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Walk To Ocean Or Village Of Southwest Harbor - Near Bar Harbor

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Singing Hill Cottage
Living room with Dutch door to covered porch
Living room with game table and flat screen TV
Fieldstone fireplace in living room
Dining room - table has a total of 5 leaves and can seat 10 people

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

2nd Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

three-twin Bedroom

3 Single Beds

Two-twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Walk To Ocean Or Village Of Southwest Harbor - Near Bar Harbor

Singing Hill is a shingle style cottage on the corner of High Road and South Causeway Lane. The massive field-stone fireplace is the centerpiece of the large living room. Its original beamed ceiling and paneled walls are in the 1920’s Arts and Crafts style. The living room has a flat screen TV, DVR, Blue Ray DVD player, WiFi, books, games, and a game table. A Dutch door connects the living room with a large covered porch with cushioned chairs, a hammock, and tables and chairs for outdoor dining for 12. The first floor also includes an eat-in Maine kitchen with dishwasher; a formal dining room; a den with flat-screen TV and Blue Ray DVD player; a bath with shower; and a laundry with washer and dryer. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms: two with a queen bed in each, one with two twin beds and one with three twin beds. There is a Pack n Play available for young children. There is also a full bath with a clawfoot tub/shower unit.

This peaceful home is located near many desirable destinations: a short walk down Causeway Lane leads to the edge of the ocean and historic Mill Dam causeway, across which lies the Causeway Club’s public golf course; for hikers, a short walk beyond the Clubhouse is Flying Mountain with dramatic views of Somes Sound, the East Coast’s only natural fjord. The center of town is a five-minute walk, with restaurants, shops, library, post office, the Wendell Gilley bird-carving museum, and the free Island Explorer bus provides access to many of the beautiful sights for which Acadia National Park is renowned. Beal’s Lobster Pier is a ten minute walk; there, at the Captain’s Galley, you may order a lobster dinner to eat on their picnic tables overlooking Southwest Harbor, or you may purchase lobsters and seafood to cook at home. Bar Harbor is a twenty-minute drive with many shops, restaurants and museums, and Acadia National Park Headquarters there provides educational programs and literature on scenic areas throughout the Park.

Flat-screen cable TVs, DVR, Blue ray DVD players, wireless internet, MW, DW, W/D, heat, fireplace, covered porch, decks, gas grill, lobster kettle.

Bicycles and kayaks are available for rental in Southwest Harbor.

Long distance calls require a calling/credit card. Accommodates 9.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 20 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 33 min drive - 28.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk To Ocean Or Village Of Southwest Harbor - Near Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk To Ocean Or Village Of Southwest Harbor - Near Bar Harbor ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk To Ocean Or Village Of Southwest Harbor - Near Bar Harbor ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk To Ocean Or Village Of Southwest Harbor - Near Bar Harbor located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 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

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas J.

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

Love this place!

We're staying here again this year, and have booked next year's stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas J.

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

Wonderful house!

Really like this town, this location. Already have a reservation for next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

Fantastic location

This is an amazing house in a fantastic location. Lots of cool stuff nearby. Beds were very comfortable. We loved the fireplace. Hosts were very friendly and easy to reach. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B.

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

Beautiful property, amazing location

Less than a mile from the center of Southwest, a pleasant walk. The house has everything anyone might need along with a beautiful porch with relaxing furniture. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmy K.

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

Family Stay in Southwest Harbor

We were in Southwest Harbor for a week staying at the house and it was a wonderful property and location. It had everything we needed for our family and while it is dated it is cozy as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay L.

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

Great property in SW Harbor

Perfect house in a great location! We had a great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Great Location

We very much enjoyed our stay. The house had plenty of room and very much enjoyed eating dinner on the porch. It was fun to walk down to the causeway after dinner and watch the sun set. We preferred staying in Southwest harbor because it was less crowed than bar harbor. Great hikes and swimming in Eco lake were within 15 min drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Friends for 40+ Years

The house was beautiful in Southwest! Quiet, close to everything, and a great front porch!!!! The house was comfortable, filled with antique s!!! Lovely!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

What a great vacation!

This house just feels like Maine! It has everything you need to be comfortable, plus ambiance galore. The porch is huge and wonderful for hanging out, even in a rain storm, as it is deep and covered. We hated to leave! The location is fantastic- a short walk to working harbor, Beals Lobster Pound, Southwest Harbor, and “ The causeway”.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy H., Lutherville, Maryland

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

Cozy cottage

Lovely cottage that is large enough for 7 -9 to comfortably fit. Ecellent communication withowner
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark d.

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

MDI retreat

This is 2nd time my sisters and I have stayed here for Acadia hiking, relaxing, and enjoying the house and walkability to downtown Southwest Harbor (had blueberry pie every night from Little Notch Bakery) and the cove; house is very comfortable, well-equipped kitchen In a lovely neighborhood, definitely hope to return next year
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randi C.

