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Family Home Overlooking the Harbor Easily Walkable to Town

Holiday home in Southwest Harbor with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Back Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Family Home Overlooking the Harbor Easily Walkable to Town

The Stanley home is a comfortable 2 bedroom family home nestled at the top of the hill at the end of a dead end road. The property includes a large back deck with patio set and grill for barbeque on summer nights. With an attached fenced in play yard for your pet and a large unfenced area out back for children to play, this is the perfect property for a family getaway.

You can choose to enjoy the quiet, nature filled back yard by the orchard or simply walk out the front door for ocean views. Just down the hill is a popular spot for photographers to capture the sunrise over the harbor. This home is a short 1/2 mile walk to restaurants and shopping in Southwest Harbor and provides easy access to hiking trails and Acadia National Park. In the summer and fall this rental is walking distance to weekly farmers markets and art vendors.

A few notes about the set up of the house:
1. Both bedrooms are on the second floor. The bathroom is on the first floor.
2. There is a bar style table in the kitchen that seats four people elbow to elbow. There is a more traditional dining set up on the back deck.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Must be discussed and approved in advance by owner
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renters are not permitted to be within 10 feet of the pond on the back end of the property. Renters are also not permitted to climb the apple trees.
No animals may be left unattended in the play yard while renters are away from the property. Renters use the enclosure at their own risk.
Renters are expected to clean up after their animals and dispose of all animal waste.

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

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is by the sea. Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Bar Harbor Whale Watching are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 25 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 27 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Home Overlooking the Harbor Easily Walkable to Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Family Home Overlooking the Harbor Easily Walkable to Town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Home Overlooking the Harbor Easily Walkable to Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Home Overlooking the Harbor Easily Walkable to Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Home Overlooking the Harbor Easily Walkable to Town located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and has everything you need in a rental. We enjoyed the morning view from the front porch and evenings on the back deck!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The fenced in yard was perfect for our dogs. The view in the mornings cannot be beat, so beautiful. Also, the deer were so cool to watch every day!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely older home. Very comfortable. It was a very central base from which to visit Acadia national Park and surrounding towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with pets. Quiet and welcoming. Short drive to Acadia. Good fenced yard. Lots of deer. We enjoyed our stay - thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect. We just loved everything about it. What a beautiful area and a lovely home. Will miss the deer
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect location for us. Able to enjoy a class of wine on the porch while catching a hint of the harbor. Great for dogs as the entire back yard is fenced in and the added attraction for your dog is watching the deers in the apple orchard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

darcy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Ashley’s home, and it was even better than the first. The house was sparkling clean, comfortably equipped and by far the best dog friendly property we could imagine. The dog run out back is just perfect, we spent evenings hanging out with the pups marveling at the stars, the perfect ending to days at Acadia. Ashley is thoughtful, professional and communicative. I would stay there again any chance I get.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home that was incredibly well stocked and perfect for our family and dogs. The fenced in dog area out back was amazing. Our host was awesome and even gave us some great recommendations! Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle d.

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

Ocean breezes and Beautiful harbor views

Lovely home base for exploring the natural beauty of Acadia and Maine coastline. My dog loved the fenced, private backyard and I appreciated the pet friendly, warm and welcoming atmosphere. Well appointed, and as described, but views and location surpassed expectations! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James V.

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

Great Acadia stay!

Beautiful house with plenty of room for two adults, two kids, and our Golden Retriever. Quiet neighborhood, but very close to restaurants and downtown including the Wendell Gilley Museum. We found hiking nearby, and Bar Harbor was only about 20 minutes away. We would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Perfect location and accommodations

Perfect location and very welcoming accommodations. Ashley was very communicative and helpful. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and presented nicely. Quite a few tripping hazards with raised thresholds in bedrooms. Slanted sealing at top of stairs caused a few head bumps. Did not like the bar in kitchen for dinning. We did enjoy our stay and would come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

Acadia girls trip

We totally loved the location in less hectic SW Harbor…The house had everything we needed, and the fenced in yard was great for the pup. We had an issue with the TV that the owner quickly solved. Make sure to hike Ship Harbor close by…a little gem of an area. We stayed 5 days and had a great time exploring and hiking Acadia.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place for our family of four, with two teenagers, to rest up from our day adventures exploring Acadia national park for the first time! I cannot say enough good things about this house and host. It was so clean and relaxing and Ashley answered all of my questions! Ps, look for seals in the harbor at sunset/low tide what a treat to see right down the street! I will miss this place and hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla G.

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

Wonderful Place!

Beautiful home that was just right for my two adult children and me. Great location and was set up beautifully for our dog that traveled with us. We enjoyed Southwest Harbor and easily made the trip into Acadia National Park each day we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

McCall L.

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

Amazing house near Acadia!

Perfect place to stay to see all the sights of Acadia and not far from Bar Harbor but none of the crowds! The house is extremely clean and a wonderful place to explore the island from. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Stanley home was a great place to spend a week in Maine. The well-kept home is surrounded by a giant yard and adjacent to a small apple orchard. The large, fenced-in dog run was heaven for our Australian Shepherd, who enjoyed playing fetch on demand. Restaurants and shops in Southwest Harbor were less than a mile away in the center of town. In the morning we watched deer come through the orchard to eat apples. We hiked in nearby Acadia National Park during the day, and the sky was dark and full of stars at night. It was a relaxing place to spend a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Perfect Place for families with dogs

Excellent base from which to explore the entire island. We are always finding new hikes/adventures every time we visit. The dogs feel comfortable here as well. Great fenced in back yard is a big plus for them!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Awwwome family retreat! Love having our dogs too! So mamy avtivities for us close by. Relaxing stay!

Cozy family home. So mamy activities close by & really a cool place to just hang out with family. Glad our dogs could enjoy too.with super outdoor spacem All the amenities, in kitchen, laundry & outdoors were provided for.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shana P.

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

Family Getaway

Perfect house for a relaxing getaway to Acadia National Park. Conveniently located close to town with many restaurants and essential shops nearby. The house was very clean, comfortable, and well stocked with more than just the essentials.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan & Mary K.

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

Great house for the family

We've stayed here a few times with our kids and dogs, and they all look forward to coming back again. Great location on the quiet side of the island, nice view of the harbor down the road, and a fenced in backyard for the dogs and kids to play in. An outstanding place to relax!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Dog Friendly & People Friendly too!

Wonderful home base to stay on Acadia for anyone with dogs. We were able to easily access all of Acadia, and the house is very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

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

Great getaway on the quiet side

We stayed here while visiting Acadia. The house was clean, comfortable, and perfect to bring along your dog! The view of southwest harbor was beautiful and so peaceful. We enjoyed being able to come back and rest after adventures in the park!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Perfect location!!

The home was cozy and had everything we needed for our stay. Ashley responded to any questions we had in a timely manner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

3rd visit

Great place and location. 3rd time being there says it all
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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