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The Bungalow

Holiday home with kitchen, near Acadia National Park

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The Bungalow
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The Bungalow is an apartment at the back of an 1830's farmhouse.
Living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Bungalow

The Bungalow is the perfect spot for your Acadia National Park getaway. Perfect for two people, this cozy, newly renovated and well appointed apartment will provide a relaxing spot to enjoy your vacation. Multiple park access points are within 2 miles, Bar Harbor and the Park Loop Road are 20 minutes away. Need accommodations for multiple families - 3 townhouses are also available on the property. 3 night minimum stay May 15st to Oct 13th.

The space
Great outdoor sitting area with bar table and chairs.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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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
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Southwest Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History 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 mountain climbing and hiking nearby.
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Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 22 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 29 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bungalow pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bungalow?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bungalow located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jolene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little bungalow close to everything we wanted to see and do
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy spot to stay while visiting Acadia. Close to market, restaurants, hiking, Somes Sound & more.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for our stay! Comfy, cozy, clean and convenient to access so many beautiful places on MDI. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place to stay! Conveniently located within walking distance to coffee and shops in Southwest Harbor, and a bed so comfy I took note of the mattress as we were packing up.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bungalow was a great place for us to stay as we explored Acadia National Park. It was clean, comfortable, and provided just what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kira B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy, conveniently located near the heart of Southwest Harbor. Walkable to center of town and just a few minutes drive to trails, mini golf, grocery store, and a lake for swimming.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the bungalow and staying on the quiet side in general! Such a great area with good hikes, food, and shopping all nearby. The Bungalow had everything we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bungalow was a great way to see all Acadia has to offer while staying separate from the business of Bar Harbor. The unit is cozy and has plenty of stocked appliances. Southwest Harbor is a hidden gem and still close to any sights you have on your agenda.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place though small worked for the two of us. It was clean, tidy and had everything we needed. We were able to walk to eat as the restaurants wer about half a mile from the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda I.

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

Perfect spot to see Acadia!

Our stay was so great! The property is even cuter than pictured, perfect for a two person getaway. We were able to access everything we needed in the park and have a quieter retreat from bustling bar harbor. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect amount of space for my husband and I. We spent most days exploring the many lovely areas nearby. As Floridians, we were a bit surprised there was no air conditioning, but honestly we didn't need it! It was a great homebase!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

Wonderful home away from home

The bungalow was a lovely home away from home with just enough of everything to make our stay on MDI very comfortable. Communication with host was stellar and made check in and out a breeze. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and having a washer and dryer with soap provided! The Bungalow was very clean and the reason I gave it a 4 rather than a 5 is because the furniture was stained, the couch was bumpy from the springs and the bedspread didn’t smell fresh. The place itself was quite cool with the old wood mixed in the structure. The kitchen is beautifully redone and is well stocked. The bed was comfy although it is a very tight room for space. The bathroom was very clean and spacious. We would stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany E.

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

Great space in a good location

Cute place to stay in a good location for access to acadia and bar harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

July, 2025 Bungalow SW Harbor

Everything as advertised. Walked daily to at least one meal in SW Harbor. Pretty much just slept there or stopped in to change clothes after hiking. Fun time - Would come back again!Two deer visited us during the week.2nd Sat. of July - Pink Flamingo Parade - Marches right past this property. Loads of fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Great spot!

This place was a great place to stay to explore Acadia and bar harbor area! The space felt homely and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Great place for 2 adults to explore the area

Adorable bungalow in great location. Everything worked out very well. Can recommend without reservation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh L.

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

Amazing Stay

Location was perfect for access to Acadia National Park. Super quiet in Southwest Harbor. Would love to stay there again. Great restaurants and bars nearby. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Acadia Visit

Good location close to the park entrance and to Bar Harbor , small but very clean. Worked good for the two of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Convenient location

The Bungalow was a perfect launching pad for our Acadia hikes with the added benefit of being close the very nice Southwest Harbor restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy J.

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

Photography trip

I met some friends in Southwest Harbor for a photography trip and my stay was at The Bungalow. Everything about the place was just as advertised. It was a great space for one or two people. I really loved the location, just a few blocks from shops and restaurants but far enough away that pulling out into traffic wasn’t a problem. I had a tiny glitch when I first got there (all on me) and when I reached out I had an answer within minutes. Would definitely recommend and will stay again if I ever get back to Acadia!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris M.

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

Cozy spot

As clean as it can be, cozy and efficient : this little one-bedroom extension is perfect for a few days on the isle.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bungalow! It was perfect for our Acadia getaway. An easy 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor and even a few cute coffee shops right down the street from the property. Ingrid was also very responsive and easy to contact with questions!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

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

Great Location

Great spot on the quiet side of Acadia. It was close to the park and far enough from the crowds of Bar Harbor. Convenient location and clean bungalow. Would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ingrid Kachmar

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I have an array of vacation properties on Mount Desert Island that I have been renting to visitors for over 20 years.

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