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

Lovely home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful Arts & Crafts home. Very spacious and a large porch for relaxing. Loved that it was tucked away but also convenient to the Main St. It was well equipped and loved the large stone fireplace on cool nights. Will definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill V.

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

family reunion

Six of us stayed for a week in early October, and four other family members visited during the evenings. The weather was crisp and the highlight of the house is a magnificent fireplace where we gathered to visit every night. The house is well appointed, clean and quiet, on a wooded lot in a residential neighborhood. Full kitchen and laundry, and even firewood, were provided. It's an old building and there are some minor maintenance issues which we noted for the owners. The owners were flexible and accommodated us as we made changes in our plans. We'd gladly stay there in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

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

A spacious lovely home

This is a spacious and lovely home with plenty of room to spread out. The porch is a wonderful place for informal meals or to relax and read a book in one of the comfortable chairs or in the hammock. The home has an old world charm and is equipped with everything you could want or need. I love to cook and everything I needed was there from pots and pans to a drawer of spices and even a salad spinner..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

The Maine experience personified

This is the kind of Maine home you dream about. Beautiful big fireplace, huge wrap around front porch, lovely details and old time charm. This house was so comfortable for our family of three generations. The location was perfect for everyone. Walk to the working docks and watch the lobster boats go out, or into the town of Southwest Harbor for the cute shops, galleries and restaurants, or to the causeway, which is a hidden gem of tide pools and rushing water. It’s a nice shortish drive to Bar Harbor too. I can’t think of a better way to spend a week or two! And the hosts were wonderful!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen W.

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

Comfortable home and great location

This is the second time I have stayed at this house with a group of friends. The house is spacious and comfortable and the location is perfect. We noted a few amenities missing this time which included no soap at the sink or in the shower in the downstairs bathroom, remotes in TVs had corroded batteries, burned out nightlight in living room. Flashlights were available in all bedrooms but some did not work. The overall experience was positive and our group enjoyed our time in this lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

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

Lovely home

Once again we enjoyed our time in this lovely home. The location is perfect and the house is comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

adam s.

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

Great clean and quiet spot

We stayed here with our family of 5. It is away from any business, and a very nice place to return to after a day of exploring MDI. The cabin is a bit of a throwback to my grandma's house growing up, which i loved. The place is very clean and accommodating. The living room was so cozy and perfect to sit by the fire on a cool night. The second bathroom is a bit tight downstairs, but it works fine. We also loved cooking our own meals in the kitchen. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

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

Lovely home made our week enjoyable

Our group of 4 adults sure enjoyed the week in southwest harbor! The cottage was well stocked with everything we needed to cook delicious meals every night and end the evening with a fire in the large stone fireplace. We reconnected with our friends and will cherish this week in our memories forever!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Wonderful home base for exploring Acadia

Singing Hill was a great home away from home for our big group, which spanned three generations. The house has charm and personality, and was well stocked with everything we needed, including a kitchen we used to prepare a few home cooked meals. When we first arrived I was a little worried that it didn't have a/c (my fault for not noticing that in the listing), but the fans in every room and moderate Maine climate kept us comfortable. We loved staying on the "quiet side" where we could slow down and enjoy living at "island speed," while still venturing out to Bar Harbor and the Park Loop to see the park attractions. Being walking distance from the free Island Explorer shuttle (not to mention the yummy ice cream shop) was super convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard B., Galena

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

Good times in Southwest Hatbor

This property is great. Was well stocked and had everything we needed. Can easily accomodate 10. Southwest Harbor is great. Has some shops and good restaurants but less tourists than Bar Harbor.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

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

First visit to Acadia a success thanks to a home with good bones.

We planned a hiking vacation with 6 adults but 2 had to cancel at the last minute. Since house rate was reasonable, their absence did not hurt the wallet. Two baths were the only limitation with this home but 4 adults worked it out with no issues. Returning from a day on the trails, we were often too tired to appreciate the large porch or fireplace. Bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen were the dominant locations in the house for us. Neighborhood was quiet. A little far for a walk to town center but bikes could work very well. Floors creaked, but that seemed to add to the charm. Heating of the bedrooms was tricky in October since there appears to be a heat source in only one of the bedrooms and the upstairs bath. Downstairs was always comfortable.. Our stay was for one week and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

sara w.

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

Terrific location

Property was as listed; an easy walk into town and down to causeway which is a great lace to enjoy a cup of coffee and hear the tides rush over the rocks. Evenings were cool so we really enjoyed the fireplace. The kitchen is very well stocked with cookware and kitchen tools. Convenient to hiking trails. I would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ron C., Ashland, AL

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

Wonderful old house, great location

We really enjoyed this wonderful old house which was very well equipped for our stay. We had plenty of space for the four adults. We also enjoyed Southwest Harbor, particularly several of its restaurants. We highly recommend this property, particularly for families or several couples.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael P., Bedford, NY

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

We loved Singing Hill!

One of the best rental experiences we’ve had. Cleanliness, organization, comfy beds, well equipped kitchen, location, I could go on and on. And the porch is fantastic. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

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