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Explore beautiful Southwest Harbor with amazing harbor views

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A deck with a grill, white chairs, and a table.
A living room with a blue sofa, a plaid armchair, and a pink armchair. There are large windows with a view of buildings and trees.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with wooden chairs.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a wooden building in the foreground, and a clear blue sky.
A residential area with houses, a dock, and a marina.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Pond
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is 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. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Long Pond - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 10 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬33 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Explore beautiful Southwest Harbor with amazing harbor views pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Explore beautiful Southwest Harbor with amazing harbor views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Explore beautiful Southwest Harbor with amazing harbor views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Explore beautiful Southwest Harbor with amazing harbor views?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Explore beautiful Southwest Harbor with amazing harbor views located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.1 mi (3.4 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. 60 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for our family of 8 adults and 1 toddler! Well stocked with everything we needed. We enjoyed the grill and the beautiful views of Southwest Harbor. Great location for exploring Acadia National Park!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was super cute and fresh. The layout is unique with a wonderful view over the water. Plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Easy to walk downtown or 20 minute drive to bar harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very comfortable, and it is in a great location! We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, kitchen well equipped, very comfortable for 8 adults and 2 babies. The hosts were responsive and helpful.We loved the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a great stay. Good location to walk to shops and restaurants, short drive to Acadia and Rest of Mt. Desert island. Perfect sunrises looking out over Southwest Harbor. Host Shelley was easy to reach and informative. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WONDERFUL Stay here!!

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful, cozy, fantastic view, great location home!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1st trip to Maine

This was a perfect house to enjoy everything Maine and Acadia has to offer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with wonderful views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great stay with good Amenities

We enjoyed the stay. Amenities were great too. We enjoyed the fireplace outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!

Ideal for a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Southwest Harbor

We had a wonderful week staying in this house in Southwest Harbor. The house was in walking distance to the town and very comfortable for the 9 of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved staying on the Quiet Side. House was a perfect location with just a 10 minute walk to main street shops/restaurants. It was very comfortable and just right for us. I usually bring my own stuff to rental homes but found this one was very well stocked (plenty of trash bags, TP, paper towels, dish soap, hand soap, laundry detergent, towels, dishwasher tabs, etc). Would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation with 3 Generations

Clean, cozy and convenient to all Mount Desert Island has to offer. This property afforded us the opportunity to spend quality time together with three generations of family members. The location is convenient, offering something for every one of any age.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home with so much charm…

Beautiful, cozy house, met all of our needs, well, equipped, wonderful location. Easy access to Acadia, National Park and Bar Harbor. We would definitely stay there again. Shelley is a wonderful host, quick to respond to any questions or concerns.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

comfortable, clean and an amazing location

This home is lovely. This was my 3rd time staying at this property. The owners are attentive and responsive. The home is clean, well equipped and in a great location. A wonderful place to create memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelley’s house is a perfect place to relax and get away. It’s spacious and has a great view. The warmth of the decor and the big windows add to the beauty. The location is fabulous. It’s in a smaller town without lots of tourists, but allows for easy access to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The people in the town are super friendly. We played pickleball at the local community center and really enjoyed meeting others there. I would highly recommend this vacation home and destination!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Southharbor, Acadia Nat Park

Beautiful Home, very cozy, very comfortable, beautifully decorated. Wonderfully quiet and WIFI worked great for our business emails, ZOOMS, etc. Thank you for a great stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion

We had 7 adults,plus a 1&3 yr old. The property is in a central location,which was great. The kitchen area is a little tight,but all other rooms are spacious with plenty of storage options. We had no issues during our 1week stay, and we would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay

This is a wonderful property and the host was so helpful and responsive. We were able to relax and have an amazing time with my daughter and my son/2 grandchildren. The amenities were perfect. This was our second time at this house and would love to stay again. Perfect location to do anything on the island. All our favorite quiet side sites are close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

Shelley’s place is wonderful - a quick walk into town, drivable distance to nearby hikes and Acadia. She & her husband went above and beyond as host, including finding ways for my dad to get the sports channels :) Ample room for 5 adults and a beautiful view of the harbor. Thank you!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you very much for being such a great guest, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

comfortable home away from home

This was our 2nd time staying at Harbor View and it was perfect! The house is roomy and comfortable. There is room for everyone to spread out and relax. Shelly is a wonderful host who takes care of every detail. We are returning in July 2024. A perfect place for a vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal Home Base

We were in town for a busy family reunion so didn’t spend much time at the house, but it had everything we needed for a restful sleep, a well-stocked kitchen where we could cook, and two full baths with plenty of soft, thick towels. It had a great view of the harbor. Breakfast on the deck was a treat. The furniture was really comfy and the location was convenient to the center of town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation and Convenience

We had an amazing week! The house is so warm and inviting. The moment we arrived we were relaxed. The view from the deck is spectacular. The hosts are responsive and so helpful. We were able to walk into Southwest Harbor for ice cream and dinner. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a great time in the Bar Harbor area and this house was perfect and located in a great central location for us to get to and from all places we visited. Acadia National Park was only about 20mins away. Shelley was very responsive and the house is great for a family (we had 3 adults, kids -2yrs & 4yrs, and 1 small dog). The property was so beautiful and the house clean and just as pictured. A family of deer greeted us every day with was quite fun for my kids to watch out for! Shelley was gracious to accommodate your request for a later check out and the whole process of check in/out was a breeze. I would recommend this home for anyone who wants to enjoy a warm and welcoming home to stay when visiting Bar Harbor area.
Deer visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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