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Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia

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A room with large windows overlooking a lake, a wooden floor, a black chair, and a television.
A gravel path leading to a wooden signpost with directions to 'Sea Breezes' and 'Tides'.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding door leading to another room.
A cozy living room with two blue armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a TV in the background.
A two-story house with a deck overlooking a body of water, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

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

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.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Tremont, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia

Tides Cottage is a beautifully situated waterfront retreat on a quiet tidal inlet in Bass Harbor near Acadia National Park. Designed for comfort and relaxation, this inviting coastal cottage offers peaceful water views, modern amenities, and the perfect location for exploring the quieter side of Mount Desert Island.

The home features 3 bedrooms, each with it's own private bath, comfortably accommodating up to 6 people. The king bedroom includes a newly renovated tile walk-in shower, the twin bedroom also offers new tile walk-in shower and the queen bedroom features a shower stall.

The open kitchen, dining, and living area is filled with natural light from vaulted ceilings and large windows facing east over the water. Relax by the cozy wood-burning fireplace after a day exploring Acadia or enjoy the comfort of both heating and air conditioning throughout the home.

Outdoor living is just as special at Tides. The deck offers comfortable seating for morning coffee, waterfront dining, or taking in beautiful sunrises. Just off the front porch, guests can gather around the wood burning fire pit and enjoy meals off the grill at the picnic table.

Guests also have access to a shared dock with the neighboring cottage, complete with kayaks and a rowboat. Conveniently located within walking distance of Archies lobster and close to many Acadia National Park hiking trails, Tides is also just three miles from the center of Southwest Harbor where you will find shops and restaurants.

Whether you're seeking adventure in Acadia or a quiet place to unwind by the water, Tides Cottage is the perfect Maine coastal getaway
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 9:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children welcome

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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

No smoking inside the buildings

1 dog allowed June 1-5, 2024 With an additional $150 non refundable pet fee

Important information

You need to know

Property # 113515
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this cottage is near a water park and on the waterfront. 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 7 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Acadia National Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 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. 107 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property with an amazing view. Absolutely enjoyed our stay with our three adult sons before two of them get back to college and the other one starts his final year of high school. Easy access to the best. The island has to offer. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures did not do the house or scenery justice. It was perfect in every way! We will definitely be back. The host was so nice and accommodating. We loved the location away from bar harbor but also close to the national park. We loved our stay here and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This was a wonderful spot; easy access to many nice places on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with beautiful views. Close enough to restaurants and attractions . Well stocked kitchen and plenty of space overall. The wheeled luggage cart was was a welcome addition as well. Overall an enjoyable stay and if we revisit the area would stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This property perfectly met our needs as a family of 5. I was very impressed with how clean it was! We’ve rented many houses in various locations and this was probably the cleanest yet!! The kitchen was well equipped which we appreciated since we like to save some money on meals. If you are looking to do a lot at Acadia you should plan accordingly- took us about 25 minutes each way to get there and to bar harbor. I didn’t really think it was a big deal and since it was our first time as a family I didn’t know. It does add up. If you’re planning on being out all day and are prepared to do so it’s not a big deal. I do appreciate the quiet of this side of the island! We were pretty active with our three kids though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2026
Thank you for such a lovely review! It is a 25 minute drive to Bar Harbor and the Park Loop, Road entrance of Acadia national Park. That being said, Acadia national Park is peppered throughout Mount Desert Island. We have many hiking trails, Echo Lake, which offers three different swimming spots, the iconic Seawall, and Bass Harbor headlight to name just a few spots all within a 15 minute drive. For anyone looking to be away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor, this is a great place to enjoy the Quietside while still being only a 25 minute drive to the Park Loop, Road.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Amazing spot - very quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

The cottage and location was great. Quiet but close to trails and larger towns. Enjoyed the use of kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The photos do not do this spot justice. It was so cozy and our stay was fantastic. We were splitting time in Acadia and Boston, and now I wish I would have made it an entire one in Maine to stay here. I could have drank coffee and stared out the front window over looking the water all day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cottage on Bass Harbor

My wife and I throughly enjoyed our stay. Well appointed cottage with remarkable views of the harbor! Great place to stay to explore MDI and Bar Harbor. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

A cozy home with a wonderful view and a cast-iron fireplace that warms the place right up. We had a lovely time despite less than perfect weather and would happily come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation w/ adult kids

