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Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Southwest Harbor, ME
- Wendell Gilley Museum6 min walk
- Acadia National Park3 min drive
- Asticou Azalea Garden23 min drive
- Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens
Our charming 2 bedroom cottage sits in Southwest Harbor on prestigious Clarke Point Road. It is across the street overlooking beautiful gardens with a view Of the harbor. It is situated halfway between the village and Beals Lobster Pound. Relax on the front deck for lunch or on the chaise lounge to read a book. Smell the salt air and enjoy peeks of lobster boats, sailboats, and the actions of a working harbor. The cottage is located right in town with sidewalks that meander down to the town dock, Two amazing lobster pounds with gorgeous views of the harbor, one of which is the famous Beals Lobster Pound. The historic Claremont Inn and gourmet restaurants are blocks away..No need for a car. You can walk to town and dine at gourmet restaurants, shop at upscale boutiques, specialty wine, cheese and historic Sawyers Market, a great library, and a playground for small children. You may also flag down the free Acadia Bus in front of the cottage for a ride to any part of the island: towns, hiking trails, movies. You can walk into town and rent a bike and load it up on the bus to be dropped off anywhere in route. The location allows for great independence for all, especially older children.
Acadia National Park mountain hikes: Flying Mountain, Perpendicular, Manset Mountain and others are a bike ride away or , a two mile walk or a 5 minute car ride away. Ocean swimming is a lovely 10 minute walk away. Great for adults and kids alike.
We have Kayaks you are welcome to use, but must have a vehicle to transport.
Acadia National Park mountain hikes: Flying Mountain, Perpendicular, Manset Mountain and others are a bike ride away or , a two mile walk or a 5 minute car ride away. Ocean swimming is a lovely 10 minute walk away. Great for adults and kids alike.
We have Kayaks you are welcome to use, but must have a vehicle to transport.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great Location for small children
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
There is a $150 fee no pet hairs are to be left
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Southwest Harbor
Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Southwest Harbor, ME
What's nearby
- Wendell Gilley Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Flying Mountain Trailhead - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
- Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive - 25.0 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 29.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Beal's Lobster Pier - 17 min walk
- Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - 22 min drive
- Archie’s Lobster - 4 min drive
- Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - 3 min drive
- The Colonel's Restaurant - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
14 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jenny S.
14 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jenny S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Greg P.
29 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial Day weekend stay
Greg P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alexandra Z.
13 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alexandra Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Carrie L.
15 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carrie L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rachel C.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Place
Rachel C.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lai Shun M.
6 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place near Acadia and Bar Harbor
Lai Shun M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne S.
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quaint quiet cottage
Suzanne S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
William J.
10 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acadia/Bar Harbor/Dessert Island Stay
William J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynn
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lynn
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
andrea w.
15 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini vacation
andrea w.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris B.
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute get away
Chris B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deborah R.
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Deborah R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah A.
18 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and proximity to Acadia
Sarah A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judy L.
8 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in convenient, quiet location
Judy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Lisa S.
25 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wondèrful
Lisa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Muffie A., just outside of Orlando
11 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cozy cottage
Muffie A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cathy B.
4 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The BEST
Cathy B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
mary m.
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
mary m.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feeling at home in Southwest Harbor
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
kevin c.
4 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Village life
kevin c.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Debbora A.
27 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acadia week-end
Debbora A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Julie
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Julie
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Art B.
8 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage on the quiet west side
Art B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Steve L.
10 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience
Steve L.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
About the host
Hosted by Marilynn Wittenberg

We have owned this cottage and the main house next to it for 29 years. Occasionally we rent out our 3 bedroom house upon request. We have traveled a great deal, but still find this to be one of the most beautiful areas to come back to again and again.
Why they chose this property
Location, Location!!!!
Languages:
English
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