SEA VIEW GORGEOUS LUXURY W/ OCEAN VIEWS AND ACCESS OVERLOOKING SOUTHWEST HARBOR

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A house with a white deck and a covered porch.
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a lake and forest.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a granite countertop, and a large window.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, patterned armchairs, a dining table, and a kitchen with modern appliances.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Acadia National Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 26 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 28 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 37 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is SEA VIEW GORGEOUS LUXURY W/ OCEAN VIEWS AND ACCESS OVERLOOKING SOUTHWEST HARBOR pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at SEA VIEW GORGEOUS LUXURY W/ OCEAN VIEWS AND ACCESS OVERLOOKING SOUTHWEST HARBOR?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SEA VIEW GORGEOUS LUXURY W/ OCEAN VIEWS AND ACCESS OVERLOOKING SOUTHWEST HARBOR?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SEA VIEW GORGEOUS LUXURY W/ OCEAN VIEWS AND ACCESS OVERLOOKING SOUTHWEST HARBOR?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SEA VIEW GORGEOUS LUXURY W/ OCEAN VIEWS AND ACCESS OVERLOOKING SOUTHWEST HARBOR located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 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
We really enjoyed the house! The location was great, it was roomy, it had a nice view, and the kitchen had everything we needed. Communication was great as well. Easy to get to Acadia and Bar Harbor, and there are also good restaurant options nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2026
Thank you for being such lovely guests, we welcome your return anytime!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and the views were amazing. We were disappointed that there was no fire pit as in the description, but we stayed out most evenings and really didn’t miss it. Would most definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2026
We’re so glad you had a wonderful stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great house and very nice owners

Great house and very nice owners
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thanks so much Paul, we enjoyed having you and hope you can return soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Enjoyed the home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2023
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it, best for the rest of summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best stocked house !

Had a great time in Maine in a wonderful house with a great view.!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Thank you!! You were wonderful guests!! We’re so glad you enjoyed it and look forward to your return!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oceans end

This was a perfect house for family and such a beautiful view.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2023
Thank you for being wonderful guests, we hope you return!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another Pleasant Stay

This is the second year we've stayed at this comfortable and well equipped house. It was perfect for the three generations of our family ages 75 to 3. The owners are friendly and accessible.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thanks so much, you’ve been excellent guests and we look forward to your future visits!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely house

Great house for two families. Quiet neighborhood, incredibly well-stocked kitchen for heaps of cooking and baking, close to Acadia and loads of adventure.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2021
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and made some great family memories! We welcome your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sea View in Southwest Harbor

Perfect for a multigenerational vacation. The spacious rooms and bedrooms made for comfortable spaces for everyone from the grandkids to the grandparents. This property had the best equipped kitchen of any place we have stayed. Close to town and Acadia. We loved the property and the quiet side of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2023
Thank you! We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and were pleased with the amenities! Please visit again, and thank you for being wonderful guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family and friends paradise

Start to finish the property provided everything we wanted at a five star level. Well appointed, clean and a perfect kitchen. The sunporch was enjoyed all day long. Views, we’re excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2023
We're so glad you were pleased! Thank you for being such excellent guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous home with views of Southwest Harbor

This is the perfect Mount Desert home for a getaway with family or friends. Bedrooms and private baths on three different levels allow for plenty of privacy. The house is beautifully furnished and amply supplied, and the views of Southwest Harbor are gorgeous. We felt right at home and would love to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Thank you! We’re so glad you had a lovely stay and welcome your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Vacation

The reservation process was seamless. The property was spotless and welcoming. There was a beautiful view of the harbor from the expansive porch. There is plenty of activities in the Bar Harbor area - sightseeing, hiking and biking in Acadia National Forest, cruises for whale watching, seals, Puffins, light houses and fantastic lobster meals. We all had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2023
Thank you for being so wonderful to work with, we're delighted you enjoyed your stay, and welcome your return!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful, Beautiful and Relaxing!

