The cabin is heated. It has hot and cold running water. The bathroom is equipped with a toilet, sink and a shower. The kitchen includes a stove with oven, a microwave fume hood, a full size refrigerator, coffee maker that make a pot,or you use k-cup. Table that pulls out to accommodate more setting and 6 chairs and a stacked washer/dryer. The sleeping arrangements accommodate 6 people with a queen size bed in the bedroom, a sleep sofa that pulls out into a queen size bed and there are 2 twin beds in the sleeping loft. Also for your enjoyment we have added Satellite TV. The cabin has a screened in porch with a small table and 2 chairs. There is a BBQ grill outside and a picnic table . We also have a small patio ,fire pit and chairs outside for evening enjoyment. The cabin includes cooking supplies (pots, pans and utensils) as well as plates, bowls, cups, spoons, forks and knives. Also supplied are bath towels, hand towels and face clothes as well as paper towels and toilet paper. We also supply bedding, sheets, blankets (one per bed), pillow cases and pillows. You only have to bring food and a vacation attitudes. Check in time is on Saturday at 2pm and check out is at 10am the following Saturday. Quiet time starts at 9pm. The cabin is non smoking. There will be ‘butt‘ cans for smokers to use outside. Smoking inside will result in a cleaning fee. We ask that you keep your pets at home for several reasons, the ‘land minds’ they leave behind and allergies other guest may have.
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Property # 205979
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Southwest Harbor
Located in Southwest Harbor, this cabin is in a rural area. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Shell - 14 min drive
Archie’s Lobster - 10 min drive
Milagro's - 5 min drive
Circle K - 5 min drive
Little Notch Bakery - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Acadia Explorer Cabin 2 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Acadia Explorer Cabin 2 ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Acadia Explorer Cabin 2 ?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Acadia Explorer Cabin 2 ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Acadia Explorer Cabin 2 located?
This family-friendly Southwest Harbor cabin is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and 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.
This was our second stay at this property and it was even better than the first. The location, quality, cleaniness, layout, and amenities of the cabin are all outstanding. We enjoyed our stay and we are looking forward to returning again soon.
Our family had a wonderful time at this cabin. It was exactly as advertised and fit out four children perfectly. They especially loved playing Cornhole in the evening. We are already talking about planning a return trip!
We had a wonderful week in Acadia! Rob and Marj are stellar hosts and the cabin had everything we needed. This was our second time staying with them and it was perfect for us! :)
Great place to stay.Very friendly and helpful. Had a dead battery on my vehicle and the owner helped me jump start my vehicle so I could go get a new battery.Thanks again!!!!
We had a great stay. The cabin is in a quiet area. The gas grill and fire ring for campfires is a plus. The cabin was clean and had plenty of space. It is a quick drive into town and a short drive to everything in Acadia.
Exactly as it looks in the pictures, the cabin was clean and well stocked with all the basics. An added plus is that you can access trails in Acadia NP from the cabin. Enjoyed our stay, even though it rained every day. Would stay there again.
This was an amazing experience for us. The cabin and area was so beautiful. Its a vacation stay we will never forget. Our hos was very pleasant and informative of tge area.
This is a perfectly appointed cabin for a family trip to Acacdia! You can walk right to a trail that leads to Long Pond and the cabin is clean and bright. We hope to be back one day.
We love to camp in Maine and this cabin is like the best campsite with a sweet house. We hiked on the trail right next to it and thoroughly enjoyed the peace, quiet and privacy. This is our third time renting this cabin and Rob and Marj are the best. Loved every minute of our time here!
Loved Everything! Nothing like hiking right into Acadia from the back yard. Kids loved the loft and the sofa couch. We were also very pleasantly surprised when we learned they had an EV car charger we could use.We hope to come again, but maybe for 2 weeks next time, one week is just not enough time.
We absolutely love everything about this cabin. Privacy, distance to some great trails, restaurants and gift shops. We are already thinking about booking for 2020. Highly recommend.
The cabin is clean and perfect for an active family of 5. The “grass” is moss and the grounds are so pretty. You can hike Acadia right off property!
I always do laundry on vacation and the stacked appliances were great!
The cabin was very clean and spacious. It was great having linen and some basic supplies available, including firewood!
The host greeted us in arrival and was available if we needed him.
The best part was being able to walk out of yiur cabin and access Acadia trails.
This property is fantastic. The cabin was clean upon arrival and well stocked with all the essentials. My family (two adults + 3 kids) had plenty of space. The location is secluded but close enough to Southwest Harbor that you can run into town for groceries, shopping, etc. The outdoor area around the cabin is amazing, with plenty of space for the kids to explore, a fire pit, grill, and direct access to Acadia trails! We would definitely stay here again.
The cabin was as advertised and as pictured!
It is in the woods, but has everything you need. Everything is clean and works well, including the Weber Grill outside.
We will stay here again when we go back to Southwest Harbor in a couple of years. Thank you, Rob!
Wow! What can I say. This property that Rob and Marj have created is an absolute must if you want both privacy and accessibility to what Acadia and Mount Desert Island bave to offer. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back.
Wonderful family vaca on the “Quiet Side” of Mt. Desert Island
We had a wonderful vacation at Marj and Rob’s cabin! Perfect for a family of four. Easy to get to anything we wanted to do from hiking, lobstering, kayaking, restaurants or just swimming in lakes or the ocean. Cabin has all you need to unplug from your daily routine and enjoy each other and all Bar Harbor and Acadia have to offer. Rob and Marj had great recommendations and are wonderful hosts. Wanted to stay longer. We will be back!
Kathy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
16 Jun, 2018
Fantastic forest cabin!
This property is the perfect resting spot to base a trip to Acadia National Park! For our family of 4, the cabin was spacious and had all the necessities including a great washer and dryer, full kitchen, and warm shower. We loved the fire pit and appreciated that the owners had kindling, logs, and even a marshmallow roasting stick carved and ready to go!
The cabin is tucked in a forested area and literally backs to some excellent hiking trails on the quiet side of Acadia. Highly recommend! We would stay here again in a heartbeat if our travels bring us back to MDI!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
About the host
Hosted by Rob and Marj Rankin
We live on the property about 300 feet from the cabin. We built the cabin from a log kit, started in 2012 and finished in June 2013 for the rental season.
Why they chose this property
This cabin was finished this year, 2013. It measures 20' x 30 and features a separate bedroom, a sleeping loft, a separate bathroom, a full size kitchen and a screened in deck. It is nestled in a wooded area at a 1/4 from the base of Mansel Mountain on the ‘Quiet Side’ of the Island, within 500 feet from the owners residence, and 300 feet form cabin 1and 3 and the nearest neighbor and only 3 miles to the center of town. There is private access to hiking and bicycling trails using your own entrance to Acadia National Park, right outside your front door. Within a short driving distance there are swimming, deep sea and fresh water fishing, canoeing, kayaking and boat rentals. There are also other recreations such as golf, tennis, horseback riding, Whale Watching cruises, glider rides, Park guided tours, bird watching, lighthouse tours and galleries within a short driving distance.
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