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Welcome Aboard! Cozy Docked Houseboat

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A dock leading to a marina with boats and a clear sky.
A deck with a patterned rug, wooden lounge chairs, and a sofa facing a marina with boats and a forested hill in the background.
A marina sign with 'Welcome To Dysart's Great Harbor Marina' and 'Guests Only' text.
A wooden dock with a sign welcoming to Dysart's Great Harbor Marina, a marina with boats, and a wooden cart.
A compact kitchenette with a stove, sink, and storage cabinets.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bathrooms248 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southwest Harbor

Located within a leisurely stroll of Wendell Gilley Museum, this houseboat is within a few miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park. Guestrooms at this houseboat include kitchens.
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What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 18.1 miles
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 21.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬29 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Welcome Aboard! Cozy Docked Houseboat

Welcome aboard your cozy on-the-water houseboat at Dysart’s Marina in Southwest Harbor. This stationary stay sleeps up to 3 guests and includes a small kitchenette and onboard toilet. Enjoy peaceful harbor views and watch lobstermen head out in the early morning while you are watching the sunrise. Guests can use the marina showers and laundry. Perfect for a unique relaxing coastal getaway—the boat does not leave the dock.
Please do not go on top of the boat, or on the bow.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 248 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

Please do not go on top of the boat, or on the bow.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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 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: 18

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, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

511859

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this houseboat?

This houseboat is located in Southwest Harbor within a short 14-minute walk of Wendell Gilley Museum. You'll also find Acadia National Park and Long Pond within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Welcome Aboard! Cozy Docked Houseboat?

No, there isn't parking available at the houseboat.

Is this houseboat next to a casino?

No, this houseboat is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this houseboat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this houseboat.

Is Welcome Aboard! Cozy Docked Houseboat good for couples?

With a stay at this waterfront houseboat, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each accommodation plus an ocean view and a kitchen in some.

Does Welcome Aboard! Cozy Docked Houseboat have a hot tub?

No, this houseboat doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this houseboat provide breakfast?

No, this houseboat doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this houseboat allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does Welcome Aboard! Cozy Docked Houseboat have connecting rooms available?

No, this houseboat doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this houseboat?

The closest major airport to this houseboat is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is 13.1 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Welcome Aboard! Cozy Docked Houseboat?

No, there aren't any accommodations at Welcome Aboard! Cozy Docked Houseboat that offer a balcony.

Welcome Aboard! Cozy Docked Houseboat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The boat is a perfect home base for exploring Acadia National Park. Close to restaurants and shops and the marina is quiet, picturesque and serene. What a terrific adventure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super awesome stay right near Acadia National park! The marina is super quiet, and relaxing and after a long day in the park. The host was super responsive and was very helpful throughout out our stay, and the price was very resonable for the area. Would definitely come back again!! Could not reccomend this property enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Amenities at the marina were very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The weather didn't cooperate. But the spot was right on. I walked my dog for coffee every morning nice clean boat and dock. And very nice little town. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The spot was beautiful. The bathrooms were clean and the coffee shop nearby was wonderful. Close to many sites to visit. We could come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved! Such a vibe and great experience! I would easily stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Loved it! Such a fun relaxing experience. It was nice and clean and all the amenities you need for a comfy stay. Really appreciate that we could have our dog too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026