Our family of 6 had a wonderful vacation at this beautiful home on the “Quiet Side” of Mt Desert Island. The location gave us access to all of the activities The Islznd has to offer without the hassle you might experience at Bar Harbor. The home is extraordinary. We’ve been to many vacation homes and this was by far the best. It’s very clean, well built and the owners are great people! We loved it and higjly reccomend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2021
How wonderful to hear from such nice guests!! We really enjoyed having you, and of course hope you can return, so glad you enjoyed it!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family and friend reunion

This property was perfect in so many ways! We enjoyed a beautiful sunrise over the harbor each morning while sipping coffee on the enclosed porch. We cooked up a storm in the great kitchen and the three floors provide privacy for the 7 people stayed here. We also loved the extra spaces (fire pit, dock) down by the water that we were able to enjoy. The owners were fantastic, even found a pizza pan for us to use! Would highly recommend this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2022
We're delighted you enjoyed your stay!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A well-deserved break

This lovely home was very comfortable for myself my two children and their spouses and four grandchildren. We enjoyed the fire pit, gazebo, nearby shopping and dining. I hope to return next year. Thank you so much for the lovely time. Marty
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2021
Thanks so much, we all really enjoyed having you as guests, and we're so glad you had this special time to spend together. We welcome your return anytime!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First visit to Maine

Property was excellent for our needs. Extremely well appointed with all the latest gadgets .South West Harbour also ticked all the boxes. We were lucky with the weather which is also important . One wet day indicated possible limitations of location. Delighted with our stay and Maine lived up to expectation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
We're so happy you enjoyed your time here, and were delighted to have you stay, we hope you return, being such nice guests!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you could imagine on the Quiet Side!

We had a great stay at Sea View! Our family has stayed in many rental homes and this was the best by far! There was plenty of room for the 7 of us (adult children and friends) and from blanket throws to kitchen appliances and tools - this home has everything! Phyllis and Bill, the owners, and Debby from MDI realtor were excellent hosts and responsive to any questions. Even the frogs in the pond were welcoming. We enjoyed the pier, the community fire pit and gazebo, and nature’s sunrises and STARRY NIGHTS! Strongly recommend and wish to come back again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2021
Thank you so much for this and for being such excellent guests!! We really enjoyed having you stay, and hope you can return!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home for a family gathering

This 4 bedroom 31/2 bath home is gorgeous and roomy. 3 generations ( ages from 6-80) had plenty of space for privacy and togetherness. The gazebo and fire pit provided places to view the ocean and hold marshmallow roasts in the evenings. We kayaked, fished, hiked, ate at nearby very nice restaurants. When not eating out the house itself was well equipped with cooking and baking essentials. One family member was brave enough to buy live lobsters at a nearby market and cook them at home!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
We are delighted you had such a great stay! Thank you for being such excellent guests, we welcome your return anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning all around

Jaw dropping home and views! This home was so well-stocked and appointed for people of all ages. A keyless entry would be more convenient to avoid having to pickup and drop off a physical key, but the current setup certainly wouldn’t hinder us from staying again. We would have loved to have had access to (the empty) kayak racks, gazebo and docks as they seemed to be virtually unused.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay, and the house and welcome your return!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Stay on the Quiet Side of Mt. Desert Island

Our family of 8 stayed for a week at "Sea View." The house was perfectly situated for us. It had plenty of room for each group to have privacy as well as plenty of space to have family time. The kitchen is probably one of the most well equipped kitchens I have come across at a vacation property. We packed way more than we needed, as most of the things we wanted were there. Bill and Phyllis the property owners were incredibly communicative and helpful with whatever we needed. You can tell they want each family to enjoy their time in their beautiful home. We utilized the fire pit by the water, and we took the kids fishing on the dock. We played games at the large dining room table and made so many awesome memories. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2021
Thank you for your nice words, we are truly so glad you enjoyed your stay at the house and were comfortable and had lots of precious family time!!! Its always so nice to have such lovely guests, please return before long!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a relaxing vacation