Absolutely loved the cottage and the waterfront location! Having coffee looking out over the water was so peaceful. Nicely renovated and found everything we needed. Not too far from Bar Harbor or Acadia landmarks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice small waterfront 3BR/3BA cottage that was great for 4 adults and two kids. There was a lobster pound within walking distance of the cottage too! Beds were comfortable and it was nice having en-suite bathrooms with each bedroom. The only negatives are: 1. two of the bedrooms have no air conditioning so on hot days it will be uncomfortable; 2. Two of the bathroom showers have no doors making it nearly impossible to not get water on the bathroom floors. 3. There is absolutely no “horizontal space” in the King Bedroom and bathroom except the two night stands and a suitcase stand. We had to place some items on the floor. 4. King bed bathroom sink is tiny (like something you see on an airplane) with no horizontal space for your toiletries. Other than that, everything was great…
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate hearing from our guests as it helps us to continue to improve our cottages. Regarding the bathrooms, two of the three bathrooms are new and feature modern walk-in tile showers. These are intentionally designed without doors. to maximize space while keeping the bathrooms, bright and open. The sinks that we chose were intentionally compact to make the most of the small space. I would agree, however, that some more shelving is needed around the sink and I am beginning to look for some right now. We also have shelves to put up behind the toilets, which will be additional space for towels and such. The windows and ceiling fan in the queen bedroom and table fan in the twin, have sufficed since we built this cottage. We have very few hot summer nights here on the coast of Maine where a ceiling fan and an open window don’t seem like enough to cool you down! We are always looking for ways to improve our guests experience and will continue making thoughtful improvements. Glad that you found the beds comfortable and proximity to Archies is not only walkable, you can kayak!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Acadia

We had a lovely time visiting Acadia. We enjoyed being on the “quiet side” !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bernard Waterfront Cottage

We had a fantastic stay at the cottage. It was everything that we were looking for for a week on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island. We cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
We look forward to your return to Tides Anthony.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place!

We went for our daughter’s senior trip and this property was amazing. Beautiful views, quiet, enjoyed the kayaks too! Would definitely stay again. The only issue we had was running out of hot water pretty quickly. A family of five and maybe 2 could get consecutive hot showers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Thank you for the feed back about the hot water heater Steve! I had not heard this from guests before but it is a hot water tank and not an on demand system so it will need to reheat for about 30 minutes if it is drained by consecutive showers, and hot water being used in other areas at the same time. I will make note of this and check with future guests to see if they also have issues.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place

Views lovely over the water. Open common area with kitchen/living space great for spending time with our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquility

We thoroughly enjoyed this idyllic cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tremont ME is wonderful

Great place away from the tourists of Bar Harbor, yet short trip to the Harbor. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place !

Everything was perfect in this house . Great communication from the host as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful Vacation Property

Very nice property. Very scenic location. Quiet and secluded. Everything that you need is provided, even binoculars to view the wildlife. Wonderful vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the location, setting, dock with kayaks and rowboat. Hosts were very friendly and gracious! Couldn’t have been happier with our choice!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful week staying at this property. The area was very quiet, and the house was clean. The entire process (checking in and out) was seamless. If we ever come back to the area, we know where we will be staying! We have no negatives to say about this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Maine Experience

This property is clean, well kept, and has amazing views. It feels like a wilderness experience while also providing all of the modern amenities of a home and access to the surrounding area. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely!

Great cabin with amazing waterfront view and great location. Awesome bird watching - we saw herons, egrets, loons, ducks, and osprey. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stacy Just

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We purchased 2.5 acres on Bass Harbor in 1974 and built our home and the cottages in the following years adding upgrades and renovations almost yearly. We are native to Mount Desert Island, have 2 grown children and 4 almost grown grandchildren. We enjoy boating the Maine coast, kayaking the local waters and walking the trails of Acadia.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is all wood, no smelly carpets, is located right at the water's edge on Mill Creek off Bass Harbor and is only 3 miles to down town Southwest Harbor and 25 minutes to down town Bar Harbor. Entrances to Acadia are all around us.

What makes this property unique

Sitting in the swing at the water's edge with morning coffee and again at the end of the day is a peaceful start and ending to every day. The white washed vaulted ceilings and glass front gives the combined living/kitchen a spacious feel and perfect spot for bird watching with our binoculars. Each bedroom will have its own private bath with completion of renovations in May for added privacy for all guests!

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