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Sweet 2 BR Cottage With Harbor Views, Walk To Downtown Southwest Harbor

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A two-story house with a garage, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and flowering bushes.
A two-story house with a gabled roof, white siding, and black shutters.
A view through a window of a residential area with a grassy yard, a small tree, and a building with a brick roof.
A residential area with houses, a driveway, and a body of water in the background.
A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
With ocean views, this cottage features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 5 guests. It offers a patio for outdoor relaxation and access to nearby hiking and biking opportunities. Families can enjoy the Wendell Gilley Museum and Beech Cliff Loop while bringing their pets along.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available

    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sweet 2 BR Cottage With Harbor Views, Walk To Downtown Southwest Harbor

Robin’s Nest is perched at the top of a quiet, dead-end street, less than a mile walking distance to the center of Southwest Harbor. The town center offers a variety of restaurants, shops, public library, and playground. Catch glimpses of harbor views from many rooms in this sweet 2 bedroom, 1 bath home.

The cottage has a very comfortable layout and can accommodate up to 5 guests; however, the house is best suited for a combination of adults and kids with a maximum of 4 adults). The kitchen, dining room, and living room are on the first floor; two bedrooms and a bathroom (with tub/shower) are located on the second floor. The largest of the bedrooms has a queen-sized bed, with ample room to put a pack-and-play or toddler mattress in the room. The second bedroom has two twin beds. A sleeper sofa in the downstairs living room can accommodate additional guests. The sleeper sofa is best suited for children or small adults for brief stays. The washer and dryer are located in the basement and are available for guest use.

Robin’s Nest is well landscaped, with a sunny rear deck, private back yard, paved driveway, and single-car garage, where you may store your bikes or kayaks. The home is tastefully decorated and well-appointed. The owners have young children and are happy to accommodate yours. A portable crib, high chair, and other baby and child items are available upon request. Please contact the owner with your special needs. Pets are negotiable.

Come visit all that Mt. Desert Island and Acadia National Park have to offer, while enjoying the comforts of this sweet home with harbor views.

Owners also have a larger rental property in Bass Harbor to accommodate groups up to 10 people. See listing #976458 for more information.
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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

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Must be discussed and approved in advance by owner

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3766383
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
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

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is in the city centre. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain climbing.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 22 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 23 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 33 min drive - 35.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬30 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet 2 BR Cottage With Harbor Views, Walk To Downtown Southwest Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Sweet 2 BR Cottage With Harbor Views, Walk To Downtown Southwest Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweet 2 BR Cottage With Harbor Views, Walk To Downtown Southwest Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet 2 BR Cottage With Harbor Views, Walk To Downtown Southwest Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sweet 2 BR Cottage With Harbor Views, Walk To Downtown Southwest Harbor located?

This family-friendly cottage is located in the city centre, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead is 2.7 mi (4.4 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. 63 out of 67 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

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10/10

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Location

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and clean, nice harbor view
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! We had a great time and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place in acadia

great location to see the park and relax
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was adorable and in a great spot right off of the main road in southwest harbor. Tons of deer to watch in the morning right next door. Host was incredibly kind to us when we had some issues checking in. Would absolutely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, homey, very clean, and well appointed. Host very responsive. Quiet neighborhood. Close to town of Southwest Harbor with some good restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a quieter visit to Acadia. Staying on this side of the park area was perfect for us to escape the crowds at the end of the day. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed for our family of four. Easy check in and out process.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

The cottage was beautiful, clean and cozy. Very near shops and restaurants of Southwest Harbor. About 30 min to most spots in Acadia and Bar Harbor. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quietside Cottage in SW Harbor

Excellent location and comfortable, roomy home on the quiet side of MDI - so much to do and a wonderful launching point to do it. Great access to all the best lobster pounds and Acadia sights and hikes!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet SW Harbor cottage

Great location for a 3 night getaway. Super close to town and peeks of water views from the house. The house was SPOTLESS and Maria was super responsive throughout booking and check in process. I would def stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice, comfortable accommodations

Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place - great location, lovely host and simple charm. We loved coming home to our cottage after our Mt Desert adventures. Walkable to shops, restaurants and the Cranberry Island ferry. It was immaculate! We would highly recommend it.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice break after being on the road

Enjoyed having this comfortable, quiet home where we could relax and do laundry after several days on the road. Was a great, quiet location from which to explore the island and Acadia National Park. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

This is a great location to Acadia and surrounding areas. This is a very quiet neighborhood and this house had everything you would need and comfy beds! Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location in Southwest Harbor...good base for exploring Mt. Desert Island and Acadia. Clean and comfortable cottage. Walked to Upper Deck for dinner one night. Just a few miles to Bass Harbor and about 30 minutes to Bar Harbor and Hulls Cove Visitor Center where we picked up our e-bike rentals to explore the carriage roads in Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Cute, quaint, and unforgettable! Maria was exceptional at communicati!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Corvette Weekend

We had our second stay here. It’s a perfect quiet spot for Corvette Weekend on Mount Desert Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely week at Robin’s Nest

The cottage was a perfect home base for our week on MDI. It’s quiet, well-stocked (we made dinner most nights), very comfortable, and perfectly situated for exploring the island. Communication with the owners was superb.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

We loved this little house and especially the location and proximity to Acadia. It was nice to get out of the crowds of Bar Harbor. It has great views of the water from the bedrooms and living room. Nice town with plenty of restaurant choices. I recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Nothing fancy but comfortable and clean (great hosts)

Overall great location and wonderful hosts. Couches are comfortable which is important after day of hiking/riding. Quiet location and you will definitely hear the coyotes serenading each evening .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Maria’s house is very clean and cute. The location is great as you can check out the town as well as some nice trails that are very close. Short drive to bar harbor as well. I love that they also had some games for kids and a gate upstairs for stair safety.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

This is a beautiful house, tastefully furnished. Owner is very easy accessible and helpful.House is very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.Beds are comfortable, property was very clean and kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful Stay

Great response by Owner. A few minor hiccups were addressed immediately satisfactory results 🙂
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Fit

Property was great for our small group and had great access to Acadia Park. Southwest Harbor had everything we needed and able to avoid the higher prices and traffic headaches of Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic !

My wife and I (and our small dog) had a wonderful trip and the house was just right. Cozy ,clean and close to everything in Acadia. Very quiet neighborhood, room for bikes and kayaks, 20 min walk to Southwest Harbor, lovely deck and yard. Highly recommend !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

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