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Southwest Sun

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A stone pathway leading to a white house with a small shed, surrounded by greenery and a brick patio area.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug. There are two wall-mounted lamps, a side table with a lamp, and a small table with decorative items.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a deck.
Private kitchen
A two-story house with a balcony, a stone pathway, and a garden.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Your gateway to the great outdoors
    Guests love the location for its easy national park access.
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Southwest Sun

Spacious, light-filled living near the ocean, with decks made for sunbathing and stargazing. Located within walking distance to charming Southwest Harbor, known for its laid-back feel and standout restaurants. Close to popular Acadia trailheads and a short drive to Bar Harbor and Northeast Harbor, while still offering a peaceful escape from the busy areas.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Property # 3868251vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Southwest Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 21 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 23 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwest Sun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southwest Sun ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southwest Sun ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southwest Sun located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and in a good location for excursions to Acadia
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Well appointed. Terrific location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this home! Spotless from top to bottom and very tasteful decor. Plenty of space for the family to spread out. We liked that the tv was on the lower level, giving our family a chance to unplug in the main level shared space. Kitchen was well stocked with everything needed for home meals, including essentials like salt, pepper, oil, etc. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely, clean, and in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was just as described. The view from the deck is great to watch the sunrise. We loved being able to walk into Southwest Harbor to restaurants and shops, and to catch the Acadia shuttle. This house was a perfect home base to explore Acadia and the surrounding area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great stay in Southwest Harbor!

The house listing was accurate. The house was very clean, well-stocked, had pretty views of the harbor. We loved the short walking distance into town to the local restaurants and shops. The location on Mt. Desert Island was great for visiting Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, and other local stops. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year at Southwest Sun for a memorable family vacation. The home is a great fit for our family and we love the SW Harbor location. There's so much to do nearby but when we want to venture to Acadia 'proper' for biking, hiking, etc. it is easy to get there too. The home is well-equipped and has great views of the harbor. There's plenty of space for all of us to be together for meals but also ample places to get some privacy if you want.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan O.

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

Wonderful place in SW Harbor

We just had a really nice week of hiking, biking and relaxing on MDI and Southwest Sun was a great home in a great location. We had plenty of room, sunrise views were really awesome and it was very easy to get to anywhere we wanted to go. The owner was easy to reach and very responsive to our questions. Our whole family would recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Great Retreat

We’re a remote team that wanted to connect in person, enjoy some great food, and incredible scenery. We stayed here for an extended weekend while we visited the park, engaged in team building, and planned for upcoming changes. The house set the perfect tone and was a wonderful home base for our adventures. It was beautiful, spacious, well-appointed, and a fantastic location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Southwest sun was beautiful! Very clean and the best stocked rental house I’ve stayed in. There were plenty of extra towels, all the kitchen amenities you could need (my daughter has a lot of food allergies so we cook all our meals when we travel), and even games to play. There were multiple balconies with a beautiful view of the harbor. The location was close walking distance to downtown with easy parking for both our cars. Also great location to the national park, made for a short drive back at the end of the day. There were also many great trail guides and book in the house which was a very thoughtful addition. Bart was very easy to communicate with and replied promptly. Also very minimal checkout requirements which made the end of our trip much easier. There are a lot of stairs in the house, but it actually worked out well for our family to have bedrooms on multiple levels so we could put my daughter to bed early and not hear the noise from the rest of the family. We had a such a great time here and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation! The rental was not far from doing all things Bar Harbor. Having some space away from the Harbor crowd was appreciated. Also great places within walking distance of the rental. The home had everything we needed and was clean and ready for us. Our family of five had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

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