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Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

Cottage in Southwest Harbor with kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6706 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Pond
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Loft Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Yurt Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Yurt Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

The Norumbega Mtn Yurt is our largest yurt, offering a spacious and memorable stay for up to six guests. Yurts are unique, tent-like circular structures with a wood-lattice frame and thick canvas walls-an ancient design originating from the nomadic tribes of Asia. Our modern version pairs that traditional charm with the comfort of a fully equipped vacation rental. With reflective insulation and a high-efficiency heat pump/AC unit, you'll stay cozy in any season.

Inside, you'll find everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stay. The enclosed bedroom features a queen bed, while a second queen bed sits in the lofted sleeping area (featuring regulation stairs). A queen-size sleeper sofa in the main living space provides extra room for additional guests. ALL linens also included!

The large kitchen is thoughtfully stocked and includes a range/oven, dishwasher, stand-up refrigerator, sink, cookware, and dishware-perfect for preparing meals together after a day in the park. The yurt also includes a full bathroom with a stand-up shower.

Whether you're exploring Acadia National Park, unwinding on Mount Desert Island, or simply looking for a unique place to stay, the Norumbega Mtn Yurt offers comfort, character, and a true "glamping" experience inspired by centuries of tradition.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Southwest Harbor

Southwest Harbor is home to this cottage. 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. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Long Pond - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always such an amazing experience and such a well kept property! Love this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Very clean, comfortable and well stocked. The location was perfect. Not too far from most of Acadia's attractions. Check in and check out were very easy. Loved this yurt!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing yurt and responsive and generous hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yui U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended for a family that doesn’t have camping gears but wants to enjoy camping experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place to stay. The yurts are super cute, very clean and the property is beautiful. The owners are friendly & quick to respond to any questions. We highly recommend this property & are looking forward to going back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing yurt! This one has a loft! The woodwork is exquisite. Super close to some Acadia fire roads on the “Quiet Side” of the island. Beds were super comfortable. Loved the light coming through the sky light.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a great spot! It was on the quieter side of the island which was really nice. The hosts thought about everything, even had a stool for our little kiddo to use to be able to reach the sink. Our only regret was not being able to stay longer. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makenzie J.

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

Bachelorette weekend!

Exactly what we were looking for! A place to call home while we explored Acadia and Bar Harbor! Fit 6 girls comfortably with surprisingly no arguing over the bathroom! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Fabulous Stay

The property was very clean, comfy and beautiful inside. We will absolutely stay there again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

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

Perfect Place to Stay

The yurt was extremely welcoming, peaceful, clean, relaxing, and all around amazing. The hosts were very helpful and responsive with any questions that we had. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Yurt

The yurt was perfect for our trip to Acadia. Very comfortable and clean. Easy access to the park and surrounding areas. Lots of thoughtful details in the yurt. Staff was very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

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

Fantastic

This was the first time I have ever stayed in a yurt, and this place has definitely changed the way I will be traveling from now on. The yurt felt like I was staying in a house!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

yurt stay

A wonderful trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas H.

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

Great place and location

Check in was easy and the place was as advertised. Very beautiful yurt with all of the essentials. Unique stay that was totally worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carole S.

Yurting is fun!

Great location- great concept - fun stay near all the wonders of the Island, on the quiet side. Our way to vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Z.

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

Great stay on the quiet side of MDI

We had a great stay at Acadia Yurts! Kids enjoyed the loft and parents enjoyed the space of the larger yurt. Karen and Aaron are great hosts; always responsive and helpful. We would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great experience near Acadia National Park!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

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

Great vacation!

Our yurt was a great home base for our family to explore Acadia and MDI! It had everything we needed and we appreciated the amenities after long days spent exploring the park. Aaron and a Karen were great hosts and everything was as advertised. We definitely look forward to coming back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kent W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Awesome Place to Stay!

The yurt felt warm and inviting for our fall getaway. The kitchen was adequately stocked with cookware and the couple of things we thought were missed were found available in the laundry barn.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

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

Excellent lodging- would book again in a heartbeat!

Yurt felt like a cozy luxe home for the week. Spotless, roomy, everything you need for your Maine adventure week. Slept 4 of us comfortably with room for cooking simple dinners, playing board games, lounging. We have absolutely no complaints- its perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

Perfect Acadia Location

The yurt, in addition to just being fun, was extremely clean and had everything we needed. The location was 30 minutes or less to everything on Mount Desert Island, but much quieter than the east side. Can't recommend enough and will certainly be back next time we're visiting Acadia!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Very memorable!

This was my family's first time staying in a yurt, and we were very happy with our experience. Karen and Aaron designed the entire place with an eye toward comfort and convenience. The kitchen was equipped with every accessory we could want. I also appreciated the board games we were able to borrow from the Red Barn. My husband enjoyed the flotation session in the Wellness Center, too. I highly recommend Acadia Yurts!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

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

A very special place!

The yurt provided an excellent home base for us while we explored Acadia and was the perfect balance of nature and comfort for our family! We loved our time there and would not hesitate to book again. Karen and Aaron do a wonderful job!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lauren R.

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

Nice get away

We had a great time. The yurts were wonderful. My only complaint is that we were right by the highway and we heard the traffic all night long.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

sara s.

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

Glamping

Nice quiet spot in the woods and well appointed yurt. A few of our group also used the Wellness Center and very much enjoyed the services. We would definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S.

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

Stop looking and stay here

By far the most perfect spot to stay in Acadia. The balance between nature and convenience is perfect. Incredibly well maintained and clean. 10/10 we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Karen Roper

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Aaron is a Maine native. He was born and raised across the bridge in Trenton and grew up attending local Bar Harbor schools. He has worked in the restaurant industry for 20+ years beginning as a prep cook in high school then moving toward general manager. Aaron's favorite extracurricular activity is learning all he can about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As often as he can, he trains locally and loves sharing this passion with others.

Karen is a transplant. Originally from Chicago she made her way to Maine in 2009 and fell in love immediately. In Acadia she enjoys hiking, trail running, yoga, and long walks on the carriage roads. Karen has been teaching yoga locally for over 6 years and now brings her practice to the Wellness Center (located on site at Acadia Yurts). Karen is also a licensed massage therapist and offers services onsite (pending availability).

As a couple we have done quite a bit of traveling and through that we have narrowed down the particular way we like to travel. The biggest factor for us is having a furnished kitchen in order to prepare health minded foods to nourish our bodies and support all our outdoor activities. The idea for Acadia Yurts has been brewing for quite some time. Friends of ours live off the grid in a yurt and we greatly appreciate the rustic, romantic feel of the yurt but wanted some of the comforts of home; running water, heat, electricity. From there Acadia Yurts was born. We truly hope you enjoy our property and your time here as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

This property is a stone's throw to Acadia National Park with hidden gems around every turn. Acadia Yurts is the most unique way to stay on MDI. We bring you local knowledge, passion for living mindfully and a desire to share our favorite place with you and your loved ones to create lasting memories.

What makes this property unique

• Completely unique dwelling
• Amenities of home including furnished kitchen, bathroom, heat, and furnished living spaces
• Proximity to Acadia National Park
• Located on quiet side of MDI to assist you in slowing down and reconnecting to yourself and loved ones
• On site Wellness Center offering Massage, Infrared Sauna, Float Therapy, Yoga & MORE!

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English, Spanish

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