Cabin

Acadia Explorer Cabin 2

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Exterior
Interior
entry way
main living area, loft ladder
facing kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 655.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Southwest harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Echo Lake Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Acadia Explorer Cabin 2

The cabin is heated. It has hot and cold running water. The bathroom is equipped with a toilet, sink and a shower. The kitchen includes a stove with oven, a microwave fume hood, a full size refrigerator, coffee maker that make a pot,or you use k-cup. Table that pulls out to accommodate more setting and 6 chairs and a stacked washer/dryer. The sleeping arrangements accommodate 6 people with a queen size bed in the bedroom, a sleep sofa that pulls out into a queen size bed and there are 2 twin beds in the sleeping loft. Also for your enjoyment we have added Satellite TV. The cabin has a screened in porch with a small table and 2 chairs. There is a BBQ grill outside and a picnic table . We also have a small patio ,fire pit and chairs outside for evening enjoyment.
The cabin includes cooking supplies (pots, pans and utensils) as well as plates, bowls, cups, spoons, forks and knives. Also supplied are bath towels, hand towels and face clothes as well as paper towels and toilet paper. We also supply bedding, sheets, blankets (one per bed), pillow cases and pillows. You only have to bring food and a vacation attitudes. Check in time is on Saturday at 2pm and check out is at 10am the following Saturday. Quiet time starts at 9pm. The cabin is non smoking. There will be ‘butt‘ cans for smokers to use outside. Smoking inside will result in a cleaning fee. We ask that you keep your pets at home for several reasons, the ‘land minds’ they leave behind and allergies other guest may have.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cabin is in a rural area. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain climbing nearby.
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Southwest harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Long Pond - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 26 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 33 min drive - 30.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Vacationland Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Acadia Explorer Cabin 2 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Acadia Explorer Cabin 2 ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Acadia Explorer Cabin 2 ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Acadia Explorer Cabin 2 located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor cabin is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 99 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Everything! Nothing like hiking right into Acadia from the back yard. Kids loved the loft and the sofa couch. We were also very pleasantly surprised when we learned they had an EV car charger we could use.We hope to come again, but maybe for 2 weeks next time, one week is just not enough time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Peaceful tranquility!

We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week in Acadia! Rob and Marj are stellar hosts and the cabin had everything we needed. This was our second time staying with them and it was perfect for us! :)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

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

Great stay!

Our family had a wonderful time at this cabin. It was exactly as advertised and fit out four children perfectly. They especially loved playing Cornhole in the evening. We are already talking about planning a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My week at Acadia National Park was amazing and this quaint cabin, which is steps from the park itself and trails, was everything as listed. It was clean, newer and quiet. I was on a solo trip, but it could easily sleep 4 or 6 people with the loft. The inside is roomy with a single bathroom with shower and a full kitchen, and the outside offered a grill and fire pit (stocked plentifully with wood to burn). It's about a 10 minute drive to the nearest town and is on the quieter side of the island, Bar Harbor is about a 30-minute easy drive. There are 2 other cabins on the property along with the owner's home, but they are well spaced apart that they feel well separated; Cabin 2 is the most secluded from the others. If I ever get back to Maine I will be booking again. Thanks to Tom for his hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie O.

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

1st time to Desert Isle

Enjoyed every minute, the cabin is in a great location and we are already making plans for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina P.

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

Quiet place in the woods

Great location for activities in Acadia National Park. Host was great to work with and quick to assist with any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

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

Beautiful

Gorgeous property. Excellent cabin. Loved everything! Rob was wonderful, friendly, and responsive. Highly recommend! Will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

Great little cabin in the woods

This was an excellent and affordable place to stay. I would rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug & Linda K.

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

Quiet stay

We had a great stay. The cabin is in a quiet area. The gas grill and fire ring for campfires is a plus. The cabin was clean and had plenty of space. It is a quick drive into town and a short drive to everything in Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James c.

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

Spectacular

This was an amazing experience for us. The cabin and area was so beautiful. Its a vacation stay we will never forget. Our hos was very pleasant and informative of tge area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zahra M.

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

Wonderful Acadia Cabin

This is a perfectly appointed cabin for a family trip to Acacdia! You can walk right to a trail that leads to Long Pond and the cabin is clean and bright. We hope to be back one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcy l., N. Wales, Pa.

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

Perfect Cabin

Exactly as it looks in the pictures, the cabin was clean and well stocked with all the basics. An added plus is that you can access trails in Acadia NP from the cabin. Enjoyed our stay, even though it rained every day. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

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

Best place to relax!

