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Oceanfront Cottage 1.3 miles to Bass Harbor Lighthouse on FREE shuttle route

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Street view of Seaside Rose Cottage
Living/dining area with sliding glass door to porch and panoramic views of sea
Panoramic views of harbor, marina, fishing boats
Living area, TV, doors to downstairs bedroom & bathroom
Welcome guidebook custom made by local owners and area information

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1st Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Sleeping Nook 1

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Sleeping Nook 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Cottage 1.3 miles to Bass Harbor Lighthouse on FREE shuttle route

Seaside Rose is an oceanfront cottage with panoramic views of the traditional working Maine fishing port of Bass Harbor. Guests can enjoy watching lobster and fishing boats, sail boats, sea birds and stunning sunsets from the outside deck, open-concept living and dining area, or from the second-floor sitting area.

The cottage is fully equipped to accommodate 6 guests with a queen bedroom and full bath on the first floor and two queen sleeping nooks on the second floor, separated by the upstairs sitting area and full bath with shower.

Seaside Rose is conveniently located to the Swans Island Ferry Terminal (0.4 miles), the Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse (1.3 miles), Seawall in Acadia National Park (4 miles) and Ship's Harbor and Wonderland hiking trails (1.9 miles). The cottage is a convenient 3 miles from downtown Southwest Harbor. The FREE Island Explorer Shuttle Bus can pick up right from the cottage and transport you and your guests to Acadia National Park, the popular tourist destination of Bar Harbor, or any of Mount Desert Island's "quiet side" towns including Southwest and Northeast Harbor.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The property is not child proofed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
$200 fee for non-compliance.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$200 fee for smoking inside.
Check out is by 10am. Guests who fail to check out by 10am will be charged a $25.00 fee and an additional $25 for each additional hour they are over.
Permanent staining, breakage, or loss of property will result in a replacement fee and owner reimbursement for any additional cleaning at $25/hour.
Third party booking is not permitted. The individuals who have made the reservation must be the ones who will stay at the property after booking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1409246vb
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

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and West Street Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia 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 hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Bass Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 6 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Cottage 1.3 miles to Bass Harbor Lighthouse on FREE shuttle route pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oceanfront Cottage 1.3 miles to Bass Harbor Lighthouse on FREE shuttle route?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Cottage 1.3 miles to Bass Harbor Lighthouse on FREE shuttle route?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Cottage 1.3 miles to Bass Harbor Lighthouse on FREE shuttle route?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Cottage 1.3 miles to Bass Harbor Lighthouse on FREE shuttle route located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Had a great time

Fantastic trip, will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect in every way. It was immaculate, comfortable, quiet, very adequate and a great location for exploring in Acadia National Park and the whole area. The kitchen was so nice and the grill worked perfectly. The 2 bathrooms were a plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I stayed for almost a week and loved everything about the house and location. The house was very clean, cozy, and had great views of Bass Harbor. Easy to get out and explore Southwest Harbor and Acadia National Park. We would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

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

Perfect Bass Harbor stay

The house was in a great location and was close to everything! Cant wait to come back and enjoy this great area of Maine!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Fall Getaway

Great location, very clean , and comfortable. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

This is a favorite

We loved this place! The house is in a beautiful spot right on the harbor. It was fun to watch the tide come in and out. It is a very clean and well appointed house with comfortable beds and it had everything we needed. We enjoyed staying on the “quiet” side of Mt. Desert Island. This is our favorite vacation rental we’ve ever stayed in
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Thanks for the great review Matthew! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and honored to be considered as your favorite! I hope we're able to host you again someday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne E.

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

Seaside Rose

Absolutely beautiful property with everything you could need. The views were breathtaking and the location was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo R.

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

Beautiful and quiet, all the comforts of home.

This spacious home on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island was perfect in every way. Super clean, with a beautiful view of Bass Harbor.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Great View

House was in very clean shape when we arrived and we had a great stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin E.

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

Wonderful location

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here. The views are wonderful and the house was clean and had everything we needed. Excellent proximity to the lighthouse and Seawall where I photographed the sunrise, sunset, and Milky Way. Can’t beat rolling out of bed and driving only 5 minutes to these southern points. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb 2021
Thanks for the great review Robin. It's true! The quiet side of the island is filled with gorgeous places, many of which aren't as crowded as those closer to downtown Bar Harbor. The Bass Harbor lighthouse is the BEST place on the island to catch the sunset! I'm so glad to hear you captured such memorable photographs! - Amber
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Perfect place with the best views!!

