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Stunning Cozy Renovated Cottage on Ocean at Seawall, Southwest Harbor

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Last updated: 03/19/2013
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***********ALL BOOKED FOR 2013!! THANK YOU ALL AND SEE YOU IN MAINE!!!!!***********

Spend your vacation in a sophisticated modern setting in our totally renovated (2012) and highly upgraded cottage with your private access to a pink granite seawall for viewing yachts, lobstermen and wildlife in MDI's Western Way ocean thoroughfare. The Eagle picture below was taken right there. The building is as new, and the added amenities bring it to an A+ level. Features a great room with 5 floor to ceiling sliding glass panel doors for sunlight. Large living and dining area; all new kitchen with new gas stove, dishwasher and gourmet granite eat-in bar; one bedroom (King Bed configuration); all new granite and glass bathroom with walk-in shower. Newly repainted interior with all new lighting. Two flat screen TV's, one DVD, wifi, mobile phone signal boost for AT&T and Verizon frequencies. Sofas covered in bomber jacket leather with flip up leg rests for optimal relation and video viewing. Private outdoor deck off bedroom and sunrise deck off living room with new outdoor lighting and Kinsley-Bate wicker furniture. Washer and dryer to keep your laundry up to date, and a wood stove and propane area heater to keep you toasty on chilly Maine evenings.

The cottage was designed by a noted local architect and our recent renovation makes it a contemporary, stylish gem. Please look at the recent reviews for a sense of how our guests have liked the place. It is optimal for one or two adults, and we have seen a very strong interest in the September and October season when the weather and views can be amazing.

Situated on 3 acres of oceanfront, the very private property features a pond, vegetable and flower gardens, pink granite beach and lush lawns.

Space available for bike and other vacation toys.
Ideally situated for boaters, bikers and hikers to enjoy Acadia National Park and life in Manset, home of boatbuilders, fishermen and crafstmen. Nearby Acadia locations are Seawall, Seawall campground and picnic area, Wonderland, Ship Harbor and the Bass Harbor Lighthouse.

Town of Southwest Harbor with food stores, library, marina, restaurants and shopping nearby.

No pets. Firm on this.


Keywords: Guest cottage on this 3 acre estate in Southwest Harbor offers GREAT VIEWS of the Western Way, Cranberry Isles, open ocean and marine activity. Two outdoor decks; completely remodeled kitchen w/all new appliances inc dishwasher. Wall to wall berber carpeting; Wood burning stove; WIFI. and cable TV; grill; bedroom w/washer/dryer. Storage shed for bikes, etc. A short path leads you to the bold, pink granite shore frontage where you can sit, watch sailing ships as they pass, or sit on your private deck and enjoy the abundant wild life and the peacefulness of this serene area.
AeroBed available for visiting overnight guests.

Property Type

      • Cottage

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Suitability

          • Pets Not Allowed
          • Non Smoking Only

          Bedrooms

          • 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2, Beds for 2
          • Bedroom 1
          • Other (See Description)
          • King size beds (1)

          Bathrooms

          • 1.0 Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Microwave
          • Refrigerator
          • Dishwasher
          • Cooking Utensils
          • Kitchen

          Amenities

          • Clothes Dryer
          • Washing Machine
          • Parking Off Street
          • Wood Stove
          • Linens Provided

          Other Amenities

              • Private access to seawall for oceanfront relaxing

              Entertainment

              • DVD Player
              • Satellite / Cable

              Communications

              • Mobile Phone:

                Signal booster for AT&T and Verizon frequencies...morecollapse

              • Wireless Internet

              Outdoor Features

              • Outdoor Grill

              Location & View

                  • Oceanfront

                  Activities

                  • Restaurants
                  • Shelling
                  • Shopping
                  • Sight Seeing
                  • Fitness Center
                  • Golf
                  • Fishing
                  • Cycling
                  • Hiking
                  • Sailing
                  • Swimming
                  • Tennis
                  • Kayaking

                  Other Activities

                      • Details:

                        Acadia National Park's Seawall sites: Wonderland, Ships Harbor and Bass Harbor Light are nearby; Acadia Mountain trails and lakes on the Quiet Side of Mount Desert Island - 10 minutes drive. Great Harbor Marina provides boat slips and/or boating excursions - 7 minutes travel time. Bass Harbor, Southwest Harbor both 7-10 minutes by car; 15 by bike. ...morecollapse

                       

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                      • An Outstanding Getaway on the Quiet Side

                        An Outstanding Getaway on the Quiet Side

                        • Guest Vic & Mary
                        • Date of stay 10/06/12
                        • Review Submitted 11/12/12
                        What a lovely stay we had. First of all, the location is perfect for getting away from all the hubbub of Bar Harbor. It's close to everything (because the island is not that big) and we never saw the neighbors. The ocean is less than 100 yards away and the view is breath-taking Our host was close by and made us feel so welcome, clued us in to where to pick up groceries, and suggested some of the restaurants and shops to visit. This beautiful cottage is warm, so comfortably appointed, and full of the little touches that make it stand out from the rest. From the skylight, thick huge towels, and "aaah" rain shower in the bathroom to the oh so comfortable king size bed to everything you need to do laundry to a kitchen with all the extras we were impressed. It was spotless and classy. When we come back, we will spend less time touring around and much more time right here in this great cottage.

                        Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway.

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                      • Maine Perfection!

                        Maine Perfection!