We love to camp in Maine and this cabin is like the best campsite with a sweet house. We hiked on the trail right next to it and thoroughly enjoyed the peace, quiet and privacy. This is our third time renting this cabin and Rob and Marj are the best. Loved every minute of our time here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Outdoor quiet

We enjoyed the outdoor fire pit and picnic table a lot. This is directly next to national park property and you can hike right off the camp. If you want a quiet place at night after a busy day on the island then this is it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Slawomir D.

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

Absolutely amazing

We absolutely love everything about this cabin. Privacy, distance to some great trails, restaurants and gift shops. We are already thinking about booking for 2020. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Absolutely wonderful!

Wow! What can I say. This property that Rob and Marj have created is an absolute must if you want both privacy and accessibility to what Acadia and Mount Desert Island bave to offer. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS L.

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

Excellent

The cabin was as advertised and as pictured! It is in the woods, but has everything you need. Everything is clean and works well, including the Weber Grill outside. We will stay here again when we go back to Southwest Harbor in a couple of years. Thank you, Rob!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila O.

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

Immaculate!

The cabin was so clean and comfortable for my three children and I. We loved that the cabin was secluded and right on the Acadia trail system. It was nice to go for a hike in the morning as others in our group were able to sleep in. We had a great time and Rob and Marg were attentive and hospitable hosts. Rob even set up a lobster pot for us to use for our fresh lobster dinner. Overall a wonderful experience and I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audri N.

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

Quaint cabin on the edge of Acadia

The cabin was very clean and spacious. It was great having linen and some basic supplies available, including firewood! The host greeted us in arrival and was available if we needed him. The best part was being able to walk out of yiur cabin and access Acadia trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth W.

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

Great, quiet spot near SW Harbor Center

The cabin is clean and perfect for an active family of 5. The “grass” is moss and the grounds are so pretty. You can hike Acadia right off property! I always do laundry on vacation and the stacked appliances were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonathan b.

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

Fantastic Stay

This property is fantastic. The cabin was clean upon arrival and well stocked with all the essentials. My family (two adults + 3 kids) had plenty of space. The location is secluded but close enough to Southwest Harbor that you can run into town for groceries, shopping, etc. The outdoor area around the cabin is amazing, with plenty of space for the kids to explore, a fire pit, grill, and direct access to Acadia trails! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Great Acadia NP Home Base

The cabin was perfect for what we needed - a comfortable place to return and sleep after exploring Acadia National Park all day. The kitchen worked for preparing simple meals. The bathroom was clean and comfortable, as were the bedrooms. We enjoyed the fire pit multiple night and ate most of our dinners out on the porch. The main room was quite large - a perfect space for prepping for long bike rides and day hikes. We also absolutely loved the option for starting a hike or bike ride into the park directly from the property without having to drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

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

Great Getaway

We loved this cozy cottage. It was as good, if not better than the listing. It was quiet and off the beaten path, with Acadia literally outside the door. This was our first visit to Maine. I am so glad we elected not to stay in Bar Harbor as it was crazy, busy when we were over there. This cottage on the "Quiet Side" of the island is perfect. Southwest Harbor is such a quaint little town. There are many good places to eat and it's only about 20 minutes from Bar Harbor and the main entrance to Acadia. I highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C., Henderson

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

A true gem in Acadia

This is our third year visiting the Explorer cabins and we have already reserved 2023. If you are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor, this place is for you! Downtown Southwest Harbor is a couple miles away and has plenty of dining options and the kitchen is well enough appointed that you can cook for yourself. You can hike many miles of trail in the National Park right out of your front door, so you won’t have to search for parking. Marj and Rob are just down the driveway, but the cabin is very private from their home and the neighboring cabin. I really can’t say enough great things about this place!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rob and Marj Rankin

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We live on the property about 300 feet from the cabin. We built the cabin from a log kit, started in 2012 and finished in June 2013 for the rental season.

Why they chose this property

This cabin was finished this year, 2013. It measures 20' x 30 and features a separate bedroom, a sleeping loft, a separate bathroom, a full size kitchen and a screened in deck. It is nestled in a wooded area at a 1/4 from the base of Mansel Mountain on the ‘Quiet Side’ of the Island, within 500 feet from the owners residence, and 300 feet form cabin 1and 3 and the nearest neighbor and only 3 miles to the center of town. There is private access to hiking and bicycling trails using your own entrance to Acadia National Park, right outside your front door. Within a short driving distance there are swimming, deep sea and fresh water fishing, canoeing, kayaking and boat rentals. There are also other recreations such as golf, tennis, horseback riding, Whale Watching cruises, glider rides, Park guided tours, bird watching, lighthouse tours and galleries within a short driving distance.

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