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Acadia Waterfront 2bed 2bath, Private, AC, walk to SWHarbor, trails

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A large house with a dock extending into a calm lake, surrounded by trees and a hilly landscape.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with a view of a body of water.
A grassy area with four Adirondack chairs facing a lake, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A wooden staircase leading up to a building, surrounded by trees and a pathway.
A room with a view of a lake, a table with a bowl, a white chair, and a blue bench.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Wendell Gilley Museum
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gas barbecue

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Primary en-suite bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Acadia Waterfront 2bed 2bath, Private, AC, walk to SWHarbor, trails

Private waterfront 2-bed, 2-bath guesthouse in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Newly renovated Bright second-floor flat with private entrance, full kitchen, AC, WiFi, washer/dryer, and quiet residential setting. Walk to restaurants, galleries, shops, library, harbor, and local trails. Across from Causeway Club golf, pool, tennis, and dining. Minutes to Echo Lake, Acadia hikes, carriage roads, and coastal exploring; 20 minutes to Bar Harbor. Peaceful, convenient retreat for couples, families, or friends.

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place all garbage in large white kitchen garbage bags and take them to the trash receptacles on the front porch. Please wipe any food spatters and crumbs on stovetop and countertops.
Place all dirty towels in the laundry area. Turn off the AC and/or heat.
Email the owners when you have checked out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4339265vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 19 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 21 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 32.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Acadia Waterfront 2bed 2bath, Private, AC, walk to SWHarbor, trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Acadia Waterfront 2bed 2bath, Private, AC, walk to SWHarbor, trails?

As of 21 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acadia Waterfront 2bed 2bath, Private, AC, walk to SWHarbor, trails on 2 Nov 2026 start from AU$3,315, 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 Acadia Waterfront 2bed 2bath, Private, AC, walk to SWHarbor, trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Acadia Waterfront 2bed 2bath, Private, AC, walk to SWHarbor, trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Acadia Waterfront 2bed 2bath, Private, AC, walk to SWHarbor, trails?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Acadia Waterfront 2bed 2bath, Private, AC, walk to SWHarbor, trails located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound 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

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and new apartment over a garage on a beautiful property. Gorgeous views of a cove off the Somes Sound, just outside of Southwest Harbor. Apartment is very private, spacious and nicely furnished. It's even nicer than the pictures convey. It is decorated with beautiful paintings by the owner. We had a great stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2026
Thank you, Rob, it was a pleasure hosting you! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. The cottage is above an art studio "garage" filled with light - I love showing guests my working artist studio and sharing my process - all inspired by Acadia! Please stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little spot with a relaxing scenic vibe. Property was easliy accessible and in the middle of the whole Acadia experience. We highly recommend considering this property for anyone spending time in the National Park, Bar Harbor and/or any other of the Mount Desert Island area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We thoroughly enjoyed hosting you and hope that you will return again.
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

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

beautiful

truly a beautiful apartment with amazing views. well appointed kitchen with everything you need for making meals at home. also a quick walk to a great coffee shop and close to downtown southwest harbor. overall a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2025
Thank you for being such wonderful guests! You are welcome anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

Guy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was outstanding. There were 2 couples so it was the perfect size. Camille and Marc were freindly and accommodating. The views were amazing and the apartment was private and cozy. The small downtown area in Southwest Harbor was quaint and about 20 minutes to Bar Harbor so away from the crowds but close enough to pop in. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2025
It was our pleasure to host you! We hope to see you again.
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our stay on Mount Desert Island. We loved the view. The property was well maintained and beautiful. We love staying on the quieter side of the island, and this location was perfect. We got to enjoy going to Acadia and stopping in Bar Harbor while being able to come back to a quiet area with a beautiful view to relax. Camille let us know everything we needed for check in and check out. The property had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2025
It was a pleasure hosting you! We hope to see you again.

About the host

Hosted by Camille

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Your host is a local artist and environmentalist. Much of Camille's inspiration comes from Acadia National Park. You can view her work and artistic approach at www.wildhorizonfineart.com. She will be on hand to offer activity suggestions, if you like.

Why they chose this property

Convenient yet away from crowds, this is the perfect location for summer family fun.

What makes this property unique

**Acadia Horizon Cottage** offers a peaceful waterfront retreat just steps from Southwest Harbor. Nestled in a quiet setting, yet less than half a mile from the charming village, this cottage provides easy access to launch your personal non-motorized watercraft, or explore local galleries, restaurants, golf at the Causeway Club, and summer outdoor events—without the crowds of Bar Harbor. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises over the water, then set out to hike, bike, or kayak in Acadia National Park, all from your doorstep. And when city life calls, Bar Harbor is just a scenic 20-minute drive away.

Languages:

English, French
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