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Unique Marina Side Condo With Great Views And Fun Atmosphere!

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A table set with a bottle of wine, glasses, a plate of cheese, grapes, a pie, and a vase of flowers.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A wicker chair with nautical-themed cushions, a small wooden table with a vase of flowers, a mug, and a red ottoman in a room with a window overlooking a green landscape.
A marina with several yachts docked.
A wooden building with a balcony and flower baskets.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Overlooking the ocean, this 2-bedroom condo accommodates 4 guests and features 2 bathrooms. It includes a deck and patio for outdoor enjoyment, along with a private boat dock for water activities. Families can explore nearby attractions like the Wendell Gilley Museum and Beech Cliff Loop while enjoying golf and other adventure activities.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Unique Marina Side Condo With Great Views And Fun Atmosphere!

This nautically inspired 2-Br. Condo sleeps 4 and is on the dock level. The Bow unit offers a king-sized bed in the master and 2-twin beds in the spare room. It features full size kitchen appliances and a lovely seating area and gas grill for those evenings outside. There are 2 Full bathrooms with double size walk-in showers. And a pull out couch in case you need more room. This adorable unit is within walking distance to all area shops and the fabulous restaurants here in SWH, a coffee shop and a full restaurant/bar right here on site. We are in the heart of Acadia National Park. Features of the park such as Bass Harbor Head Light and Echo lake are just minutes away. Take a hike up Beech Cliffs or Acadia Mnt. for panoramic views of the island. Spend an evening exploring Bar Harbor and all of its shops and hustle and bustle. Make sure to try a whale watch tour out of Bar Harbor or take a sunset cruise upon a Friendship sloop right from your doorstep!

This little slice of heaven has something for everyone! This unit is one of two available at this location, should you need more space for family or friends please inquire as to availability. Both are similarly appointed and have been enjoyed by many extended family or friends groups!

We are a working waterfront here so expect early mornings, we not only see the sun first here on the Northeast coast, but the lobstermen and the salmon farmers head out super early! Most guest find the hubbub exciting and super interesting but it may not suit everyone's vision of vacation time.

We also offer a bit of adaptive gear should those considerations be of interest to our guests. Please send any questions along, always happy to accommodate any guest needs that we can.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pull out couch & pack n play available

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

$125 fee 1-well behaved crate trained dog under 45

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors and return the keys

Wash all used dishes

Return remotes to TV area

Recheck for personal belongings

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 616196vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this condo is near a water park and by the ocean. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬30 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Marina Side Condo With Great Views And Fun Atmosphere! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unique Marina Side Condo With Great Views And Fun Atmosphere!?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique Marina Side Condo With Great Views And Fun Atmosphere! on 16 May 2027 start from £1,179, 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 Unique Marina Side Condo With Great Views And Fun Atmosphere!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique Marina Side Condo With Great Views And Fun Atmosphere!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Marina Side Condo With Great Views And Fun Atmosphere!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique Marina Side Condo With Great Views And Fun Atmosphere! located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor condo building is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, great view and host was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
You've made my day Bruce! It was lovely meeting the two of you. Thank you for choosing to stay with us this season. We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A clean, modern, and well-run rental that was able to do short-term for a last minute trip for us. Very responsive host as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2026
So happy it all worked out! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying in this lovely condo on a working marina is unique VRBO experience we won’t forget! The condo was recently redone and very clean and comfortable for four adults. We spent a lot of time outside on the deck, enjoying the cool breezes of the harbor and watching the boats. The condo is walking distance from the town, a number of shops and restaurants, and the bus stop for the free Island Explorer bus to Acadia. Our host was welcoming and very responsive. I’d highly recommend this condo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2026
Robbin, thank you for choosing to stay with us this season. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and were quite comfortable. Have a lovely summer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great and the host was wonderful. I found it extremely convenient for going to Acadia National Park. Our trip was cut short or rather started late due to airline issues but the time there was great. Our only complaint was early morning sounds from upstairs—sounded like stomping around which can happen with any first floor unit. I would choose this property again however.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, and great views! Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient location. Enjoyed being on the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time in Maine. Our condo rental was very comfortable. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine vacation

Great location and views
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location. You're right on the water. Place was really clean and comes with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough great things about Christie and the property. It was very spacious, super clean, and was a great location! Christie is a wonderful host, and responds right away.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay! We love it here in SWH too! Thank you for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were extremely pleased with this property! The condo was spotless, spacious, and incredibly comfortable. We loved the peaceful location and the beautiful views—it was the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring Acadia. Beds were very comfortable and bathrooms were large. The photos listed on VRBO do not do this condo justice, it’s so much better than the pictures. Vacationland Coffee is a charming cafe located in the parking lot which we visited every morning. We loved ending the day at the nearby Seawall to watch the waves and enjoy the scenery. There is a small downtown area we walked to everyday for lunch or dinner, Clark Point Cafe was our favorite breakfast. Our family appreciated the selection of board and card games, which we enjoyed playing on the comfortable covered porch. My husband and I also loved the collection of books available during our stay.Bar Harbor was only about a 20-minute drive away, but we were so glad we chose to stay in Southwest Harbor instead. It was quieter, more relaxing, and much less crowded while still providing easy access to everything we wanted to do.The owner was wonderful to work with—friendly, responsive, and quick to answer any questions we had. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Acadia.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2026
So happy you enjoyed your time here Jennifer! Great guests such as yourself remind me why I love my job! Happy Summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place!

