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The Carriage House

Holiday home with kitchen, near Acadia National Park

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Acadia National Park
  • Place, Flying Mountain Trailhead
  • Place, Asticou Azalea Garden
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Carriage House

The Carriage House is a charming converted barn close to the town of Southwest Harbor. Multiple Acadia National Park access points are within 2 miles of the cottage. Bar Harbor and the Park Loop Road are 20 minutes away. A perfect hideaway for 2 people looking for a quaint retreat. The cottage was recently renovated and updated and is super cute. The perfect spot for a getaway. 3 night minimum stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Southwest Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 21 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 28 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Carriage House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Carriage House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Carriage House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Carriage House located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I spent 5 nights here and this property worked well for us. Clean and great location - short walk into town/restaurants and easy access to Acadia. Only minor issue that might affect some guests is lack a bedroom door. The kitchen is adjacent to the bedroom and noise travels easily. Otherwise a great spot for an Acadia visitor wanting to be close to Southwest Harbor.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Perfect for 2

The property was exactly as described and it was perfect for the two of us. It was exactly what we needed. The kitchen and sitting area was great and we loved playing chess and the other games when we had some down time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Carriage House Review

Great stay. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

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

Clean and Comfortable

Nice little cottage, great location for visiting all of the sights on the island. Easy access and parking, with responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia M.

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

Wonderful

Super cute place, very clean and has everything we needed. It wasn’t as secluded as I had hoped from the pictures, but it was great nonetheless. Definitely a lovely place to stay, especially if visiting Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible time at this cozy gem for our anniversary trip! The scenic drives through Acadia and the surrounding harbors were absolutely stunning, and we loved spending time in Bar Harbor—it was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation.The atmosphere here was super relaxed and welcoming. The food and drinks were great, and the overall vibe was friendly and laid-back. While there are other residences on the property, we barely saw anyone else during our stay. Everyone was respectful, and it never felt crowded. If you're not after complete seclusion, don't let this concern you—it still feels very peaceful and private.One highlight was the Maine Blueberry Pie coffee from Katahdin Coffee Co. We picked up a bag at Pine Tree Market and couldn’t get enough of it! We even took some home in our carry-on. As a heads up, coffee (especially opened) gets double checked with TSA. When the coffee got pulled for a second scan, even the agent was commenting on how great it smelled! We wish we'd bought more.Overall, we had a fantastic stay and are already planning our next trip back. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a charming, relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard N.

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

Comfortable cottage for two

This place is as advertised. Well located, within walking distance of some excellent shops and restaurants. Good for two people- nothing fancy but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

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

Great Location

The location was great for visiting Acadia all 3 days we hiked and we could come back to our rental to rest and there were several great restaurants nearby. Ingrid responded quickly to my question about the grill on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Great space and well located

We enjoyed our 3 day stay. The Carriage House was as described and comfortable for the 2 of us. Well located for travel around Acadia and beyond. Ingrid responded imediately for help with the internet and followed up with a call to make sure we were fine. Great to have a washer/dryer too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom & Christine N., Southbury,CT

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

Comfortable Stay in Acadia

We had a comfortable stay at the Carriage House, which was in a short distance to town. We had an anniversary dinner at Red Sky which was delicious. Although close to the main road, we heard little to no noise at night. Everything was provided at the cottage and it was perfect for two people.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to Acadia NP. Acadia Mtn Trail close by was one our favorite. Very comfy bed after full days of hiking.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute space, well located in Southwest Harbor, a low-key alternative to Bar Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeAnn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay, thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was in the perfect location for us. It had everything we needed and more. The host was very responsive. The property is very clean and well maintained. Perfect!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Acadia

Great location. Close to the trails. Walking distance to nice restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen B.

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

Acadia get away

Wonderful and very well appointed “farmhouse” rental in southwest harbor . The owner was very informative of the area and quick to respond in communication . The king size bed was very comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed . I would happily return and recommend to my friends to stay there .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Wonderful property

It was perfect place to stay while getting married at Otter Cliffs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

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

Book it now!!

If you don't want to read the entire review, just book this place now--you will not be disappointed! Ingrid sent us check in instructions and info about the property, what was included and what was not included at the property. The instructions were very clear and we had plenty of advance notice-pretty much bring your own toiletries, including soap and shampoo. Everything else is there. Wonderful little house! The house was VERY CLEAN, no odd smells, water pressure was good and hot. Everything worked just fine, including the coded entry locks, trash take out was a short walk, had grills and a firepit available, quiet for the most part, several stores within a mile (check out Gotts for the best homemade cookies!), we did not use the heat or the TV, but we assume they work, fridge was clean and worked great, washer/dryer combo was great and there is extra storage in the entry way to store shoes and coats, etc., shower was big enough for me (6'3"/220), no bath tub, plates and utensils provided, no dishwasher, plenty of parking even for a trailer and easy to get to and from. We spent most of our time in Acadia, which is 20 minutes away and around Bar Harbor, which is about the same distance. We were so glad we stayed where we did (Southwest Harbor) and not near Bar Harbor. This place is top notch, and really only good for two people. There are a few similar cabins behind and beside but there were no issues. This cabin is not super secluded. 5 stars for this one!! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

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

A Wonderful Getaway

The Carriage house was a quaint and homely building, perfect for a couple looking for a place to stage many Maine adventures! It had plenty of space and everything we needed to live comfortably. The fans were well placed and it allowed for a good circulation of fresh air in the mornings/evenings! Each window having it's own shade meant that you can allow as much natural light (which was beautiful) or have as much privacy to kick back and relax. Ingrid is very responsive, she answered all our questions in good time and she's very detail oriented! A great host for sure! Recommended for any couple looking to be close to the Maine attraction but feel at home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Charming farmhouse with own parking spot. Located near many hikes. Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor aren't too far. The farmhouse location is quiet with less hussle & bustle. Perfect place for two people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

My stay

We had a fantastic experience staying at ingrid’s place. She was very welcoming and provided clear instructions for check-in. Ingrid had clear and timely communication. The place was very clean and nicely decorated, and had all the amenities that we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect—close to local attractions and dining options. I especially appreciated the thoughtful touches like the welcome note and bottle of wine on the kitchen table. I highly recommend this VRBO to anyone looking for a cozy and convenient stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

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

Great Stay

Fantastic place to stay for 2 people.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Fun Getaway

Was perfect for our annual trip to Acadia, we love the quiet side of MDI. Propert was clean, carriage house was spacious for two people.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Old Farmhouse- book it!

Perfect location. Just the right size for husband and I. So cute. Beautiful solid wood floors quiet area right by SW Harbor of Acadia NP. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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Hosted by Ingrid Kachmar

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