Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center
Watch the video at the end of the photos that displays all aspects of this beautiful cottage and it's surroundings. This adorable sea side cottage located on the pebble beach of SW Harbor is literally over hanging the water at high tide. A second floor master king suite with private balcony, bath, wet bar and refrigerator has a magnificent view of the harbor and mountains of Acadia National Park. The second bedroom is a queen suite with private entrance to the first floor balcony. Just 2 miles to Seawall Beach of Acadia, an easy bike ride or walk for many. Some may not leave the cottage at all and just watch the boating activity from the large relaxing decks. If you do explore the island, you'll find many beautiful hikes, shops, restaurants, golf, museums, cinemas and more .
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About the area
Southwest Harbor
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Manset, a neighbourhood in Southwest Harbor. 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.
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
Echo Lake Beach - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Jordan Pond House - 32 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 5 min drive
Archie’s Lobster - 5 min drive
Circle K - 4 min drive
The Upper Deck - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center on 31 May 2026 start from AU$705, 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 Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Elegant oceanfront home on Southwest Harbor minutes to trails and village center located?
Nestled on the beach, this Manset holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Acadia National Park. Echo Lake Beach and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Bucket list destination and wedding anniversary weekend. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot to stay. Clean, quiet, easy access to the entire area. Host was excellent and made our stay special. Highly recommend.
Fantastic view of bay when entering cottage. So comfortable for two couples. Well stocked. Loved Peter’s Trout restaurant within walking distance. Hope we can return someday soon.
Absolutely lovely house, well equipped, tastefully decorated, and spacious for a family of four! We had a great time - including during a very grey and rainy day when it was delightful to spend time in the house and watch the weather over the bay. Would come back any time!
Our stay at this Southwest Harbor home was absolutely perfect! The views of the working harbor were stunning — we loved watching the yachts come and go throughout the day. The location couldn’t have been better: peaceful, quiet, and close to everything we wanted to explore. It truly made our first trip to Maine incredibly memorable.We spent mornings on the deck with coffee and a book, and during low tide, we wandered along the shore searching for sea glass and interesting rocks. Every moment felt relaxing and special. We can’t wait to come back — this place is a true gem!
Our stay was amazing and very relaxing. The location is perfect so close to town and the views are spectacular. Cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed. We would stay here again for sure!
Jeff T.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2021
I’m so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay, Jeff! We hope to have you back in the future!
We have stayed here twice. The home is beautiful, the view is gorgeous and the host is easy to contact. A fantastic, comfortable place to stay outside Acadia and Bar Harbor!
Wonderful property on the quiet side of the island
This is a truly stunning property. It is right on the water and you could not ask for better views. The property was very well maintained and clean. A perfect stay on the quiet side of the island.
A friend and I try to get to SW Harbor every spring. We booked this property for the first time and it did not disappoint. The view from the deck was tremendous, especially when watching the large boats being put into the water. Would book again with no hesitations.
John B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2025
Thank you for your staying with us John! The view certainly does not disappoint! I look forward to hosting you again in the future
We planned a last minute vacation, and we were very lucky that this home was available. Stacy was so kind and easy to contact. She made sure the place was ready before we arrived, and even had extra bedding available for us if we needed it. The home is extremely clean, decorated well, and had amazing views. The water is incredible. It's also very conveniently located to Bar Harbor and Acadia. We had a wonderful stay and would love to come back again soon!
Everyone really had a good time, had a plus that next door got to see the company take the large boats out of the water for the winter, very interesting.
Tommy J.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
So happy you folks enjoyed your stay at the Seashore Cottage. We hope you will return in future travels!
Ideal for two couples or some sibs to get away. I'm particular and the kitchen is very nice and well supplied. As are the bedrooms, the bathrooms (excellent water pressure!), the whole place. Very comfortable and we'll be coming back!
My family and I stayed at the Seashore cottage for our trip to Acadia. We enjoyed the views of the mountains and Somes Sound and even saw Loons and a bald eagle. The cottage was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Perfect for a family of four! Would definitely stay again!
Beatiful house right on the harbor. No other neighbors and right on the water. You also get to watch boats go in and out all day. Within driving distance of many great places.
Absolutely beautiful. We could have stayed the home all day and just looked out at the water. Very comfy for 4 adults or small family. Had everything you needed for cooking and all other home stuff. We will definitely stay here again.
What an amazing house! Perfect for two couples. Loved watching the working harbor and the dry dock in the morning with a cup of coffee. Highly recommend this house. Walking distance from Peter Trouts Tavern .
Beautifully done waterfront cottage with open floor plan and great views of Southwest Harbor and Somes Sound. Host was very pleasant to work with. Great experience.
Karl O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Stacy Just
Natives to the island, we have owned rental properties for over 40 years. Many guests return every year. We also own a real estate company and an electrical contracting business. We enjoy Yachting the Maine coast, biking the island and walking the trails when time allows.
Why they chose this property
If you want to experience living on the working harbor of a Maine village and visit the beauty of Acadia National Park, this cottage is for you.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests