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Harbor Oasis - Sunny, Serene Harborside Cottage with Stunning Sunrises!

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Relax and Enjoy Your Harbor View from the Deck
Cottage Exterior w/Large Deck for Grilling, Outdoor Dining and Enjoying the View
Living Room upon entering via the Front Door
View from Comfy Chair & And a Half across Living Room w/Picture Window of Harbor
Dining and Kitchen Area View from the Front Entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Harbor Oasis - Sunny, Serene Harborside Cottage with Stunning Sunrises!

Harbor Oasis is a rare find with in-town convenience yet a private tranquil setting on the Harbor. Located down a quiet lane in picturesque Southwest Harbor - a classic Coastal Maine fishing & yacht building community. Just minutes to some of Acadia National Park's favored spots. Easy walking everywhere in town to dine and shop and less than 5 minutes to the Island Explorer bus stop - a free service with stops throughout Acadia National Park and all around the island. A 20 minute drive will get you to bustling Bar Harbor - a great tourist viewing location and souvenir shopping mecca.

The cottage features a spacious open floor plan allowing conversation throughout the living, dining and kitchen areas as well as TV viewing and a cozy corner gas fireplace. Bedrooms are situated on opposite sides of the full bath with privacy doors for each room. The interior design, curated color palate and furnishings create a "light and airy" environment taking full advantage of the many windows throughout and highlighting the harbor views. Harbor Oasis offers a delightfully cheery space in all seasons.

The full bathroom with shower & tub combo has a window for natural light and radiant heated tile flooring for "toasty toes" all year long. All rooms in the cottage are on one level with only a few steps from the deck into the house. The large deck features a gas grill and dining table with umbrella and seating for 4. Additionally, 2 Adirondack chairs and cocktail table await you with outstanding views of the harbor and its many seasonal boating and sailing vessels.

There are two entrances to the cottage - one on the front and one via the enclosed breezeway which enters into the kitchen area. The laundry with full sized washer & dryer is located on the lower level with windows for natural light. There is a large private parking area for any sized auto/truck and bikes and an auto-start Generator provides 24/7 power protection.

And, there's more - 2 Adirondack chairs positioned on the shoreline and a Gazebo offering a lovely sanctuary from the sun with tables and chairs - both providing a uniquely Maine Harbor experience with 180 degree views. Photo opportunities abound of our beautiful sunrises, harbor activity and the magical experience of that moment, just before sunset, when the extraordinary light of the sun's last rays of the day illuminate the entire harborscape.

Our location is perfect for easy access to Acadia National Park and the stunning vistas which will surround you. Miles of walking, hiking and biking for all skill levels. There are several water-based activities in our area for Nature Cruises, Sunset Sails and visiting the Cranberry Islands. Also, Miniature Golf, a 9 Hole Public Course, Echo Lake Beach and the Friday Farmer's Market are local favorites.

All in all, Harbor Oasis provides a comfortable, carefree and convenient home base for your visit to Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park which is why we have been welcoming guests - many returning annually- for over 10 years. We are former local Innkeepers, ready to assist you with your plans prior to and during your stay. Our house is next door and we are always available to offer assistance.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please open a few windows, if not raining, and turn on ceiling fans.
Leave key on kitchen island/table.
Safe Travels and Hope to See You Again!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking/vaping inside or on the deck. Quiet time from 10pm to 7am. For Your Safety - do not sit on rope deck railing.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching 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 George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 29.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbor Oasis - Sunny, Serene Harborside Cottage with Stunning Sunrises! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Harbor Oasis - Sunny, Serene Harborside Cottage with Stunning Sunrises!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Harbor Oasis - Sunny, Serene Harborside Cottage with Stunning Sunrises!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Harbor Oasis - Sunny, Serene Harborside Cottage with Stunning Sunrises! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Penny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little beach house with a harbor view. Very close to everything you would want to see including 20 minutes to Bar Harbor (without all the congestion), also Acadia National Park is about a 5 minute drive. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very charming and beautiful house. Very close to local bar and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with ocean view . Well stocked and very clean ! Great location in SW Harbor to all areas of Acadia National Park entrances . Highly recommend to anyone visiting Acadia. Delicious home made cookies upon arrival !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely, very clean and well equipped. We enjoyed sitting outside with the great harbor view. The area is quiet but walkable to shops and restaurants. Easy access to much busier Acadia and Bar Harbor. Bryan and Pamela are perfect hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely, clean home in a beautiful area. The house was spotless and very well kept with sweet hosts. Pamela and Brian were very helpful with quick responses to each of the questions we had. The beds were soft and linens new. The location was prime with a nice view of the harbor. We were able to easily walk into town to get meals, with multiple options within a 5 minute walk. Vacationland and Clarke Point had phenomenally good breakfasts. The drive to the Acadia attractions was perfect as this home is centrally located. We had easy access to hiking, kayaking, and e-biking. It was less than 10 minutes to the bass harbor lighthouse and Seawall, with Bar Harbor and the park loop within 25 minutes. Southwest harbor was so much less crowded than Bar Harbor. We had a wonderful stay and our whole family is excited to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Pamela Parker

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Corporate Escapees longing to "live where we loved vacationing" came to MDI and thoroughly enjoyed over 25 years of Innkeeping. Retired now, a slower pace allows us to continue hosting guests and sharing our love of this very special island.

Why they chose this property

Southwest Harbor has the very best of a small town community with locally owned and operated restaurants, shops and artist venues - a vibe that is like no other on Mount Desert Island. Just the right size to explore and perfectly located to all points in the park and other towns, including Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor and Bass Harbor.

What makes this property unique

Located on the water in a very small neighborhood, just steps to Main Street and all the town center has to offer. Guests enjoy the outstanding harbor views, spectacular sunrises and a special "surprise" when the setting sun "lights up the harbor" which reminds us of Saint Tropez and cocktails on the veranda. Oh, la, la!

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