Awesome place, right on the marina! You can walk to restaurants and their little downtown area, about 1/4 mile walk. It was very clean and the beds were very comfortable! Great place to stay, since it was only about 20 min. from Bar Harbor. Will definitely recommend this place to our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Overall, this is a lovely property with comfortable, stylish furnishings, a well-equipped kitchen, two spacious bathrooms, and two comfortable bedrooms. I have two criticisms, however. (1) On the day we checked in, I could not find a number identifying the building in which the condo is located and, because of my poor eyesight, I could not see the condo unit's name (Bow) on the door. I called the host and my call went straight to voicemail but I couldn't leave a message because the mailbox was full. Very frustrating. (2) The bedroom windows face the Southwest Harbor Wastewater Treatment plant that's right next to the condo building. The plant does not smell at all, but the machinery inside the building runs twenty-four hours a day, every day, creating a loud, deep, cycling hum that means sleepless nights for light sleepers like me. Caveat emptor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2026
Anne, thank you for your candid review. We are not a perfect fit for everyone. We do however try to please everyone who's interested in communicating with us. We do live on an island with kinda wonky cell phone service, communication through the VRBO platform is always preferred and encouraged. Our street is undergoing a renumbering as mentioned via the VRBO portal and as you mentioned, the name of the unit is posted boldly on the door. Unfortunately we are where we are. Our harbor is small and we're all close neighbors. I'm sorry this influenced your time here. Communication is always best, we do have multiple properties and had you reached out we may have been able to make you more comfortable during your stay. Enjoy the rest of your summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Harborside

Great location without the crowds. Steps from the working harbor with sunset views.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Right on the ocean

Beautiful spot!! So many perfect little details!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just Wonderful

Everything u could want is here and the host even texted to let us get in early. Very comfortable beds and the walk around the marina is breathtaking. Also feels larger than its size.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Southwest Bar Harbor

Convenient location. Nice property with everything you need. It seems possible to walk to town however we did not due to sidewalk repairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Southwest Harbor Stay

We had a great time staying in the Marina side Bow condo. It had plenty of space for three adults. My father, who is 87, appreciated the peacefulness of the location. He could sit outside and watch the workings of the marina. It was relatively close to Bar Harbor and Acadia where we spent most of our time. Christie made a book that gave many recommendations which was very helpful. When I reached out to her, she was super responsive as well. I would highly recommend this condo if you want to be close to Bar Harbor but want a peaceful place to relax at night. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A quiet stay by the water

This apartment at the marina was better than I expected! The pictures don’t do it justice! This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable, the showers never ran out of hot water, and the kitchen and bathrooms were stocked with necessities. The views of the harbor right out the windows were beautiful. The area was quiet and relaxing. This was a perfect stay away from the busy tourist area of Bar Harbor, but within quick driving distance to everything on Mount Desert Island. The owner was friendly and responsive to our needs. I highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Walking distance to SWH and close to trails, Bass Harbor and Bar Harbor. The Bow unit was spotless and a great place to end our long days. Christie, our host, was super responsive and our place was ready when we arrived. We would definitely chose this place again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2026
So happy you enjoyed your stay in our region Kelly! We sure love it when guest enjoy our accommodations after a long day of having fun! Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was beautifully decorated and very clean. The nearby restaurants were are very good. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment exceeded expectations. The harbor setting was charming and peaceful. We liked the location for accessing Acadia National Park- not too far, yet far enough from the hectic Bar Harbor. The apt was well equipped. The beds were very comfortable .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun 2026
So happy that you enjoyed your time with us! Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

More than we expected.

We stayed in the “bow” unit and could not have been happier w/ our accommodations. Beautiful views of the inlet and sunrises. The condo is comfy cozy and well appointed. I lost count of the number of times that one of us commented on how pleased they were w/ the property and the close proximity to town, as in WALKING distance. Kudos to Christie, the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Special Place

We’re so glad we stayed at your condo. It was so peaceful and comfortable. It was very convenient to Acadia National Park and much more quiet than the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor, which was not far but more touristy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique experience

Enjoyed staying at the property, it was fun to watch the Harbor, see the tides. Close to attractions in the area. Very unique experience staying at the Harbor.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Christie Dysart

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Lifetime Mainah'! Been enjoying SWH since 1988 when my husband and I first met. We've spent our summers here ever since, can't imagine any better place to be!

Why they chose this property

Our family has been involved with this community through recreation early on and now multiple businesses here. We love the friendly local people and that we can just pop in and out of BH should we want a bit more excitement.

What makes this property unique

We are located right on site of a full service marina. There's great excitement here in the summer beginning with the colorful local fishermen right through to the amazing Luxury yachts and their crews. Always interesting views and people watching.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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