10/10 Excellent
Lisa C.
5 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Apartment
Ocean view 4 br, huge deck with grill, walk to town, pet friendly locally owned
Waterfront apartment with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 101320 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Southwest Harbor, ME
- Place, Wendell Gilley Museum13 min walk
- Place, Acadia National Park3 min drive
- Place, Asticou Azalea Garden24 min drive
- Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Living room
1 Single Futon
Living Room
1 Single Futon
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Ocean view 4 br, huge deck with grill, walk to town, pet friendly locally owned
Locally owned, maintained and occupied by an Island family of several generations, Breakwater (Formerly Black Dog Watch) is a large apartment in a newer duplex on an elevated property across the harbor, offering wonderful views of Southwest Harbor, Manset shore, and the Cranberry Isles. Park your cars on the property and walk 5 minutes to all that Southwest Harbor has to offer by being right on Main St. The pier is directly across the street along with 2 restaurants within throwing distance. The house offers WiFi, cable, Roku, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime and Disney + for evenings and rainy days. Breakwater can sleep 8-10 people with 2 king sized rooms, 2 rooms with a set of twins, and an optional futon and couch. The 680 sq. ft. deck also overlooks the ocean with deck furniture, picnic table, and new Weber gas grill for enjoying warm summer evenings.
We are avid animal lovers and welcome well behaved and well mannered pets after discussing your pets with us ahead of time. We reserve the right to deny pets if necessary. We lost Maggie, or orginal Black Dog in '23, but our new little black girl Lucy lives next door with us now. If you can't bring your pets and want a visit, I'm sure Lucy can schedule some time into her busy schedule for you to throw the ball for her. We also have a little "bobcat" named Lily that likes to perform acrobatics on various hand rails across the property.
The Island offers a free bus service through the Island Explorer that has pick up locations just walking distance from the house. Explore all our Island has to offer without touching your car for your entire trip.
There are also several paddle board, kayak, canoe, bike, and scooter rental shops for you to enjoy the Island even better. Golfers will enjoy the x3 18 hole golf courses on the Island including The Causeway Club right in Southwest Harbor plus one more just off the Island in Trenton.
You won't have a hard time filling up your vacation with activities in Southwest Harbor, only a hard time trying to do them all.
This apartment can be combined with our 3 bedroom apartment, Osprey Nest for a total of 7 bedrooms if availability exists.
We are avid animal lovers and welcome well behaved and well mannered pets after discussing your pets with us ahead of time. We reserve the right to deny pets if necessary. We lost Maggie, or orginal Black Dog in '23, but our new little black girl Lucy lives next door with us now. If you can't bring your pets and want a visit, I'm sure Lucy can schedule some time into her busy schedule for you to throw the ball for her. We also have a little "bobcat" named Lily that likes to perform acrobatics on various hand rails across the property.
The Island offers a free bus service through the Island Explorer that has pick up locations just walking distance from the house. Explore all our Island has to offer without touching your car for your entire trip.
There are also several paddle board, kayak, canoe, bike, and scooter rental shops for you to enjoy the Island even better. Golfers will enjoy the x3 18 hole golf courses on the Island including The Causeway Club right in Southwest Harbor plus one more just off the Island in Trenton.
You won't have a hard time filling up your vacation with activities in Southwest Harbor, only a hard time trying to do them all.
This apartment can be combined with our 3 bedroom apartment, Osprey Nest for a total of 7 bedrooms if availability exists.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
No pets left alone in the apartment
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is only allowed outside on the patio.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Please start the load of towels if you can. It greatly helps out housekeeper get a start on the several loads between each flip 🙂
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Southwest Harbor
Located in Southwest Harbor, this apartment is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Southwest Harbor, ME
What's nearby
- Wendell Gilley Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Flying Mountain Trailhead - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
- Asticou Azalea Garden - 24 min drive - 25.3 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 29.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Beal's Lobster Pier - 2 min drive
- Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - 22 min drive
- Archie’s Lobster - 4 min drive
- Thurston's Lobster Pound - 7 min drive
- Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Erica W.
16 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erica W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah D.
29 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarah D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah C.
16 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarah C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Debra K.
21 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Debra K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Paul F.
30 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Paul F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Doug S.
21 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Southwest Harbor time
Doug S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott L.
24 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
nicole N.
7 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nicole N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B.