This place did not disappoint!! When we arrived, we were in awe of the beautiful views!! We were right on the water and enjoyed watching the tide change each day. The house was adorable and we truly loved everything about it! It is very well- maintained and we felt so relaxed and at home. We loved the location as well! Away from the crowds but super close to restaurants and other points of interest. We would Definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter g.

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

Nice Place to Stayu

We had a great time and the house was as advertised. The only negatives were the weather that had some showers but the owner can't control the weather. Nice views of the harbor and we enjoyed seeing the tides fill the "pond" and then draining it. It is very near some nice places to walk and see the Maine Coast. We had a very fine stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb 2021
Thanks for the review Peter! It is such a bummer when you're in an outdoor destination and the weather is poor. For our future guests who are caught in the rain, I love to get out on the trails when it's a bit drizzly - I basically have the whole park to myself! Another great rainy day activity is to take a Paddle Board trip with Acadia SUP located in downtown Bar Harbor. In the summer, it's often warm enough even in the rain, and on the paddle boards you can get in and out of the lake and really enjoy being wet! For indoor activities I recommend the Seal Cove Auto Museum, the Abbe Museum, the Bar Harbor Historical Society, the George Dorr Museum of Natural History, the Sieur de Monte Nature Center, or the Great Harbor Maritime Museum. - Amber
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason F.

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

Very Clean/Easy Access

Very clean property, better sized for 4 people or families with smaller children. Water access quite difficult. Owner was easy to access, right along bus route for great access around the entire island. Quiet part of the island which was very nice.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trixie W.

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

Acadia

Beautiful views from almost anywhere in the home! Very clean and owners are extremely professional and timely to respond. Easy to a cess to Bar Harbor and Acadia.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Beautiful views of Bass Harbor

Very nice little house right on the water. We thoroughly enjoyed watching all of the lobster boats come and go. The house had all the necessities and was a very nice "home base" during our trip. The bbeds were all very firm but easily remedied with a few foam mattress toppers. We will return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam T.

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

A beautiful get a way!

As always another perfect get a way! We so love staying here! Looking out the window on Bass Harbor and watching the ever changing tides is so relaxing and beautiful! It’s such a beautiful home and provides us with everything we need! There is simply nothing like staying in Bass Harbor( the quiet side of the Island). Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

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

Bucket list

Loved the place and went whale watching (saw no whales). Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie h.

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

Family vacation!

Our family of six stayed at this house as we were there to hike Acadia national Park. The house is spotless, and a very accessible area, and had outdoor space to play spike ball in cornhole and ride bikes. We did the nature tour right in our harbor, went to Thurston’s the yellow building right across the harbor and visited the boat museum. Our only suggestion would be furniture upstairs that you can sit on to hang out that is a little bit more comfortable than two chairs. The teens wanted their own space to hangout together. The neighbors were fantastic and even let our kids hold their parrot, Uno. We would 100% book again..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna R.

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

Great location, lots to offer!

We spent a week at Seaside Rose last week of July. Weather was perfect! It was a great location for our family to have activities near by (Island Cruises, National Park kayak rentals, hikes, restaurants) and downtime fun at the house (exploring at low tide and floating around at high tide). It’s 30 minutes to get to most spots in Acadia, but it was worth having a variety of options to explore for the week without the crowding of Bar Harbor. We went to the park several days, used the free bus option from the visitor center to avoid parking issues. The house was clean, had great views of the sunset and was perfect for our family of 4 (kids had whole upstairs)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve A.

Quiet, beautiful and peaceful!

We loved our stay in Bass Harbor, the "quiet side" of Acadia National Park. The house has a wonderful view of the harbor and the sunsets from the deck are lovely! The photos online do not do the house justice. The house is much better, with the entire living and dining room windows facing Bass Harbor. The house has nice decor and a fully stocked kitchen and laundry room. Good location to SW Harbor and just down the street from the lighthouse. If you're into hiking, don't miss hiking up to the fire tower at the summit of Beech Mountain. Incredible views of the Cranberry Islands, Bartlett Island and Long Pond. Picturesque picnic spots at the Seawall, just about 5 minutes from the house. These accommodations and Acadia National Park highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly C.

