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Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town of SWH

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A room with a large window overlooking a forested area.
A cabin with a wooden exterior, a covered porch, and a small staircase leading to the entrance.
A cozy living room with a green sofa, wooden chairs, a patterned rug, and large windows offering a forest view.
A rustic outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, two wooden chairs, and a wooden table.
A cozy dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a lamp, and a view of a lush garden through large windows.

Reviews

10 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.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪7 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

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom w/ Two Twin Beds

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. 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, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 31 min drive - 33.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬12 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town of SWH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town of SWH?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town of SWH?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town of SWH?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town of SWH located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 118 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful cottage located in a get spot in the woods, which we look forward to returning to every year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We would definitely stay at the Knollette again. The location is quiet but close to town. The washer and dryer are great when you're traveling with children.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. Everything was as advertised. Very quiet wooded area. We saw a couple of big bucks and a fox in the backyard. Would recomend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2026
A fox! Lucky you. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We cannot say enough about how wonderful our hosts were before, during, and even after our stay. Communication was absolutely excellent - as we remember the same from our first trip here about 5 years ago. The VRBO listing is extremely accurate. This cabin has everything you need for a delightful and stress-free stay. If you are looking for peace, beauty, and serenity near Acadia and all that it has to offer, look no further. We are so appreciative of the opportunity to return to the Knollette!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 16 Oct 2026
ThAnk you fOr being such lovely guests! Come aGain! Adair
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage is amazing! Many extras to make you feel at home. Breathtaking area! Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Lovely photo. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adair was a fantastic host from the start! She was very attentive to every detail both with communication as well as with details of the home during our stay. The cozy cabin was the perfect place to stay to enjoy a little piece of heaven tucked in the woods with the sea only a 5 minute walk away (and all to yourself!) and still only 30 minutes from the vibrant town of Bar Harbor and Acadia NP. We loved every bit of our stay and would absolutely recommend to anyone headed to Mount Desert Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on 16 Oct 2026
Meanwhile, thank YOU for being such lovely guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at The Knollette. It was quiet, the location was perfect, the cabin was clean and well stocked, and the host was helpful and responded quickly to any inquiries. Great home base for our adventures around the island. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2026
Thanks for taking good care of the cottage. Come again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for peace and quiet this is the place for you! Access to all things Acadia is just a short drive
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2026
Marc- A belated thanks for choosing our property. I’m glad it was a good fit for you and hope you will come again! Best- Adair
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cottage for my husband I. The kitchen is well stocked with spices, pots and pans, dinnerware, etc. It was fun to watch the deer graze in the open yard out the main windows. The house binder is full of excellent suggestions and information. The town, including the butterfly park and Gilley Museum, and the causeway are an easy walk and worth the visit. Acadia National Park is amazing and an easy drive. We also took the Lulu Lobster Boat tour and highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2026
Thanks for choosing our family cottage, taking goid care of it, and leaving a Lovely message In the guest book. CoMe again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds were comfortable. The whole place was neat and clean. There are lots of games and books to read on a rainy day. The host family provided lots of ideas for us to explore. The kitchen is clean and well stock. I was amazed at the spice cupboard. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
Thanks for choosing our home & taking good care of it. We would welcome you again! Best- Adair
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our time at the cottage. Adair was super communicative and helpful, and the peaceful surroundings were just what we were looking for. We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2026
Colleen- Of course we would be happy to host you again! Best- Adair
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than described! Well equipped, thoughtful touches, beautiful woodland setting. Great communication. I could have stayed all summer.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun 2026
Linda - I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for being thoughtful guests. Come again! Adair
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Within five minutes of arriving, my wife said, “we’re definitely staying here again next year!” The Knollette is the perfect size for our family of four. This is our sixth time visiting Southwest Harbor, and this was by far the best location we’ve stayed in. It was wonderful to be completely surrounded by woods, yet still be within walking distance of Main Street and so many other great spots around town. The cottage was clean and beautifully decorated, and our hosts were very easy to communicate with. Thanks to the well-stocked kitchen, we didn’t break the bank eating out every meal. I would 100% recommend, and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2026
Meanwhile, we will be happy to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great little cabin on a quiet part of the island next to a some great walks! We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Julian - A belated thanks for renting with us. Come again! Best- Adair
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at this cabin and really appreciated all of the little/simple touches that the owner included to make our stay simpler and more enjoyable.We particularly appreciated the book of info on some of the local sights, attractions, and food options, as well as how so many of the locations for necessary and consumable items were well labeled.If or when we ever come back to the area again for another trip, we would absolutely love to stay here again, and would recommend this location and owner to anyone looking for a quiet, cozy, beautiful place to stay on MDI.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
Sean- Always nice to have conscientious, appreciative guests! We would be happy to have you return. Best - Adair
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to rest! Very close to Acadia NP, love it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2025
We are happy to rent to you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication and directions were great. The listing is accurate that it is an older cottage in the woods. There were plenty of supplies and kitchen accessories. I do not believe there was AC, but hopefully you don't need it on most days. Some of the days we were there were a bit warmer and AC would have been nice. Because it's in the woods, you have to deal with some smaller bugs, ants, spiders, etc. Overall it was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2026
Timothy- It’s true that climate change is slowly generating occasional hot days on the island. We just purchased some fans for those days. Perhaps a small AC is in the cottage’s future. Meanwhile, thank you for choosing our property. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
The cottage is in a perfect location for an easy walk to town or the causeway. Everything we needed or could want was in the kitchen for cooking, including spices, oils, pots and pans. The beds were comfortable. We loved seeing a deer from the large windows in the living area. The kitchen table was ideal for games or meals. The hosts provided details in a notebook about the cottage, area, and checkout. 10
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun 2026
Thanks for choosing our home and being thoughtful guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, well appointed. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Thanks being great guests. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect spot for exploring Acadia with the family. The cabin was just the right size for the four of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cottage

Perfect cottage for a perfect vacation on MDI. Hosts were great and very accommodating!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Thanks for being conscientious guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing area and stay

Nice place. Great location on the quite side of Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
So glad you had a lovely stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming cottage in a peaceful setting

Quite, comfortable and stunning panoramic views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun 2025
Jill- Thanks for choosing to stay in the Knollette. We would be happy to host you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful little cottage

Perfect for a peaceful vacation + jaunts into Acadia!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun 2024
So glad your week ended up being lovely!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Stay at the Knollette

Great location, rooms full of light, arm and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2024
I"m glad you had another comfortable stay at the Knollette in your childhood town!
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