Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.
Welcome to Harborside Cottage! Harborside Cottage overlooks the working harbor and is within 2.5 miles of 4 restaurants, 2 gas station/convenience stores, the Swan’s Island and Frenchboro Ferry terminal, Island Explorer bus pickup and drop-off, Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Light House and so much more. Plus, only 17 miles to Bar Harbor! Whether you are visiting for shopping, biking, hiking, kayaking, exploring, sightseeing, the rich history of our island or pure relaxation, Harborside puts you in a great place to access them all. There are numerous places to rent bikes, kayaks and canoes as well as multiple boat excursions and tours to choose from. Acadia National Park covers half the island and is home to many famous attractions. Cadillac is the tallest mountain on the eastern seaboard and a great place to see the sunrise. Thunder Hole is very impressive to visit at high tide, while Sand Beach is a beautiful destination to relax or hike Great Head. Stop by Jordan Pond House for tea and Popovers while overlooking the parks deepest lake at 150 feet, a tradition since 1893. There are too many destinations in Acadia to list, you will have to explore them all for yourself. This ranch style with a wraparound porch has a walk out basement that is steps from its own working wharf. Inside this home that sleeps 8, you will find a full Kitchen equipped with everything you need no matter what meal, snack or drink you are preparing! The dining room holds an over sized, handmade table, giving way to views of the peaceful harbor. This is a great place to unwind from your day of exploring while witnessing the most spectacular sunsets. Down the hall you will find the first-floor bathroom with shower. The Crow’s Nest den has a flat screen tv and a twin daybed, with matching pop up trundle. These can be used as two twin beds or combined with bridging mattress pad to form a king size bed, for extra sleeping. The den also has its own ½ bath. The mate’s quarters on the first floor overlooks the harbor and has a cozy queen size bed. Downstairs to your left is the living room with a flat screen tv, couches and a double futon, as well as a dry bar with a second coffee maker and mini fridge. Here is where the sliding glass doors open to the backyard and down to your own beach and the tidal wharf. At the back of the living room a full bath and laundry room. To the right of the living room is the Captain’s Quarters with windows looking down to the beach and a firm, but comfy king size bed. Upon your arrival you will find a tour basket with information from our local business’s, menu’s, maps and miscellaneous info about the cottage. The cottage has wifi, smart tv’s with apps and local channels. The last test of our internet speed came back with Download: 219.1 mbps, upload: 9.23mbps and Latency: 60ms. You won't regret a stay at Harborside!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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Strip any used beds
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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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
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bass Harbor
Located in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. 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 College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
Wendell Gilley Museum - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Beal's Lobster Pier - 6 min drive
Archie’s Lobster - 12 min walk
Circle K - 5 min drive
The Upper Deck - 4 min drive
Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - 26 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.?
As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage. on 23 May 2026 start from AU$481, 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 Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage. located?
Located in Bass Harbor, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 2 mi (3 km) of Acadia National Park, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Wonderland Trail Trailhead is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.
Reviews
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This was an absolutely beautiful place. Off the beaten path, which was nice for calm evenings - after being in Bar Harbor during the days. We were 7 people and this place was plenty big. So clean - that really stood out to us. Highly recommend to any family heading to Bar Harbor/Acadia.
The house is exactly as described and a peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of Bar harbor. The host was helpful and prompt in answering any questions we had. Our family of 4 along with my parents fit comfortably in this home and created lasting memories of Maine.
We could not have enjoyed our stay anymore than we did! The house was just as described, the views were beautiful! The home had everything we needed for our stay plus some. The owner was very responsive, and the location was perfect for visiting Acadia and Bar Harbor, and then returning to the peaceful side of the island.
We had a great time at this property. The house was very charming and clean. The sunsets are spectacular. We enjoyed lobster twice that the owners dropped off for us. We slept in the downstairs bedroom with the king bed and it was probably the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in. Its an ideal location, close to downtown Bar Harbor and several other quaint little villages.
My wife and l had a wonderful week here in this beautiful spot on the western side of Bass Harbor, where the sunsets are gorgeous and the kayaking couldn’t be better. Elean, the host is terrific. She went out of her way to make our stay enjoyable.
Property was clean and well equipped. Location is excellent with great sunsets. Owner was very attentive. We hope to be able to return someday, it was a very enjoyable vacation.
