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Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

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Exterior
A wooden sign with the text "Flying MtN Yurt" on a post with a rock base.
A yurt with a wooden interior, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A cozy, well-lit wooden interior of a yurt with a bed, kitchenette, and a small dining area.
A cozy wooden interior with a kitchen area, including a stove, sink, and cabinets.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Yurt Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Yurt Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

IF THIS YURT IS FULLY BOOKED FOR YOUR DESIRED DATES, PLEASE TRY OUR OTHER YURT LISTINGS (or Tiny Houses) ALL LOCATED ON THE SAME PROPERTY:

VRBO Listing #663097 (Cadillac Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671844 (Sargent Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671845 (Champlain Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #790508 (Beech Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #790510 (Dorr Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971564 (Norumbega Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971565 (Beehive Tiny House)
VRBO Listing #1616882 (Precipice Tiny House)

Acadia Yurts offers visitors the most unique way to stay on Mount Desert Island. Seven fun, eco-friendly Yurts and two Tiny Houses will bring you as close to nature as camping, with all the amenities of home. Located on 5 acres of lovely wooded land, surrounded by Acadia National Park property, Acadia Yurts offer a peaceful retreat for your group (up to 4 guests per 24' Yurt, 6 guests for the 30' Yurt or 2 guests per Tiny House). Acadia Yurts is also ideal for large groups traveling with accommodations for up to 34 people on 1 site.

In addition to yurt or tiny house living, the Wellness Center at Acadia Yurts offers on-site yoga, an infrared sauna and a flotation tank, all available for extra charge. Prices available upon request.

A yurt is a tent-like circular fabric structure with a wood lattice frame that originated among the nomadic tribes in Asia. These permanent, colorful structures have thick canvas exterior walls that include reflective insulation and a high efficiency heat pump/AC unit so you can be comfortable during any season. Yurts are quickly becoming a new vacation experience that vacationers are enjoying throughout the US from cliff side views in California to ski lodges in Colorado. This is a memorable place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Acadia!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

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 (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 671843vb
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

Southwest Harbor is home to this cottage. 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 George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking and mountain climbing.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Long Pond - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead 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. 146 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole place is beautiful and staying in the yurt is such a unique and fun experience it really combines comfort with still giving you the touch of nature in your lodging.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the beauty of the property and the unique experience of staying in a yurt. It means a lot to hear that the balance of comfort and nature came through. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barret C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very responsive and gave amazing recommendations for the area! Beautiful yurt and great company!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the yurt and our local recommendations—it’s always our goal to help guests make the most of their time here. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so relaxing and safe!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you found your stay relaxing and felt safe here — that means a lot to us. It was wonderful getting to meet you when you came down for your float! We hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Very clean, quiet, kitchen with all the essentials, and the shower had hot water with good pressure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2025
We really appreciate your kind review! Happy to hear the kitchen and shower hit the mark—you're welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholaas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, very clean, and a very cool experienced.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2025
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the space and the unique experience our property offers. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen and Aaron were amazing hosts. Yurt was clean, unique and conveniently located to so many Acadia attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2025
Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the yurt convenient for exploring Acadia. We’d love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well equipped Yurt. Quiet location, close enough to hiking trails and other amenities on the island. We really liked being able to see and hear more of nature than we would from a hotel. Hosts were friendly and helpful. Really a perfect place to stay for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peace and natural setting of the yurt, along with the nearby trails and island amenities. It was a pleasure hosting you and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

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

Excellent Stay

We have stayed at Acadia Yurts three times now and have had a great experience each time. We will definitely be staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
We are soo grateful for your continued support of Acadia Yurts!! Thank you and we look forward to your return soon!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Family friendly escape/adventure

Aaron and Karen are the most gracious hosts! We had a wonderful time at Acadia yurts with our boys 10, 9, & 5. Great location and accommodations. Close to the national park, easy drives to hikes, beaches, food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you and your boys had a wonderful stay and could enjoy all that the area has to offer. It was a pleasure hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

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

Great place to stay

Our stay with Acadia yurts was wonderful. It was beautiful and nice to be out of the craziness of Bar Harbor,but close enough to enjoy it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was fantastic!! The yurt was exactly as described - so spacious! It was the perfect amount of room to make some meals at home, have two beds, and even get up to some pumpkin carving! It was so close to southwest harbor and Acadia, but in a more private spot - location couldn’t be beat. The free firewood at the fire pit was so convenient - and we were the only folks there every night. Plus Karen and Aaron the owners are so nice. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay — it sounds like you made the most of your time here (we love the pumpkin carving!). We’re glad you appreciated the space, location, and little touches like the firewood. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property! We loved everything about this property. It was clean and had everything we needed. We would love to come back again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was absolutely amazing!! They thought of everything. We will be back and stay longer. Thank you again:)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you had such a great stay and that you felt well taken care of. We can’t wait to welcome you back for a longer visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

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

Perfect

Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2025
We are soo grateful your group enjoyed Acadia Yurts and thought it was perfect ❤️!! It was soo nice to connect with you while you were here and hope to host your intended family again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

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

Great getaway

Lovely stay! I am recommending this glamping experience to all my friends!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
Thank you for staying with us and providing referrals to your friends- word of mouth is such an important part of our business!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Above and beyond all our expectations. And so clean!!!! I could have stayed much longer. The kitchen had everything I could have wanted, a nice cutting board, nice sharp knives, even a really nice french press. It was a perfect location, very secluded and quiet. We will be making a trip here on an annual basis on how much we loved it! Aaron was a great, friendly host, always smiling!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear everything exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed the peaceful setting and well-stocked kitchen. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we are already looking forward to welcoming you and your friends back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

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

Cool way to stay

Enjoyed the stay and better than high priced hotels. Good location and not far from town
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

unknown x.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is peaceful and quiet. There are plenty of trees for shade and sunny spots as well. The yurt had everything we needed. The owners were very kind and helpful. Arcadia National Park is close by. The town has two lovely bakeries. We saw a wonderful murder-mystery at the Arcadia Theatre too. Saw plenty of wildlife including a flock of turkeys just up the road. Enjoyable stay in a lovely location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2025
Thank you soo much for providing a kind review on your time on our property and our sweet town of Southwest Harbor! We are thrilled you had a great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Glamping with spa access

Beautiful and thoughtful place to stay. I felt close to nature and my partner didn’t have to go without access to any comfort. Our visit in early May meant rain was likely, so we planned on and got to enjoy the wellness center which was excellent. We also brought our dog along thanks to one of the pet-friendly yurts!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2025
We’re so glad the space offered the perfect balance of nature and comfort for you both. Thanks for bringing your pup and making the most of a cozy, rainy May stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat S.

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

Best Vacation in Years!

This little slice of heaven was beautifully rustic but with all the ammenities to allow complete relaxation and peace. Would 100% go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay :) We are thrilled you had a relaxing time and found all you needed!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Lovely

Beautiful place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review & we are thrilled you saw the beauty of our property and surrounding area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

coco b.

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

Will be back!!

All the comforts of home!! Quiet location, minutes from Acadia, couldnt have asked for anything more!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for the great review, we look forward to your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Amazing

Beautiful property nestled in the woods! The Yurt is so spacious and comfortable; having all the amenities of a fine hotel!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2023
Thank you Susan for taking the time to write us such a positive review! It was great to meet you and were sooo happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Bliss and Paradise

My wife and I stayed at Acadia Yurts for 5 incredible days. The property is beautiful and well maintained, quiet and peaceful, perfect for a week of relaxing and decompressing. It's a short 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor and 30 minutes from Acadia National Park. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2025
Thank you sooo much for the glowing review Michael!! We're psyched you had such a great stay and hope to see you again in the future!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

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

Quiet Retreat

We loved the experience of the Yurt at Acadia! Coming back to the Yurt after a day of hiking was a beautiful treat! I especially loved the nights it rained.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Roper

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Aaron is a Maine native. He was born and raised across the bridge in Trenton and grew up attending local Bar Harbor schools. He has worked in the restaurant industry for 20+ years beginning as a prep cook in high school then moving toward general manager. Aaron's favorite extracurricular activity is learning all he can about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As often as he can, he trains locally and loves sharing this passion with others.

Karen is a transplant. Originally from Chicago she made her way to Maine in 2009 and fell in love immediately. In Acadia she enjoys hiking, trail running, yoga, and long walks on the carriage roads. Karen has been teaching yoga locally for over 6 years and now brings her practice to the Wellness Center (located on site at Acadia Yurts). Karen is also a licensed massage therapist and offers services onsite (pending availability).

As a couple we have done quite a bit of traveling and through that we have narrowed down the particular way we like to travel. The biggest factor for us is having a furnished kitchen in order to prepare health minded foods to nourish our bodies and support all our outdoor activities. The idea for Acadia Yurts has been brewing for quite some time. Friends of ours live off the grid in a yurt and we greatly appreciate the rustic, romantic feel of the yurt but wanted some of the comforts of home; running water, heat, electricity. From there Acadia Yurts was born. We truly hope you enjoy our property and your time here as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

This property is a stone's throw to Acadia National Park with hidden gems around every turn. Acadia Yurts is the most unique way to stay on MDI. We bring you local knowledge, passion for living mindfully and a desire to share our favorite place with you and your loved ones to create lasting memories.

What makes this property unique

• Completely unique dwelling
• Amenities of home including furnished kitchen, bathroom, heat, and furnished living spaces
• Proximity to Acadia National Park
• Located on quiet side of MDI to assist you in slowing down and reconnecting to yourself and loved ones
• On site Wellness Center offering Massage, Infrared Sauna, Float Therapy, Yoga & MORE!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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