harbor's shores and close to Acadia's coastal trails, this vacation rental blends comfort with convenience. Spend your days hiking, sailing, and sampling lobster fresh off the boat, then gather back home to relax on the deck!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 5: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Apartment Suite: 1 queen Murphy bed

MAIN FEATURES
- Smart TVs, stereo
- Board games & books
- Furnished deck, balcony & front porch
- Private yard (unfenced), fire pit
- Gas grill (propane provided)
- Dining table & breakfast bar
- Fireplaces (decorative only)

MAIN KITCHEN 
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Microwave, toaster, blender, Crockpot
- Drip coffee maker (coffee provided)
- Ice maker, cooking basics, spices
- Dishware/flatware

APARTMENT SUITE KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave
- Drip coffee maker
- Dishware/flatware

GENERAL 
- Free WiFi
- Washer & dryer (detergent provided)
- Window A/C units, baseboard heating, ceiling fans
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries
- Iron/board, hair dryer
- Keyless entry
- Trash bags & paper towels

FAQ
- 5 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 5 steps to enter
- All bedrooms & full bathrooms on 2nd floor

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)
- RV/trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

- Close to waterfront dining, trails & golf courses
- 2 miles to Echo Lake Beach
- 13-16 miles to Bar Harbor: Eagle Lake, bustling shops, whale watching & nightlife
- 20 miles to Sand Beach & Little Hunters Beach
- 51 miles to Bangor Int'l Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 30 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires 5 steps to enter; all bedrooms and full bathrooms are located on the 2nd floor
- The fireplaces are decorative only and not available for guest use
- Your safety matters. This property features 5 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the front door facing the exterior entry, 1 camera is on the back door facing the exterior entry, 1 camera is on the exterior entrance to the utility room facing out, 1 camera is on the corner of the house facing the backyard, and 1 camera is on the corner of the house facing the driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The front door camera records video and sound when motion is detected; the remaining cameras do not record while guests are in residence
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 and a first aid kit
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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 30

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.
  • 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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

526275

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Southwest Harbor, just steps from Wendell Gilley Museum. You'll also find Acadia National Park and Echo Lake Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at 1 Mi to Acadia National Park: Spacious Retreat!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at 1 Mi to Acadia National Park: Spacious Retreat!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is 12.3 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 1 Mi to Acadia National Park: Spacious Retreat!?

Yes, every accommodation at 1 Mi to Acadia National Park: Spacious Retreat! comes with a balcony.

1 Mi to Acadia National Park: Spacious Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space for larger group

We had 11 in our group (5 kids) and were very happy the house was as pictured with great common gathering space. Great location to walk to downtown and an easy drive to multiple Acadia trail heads. Beds were comfortable and the host was responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Camille H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a beautiful, spacious house in a gorgeous area! Our family really enjoyed staying here with Acadia & Bar Harbor so close by.There was no air conditioning at the house, which is common for the area, but it made leaving windows & doors open for air flow in the Summer difficult…The house is right off the Main road, so the auto traffic going by is pretty loud, especially with leaving windows open to cool off at night. We did not have garage access, just noting here in case that’s something needed. We slept 12 pretty comfortably, using the pull out. 14 people would have not been as comfortable especially with few bathrooms. Overall, it’s a lovely place in a fantastic location for experiencing Mount Desert Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Located within easy walking distance to town of Southwest Harbor and an easy drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia park. Zane had good communication with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness

J family

Our family had a wonderful time visiting Maine, specifically Acadia NP and Bar Harbor areas. This house is easy-to-get-to, but away from the crowds of the park and Bar Harbor, but we were able to access both with ease. Zane, our host recommended several beautiful hikes near the house that we very much enjoyed. The house was clean with plenty of beds, showers, seats (couches and table) to meet our needs. We will return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient location to Acadia and Bar Harbor

This house was very convenient to Acadia NP and Bar Harbor. It had plenty of room for our party of 4 adults and 3 kids. The beds were comfortable, kitchen was well stocked, and there was plenty of seating. Our grandkids loved the games! The arrangement of the bedrooms with a separate entrance from outside on the back deck for the two bedrooms over the garage was unusual. Good to know for those families with many young children. I would highly recommend you bring earplugs as the traffic on Main Street was loud at night. With the A/C window units (which we were thankful for), the windows couldn't be completely closed to help lessen the road noise. The first floor doesn't have A/C but there are fans which helped with our July visit. Zane was super responsive when things needed attention. He gave us restaurant recommendations which were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home for the whole family

Zane helped us immensely for local information and he was available always. Great house for multiple young families with main house and apt above garage. It was helpful to have window ac units in all bedrooms since it was a little warm during our week. Walking distance to downtown with ice cream shops and coffee houses. Because the house is on the road-there is a lot of car noise at night but always felt safe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Acadia Summit Success

Absolutely perfect location in Southwest Harbor. Everything was great from check-in to check-out. Zane is super responsive, answering all questions/needs. The house is exactly as described and pictured, definitely recommend for any groups or families staying in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weeklong Stay

Property was perfect for multi generation group. There was plenty of space for privacy, but communal areas fit everyone. It was right on main road leading into Southwest Harbor about 20 min from Bar Harbor and 25 into Acadia depending where you are headed. It was really nice to be away from Bar Harbor crowds and being close to Echo Lake (5 min) was perfect for our toddlers and the grandparents. Highly recommend and Zane was attentive throughout stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

Very clean, spacious, wonderful location. We were a group of 11. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Kerry E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vaca

First, the area is very beautiful. We thought the house was a little further off the road, but it was a little too close. Road traffic was heard in the house. The house was clean, but it does show somewhere in tear. The kitchen was well stocked with needed items. The week we stayed. The weather was warmer than normal. The owner installed window air conditioners to help with the heat. He was very responsive to any requests that we had. The outdoor decks are very nice. The yard and landscaping along with the fire pit could use, a little more attention as far as the vacation goes. We had a wonderful time and a really good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Location!

