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New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace

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Interior
Exterior
Oceanside outdoor space
Warm, romantic fire place to take the chill off in the evening
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace

Sea Shore Cottage is a charming 1920's style cottage with a large, sloping lawn right down to the ocean. This property is right in the heart of Acadia National Park, within minutes to such sites as Bass Harbor Head light, Echo Lake, Somes Sound, and Beech Cliffs.

This house overlooks Southwest Harbor, Sutton Island, the Cranberry Islands, and Greening Island. This ideal spot is within walking distance of superb restaurants, specialty shops, a full service marina, galleries, and sea glass hunting. Coffee shops, an ice cream parlor, and children's playground are just a few things that are within a five minute walk. In just minutes you can drive to Echo Lake, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, and many other popular Acadia National Park destinations.

Don't want to drive? Load up on the free Island Explorer shuttle that stops directly across the street! During the summer stop by the farmers market or take a sunset sail on one of the many boats offering them. There are also many opportunities to take a ferry to one or more of the surrounding islands for hiking or biking.

This house is on a property shared with three houses. There's a shared fire pit with seating adjacent to the shore.







Keywords: Classic 1920's cottage within walking distance to picturesque Southwest Harbor village. Oceanfront.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Many board games, books, and video games.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$125 one well behaved crate trained dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 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 snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking 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 - 31 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace on 22 May 2026 start from £220, 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 New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor cottage 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. 67 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location close to lots of trails, the lake and food/ice cream. Host was very responsive and house was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

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

Cute cottage

We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and well-appointed cottage for our family of four. Great location, peaceful and quiet but we were able to walk to town to visit shops and restaurants. Quick drive to hikes and other Acadia activities. Host was proactive and responsive -- check-in and checkout were a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Great location

Had a wonderful time staying in this house . Great location. Walking distance to shops and close to all of the activities we wanted to do. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Perfect place in SW Harbor!!

This place is a must for your trip to Acadia!!! We had the best time!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolores M.

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

Back Again

Excellent stay again. Super location and wonderful place to rent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolores M.

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

Seascape

Great location and property
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George P.

Very clean, roomy home in S. W. Harbor. Very friendly owner. Great location.

Would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the location and comfortably relaxed as a group of 6. We were in town for the MDI Half Marathon, and being steps from the finish line was so lovely after finishing. We also enjoyed using the fire pit next to the water and had plenty of amenities to cook a few meals. One note - the two single beds on the sleeping porch are not heated, so keep that in mind for stays later in the season. Christie was super communicative throughout the entire process.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolleschel B.

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

Good location

The house was clean and well set up for a family of 5. The location fit exactly our needs, close enough to all the things we wanted to do but still quiet. The communication with the host was easy and prompt.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2024
Thank you so much! Glad you had a nice stay! We really appreciate guests that know what they need and put in the time to find a perfect house to meet those needs! I hope the rest of your trip was fabulous as well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the home, which was well accommodated and very comfortable. The beds were comfy and the in window air-conditioning unit units were very effective. While the home is not large, it is well laid out and the space is used efficiently so we still felt very comfortable with our family of five and our dog. The area is beautiful with so many different things to do and lots of good food and hiking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2025
So happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay here in SWH! Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well kept and appointed home. Very comfortable. The owner was quick to respond to inquiries and lives close so is able to replace or fix anything quickly. (nothing was broken but a lobster pot had a hole in it and was replaced within 30 minutes!) Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay! So sorry about the lobster pot... happy I was able to resolve the problem in a timely manner.... so nice to meet you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

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

Very Enjoyable

We stayed at the house for three weeks and it worked very well. Our boys (5 & 8) enjoyed the firepit next to the water, the short walk to the shops, library, ice cream, etc. and close proximity to a working harbor.
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2024
So happy you had a wonderful stay here in our neck of the woods! Hopefully you had time to read the Judy Blume book, Fudge-a-mania! Thank you for being such wonderful guests! I love introducing young families to our small town! Happy summer Matt & family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. The host thought of everything. We didn’t need to buy anything except food. She even provided coffee. My only complaint was the marina next-door. It had a docking area but also a separate working area for repairs so was a little noisy on workdays when I wanted to sit by the water and enjoy coffee in the the quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody O.

