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

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Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bathroomSleeps 4452 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

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 House) ALL LOCATED ON THE SAME PROPERTY:

VRBO Listing #663097 (Cadillac Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671843 (Flying Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671844 (Sargent Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671845 (Champlain Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #790508 (Beech 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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Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Southwest Harbor is home to this cottage. 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. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Long Pond - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! on 9 May 2026 start from £171, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 (3.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a unique and relaxing place to stay. We loved it here, a quiet retreat after a day of hiking and bar harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Acadia yurts was great. The check-in was easy and the yurt was clean, cozy and comfortable. Karen and Aaron were great hosts and very helpful. If I'm ever back in Acadia I would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean yurt, friendly hosts, kitchen had most essentials, laundry on site was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing stay at Acadia Yurts. The yurt was comfortable and the property was quiet and in a perfect location for enjoying the park. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time staying here and we love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice accommodations and very responsive hosts. Property is exactly as listed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry G.

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

Wonderful Stay

Loved the yurt and being further away from the bustle of Bar Harbor. Everything was clean, organized, and thoughtful. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first time in a yurt and we loved it! The property is so well maintained and we had all the essentials we needed. It's an added bonus to have the wellness center on site and be able to book a "float", sauna or yoga class. We had so much fun exploring the area and coming back to the yurt to enjoy dinner on the grill or stove and relax outdoors. We plan to return! (Check in was simple, communication excellent, wi-fi worked great and kitchen was simple and had what was needed.)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

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

Loved it

Great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

Wonderful Experience

This was a great, easy way to experience camping in Acadia. The place was clean, comfortable, and lots of fun. It had every creature comfort you would expect. We had a wonderful time in a quiet, beautiful setting. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Outdoor Retreat

We absolutely LOVED our stay at Acadia Yurts! It was the perfect mix of outdoor adventure and glamping. Would HIGHLY recommend to everyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

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

Wonderful Vacation

Central to so many things! Clean and comfortable! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mei C.

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

Dorr Mountain Yurt

Very nice, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Great Yurt in the midst of the trees

We stayed just over a week and really enjoyed all of it. The facility and property in general weee great; our hosts made everything easy and prepared the Yurt beautifully. We had not stayed in one before, but were very pleasantly surprised. They even provided eye covers and earplugs if you wanted to use them. I did not use them, but I thought it evidence of the attention to detail. You should try it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyne B.

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

It was perfect for our family of 4. Comfortable, clean and had everything we needed.

A true gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

The yurt was perfect!

We had such a comfortable stay at Acadia Yurts! It had everything we needed and had great decorative touches. This experience of Acadia and staying in a yurt was new to us, and it couldn’t have gone better!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne B.

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

Acadia Yurts

We had a great stay at the Acadia Yurts. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Amazing!

Staying at Acadia Yurts is a wonderful experience! You feel submerged in nature but are conveniently located to explore all of MDI. The hosts were wonderful to work with. We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

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

Peaceful Oasis in Southwest Harbor

We absolutely loved our time in the Dorr Mountain yurt. Incredibly spacious, stocked with all cooking needs, and thoughtful touches making the space super cozy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

mathew d.

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

Very nice experience.

Excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sasha K.

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

Great way to explore Acadia!

Overall amazing experience. Only way to make it better would be to have a lobster pot in each yurt
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Heavenly....

Absolutely wonderful location, with all the comforts of home while ' Glamping' in a gorgeous setting. We have been coming to this area for years and will now continue our adventures in Acadia Yurts for all future trips.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aaron and Karen have clearly spent so much time curating the perfect experience for their guests. The location and vibe felt like camping but nothing else about our stay felt like we were “roughing it.” Our yurt was more spacious than any hotel room, linens and facilities were clean, fresh, and comfortable. The yoga class we enjoyed was an amazing start to our week and we wish we had carved out more time for a massage or float in the sensory deprivation tank.While Acadia Yurts are a bit of a drive from the hikes and bike rides we had planned, we enjoyed the quiet and peaceful location away from the bustle of Bar Harbor. Aaron and Karen were such present and welcoming hosts. Our time at their yurts was incredible and we strongly recommend a stay there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

j B.

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

Amazing communication

They kept in contact and answered every question. Immaculately clean and comfortable. Would definitely go again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigid L.

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

Heaven on the quiet side

My only regret is that we couldn't stay longer!The grounds were lovely. The yurt was gorgeous, fully stocked and so cozy on even the rainiest of nights. The community room with laundry and games to share was a great added bonus. We didnt have time to use the wellness center, but look foward to returning and trying out the sauna. We much preferred being on this side of MDI. Quiet and secluded, but close enough to everything. Thank you for making our visit and our anniversary so special.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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!

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English, Spanish

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