                        • Guest 110946
                        • Date of stay 09/15/12
                        • Review Submitted 09/27/12
                        I'd give this property 6 stars if I could! Everything was perfect -- setting, cleanliness, decor, towels, bedding --- you name it and it was perfect! I have NEVER stayed in a rental that had a better equipped kitchen! Beautiful view and grounds. The deer come right next to the proch to eat the rose hips and you can pick fresh veggies from the owner's garden. The new bathroom is fantastic! The owner is very helpful.

                        Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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                      • Family of four (two children, 10 &14)

                        Family of four (two children, 10 &14)

                        • Guest Rob77
                        • Date of stay 08/11/12
                        • Review Submitted 09/03/12
                        Outstanding facilities and comfort. Fully equipped for digital access. Extraordinary location with grand view of the ocean and well groomed grounds and garden.

                        Recommended for: People with disabilities, families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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                      • Perfect

                        Perfect

                        • Guest L&L
                        • Date of stay 08/04/12
                        • Review Submitted 08/20/12
                        We had a wonderful stay at the Seawall Cottage. Photographs don't do the place justice. As lovely as the setting is (ocean, lush lawn, pond, sculpture, vegetable and flower garden), the inside of the cottage is equally terrific. Grant and Becky have made sure that every amenity is in place. From the well equipped kitchen, to the gorgeous bathroom, and comfortable living area, there isn't much more you can ask for. We loved the ocean view from the porch and the dining area. We took advantage of nearby Acadia National Park (hiking, wonderful vistas, etc.), and enjoyed the restaurants and shops in Southwest Harbor. Of all the VRBO properties we have rented, this cottage is the best. We are looking forward to a longer stay in 2013.

                        Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway.

                        Owner response: Thanks so much. See you next year!

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                      • Absolutely Perfect

                        Absolutely Perfect

                        • Guest John
                        • Date of stay 07/21/12
                        • Review Submitted 07/31/12
                        This cottage is so much better than the pictures show. Tastefully decorated, very comfortable bed, beautiful walk-in shower, and great swiss chard from the garden. Helpful hosts on site. Close to walks and Acadia National Park. Can't wait to go back!

                        Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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                      • Fabulous vAcation

                        Fabulous vAcation

                        • Guest Travel
                        • Date of stay 07/14/12
                        • Review Submitted 07/22/12
                        My husband and I stayed here and had an absolutely wonderful experience. Beautiful ocean views, could hear the ocean from our cottage. Grant was helpful and welcoming. We loved the front porch, could not have asked for a better spot Would definitely go back.

                        Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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                      • Couple in our Sixties

                        Couple in our Sixties

                        • Guest A
                        • Date of stay 06/23/12
                        • Review Submitted 07/14/12
                        My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful week at Seawall. The newly renovated cabin is in a great quiet location just yards from the sea and within easy travelling distance to S.West Harbor and hiking all around Acadia. The place is tastefully done, with everything you need for comfort, warmth and any kind of cooking. We'd highly recommend it for couples or single people of any ages.

                        Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

                        Owner response: We are thrilled you had a great time. All the work we did on the place seems to be well received. Please come again.

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                      • Amazing place !!!

                        Amazing place !!!

                        • Guest Sashiegirl
                        • Date of stay 07/09/11
                        • Review Submitted 09/18/11
                        Very peaceful and beautiful place. We could hear the ocean from our bedroom windows. Grant was very helpful and quick to respond to our questions. Lovely place and lovely people. A real find !!!!

                        Recommended for: Pet owners, sightseeing, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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                      • Stephen and Francie

                        Stephen and Francie

                        • Guest Steve
                        • Date of stay 08/06/11
                        • Review Submitted 08/26/11
                        Everything in the cottage lived up to the description. The place is immaculate with new appliances and very comfortable furniture. Cable TV and WiFi worked perfectly. Towels were lush. Even cell service was good, so I could use my Blackberry. Great location right on the natural seawall. My daughter and her boyfriend joined us for 3 days and though it was "cozy", we never felt cramped. The deer roaming the property were very tame. Bike storage in the garage worked well since we got some of the inevitable Acadia rain. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.

                        Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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                      • Excellent! Lovely seaside setting, comfy and peaceful.

                        Excellent! Lovely seaside setting, comfy and peaceful.

                        • Guest Nanette1
                        • Date of stay 07/30/11
                        • Review Submitted 08/06/11
                        We loved our stay at here. Without any hesitation we would recommend it. The setting is a lovely private sanctuary, right on the beach at Seawall. We felt at home immediately in the ship shape and well furnished cottage. Our hosts showed us the utmost hospitality, and really went above and beyond for us. We felt like honored and welcome guests on their beautiful property. Look forward to returning as soon as we can.

                        Recommended for: Pet owners, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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                      Weekly or Monthly Rentals Only. Rates include 7% Maine Lodging Tax- 2013 Rates-
                      June $800 per week
                      July $1250 per week
                      August $1250 per week
                      Sept. $1000 per week
                      Oct. $800 per week
                      $250 damage deposit;50% Deposit due w/signed lease: 50% due 60 days prior to start
                      Discounts available for multi-week rentals over 2 weeks
                      

                      Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.


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                      Year Purchased: 1998

                      About the owner: Owners on property in main house on the 3 acre estate. We live here about half of the year. Our son is grown and on his own, so it is very quiet here.

                      Why the Owner Chose Southwest Harbor:
                      Our family has vacationed and lived in the area for generations, so it was preordained that we would end up somewhere nearby. When we had a chance to buy this place we jumped on it.

                      The Unique Benefits at this Cottage:
                      We found this property 14 years ago abandoned because of the time and expense it takes to keep an oceanfront property up to date. It took us 10 years to get it right, but now it is a truly first class environment.


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