Acadia Yurts offers visitors the most unique way to stay on Mount Desert Island. Seven fun, eco-friendly Yurts and two Tiny Houses will bring you as close to nature as camping, with all the amenities of home. Located on 5 acres of lovely wooded land, surrounded by Acadia National Park property, Acadia Yurts offer a peaceful retreat for your group (up to 4 guests per 24' Yurt, 6 guests for the 30' Yurt or 2 guests per Tiny House). Acadia Yurts is also ideal for large groups traveling with accommodations for up to 34 people on 1 site.
In addition to yurt or tiny house living, the Wellness Center at Acadia Yurts offers on-site yoga, an infrared sauna and a flotation tank, all available for extra charge. Prices available upon request.
A yurt is a tent-like circular fabric structure with a wood lattice frame that originated among the nomadic tribes in Asia. These permanent, colorful structures have thick canvas exterior walls that include reflective insulation and a high efficiency heat pump/AC unit so you can be comfortable during any season. Yurts are quickly becoming a new vacation experience that vacationers are enjoying throughout the US from cliff side views in California to ski lodges in Colorado. This is a memorable place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Acadia!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!
Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!
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
Southwest Harbor
Southwest Harbor is home to this cottage. 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. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby.
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Jordan Pond House - 31 min drive
Shell - 12 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 5 min drive
Archie’s Lobster - 8 min drive
Circle K - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! on 13 June 2026 start from AU$372, 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 Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! located?
Situated in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Such a unique and relaxing place to stay. We loved it here, a quiet retreat after a day of hiking and bar harbor.
Kirsten P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful retreat after your adventures in Acadia and Bar Harbor. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Our stay at Acadia yurts was great. The check-in was easy and the yurt was clean, cozy and comfortable. Karen and Aaron were great hosts and very helpful. If I'm ever back in Acadia I would love to stay here again!
Jordan D.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and found everything comfortable and easy. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Clean yurt, friendly hosts, kitchen had most essentials, laundry on site was nice.
Charles M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you found the yurt comfortable and the amenities convenient. It was a real pleasure meeting you both, and we especially enjoyed hosting you for Wellness Center services. We hope to see you again!
An amazing stay at Acadia Yurts. The yurt was comfortable and the property was quiet and in a perfect location for enjoying the park. We’d definitely stay here again.
David M L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2025
Thank you so much! We’re happy you found the yurt comfortable and enjoyed the peaceful location near the park. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Our first time in a yurt and we loved it! The property is so well maintained and we had all the essentials we needed. It's an added bonus to have the wellness center on site and be able to book a "float", sauna or yoga class. We had so much fun exploring the area and coming back to the yurt to enjoy dinner on the grill or stove and relax outdoors. We plan to return! (Check in was simple, communication excellent, wi-fi worked great and kitchen was simple and had what was needed.)
Katherine B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad your first yurt stay was a great experience and that you enjoyed the wellness center and exploring the area. We’d be delighted to welcome you back for more relaxing nights and outdoor adventures!
This was a great, easy way to experience camping in Acadia. The place was clean, comfortable, and lots of fun. It had every creature comfort you would expect. We had a wonderful time in a quiet, beautiful setting. Thank you!
Krista M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review of your stay!! We are thrilled you found it quiet and convenient for your Acadia exploration!!
We absolutely LOVED our stay at Acadia Yurts! It was the perfect mix of outdoor adventure and glamping. Would HIGHLY recommend to everyone!
Sarah M.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2024
Thank you soo much for providing such a thoughtful review of your stay! We are thrilled you enjoyed your time and found it the perfect balance of adventure and comfort!
We had such a comfortable stay at Acadia Yurts! It had everything we needed and had great decorative touches. This experience of Acadia and staying in a yurt was new to us, and it couldn’t have gone better!
Lauren M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay! We are thrilled both the yurt, and the national park, we’re great first time experiences for you!!
We had a great stay at the Acadia Yurts. Would definitely recommend.
Leanne B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2023
We would like to thank you for taking the time to leave us such a positive recommendation and review! If your travels bring you this way again, please keep us in mind!!