13 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, convenient and spacious
Lisa B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michele H.
27 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First trip to Acadia
Michele H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Audrey T.
27 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great base for Acadia National Park
Audrey T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura S.
6 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun with family
Laura S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Jason P.
29 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice place in Southwest harbor
Jason P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
David L., Pewaukee, WI, USA
9 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodations were great
David L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wendy G.
21 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Wendy G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debra D.
25 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing hideaway
Debra D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Mike C.
16 Jul 2016
Great Vacation at the Black Dog Watch
Mike C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
10/10 Excellent
Cecilia L.
24 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for family vacation
Cecilia L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Multi-generation family vacation for 6
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean-Michel F.
23 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay and location
Jean-Michel F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Raina S.
12 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base to explore Acadia!
Raina S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Isaac H.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Isaac H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary G., Bedford, TX
28 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great choice
Mary G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joan C.
18 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience
Joan C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Luke Damon
Luke and Jackie met in Bar Harbor in March of 2009 and got married in July of 2013. Luke had just got home from 3 months at sea and was going out with some friends for a drink. Jackie saw the first new man she had seen all winter and claimed him immediately. You know.... storybook love story at a pub on a Maine island in winter!
Luke and his family have been on MDI and have fished the waters for generations. Luke was a Merchant Marine Engineer for several years sailing large ships all over the world until he met Jackie and came home from sea. He is now an engineer at The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor and helps run the utility plant there.
Jackie is originally from Downeast Maine but has been in the MDI area for over 20 years. She has worked in several restaurants in the area and can give you excellent suggestions for varying types of cuisine and wine. She is now a dental hygentist and practices in Town Hill/Bar Harbor.
Luke and Jackie love to hike all over MDI with their black lab, Lucy and son Cole. They will be happy to give advise of what to do while you're here and where to go.
Luke and his family have been on MDI and have fished the waters for generations. Luke was a Merchant Marine Engineer for several years sailing large ships all over the world until he met Jackie and came home from sea. He is now an engineer at The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor and helps run the utility plant there.
Jackie is originally from Downeast Maine but has been in the MDI area for over 20 years. She has worked in several restaurants in the area and can give you excellent suggestions for varying types of cuisine and wine. She is now a dental hygentist and practices in Town Hill/Bar Harbor.
Luke and Jackie love to hike all over MDI with their black lab, Lucy and son Cole. They will be happy to give advise of what to do while you're here and where to go.
Why they chose this property
Luke and Jackie have been looking to move back onto MDI for 2 years and finally found this amazing property which they both (miraculously) liked! All the amenities of living in town while having an amazing view of Southwest Harbor and shorter commutes to work is all it took for them to make the easy decision to buy this house. Since it was just the 2 of us originally, we decided to share the property with all the visitors that enjoy their Island as much as they do.
What makes this property unique
The sunrise over Islesford and Great Cranberry Island from bedroom #4 (or the deck) is amazing! If you're not a morning person, you can at least set your alarm, open the shades, enjoy the view, and go back to bed!
The 52 ft deck with 2 entrances to the apartment is by far the spot where most folks spend their time. 1/2 of the deck is shaded by a 2nd story deck above, and 1/2 is open and sunny with a full southern exposure, all while overlooking Southwest Harbor. Several cedar chairs are provided for lounging along with a cedar picnic table and Weber grill.
We have all the advantages of all the other Main street property with a sidewalk going right into town so you can park you car and walk to the market, pub, restaurant, or playground. However, we are a B lot so we have buffer from the road to dampen any traffic noise and not worrying about the kids or the dog being too close to the road. Being on the side of a hill we still have a great view without our front neighbors obstructing the Harbor.
The 52 ft deck with 2 entrances to the apartment is by far the spot where most folks spend their time. 1/2 of the deck is shaded by a 2nd story deck above, and 1/2 is open and sunny with a full southern exposure, all while overlooking Southwest Harbor. Several cedar chairs are provided for lounging along with a cedar picnic table and Weber grill.
We have all the advantages of all the other Main street property with a sidewalk going right into town so you can park you car and walk to the market, pub, restaurant, or playground. However, we are a B lot so we have buffer from the road to dampen any traffic noise and not worrying about the kids or the dog being too close to the road. Being on the side of a hill we still have a great view without our front neighbors obstructing the Harbor.
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