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Peaceful Shoreline House

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Dining area with a view of the cove
House exterior
Living room
Kitchen with wood-fired stove
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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Swans Island, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪100 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Shoreline House

This classic Maine summer home is located steps away from a sandy beach in a quiet cove, perfect for swimming and for young children. Grassy meadows surround the house, which has views of the ocean on three sides. The kitchen/dining/living area is comfortable and light. A wood stove can warm the house on cool evenings and in colder months. In the summer, doors open to a two decks, lovely for outdoor lunches or breakfasts. The first-floor corner bedroom has a queen bed and views of the ocean on two sides. The second floor front bedroom has a queen bed and a writing desk and offers views of the ocean. The back bedroom has a double bed and a single bed with views of the meadows. Twenty-five acres of meadow, woods, and pink granite shorefront invite exploring.

A small grocery store is just a five-minute’s walk away. Free wireless service is available at the town library, just ten minutes by car. The wifi in the house works ONLY in the dining room and small study to the left of the entryway and is not reliable for video conferencing or streaming.

The island features rocky and sandy beaches, spectacular hikes, fishing, and swimming in a local quarry. During summer months the town offers frequent “Town Breakfasts,” concerts, and other community events.

A second house located on the property, the Meadow House, may be rented together with the Shoreline House for larger gatherings. Please see the listing for VRBO #287076.

Travel to Swans Island requires a 30-minute ferry ride leaving from Bass Harbor, Maine. Maine State Ferry Service operates the ferry and makes 5-6 roundtrip crossings per day. Advance reservations are strongly recommended and can be made by calling the Bass Harbor and Swans Island terminals. (Without a reservation we recommend arriving at the terminal at least two hours before the boat is scheduled to depart. And note: with a reservation you must arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time or your reservation will be forfeited.)

There is no alcohol for sale anywhere on the island.



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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 and a first aid kit
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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Swans Island

Located in Swans Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Wendell Gilley Museum and Blue Heron Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Stonington Opera House. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Swans Island, ME

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frenchboro Offshore Store and More - ‬160 min drive
  • ‪Swans Island Fishermens Co-Op Pound - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Gifts & Take Out - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tea Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Love - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Shoreline House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Peaceful Shoreline House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Shoreline House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Shoreline House?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Peaceful Shoreline House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Swans Island holiday home is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Southwest Cove and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Spindle Cove. East Cove and Acadia National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marc L.

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

Shore House stay 7/1-7/5/2025

We had a great time at Shore House and enjoyed our 4 days exploring Swan’s Island and figuring out the ferry schedule and process.The rustic house is beautiful and the setting gorgeous. We had a good time there!
Interesting moth on the dining room window
Seaweed art in the screened in barn/shed
The House
Field view past the house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy C.

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

Perfect Stay

Lovely simple home, beautiful weather, ocean breeze daily, beautiful view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Beautiful location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer vacation

It was our first time to Swans Island, we had the best time. House was perfect and right by the water, would recommend 10/10. Can't wait to come back, such a special trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter C.

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

Fantastic get away

We loved the shore house! It is a stunningly beautiful area and the shore house is very comfy while still giving a rustic feel. We enjoyed hearing the waves from the porch, looking at the stars, and eating lobsters. We ran out of propane at one point and Julie was very responsive and got us coming again within a few minutes. It was a great experience and we would definitely go back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brittain D.

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

Amazing, Peaceful Getaway

This Maine island cabin and location were perfect for a seculuded and quiet vacation with my wife. The views at the cabin, as well as from the hikes and lighthouse, are National Park worthy! The restored wood fired cook stove was a real treat to cook on and kept us comfortable during the cool nights. There is also a full size gas range, oven, and Weber grill. Swans Island is a gem! It is a quick ferry ride from Bass Harbor and Acadia National Park. Go visit the fisherman's co-op for the freshest lobsters and TIMS store for local Burnt Coat Oysters. Truly the best lobster and oysters we've ever had and the cabin had everything we needed to prepare and enjoy them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

swans

the place, the island, the people, just amazing. We loved our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greta K.

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

Wonderful Visit

This is a lovely place beautiful being so close to the water. Rustic and very cozy. Would love to be back to visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends get away

4 families enjoying fine sand beach, lobster dinners, boat rides, games and drinks on the deck :) we hope to make this trip every year to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

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

Abundant Peace

Lovely views. Close to beaches! So relaxing.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Itha R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Swan vacation

This was an amazing trip. The house needs some adjustment but in general it was a wonderful experience. The wooden stove was awesome, my child (22) loved to cook in it. The house is in a great location. If you have a furry friend be prepared for ticks. Make reservations with the ferry so you can leave when you want. Have fun!

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

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

The Best

I probably shouldn't reveal what I'd like to keep a secret, but the Grace family are such gracious hosts and the house such a gem that I feel bound to record my family's joy from this summer as from summers past. Along with their adjoining house on Swans, this one is in the middle of paradise. We hope to return every year, for as long as we can.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Keith W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot with perfect access to beaches - property is very rustic!

Overall great place with rustic ambiance! The kitchen is a bit of a mish-mosh and definitely ask ahead if they have even some basic needs. As this was a “replacement holiday” for our usual trip to a very remote cabin in Canada it definitely lived up to our expectations, but others might find it a bit more rustic than they’re ready for. Linens were generally clean, provided towels are reaching their “end of life” and furnishings are “quaint.” There’s also some leaking plumbing that we brought to the owners attention which definitely needs fixing before that bathroom floor gives way. As the weather was so wonderful we did not get a chance to try the wood stove, but the provided kettle grill (a nice touch) outside was used often! We’d definitely stay again and really enjoyed the beaches and quarry pond for swimming! Everyone was so nice, so with some mindful distancing and appropriate mask wearing during this COVID crisis, you’ll have no problem taking in all Swans Island has to offer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Chris H.

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

Great spot

Really had a nice time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Lovely Place to Visit

We had a lovely time at the "shore house". The house was exactly what we were looking for - quaint, comfortable and in an amazing location.

8/10 Good

Rand C., Candia NH

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to really get away

We had a wonderful time and the property was in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Z.

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

Wonderful New England Island experience

We had a delightful time. The beach near the house was fun to explore. The history of the house is interesting. The house is situated with nice views of a meadow and water nearby. The market is within walking distance. This is a great place to relax and explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Julie Carr

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The house is owned by a family who has lived year-round or summered on Swans Island for 40 years.

Why they chose this property

Our family (two adults and four kids) bought this house in 1987 as a summer house. In 1993 our parents moved to Swans Island full time to run the Atlantic Blanket Company. At that time they built the near-by property, VRBO 287076 (Meadow House), out of which they wove their blankets and ran their company. We fell in love with Swans Island because of its spectacular beauty. The four kids, all grown up now with families of our own, continue to vacation on the island.

What makes this property unique

The water is so accessible! There are multiple beaches - rocky and sandy. There are no crowds, very little noise. We also love the near-by quarry pond where we can swim and dive for hours. In late July and August, the island is overflowing with berries! If you want a quiet vacation by the ocean, this is the place.

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