We stayed just over a week and really enjoyed all of it. The facility and property in general weee great; our hosts made everything easy and prepared the Yurt beautifully. We had not stayed in one before, but were very pleasantly surprised. They even provided eye covers and earplugs if you wanted to use them. I did not use them, but I thought it evidence of the attention to detail. You should try it!
Robert P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing to stay with us! It was truly a pleasure meeting you, and we’re so glad to hear your first yurt experience was a great one. We love introducing guests to the comforts of yurt life, and your appreciation for the little details means a lot to us. Thanks again for the wonderful review—and we hope to welcome you back to Acadia Yurts someday!
Staying at Acadia Yurts is a wonderful experience! You feel submerged in nature but are conveniently located to explore all of MDI. The hosts were wonderful to work with. We highly recommend!
Lisa W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review Lisa and we look forward to hosting your family again in 2025!!
We absolutely loved our time in the Dorr Mountain yurt. Incredibly spacious, stocked with all cooking needs, and thoughtful touches making the space super cozy. Highly recommend!
Tracy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
We are soo happy you enjoyed your time in Dorr Mtn Yurt!! Thank you for the wonderful recommendation as it really is so helpful to our business 🙏🏻♥️
It was great to meet your family and soo nice to chat with you about the yurts!!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Janet K.
8 Oct 2016
Heavenly....
Absolutely wonderful location, with all the comforts of home while ' Glamping' in a gorgeous setting. We have been coming to this area for years and will now continue our adventures in Acadia Yurts for all future trips.
Janet K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for providing a review of your stay and making Acadia Yurts your new stomping ground! We look forward to seeing you in 2017!
Great getaway spot in close proximity to Acadia NP!
The Dorr Mountain yurt was the perfect getaway spot that was close to Acadia National Park. The yurt was well stocked with easy access to additional items such as onsite laundry. The yurt was clean and comfortable for our family of four. Communication from the owner was great.
Alison F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
We’re soo happy you enjoyed our little getaway! Thank you for writing such a positive review and we hope to see you again in the future!
This is the way to stay near Acadia. Cozy with everything you need close by. Loved it.
catherine c.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay! Lovely to meet you & appreciate you mentioning that everything is close by!
About the host
Hosted by Karen Roper
Aaron is a Maine native. He was born and raised across the bridge in Trenton and grew up attending local Bar Harbor schools. He has worked in the restaurant industry for 20+ years beginning as a prep cook in high school then moving toward general manager. Aaron's favorite extracurricular activity is learning all he can about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As often as he can, he trains locally and loves sharing this passion with others.
Karen is a transplant. Originally from Chicago she made her way to Maine in 2009 and fell in love immediately. In Acadia she enjoys hiking, trail running, yoga, and long walks on the carriage roads. Karen has been teaching yoga locally for over 6 years and now brings her practice to the Wellness Center (located on site at Acadia Yurts). Karen is also a licensed massage therapist and offers services onsite (pending availability).
As a couple we have done quite a bit of traveling and through that we have narrowed down the particular way we like to travel. The biggest factor for us is having a furnished kitchen in order to prepare health minded foods to nourish our bodies and support all our outdoor activities. The idea for Acadia Yurts has been brewing for quite some time. Friends of ours live off the grid in a yurt and we greatly appreciate the rustic, romantic feel of the yurt but wanted some of the comforts of home; running water, heat, electricity. From there Acadia Yurts was born. We truly hope you enjoy our property and your time here as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
This property is a stone's throw to Acadia National Park with hidden gems around every turn. Acadia Yurts is the most unique way to stay on MDI. We bring you local knowledge, passion for living mindfully and a desire to share our favorite place with you and your loved ones to create lasting memories.
What makes this property unique
• Completely unique dwelling • Amenities of home including furnished kitchen, bathroom, heat, and furnished living spaces • Proximity to Acadia National Park • Located on quiet side of MDI to assist you in slowing down and reconnecting to yourself and loved ones • On site Wellness Center offering Massage, Infrared Sauna, Float Therapy, Yoga & MORE!
Languages:
English, Spanish
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