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Peaceful house by the sea

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A two-story house with a dark exterior, white trim, and a chimney. It is surrounded by trees and a grassy area with white flowers.
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a lamp, and a door leading to a garden.
A room with a wooden table in the foreground, a sofa with cushions, a wicker chair, and a small table with speakers. There are windows with curtains, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A kitchen with a wood-burning stove, a wooden table with a bowl of fruit, and a brick wall.
A room with two windows, a bed, and a nightstand.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access

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Swans Island, ME
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪95 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Swans Island

Located in Swans Island, this vacation home is on the beach. Wendell Gilley Museum and Blue Heron Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Stonington Opera House. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Swans Island, ME

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Love - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tea Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Swans Island Fishermens Co-Op Pound - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Gifts & Take Out - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Bake Shoppe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Shoreline House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful house by the sea?

As of Nov 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful house by the sea on May 1, 2027 start from $337, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Shoreline House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Shoreline House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Peaceful Shoreline House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Swans Island vacation home is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Southwest Cove and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Spindle Cove. East Cove and Acadia National Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home! Beautiful location! We had a wonderful vacation family all gathered for dinner every night at a lovely large dining room table. Every day at the beach, beautiful island would definitely recommend and come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Stay

Lovely simple home, beautiful weather, ocean breeze daily, beautiful view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2024
Thank you! Come again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Beautiful location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Shore House stay 7/1-7/5/2025

We had a great time at Shore House and enjoyed our 4 days exploring Swan’s Island and figuring out the ferry schedule and process.The rustic house is beautiful and the setting gorgeous. We had a good time there!
Interesting moth on the dining room window
Seaweed art in the screened in barn/shed
The House
Field view past the house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer vacation

It was our first time to Swans Island, we had the best time. House was perfect and right by the water, would recommend 10/10. Can't wait to come back, such a special trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic get away

We loved the shore house! It is a stunningly beautiful area and the shore house is very comfy while still giving a rustic feel. We enjoyed hearing the waves from the porch, looking at the stars, and eating lobsters. We ran out of propane at one point and Julie was very responsive and got us coming again within a few minutes. It was a great experience and we would definitely go back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing, Peaceful Getaway

This Maine island cabin and location were perfect for a seculuded and quiet vacation with my wife. The views at the cabin, as well as from the hikes and lighthouse, are National Park worthy! The restored wood fired cook stove was a real treat to cook on and kept us comfortable during the cool nights. There is also a full size gas range, oven, and Weber grill. Swans Island is a gem! It is a quick ferry ride from Bass Harbor and Acadia National Park. Go visit the fisherman's co-op for the freshest lobsters and TIMS store for local Burnt Coat Oysters. Truly the best lobster and oysters we've ever had and the cabin had everything we needed to prepare and enjoy them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

swans

the place, the island, the people, just amazing. We loved our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Visit

This is a lovely place beautiful being so close to the water. Rustic and very cozy. Would love to be back to visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends get away

4 families enjoying fine sand beach, lobster dinners, boat rides, games and drinks on the deck :) we hope to make this trip every year to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Abundant Peace

Lovely views. Close to beaches! So relaxing.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Swan vacation

This was an amazing trip. The house needs some adjustment but in general it was a wonderful experience. The wooden stove was awesome, my child (22) loved to cook in it. The house is in a great location. If you have a furry friend be prepared for ticks. Make reservations with the ferry so you can leave when you want. Have fun!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Best

I probably shouldn't reveal what I'd like to keep a secret, but the Grace family are such gracious hosts and the house such a gem that I feel bound to record my family's joy from this summer as from summers past. Along with their adjoining house on Swans, this one is in the middle of paradise. We hope to return every year, for as long as we can.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot with perfect access to beaches - property is very rustic!

Overall great place with rustic ambiance! The kitchen is a bit of a mish-mosh and definitely ask ahead if they have even some basic needs. As this was a “replacement holiday” for our usual trip to a very remote cabin in Canada it definitely lived up to our expectations, but others might find it a bit more rustic than they’re ready for. Linens were generally clean, provided towels are reaching their “end of life” and furnishings are “quaint.” There’s also some leaking plumbing that we brought to the owners attention which definitely needs fixing before that bathroom floor gives way. As the weather was so wonderful we did not get a chance to try the wood stove, but the provided kettle grill (a nice touch) outside was used often! We’d definitely stay again and really enjoyed the beaches and quarry pond for swimming! Everyone was so nice, so with some mindful distancing and appropriate mask wearing during this COVID crisis, you’ll have no problem taking in all Swans Island has to offer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great spot

Really had a nice time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Place to Visit

We had a lovely time at the "shore house". The house was exactly what we were looking for - quaint, comfortable and in an amazing location.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to really get away

We had a wonderful time and the property was in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful New England Island experience

We had a delightful time. The beach near the house was fun to explore. The history of the house is interesting. The house is situated with nice views of a meadow and water nearby. The market is within walking distance. This is a great place to relax and explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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