We had a wonderful stay in Southwest Harbor! This location was close to everything! The house met all of our needs for a group of 14 - great location, clean, lots of room and a perfect outdoor area for all of us. Zane was a wonderfil host - he communicated timely and answered all of our questions. We loved our stay and all the memories we made in Maine!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

The house was a good fit for our group of 5 children and 8 adults. You can walk easily into the village of Southwest Harbor on sidewalks. The drive to Bar Harbor and the main park entrance is about 30 minutes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for a group!

The house works very well for a group. Kitchen has what you need , the living room has comfortable seating for 8 , and the dining area can easily double as a room for games. There are steps involved for both the sleeping areas (main house and apartment ) in case that is of concern. Zane was very responsive to all our questions . A great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay!

We had a terrific visit! The place was plenty comfortable for our group of 11 adults and 2 elementary school kids. The two adults who could only stay for 3 nights slept on the sofa bed, and the kids slept on the Murphy bed in the apartment for the week. All other adults had their own bedrooms. Those of us who stayed in the apartment loved the privacy of the apartment unit—and having our own kitchen. And both kitchens were well equipped, so the avid chefs in the group we were able to cook dinners easily. Finally: Zane did a great job responding to our questions and welcoming us to the property. Thanks for a terrific week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay on the quiet side

Spacious and accommodating house that was great for our large party of 9 (4 adults, 5 kids). House was well stocked with all of the kitchen supplies you could hope for. Backyard was great for grilling and campfires (host left ample firewood for our stay). Check in/check out was incredibly easy. Great stay on the quiet side of MDI. Would stay again and recommend to anyone looking to visit Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

The house is spacious and comfortable for my family and myself. Walking distance to the town

Excellent. Owner was very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B., Arlington, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for groups exploring MDI!

Our party of 9 was so happy with this house! Perfectly located on Main street in southwest harbor, made it easy to access not only Bar Harbor and Acadia NP, but also downtown SW harbor plus the other small towns on the island. Zane was super easy to communicate with and checking in/out was a breeze! Would definitely stay here again if we choose to return to MDI for a future vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house on Quiet Side of Acadia - for large family

Great house, host was very communicative. Only 5 bedrooms so extra guests had to sleep on Murphy bed and pull out sofa. Which normally would have been ok but we had a hot week and those rooms were hot at night! Otherwise great house and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janette M., Hummelstown

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the house

Clean, convenient, spacious! Great landlord.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient and Spacious!

The house was spacious yet felt connected. All of the beds were super comfy and clean, we loved lots of great spaces inside and out for big our big family to relax and enjoy being together. Kids loved yard for playing catch and ring toss, adults watched from deck. Close enough to walk into town and proximity to trailheads was great. Only downside was noise and speed of traffic on road - house is on one of the main roads into SW harbor amd quite close to street. If you have young children the property is not fenced, so just be aware you’ll need to keep a close eye on toddlers when they are outdoors. Zane super responsive and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely spot

The property is spacious and comfortable and Zane had good suggestions for things to do that we would not have discovered without his advice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aggie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay in SW Harbor

Zane's home was a lovely stay for our family during a few nights in Southwest Harbor. It's spacious, clean and comfortable. Zane was also a very helpful and communicative host, and was quick to help us on small minor issues we experienced. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a wonderful time!

We had 14 family members ranging from 5 to 71 all staying together. It was such a wonderful house for all. Zane was an exceptional host. He checked on us from time to time to make sure everything was good but was never intrusive. He was very helpful and kind. There were games, books and travel info in the house for all ages. Acadia Park was close and you could walk to SW Harbor ! The house itself slept everyone comfortably. The kitchen was well-stocked. I can’t say enough about it! We will certainly return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William C., East Walpole, Ma.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

All good! Great host great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for groups!

We had a great stay at Zane's house. It offered our group of 6 tons of space, multiple bathrooms, and a large living room and kitchen for hanging out and cooking. The location was good, with an easy, short walk into Southwest Harbor, great hiking nearby, and driving everywhere else we wanted to go was easy. Zane was an excellent host. He offered up tips throughout the week on really good hikes, and he came through with a last minute ride too and from Bar Harbor when all of the local taxi services were booked or not running. We were super grateful. My only complaints would be that the street it was on was a bit busy, so the traffic noise was sometimes noticeable if that is something that bothers you. And the master bedroom could use a curtain or blinds on the door out to the balcony. If you need complete darkness to sleep, bring an eye mask. But, overall we had a really fun stay and would recommend Zane's wonderful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021