Clean and spacious property with everything we needed to have a great week for our family of 5. Reasonable driving distance to everything. Enjoyed being able to go out at low tide and explore. Hosts were welcoming and communicative. They made sure the cottage had everything you needed. Would definitely recommend
This house sits on a fantastic location. It is far enough away from the tourist “hub-bub”, but close enough to touch everything Acadia Ntl Park and Mt Desert Island have to offer. There are peaceful sunsets, a view of the lobster boats and tide activity, and access to great food. The house is a very comfortable place to land for a week! The Host provided great info for the stay as well as things to do. We would love to stay here again in the future.
The property was as advertised. It is in a wonderful location, close to Acadia and Bar Harbor but far enough that it's fairly quiet. The house itself was in immaculate condition. It was nice to sit outside and look at fishing boats or the deer that wandered into the yard each night and morning.
Harborside Cottage was amazing! We had to change plans for our honeymoon on short notice and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. Not only was the property available on short notice but it was spacious, clean, stylish, and very homey with a great waterfront view. It felt like our home away from home. Elean was an awesome host with great communication leading up to and throughout our stay. I highly recommend staying at Harborside Cottage if you’re planning a trip to Maine!
Great location if wanting to take advantage of the quiet side of the Island. Property was exactly as described and very well appointed… it had all the pots/pans/utensils needed. Sunsets were simply amazing. The harbor view was spectacular. great to have the outdoor space to simply enjoy 'being there'. Great communication with owner. A+ all around!
Elean was gracious and attentive to our needs for our entire stay. Cottage is out of the way enough to be quiet and cozy, but at the same time close enough to all the area attractions to be a great launch point.
Cottage is very comfortable and well maintained. Kitchen is equipped very nicely for the evenings that you don't go out.
We highly recommend this spot!!
Mike & Melinda
This was just right for us. Quiet Side location on the water was so serene and relaxing. Enjoyed all the amenities, especially fire pit and roasting marshmallows in the evenings. Got some of the best sleep in ages - very quiet at night. Stones throw from SW Harbor and all there is to feast on there. Really appreciated being able to easily access Bar Harbor without having to be in the thick of it and related crowds. Hope to return soon.
Enjoyed our week long stay at the cottage. The location of the house provides beautiful sunsets, early morning fog in the bay, and the ebb and flow of the tide. The home was conveniently located on the quietside of the island with nearby hikes. A trip to Bar Harbor was 30 minutes but the Quietside provides plenty of dining and shopping opportunities. We appreciated the kitchen had some pantry items along with laundry supplies. The owner checked in with us several times during the week. Would definitely recommend this location for your trip.
Carrie A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2021
So glad Harborside helped make your families visit to MDI so enjoyable! Thank you for staying with us.
My husband and I had a lovely stay at Harborside. The house was sparkling clean! We stayed downstairs in the king-sized bedroom and found the mattress just right, firm support with some cushioning. The kitchen was very well equipped and we cooked dinner most of our 8 nights there. The host was a pleasure to deal with and we loved the giant fresh harvested lobsters delivered to our door by the family lobstermen! Views out the dining room bay window are wonderful and we enjoyed watching the changing tides.
lizz k.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2020
Thank you, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and good to know you had everything you needed to eat in and enjoy the Bass Harbor scenery!
Bottom line - we loved it! Everything was comfy and clean. We loved waking up and having coffee on the deck overlooking the water. The property is on the quieter side of MDI, but there was still so much to do! Ample supplies in the kitchen, but no dishwasher. We ate out a lot so we didnt have to wash too many dishes. At high tide we jumped off the wharf with our kids and had so much fun! Overall 5*!
We really enjoyed our stay at Harborside Cottage. The house was very clean and set up very well. The beds were very comfortable. My kids were sad that we didn't spent more time at the house (most of our days were out exploring Acadia National Park), but we really enjoyed having a clean comfortable space to come back to and unwind. Elean has thought of almost every amenity. There was fire starter for the fire pit, buckets for the kids to collect sea/tidepool treasures, a smattering of toys and game in the closet, etc. You won't regret staying at Harborside!
Christina G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2021
Christina,
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Harborside while exploring Acadia and thank you for taking such good care of the cottage!
-Elean
About the host
Hosted by Elean Mitchell
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