We rented this property for a week to celebrate my mom's 70th birthday, and it did not disappoint! There were 6 of us and it was plenty of space and bathrooms for everyone. Located a stone's throw from Southwest Harbor, it was a very relaxing place to come home to and drink coffee on the front deck. Staying in Southwest Harbor was great - it was quieter than staying in Bar Harbor and more authentic. It's about a 20min drive from Jordan Pond and the Park Loop, but we didn't mind as the drive is very nice. The local IGA is right around the corner, and the restaurants in town were top notch. Overall the location, cleanliness, and layout of the home is wonderful - the kitchen is fully stocked and you can tell it's very well taken care of. As one of our party members noted, "it's been a while since I've gotten over 8 hours of sleep every night for a week!" - that's how relaxing it was! Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2022
Thank you for such great feedback!! Please do return, we love having such wonderful guests!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house!

We were a group of 8 adults (my husband and myself with our three sons and their girls) celebrating my big birthday. The house was great! Big, very well stocked and lots of comfortable seating. We did not use the lower level living room at all but it would be very useful if you have teenagers who'd like some separation from the adults upstairs. The owners were not on site in the adjacent garage apartment during our week. Based on entries in the guest book, they will leave you a blueberry pie if they're in town. We were sorry to have missed that as they sounded like friendly, lovely people. One thing to keep in mind is that the house is not air conditioned. We are southerners used to that "refrigerated air" and did find the house got warm (especially the upstairs bedrooms) on sunny days. We had a bedroom switch mid-week! A couple of AC units upstairs would make a real difference. We really enjoyed our time in Southwest Harbor. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
We are delighted that enjoyed your stay!! Thank you for being such great guests!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house with great views

This is a beautiful property located on a well-landscaped lot that affords excellent views of the harbor and beautiful sunrises. All major appliances functioned properly and there was plenty of water pressure. The beds were comfortable and there was more than enough storage space. The kitchen is cook’s dream and is stocked with everything you could possibly need to prepare a meal. The Wi-Fi was adequate. The hosts are wonderful, concerned hosts that make every effort to make sure your stay exceeds your expectations. My only word of caution is the document that the management company insists that you sign. Reading it closely, it clearly makes the guests responsible for anything and everything including the host’s negligence. In my opinion, it is onerous. One other caveat - do not reserve this property until you have read that agreement. It is available to read before you commit. Once you commit, the management company’s fee and VRBO fee are nonrefundable. The management company did not meet our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2021
Thank you for your review, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay. We do operate at a higher level than most, and standards are kept high for our guests for a reason, this helps us ensure guest comfort and enjoyment of the property. Sea View is an extremely desirable property, and is exceptionally managed by us, the homeowners, and the maintenance and housekeeping teams. We have a wonderful system in place so that we ensure standards are met for a seamless, smooth vacationing experience. With few open weeks here at any given time, a repeat client base and a unique coveted property, we do our best to ensure staying guests are informed about the renting process and that is evident in the listing. While we understand you may be unfamiliar with staying at a professionally managed, higher end home and the process involved in accommodating your interest, we’ll remain steadfast in how we manage reservations for the property, and with so many parties showing interest in any given week, we’ll continue to be sure all inquiries are fully compatible.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best location on MDI

Our stay was perfect! The house was spotless, beautifully decorated, spacious and the view spectacular! We loved meeting the hosts and can’t wait to return to this special home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

September Vacation

We had a lovely stay at the Sea View. The descriptions and photos were true to life. The common space and beds/baths were spacious and comfortable. We cooked in for several meals and the kitchen was superbly supplied. Having the gas grill was a big help. The sunroom had room for our huge jigsaw puzzle where we could wander in, place a piece and enjoy the constantly-changing view down to the water and the harbor. A highlight on our final evening was roasting marshmallows for s'mores down at the fire pit. We enjoyed our stay here, worthy of a 5-star review.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2021
So wonderful to hear!! We're delighted to hear you made such lovely memories, and thank you for being such wonderful guests! I bet Uncle Tommy's bbq ribs were extra good, hope you can return!!
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