Keyhole Cabin by the Sea
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Property type | cabin |
| Minimum Stay | 0 - 7 nights |
Overview
Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Full Bath, (Sleeps 5-6)
Our comfortable cottage is private, surrounded by woods with a view of the ocean and passing boats through an opening in the trees. Our beach is accessible via a long boardwalk leading from the side yard. Great beach walking and shelling and a place for picnics.
In addition to full kitchen with oven and microwave, there are three bedrooms sleeping 5 with a roll out bed for an additional person. There are two large bedrooms: one with a queen and the other with a twin and a double. The third bedroom has a single bed. All rooms have electric heat when needed. The cottage has complete housekeeping facilities and sheets and towels are provided. The cottage has wi-fi and internet capability.
We are within a few minutes drive of Southwest Harbor for dining and shopping. Acadia National Park is easily accessible all over the island and offers lots of opportunities for hiking, bicycling and kayaking. There are sailing opportunities in Southwest Harbor, and Northeast Harbor and boat trips to the islands.
You will never tire of exploring one of our country's most beautiful islands.
Keywords: Private cottage, ocean view, beach access, in woods with view of ocean, access to beach via boardwalk, easy access to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, stores in Southwest Harbor, freshwater swimming
About Catharine McKibbin
This is our family summer cabin, that we built on family land. Our family has been summering in Maine since the 50's, and my sister Susan lives in SW Harbor with her family.
Catharine McKibbin purchased this cabin in 1985
What makes this cabin unique
Peace and Privacy
Guestbook comments from the owner
Perfect weather and a perfect spot to bond with our grandchildren. Loved the "homey" feeling. Wish it was ours.
Amenities
Seawall Cabin Accommodation and Amenities
- cabin
- Guests provide their own meals
- Check-in: 3:00 PM /
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 6
- Children welcome ...
- Parties/events not allowed
- Pets not allowed
- Non smoking only
- Beach View ...
- Beachfront ...
- Mountain View ...
- Near The Ocean ...
- Ocean View ...
- Oceanfront ...
- Rural ...
- Water View ...
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Family
- Romantic
- Heating ...
- Internet
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Telephone
- Towels Provided
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 1 Bathroom
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Bathroom 1 -
- Full tub & shower
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Queen size Beds (1), Double Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (2), Sleep Sofa or Futons (1)
- Books
- Games
- Deck / Patio ...
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Outdoor Grill ...
- botanical garden
- churches
- festivals
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- playground
- recreation center
- restaurants
- antiquing
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- photography
- scenic drives
- shelling
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- medical services
- cycling
- fishing
- golf
- hiking
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- pier fishing
- rock climbing
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- sound/bay fishing
- swimming
- tennis
Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(7 traveler reviews)
The Keyhole is great for a family vacation!!
We recently stayed at the Keyhole with 4 adults and 2 little boys, it was perfectly rustic Maine! The cabin was well stocked and the new grill was perfect. Our boys loved walking the boardwalk to the private beach and spent many many hours there. The beach was beautiful and quiet with great views and sounds of lobster boats. It was an excellent location to all the attractions of the island. We will definitely be retuning to the Keyhole!!
A Great Hidden Cabin
What a treat, so glad we found this cabin & went ahead & booked it. Nothing fancy just a Great secluded rustic cabin surrounded by woods & an easy walk down to the beach. The beach & tide pools were great, my children (& myself) had some much fun at mid & low tide looking for sea life. We even a lovely small beach fire one night & the stars were amazing.
The adults & children enjoyed this place alike.
Great location, minutes from lovely Southwest Harbor & Bass Harbor.
Easy drives to Acadia, be just about anywhere in 20-35 minutes.
Close to swimming in Echo Lake, wonderland trail is a nice easy hike just down the road.
Cabin can get pretty warm during the day , but we were always at the beach or elsewhere on the island during those hours.
The owners are responsive & easy to reach.
Well worth taking a look at this place.
We will stay here again the next time we return to MDI.
Quiet and relaxing getaway!
My wife and I had a beautiful time at Keyhole cottage in the summer of 2015. Although Southwest Harbor is a busy summer vacation destination, the cottage offers absolute privacy and serenity. Oh, we had a guest almost every morning - a playful deer watching us from a distance.
All amenities and vacation entertainments are well listed in the rental description, I am not going to repeat them. I'd like just to say the cottage offers everything you would miss leaving your home. Even WiFi was good and fast.
There is easy access to the beach (has tables and benches) and the spot offers beautiful views. The cottage is secluded and feels so private but at the same time it is in the center (or very close) to hiking trails, downtown South Harbor, Acadia park and Bar Harbor.
The owners are very polite and helpful! We found this treasure and loved it! And will be back in summer 2016.
Cozy, great location!
Our family of four had a wonderful stay at The Keyhole. We loved the privacy of the setting, the quick access to the beach and the close proximity of Southwest Harbor. The cabin was cozy and comfortable...a great getaway! We would definitely stay there again!!
A great family friendly spot.
We had a wonderful time staying at the Keyhole. The cabin is small and rustic, but well appointed, and you couldn't ask for a better location! We had the feeling of being in a remote location, but were close enough to town to make it convenient. The views are spectacular, and the kids spent plenty of time combing the beach for treasures. The owners are friendly and accommodating. Thank you! We will be back!
Serenity surrounded by beauty
I have stayed at the Keyhole a few times over the years, and it always feels like coming home. I am a photographer, and couldn't stop taking pictures while on the island, it was beautiful everywhere we went. We enjoyed delicious lobsters, and quiet breakfasts on the deck. We never managed to hike all the trails we wanted to, and I will be happy to come back to do some more.
Map
Southwest Harbor is about a 10 minute drive. There are restaurants, ice cream shops, grocery stores (2), post office, laundromat, bike & kayak rentals, banks, library, community center, Episcopal church, museums, shopping, and access to Southwest Harbor and the ferry to Islesford.
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
| Refundable damage deposit | $200 |
| Tax Rate | 9.0% |
Stays of 2+ weeks will be discounted $50/week.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
- Service Fee fully refunded on cancellations that qualify for 100% refund.
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