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1 Mi to Acadia National Park: Spacious Retreat!
Holiday home with kitchen, near Acadia National Park
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 3+ bathrooms Sleeps 14 2800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
- Place, Acadia National Park
- Place, Asticou Azalea Garden
- Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Additional Sleeping (Apartment Suite)
1 Queen Bed
Additional Sleeping (Living Room)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Half Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
1 Mi to Acadia National Park: Spacious Retreat!
Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Walk to Coffee Shop | Serene Backyard
Unwind, explore, and reconnect in the heart of Mount Desert Island at this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath house in Southwest Harbor — a perfect haven for families craving the magic of Maine's 'quiet side.' Tucked near the harbor's shores and close to Acadia's coastal trails, this vacation rental blends comfort with convenience. Spend your days hiking, sailing, and sampling lobster fresh off the boat, then gather back home to relax on the deck!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 5: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Apartment Suite: 1 queen Murphy bed
MAIN FEATURES
- Smart TVs, stereo
- Board games & books
- Furnished deck, balcony & front porch
- Private yard (unfenced), fire pit
- Gas grill (propane provided)
- Dining table & breakfast bar
- Fireplaces (decorative only)
MAIN KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Microwave, toaster, blender, Crockpot
- Drip coffee maker (coffee provided)
- Ice maker, cooking basics, spices
- Dishware/flatware
APARTMENT SUITE KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave
- Drip coffee maker
- Dishware/flatware
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Washer & dryer (detergent provided)
- Window A/C units, baseboard heating, ceiling fans
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries
- Iron/board, hair dryer
- Keyless entry
- Trash bags & paper towels
FAQ
- 5 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 5 steps to enter
- All bedrooms & full bathrooms on 2nd floor
PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)
- RV/trailer parking allowed on-site
-- THE LOCATION --
- Close to waterfront dining, trails & golf courses
- 2 miles to Echo Lake Beach
- 13-16 miles to Bar Harbor: Eagle Lake, bustling shops, whale watching & nightlife
- 20 miles to Sand Beach & Little Hunters Beach
- 51 miles to Bangor Int'l Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 30 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires 5 steps to enter; all bedrooms and full bathrooms are located on the 2nd floor
- The fireplaces are decorative only and not available for guest use
- Your safety matters. This property features 5 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the front door facing the exterior entry, 1 camera is on the back door facing the exterior entry, 1 camera is on the exterior entrance to the utility room facing out, 1 camera is on the corner of the house facing the backyard, and 1 camera is on the corner of the house facing the driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The front door camera records video and sound when motion is detected; the remaining cameras do not record while guests are in residence
Unwind, explore, and reconnect in the heart of Mount Desert Island at this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath house in Southwest Harbor — a perfect haven for families craving the magic of Maine's 'quiet side.' Tucked near the harbor's shores and close to Acadia's coastal trails, this vacation rental blends comfort with convenience. Spend your days hiking, sailing, and sampling lobster fresh off the boat, then gather back home to relax on the deck!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 5: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Apartment Suite: 1 queen Murphy bed
MAIN FEATURES
- Smart TVs, stereo
- Board games & books
- Furnished deck, balcony & front porch
- Private yard (unfenced), fire pit
- Gas grill (propane provided)
- Dining table & breakfast bar
- Fireplaces (decorative only)
MAIN KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Microwave, toaster, blender, Crockpot
- Drip coffee maker (coffee provided)
- Ice maker, cooking basics, spices
- Dishware/flatware
APARTMENT SUITE KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave
- Drip coffee maker
- Dishware/flatware
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Washer & dryer (detergent provided)
- Window A/C units, baseboard heating, ceiling fans
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries
- Iron/board, hair dryer
- Keyless entry
- Trash bags & paper towels
FAQ
- 5 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 5 steps to enter
- All bedrooms & full bathrooms on 2nd floor
PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)
- RV/trailer parking allowed on-site
-- THE LOCATION --
- Close to waterfront dining, trails & golf courses
- 2 miles to Echo Lake Beach
- 13-16 miles to Bar Harbor: Eagle Lake, bustling shops, whale watching & nightlife
- 20 miles to Sand Beach & Little Hunters Beach
- 51 miles to Bangor Int'l Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 30 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires 5 steps to enter; all bedrooms and full bathrooms are located on the 2nd floor
- The fireplaces are decorative only and not available for guest use
- Your safety matters. This property features 5 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the front door facing the exterior entry, 1 camera is on the back door facing the exterior entry, 1 camera is on the exterior entrance to the utility room facing out, 1 camera is on the corner of the house facing the backyard, and 1 camera is on the corner of the house facing the driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The front door camera records video and sound when motion is detected; the remaining cameras do not record while guests are in residence
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Southwest Harbor
Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is by the sea. 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. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

Southwest Harbor, ME
What's nearby
- Wendell Gilley Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Flying Mountain Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
- Asticou Azalea Garden - 22 min drive - 23.9 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 29 min drive - 27.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Beal's Lobster Pier - 2 min drive
- Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - 21 min drive
- Archie’s Lobster - 5 min drive
- Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - 3 min drive
- The Colonel's Restaurant - 19 min drive
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Hosted by Evolve

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