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

Quiet, beautiful view

This home was very cute in the quiet area on Bass Harbor. We did several Acadia hikes, went to Bar Harbor took the ferry to Swan’s Island and road ebikes and went to Cadillac Mt. We were pretty active and even enjoyed the rainy days. Communication and check in was easy. Local restaurants are very quaint with good food. The downside is the overall comfort. The master bed caused back pain for my husband and I. He slept on the sofa. You can feel the springs when you lay down. The decorative chairs in the LR feel like boards. The view is great with seating arranged around windows, but relaxing at the end of a long hike did not happen. We had our 3 sons 15+ with us and we could not all be in the living room in comfort. We often separated and and all went to different rooms to lay down. We tried to keep busy and only sleep and make meals in the house. The sofa is very comfortable, but not big enough for 5. I did appreciate the views out the windows and the well stocked kitchen/bathroom. Overall, if there were some comfort changes, I would consider staying again. If you have any type of back or neck issues, it could be an issue for you. I am currently home and icing my back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Hi Kelly! Thanks so much for your review! We truly value feedback from our guests to help us provide the best experience possible. Getting a good nights rest on vacation is so important! To address the comfort issues you've brought to our attention we've replaced all our mattresses (September 2023) to ensure future guests have the best possible experience. Thanks again for staying with us and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie C.

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

AMAZING!!!

This property was AMAZING! First, let me say kudos for the perfect communication. We had all we needed to find the property (excellent directions) and gain entry and enjoy our stay. The property was MORE than expected regarding location and amenities! We fell in LOVE the "quiet" side of the island and being able to see the bay. Sleeping with windows open and smelling the salt air and hearing the bay sounds were wonderful The décor was so homey and beautiful and made Seaside Rose perfect. I took some ideas back for my own home But truly, what amazed me more than anything was the cleanliness of the home. I have stayed in lots of accommodation's through the years in my travels, and am always a bit leery and prepared to clean if needed upon arrival. But Seaside Rose was spotless! Please pass on to your crew how impressed I was with their diligence, you could tell they took pride in their work! I would LOVE if they lived closer as they would be a blessing to have in our area! I have never felt more at home, and at ease than at Seaside Rose. I traveled with my mother, and knowing that we both were comfortable in the space (first floor accommodations were perfect for her) set my mind at ease and allowed us to be excited to come "home" each evening. THANK YOU for the perfect stay in sweet Bass Harbor, Maine. If we are every blessed to go back to the area- Seaside Rose would be my top choice!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Perfect cottage

This cottage was the perfect location from which to explore MDI. It was quiet and away from all the Bar Harbor traffic, yet close enough to restaurants and all the tourist sites. The view of Bass Harbor from the cottage was nothing short of amazing! The cottage was comfortable, spacious and spotlessly clean. We cooked some meals there and found everything we needed. There was even a lobster pot, though we could have used some shell crackers. We were there in soft-shell season and made do without them. The Ketch restaurant is in walking distance and was quite good. Their menu is in the handy binder at the cottage that contains all sorts of info about the area. Other good restaurants were a short drive away. We enjoyed lots of good hikes on MDI and over at Schoodic Penninsula. There is a good sunset viewing area up the street between the cottage and the Ketch Restaurant. We enjoyed a nice Acadia vacation, though it was more crowded than we expected for September on the east side of the island, though the west (quiet) side was fine. This cottage exceeded our expectations and we would happily stay here again. It was one of the best rentals we've stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela c Murray & m.

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

Perfect

Loved, Loved, LOVED this property. Comfortable and clean accomodations, beautiful sunsets, room for the family to spread out, and away from the bustle of Bar Harbor. Will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet C W.

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

Review

We had a positive experience. The house was as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Amber

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Seaside Rose is owned by Peter and Valerie, 30-year island residents and managed by their daughter.

A message from the owners - Having lived on Mount Desert Island most of our lives, we can say that it is sometimes easy to take for granted all that we have here. But when we begin to describe all that the Island has to offer a visitor we remember just how lucky we are to live here. The mountains, the sea, the woods, lakes, and the people make this one of the most unique and enjoyable places we have ever known. We hope you will take full advantage of what Mount Desert Island has to offer your visit

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