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

Charming home

Christie was an exceptional host and we very much enjoyed having this charming house as our base to a wonderful family vacation. The house was very clean and offered everything we needed for the week. We enjoyed making a camfire by the water many of the nights we were there. That was a treat that we miss by not camping...thumbs up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2024
Thank you Melody, I'm so glad you and your family had a great visit here in SWH!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Perfect MDI Family Trip

Our stay at Christie’s cottage was the perfect stage for having a wonderful family vacation with my wife and I, two parents, two young children, and the family dog! We could walk into quaint Southwest Harbor for a meal and shopping, or make the 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor and the Acadia Loop. The house itself too, with large deck, fire pit and access to the ocean offered plenty to do. We would highly recommend and will return!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a great location. Very clean. Fireplace was great for a cool rainy day we had. The kitchen is well stocked and even has pancake mix and syrup. Only downside was the traffic noise, which interfered with our sleep. The house is right on the road, with 2 of the 3 bedrooms road facing, so 6am-10pm we heard traffic pretty non-stop. If you're a light sleeper this might not be the best place to stay. But if that's not a concerns for you, then go for it - everything else about this rental is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

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

Charming and nicely decorated inside

Charming home, nicely decorated. Nice view of SW Harbor. Close to grocery store, restaurants, Acadia. If you cannot walk up a flight of stairs, you may want to contact the host, though. Great location. We took a ride on a lobster boat, went to Bar Harbor, went to Cadillac mountain, and drove the park loop. We really enjoyed the island and its beauty.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay - our visit was made very comfortable by our host Christie. Everything was as pictured and the house was well appointed. We were able to make family meals, play board games on a rainy day, and enjoyed time in the yard and with our neighbors for the week. There was also great bike storage as an added bonus! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R C.

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

Everything you need

Walking distance to restaurants and trails. 25 minutes to Bar Harbor. Well equipped. Very responsive owner. 3rd row from the water with views and beautiful sunrise.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house has charm. It was a darling house that was super clean! The beds were very coney and the deck was nice to relax on. Christy was extremely easy to work with and willing to help! The only caution I would have with this house is if you have small children just know 2 beds are on an enclosed front porch with a door. Even my young adults were nervous to sleep there! Overall though I would definitely stay again at one of Christy’s properties!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is very cute and kitchen was well stocked and clean. We only used the king bed and it was very comfortable. Washer and dryer are located in the basement, which explains why there were no photos of them in the listing. Only complaint is the bathroom sink faucets are too small for the sink which made it hard to wash hands. The living room rug could use some cleaning, but other than that the entire house was very clean. Nice deck for enjoying meals. Lots of towels and wash clothes, which we appreciated. Location was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Southwest Harbor

Have visited Mt Dessert Isle many times (7-8?) and although we've explored Southwest Harbor, we've never stayed there until this past week. Definitely the quieter side of the Island. Christie's house was perfect and just what we were looking for. She communicates VERY well and her house was in a very convenient location. A very short walk to several restaurants in town and only about 15 minutes from the park entrance on Rt 233. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend both this side of the Island and Christie's house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Jim, Thank you for staying here with us this past fall! I'm so happy that you enjoyed your stay here on the quietside! Should you come back this way give us a call! Hope you had a great winter season! Christie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HOLLY W.

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

Maine

The property is beautiful there wasn't anything we needed that wasn't provided to us. Christie was an amazing hostess. We took the ferry to Swans Island and go stuck on the island due to the dock breaking and I reached out to her, and she sent her nephew to come pick us up from Bass Harbor once we got back to the main island because we had to leave our rental on Swans Island! We were so grateful for her all her help. I highly recommend staying in the Cottage and on Southwest Harbor.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Maine/Acadia Family Vacation

Our family of 4 (2 parents and 2 adult children) drove from Chicago to Maine to experience Mom's East Coast heritage. This house in Southwest Harbor delivered! Things we loved: walkabilty to town and short drive to Bar Harbor, functional kitchen allowed us to shop/cook and save money on meals, king bed in primary bedroom, 3 other separate sleeping areas, laundry area, view of the boats from the back deck, niceties like TVs ( didnt turn them on once) and AC. The host is helpful and responsive and the home is clean, comfortable and loaded with East Cost charm! We enjoyed hiking in Acadia National Park (very close), Beals Lobster Pier, a Lighthouse and Puffin cruise, shell/sea glass hunting, antiquing, LOTS of ice cream at the Salt Shop and coffee from Top Notch. Salt Shop and Beals were AMAZING with Mom's gluten allergy. Wonderful memories made here.
Rugged Maine coast, low tide
Books, games, East Coast charm!
Lobster Pier
This home had stairs, but was no issue
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2025
So happy your family enjoyed our small coastal town! Thank you for being fabulous guests!

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