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The main room when enter the cabin.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • Your gateway to the great outdoors
    Guests love the location for its easy national park access.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Pond
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Dining area

About this property

Cabin at Granite Ledge

Our quiet, summer cottage built in 2009 on the western slopes of Freeman Ridge in Southwest Harbor, Maine at the end of a private road, is the perfect place to enjoy your vacation in Acadia National Park on lovely Mount Desert Island. The cottage has complete privacy, located in a peaceful, forested surroundings. Built on a ledge, the cottage has a tree top view of the woods and there are keyhole glimpses through the tall spruce of Bernard Mountain to the north and Swans Island to the southwest. The tall forest surrounding the cottage give an expansive treehouse feel to a modest cabin with a small footprint. Like most summer cottages in Maine, Granite Ledge is a single construction building and designed for seasonal use. Built to the owner's specifications, the cabin's framing and roof are made from lumber harvested and milled from the property. All appliances are new, floors are finished hardwood, giving a luxurious feel to a rustic experience.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 270832
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is in the mountains and by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co 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. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Long Pond - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 9 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin at Granite Ledge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cabin at Granite Ledge?

As of 25 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabin at Granite Ledge on 27 Sept 2026 start from AU$550, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cabin at Granite Ledge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin at Granite Ledge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin at Granite Ledge?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Cabin at Granite Ledge located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead 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. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, secluded cabin with great sunset views. Clean and well stocked with dishes, towels, and wood for the wood burning stove! Close to several hikea in Acadia and a short drive to Bar harbor.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

Awesome Place

We loved the cabin and was perfect for our family of 4. We love Southwest Harbor so it was great to have a quick drive into town but be able to come back to total, complete privacy. The place was clean and had everything we needed. Laura was a great host and responsive to any questions. If you want a private, relaxing place this is it
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2022
Thanks, Joe and family! Please come back!
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin exceeded our expectations. The setting is private and peaceful, with stunning unobstructed views that we never tired of enjoying! The house was thoughtfully stocked with almost everything you could need, making it feel comfortable and easy to settle in. The owner was great to work with and communicated promptly whenever needed. We also loved the beautiful drive into Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. We highly recommend this property and would happily (hopefully!) return in the future :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cliff O.

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

Perfect September getaway

This was a spectacular home base for our week on the island. There’s so much to do there but the house is so delightful - bright, comfortable, lovely porch - that sometimes we just stayed put and enjoyed the splendor. Not often does one get to sleep in what’s essentially a treehouse bedroom. Great kitchen. Perfect reading room with a woodburning stove centerpiece. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Lovely cabin, clean and comfortable!

My husband and I had a wonderful stay at Granite Ledge. It was a perfect place to come back to after a busy day hiking and biking. 5 stars!! The owner was very prompt at sending our deposit as well. Thank you! Debbie
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Marlene M.

Wonderful for the 2nd year in a row.

My family spent another lovely week at Laura's cabin in Maine. It's peaceful, quiet and serene. We are looking forward to our visit again next summer. The house is well stocked and comfortable and Laura is a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
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8/10 Good

Susan D.

Lovely quiet stay!

Our family really enjoyed our stay. The cabin was clean with all we needed. We enjoyed the porches, and opening the doors to hear the wildlife outside. No neighbors in sight! Perfect place after a day of hiking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Jean V.

Perfect Cabin, Perfect Setting

What delight I felt pulling up to this remote cabin set back in the woods! We got out of the car and went inside only to find that the place was just what I wanted. It is clean and bright and has just the right amount of space (there were 4 of us, though it could have handled more). There are windows everywhere looking out into the forest and letting in the beautiful Maine air. It had all the amenities we needed to cook. There is a spacious deck and porch to sit outside.The location feels remote and quiet, yet it is a short drive to town in Southwest Harbor. I wouldn't have wanted anything more and will be going back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marlene M.

Wonderful

My family spent 2 weeks at Granite Ledge. It was perfect and Laura was a dream to work with. We are looking forward to our stay again next summer.
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8/10 Good

Bernadette B.

Upscale Rustic

We had a wonderful time at this cabin and the very business-like owners were wonderful to work with. They returned our deposit very quickly after we left and were responsive to emails and texts. The cabin is quite and isolated, but not far, by car, from Acadia National Park or the town of Southwest Harbor. It looks like there maybe more cabins being built along the road to the cabin, but for now there are very few neighbors. There is a great view from the large deck and the woods were cleared near the deck to improve the view. We were there during a new moon and the stars were spectacular. Just know if you area star fanatic that the deck faces more north, so that is the part of the sky you will see. We saw song birds, a turkey and a deer from the deck. There was no TV, but there was internet connection, which was perfect for us. We could check the weather or look-up local restaurant menus, and the kids weren’t glued to a TV. The kitchen and grill met our needs and there was even a lobster pot and picks. Though this cabin meet our needs there are a few things I wish I had known before we rented it. First, there is a short, easy path to the cabin from where you park. If we had known we would have brought our collapsible wagon to help load and unload the car as well as bring in groceries. There are also 7 steps up to the cabin. The steps are not steep and there is a handrail, but if you have issues with stairs, you should know they are there. The cabin is a little more rustic than the photos lead me to believe. I didn’t know what a “3 season” cabin was and I found it rustic. In a 3-season cabin the wood you see on the outside is the same wood that are the inside walls. The walls are just boards. Because of this, where there are knots in the wood you can see directly outside. And yes there are some “holes” in the walls to outside. Not big and not a lot, but a few. This allows some bugs to come in. Apparently this is normal for a 3-season cabin, but I was not expecting it. We had ants when we first arrived, but the owner came the next morning and sprayed. I was very careful about not leaving food out, so the ants did not return. However, there were some bugs. My son didn’t have an issue, but my bug-a-phobe daughter was not happy. The bugs didn’t not take-away from how wonderful our experience was, but I wish I had known before we rented. This was a wonderful cabin for our vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

Just Perfect

From the moment we pulled up to the cabin we knew it was going to be an amazing week. The house is immaculately clean, every detail is taken care of, and the mountain views are breathtaking. There was nothing the owners didn't think of. It was beautifully decorated, so simple and just nestled in the forest. Thank you so much Laura and family for a magnificent stay. The location is just a minutes drive from the lovely quiet village of southwest harbor, and about 20 minutes to the Acadia loop. Best house and location we could have asked for for our first trip to Maine with our two young kids. We will be back!

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