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Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond.

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A wooden cabin with large windows and a balcony, surrounded by tall trees and a forested landscape.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of trees and a distant landscape.
A sunroom with a ceiling fan, a round table with chairs, a sofa, and a patterned rug.
A front door with glass panels and a black handle, leading to a hallway with a patterned rug and a doormat.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Cadillac Mountain
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Chart Room

1 Queen Bed

Helm

1 King Bed

Lighthouse Room

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Midship

1 Queen Bed

Mizzen

1 Queen Bed

Tiller

1 King Bed

Waypoint

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Chart Room bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Helm bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Lighthouse Room bath

Towels provided · Toilet

Midship bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Mizzen bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Tiller bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Waypoint bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this vacation home is in the city center and near a water park. 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding and ice skating.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 21 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 23 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 34.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬31 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond.?

As of Nov 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond. on Nov 1, 2027 start from $976, 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 Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond. located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor vacation home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, comforatable, and spotlessly clean. Amazing sunrise views! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was really well equipped in the two kitchens, each bedroom had its own bathroom, the beds were very confortable and the main dining and living areas had incredible views of Southwest Harbor and beyond. The upstairs kitchen and living areas were very modern and very comfortable. The location of the property was perfect for seeing Acadia National Park attractions and far from the overcrowded area of Bar Harbor. It was the perfect place to stay for two couples and two singles and we would highly recommend this property for anyone with a large family or get together of families.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island Watch was the perfect spot for our family & friends to gather for the week. Location, views and how the house was set up the perfect spot for 16 of us ranging from 5mos to 87 years old. We can’t say enough about the kitchen and how well stocked it was for the cooks in the group and a gathering point for the rest of us. Tucked off the main road but close to town made the location perfect as well. Highly recommend Island Watch in Southwest Harbor!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2026
So glad that you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and the views exceeded our expectations. We had plenty of room and the house was very well stocked with kitchen gadgets, puzzles and games. Our hosts were exceptional and we appreciated the opportunity to stay in such a lovely place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Beautiful location with plenty of room for our family of 12. Super clean and the host was fantastic, immediately dealing with the heating system issue on the 2nd floor.The kitchen was well stocked with more things than you would expect. I’d definitely recommend this house when staying in beautiful Southwest Harbor!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We recently stayed here with a three-generation family of 10 adults, and it absolutely exceeded our expectations. The house is incredibly spacious—the massive kitchen and dining area comfortably fit our entire group, yet the home is large enough that everyone could find their own quiet space for privacy when needed.The VRBO photos are a spot-on representation of the property, but nothing prepares you for the stunning views of Southwest Harbor right from the deck (the sunrises are unforgettable!). The home was also incredibly well-stocked with kitchen tools/utensils and games making our stay effortless and fun. Our hosts were exceptional, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to stay in such a beautiful place. We would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Island Watch! It was great to meet you, and we'd love to welcome you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable home with beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with room for many. The view was truly spectacular. 3 generations enjoyed a weeklong vacation with lots to see and do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for large group. We had 9 adults and never felt crowded. Very open floor plan and the kitchen was a 6 out of 5. Loved the path to the downtown SW harbor area. Location was great for Arcadia and Bar Harbor.
Spectacular view every morning! Equally spectacular at night for stargazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We had a wonderful stay at Island Watch. Home was comfortable, clean and the views were awesome! We particularly enjoyed the spacious living area...lots of room for everyone. We would definitely choose to stay at Island Watch again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thank you so much for the kind words, and we’re so happy you enjoyed yourselves- we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Vacation Stay

My family really enjoyed staying here, the house was spacious, clean, and the views were spectacular! Definitely would consider doing it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip

Wonderful time in beautiful Maine with all our children and grandchildren
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible week at Island Watch

This was the perfect house for our extended family. We had three generations there for the week, it was perfect for a big group. The house has incredible views, is very well stocked, and is just a great layout. The path to town was easy, and the house is well situated to many hikes and lakes on the quietside, and not too far from the rest of the park and Bar Harbor. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house!

Perfect for our group-lots of space to spread out and great rooms to gather in. The wildlife-foxes and deer-kept us all entertained. The view was incredible!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

We loved loved our stay, the house was perfect, the views amazing. Susan our host is the best. The house has verything u need. Fully functioning kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous

A beautiful oasis just far enough from the traffic of Acadia but close enough to easily reach everything we wanted to see and do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
13 of our family all had great space, private bathrooms, extraordinary views, the best stocked beautiful kitchen ever and room to roam. We even had deer and wild turkeys roaming the property. We couldn't have dreamed this to be any better! JUST PERFECT!! Susan was a great host too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing views and great space for our group of 10!

Great views and location for our annual women’s hiking group! Near southwest harbor and close to Acadia’s many many hikes! The kitchen and common space were fantastic; views from the large sitting area(s) were breathtaking.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday trip for the old man

Awesome views. Liked being away from Bar Harbor and closer to the smaller harbors. Cool trail to SW Harbor
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2020
Thanks for coming and staying at Island Watch, Bill! Hope your birthday week was a great one.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My. Mt. Desert home

Cozy, fun loving. Great hikes and swims. Beautiful views from porch! And a wonderful kitchen to cook in. Friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

We had a wonderful time staying at this property. The views are breathtaking, home is super clean and kitchen is to die for! Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual reunion

Excellent property! Beautiful views from the deck. Plenty of room for gathering and enjoying each other’s company. Great location for discovering Acadia and surrounding communities. The property owners were fantastic and welcoming. I can’t say enough good about our week in southwest harbor!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this property was exceptional. The location is perfect for families, couples, and in our case, high school classmates from Mississippi celebrating their 70th birthdays! There is so much to do in Acadia and this property is the perfect launch pad for any activity that people in your group might want to enjoy. Nearby hiking, boating, and sightseeing. The house was immaculate and very well supplied. The spice drawer was amazing! Beds were more than comfortable, and linens were excellent with plush bathroom towels. I'd highly recommend this location for any group. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 2, 2025
Oh, so kind.. thank you for the great review, and know that we'd love to welcome your group's return any time!
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