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Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.

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A deck with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of a marina and buildings.
Lobster cooker available for use to enjoy lobster bakes!
Deck furniture, railing bar top, and outdoor fire pit for enjoying the views
Weber Genesis grill for cookouts. A lobster cooker is also provided downstairs
Built in high top bar

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.

Locally owned by an Island family of several generations, Osprey Nest is the 2nd story apartment of a duplex with private deck. Located on an elevated property across the marina, offering wonderful views of Southwest Harbor and across to the Cranberry Isles. Walk into town and enjoy shopping & dining in the village of Southwest Harbor and leaving your car behind.

Acadia National Park and more than a dozen trailheads are within a 5 min. drive from the house with a bus stop across the street.

Luke and Jackie are year round locals from an Island fishing family of over 100 years. We live next door and are more than happy to share our insites for hiking, biking, canoeing/kayaking, tours, and dining.

We are avid animal lovers and welcome well behaved and well mannered pets after discussing your pets with us ahead of time. We reserve the right to deny pets if necessary. We lost Maggie, or orginal Black Dog in '23, but our new little black girl Lucy lives next door with us now. If you can't bring your pets and want a visit, I'm sure Lucy can schedule some time into her busy schedule for you to throw the ball for her. We also have a little "bobcat" named Lily that likes to perform acrobatics on various hand rails across the property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Young kids are not to be left alone on the deck
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
No pets left alone in the apartment
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please be aware of other guests and open windows
Please bring your pup with you, No dogs left alone inside the house. We’ve had too many chewing and barking issues in the past.
No entering the woods surrounding the house. We are on a small, in town lot and the woods are my neighbors property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3469750vb
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

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Southwest Harbor is home to this apartment. 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. 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

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 31 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.?

As of 17 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC. on 4 Jul, 2026 start from S$789, 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 Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC. located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marat A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved that place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Thanks for coming guys, hope to see you another time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful modern apartment walking distance to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Glad you guys had a good trip Stefanie! Look us up again the next time you want to visit our island!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and spacious. It has great views of the marina and harbor. The firepit on the deck was a nice touch since it got chilly at night. Walking distance to downtown made it even that more enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2025
Thanks for choosing to stay with us Kim! Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRITTANI H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot for the 4th of July! House had everything we needed for our family of 5 and Luke was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2025
Thanks for staying with us and the great picture! Look us up again next time you visit our part of the coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

Very nice - as advertised!

The location was excellent - great combo of having a view as well as a very short walk to the little town. We visited Bar Harbor and were extremely happy we decided to stay in the leas congested SW Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
Thanks for staying with us Dan! Hope to see you guys again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell L.

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

Great spot

Awesome location, loved Southwest Harbor and this place is about as convenient as it gets. Check in instructions were clear and concise, parking was great, unit was very clean; nothing bad to say about this experience. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Thanks for the kind review Mitchell. We hope to see you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it. Super comfy. Walking distance to town, beautiful view. I would highly recommend. Close to Bar Harbor and Acadia, but had the peaceful beauty out of the bar harbor crowds, which was perfect. Had a dog, and it was perfect for him. Loved the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2025
We’re glad you guys had a great trip! Please visit again some time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

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

Nice view of the sunrise plenty of space

This is a spacious floor with the basic needs in the kitchen and bath. Nice outdoor space and several restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Enjoy the view at Osprey’s Nest

We had a relaxing stay in Southwest Harbor and Luke and Jackie were very responsive hosts. The apartment was spacious, updated and located on the quieter side of the island and had a glorious view of the harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Annette C.

Liked: Check-in
I didn’t think it was as nice as the photos made it look.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Please see our hundreds of glowing reviews for both our apartments on various platforms. Most say the apartment is sparkling clean and even better than the photos and many come back every year. In 11 seasons between both our apartments and hundreds of 5 star reviews on our various advertising platforms, this is our first 3 star review. This traveler is a first time VRBO user and admitted only a day after she booked that she had spent too much on her 2 day trip and requested extra discounts. She already paid 1/2 price of the folks that arrived before, and after her due to a promotion error that we honored. We were by far the least expensive 3br unit on Mount Desert Island due to this error... let alone with an ocean view. Even a single hotel room would have cost more, she got a wonderful deal! We gave her a list of 23 trailheads and about a dozen additional Acadia activities all within 5 minutes of the property. Instead, she chose to drive the 25 minutes to Bar Harbor to enter the Park despite being told Acadia is in all 4 towns on the island and our list of trailheads, swimming spots, picnic areas, biking trails, and the Lighthouse that were all 5 minutes away. No complaints were made during her stay, she (or her daughter) smiled and waved as we pulled into our driveway after work to go to our house next door. She texted us and requested a 3 hour late check out which we were able to reschedule with our housekeeper and grant her. After giving us this poor review we asked what happened and she admitted she spent too much on her trip and was upset about that. She also complained that we should not be listed as 5 minutes from Acadia, despite the fact that we absolutely are....she just chose to drive 25 minutes to other parts of the Park. She promised she would remove this review and was given the number and link to VRBO to do such. After more than a week since this promise was made, she still has not removed the review or reached back out to us if she was having issues.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul p.

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

SW harbor

Overall nice stay with great view of the harbor. Comfortable beds. Kitchen is well equipped. Can hear muffled voices from the downstairs unit. Would be ideal to have a large group and rent both spaces.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn N.

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

Beautiful views of SW Harbor

We loved our week in SW Harbor and the rental was perfect for our family of 4. The unit is on the top floor, had incredible views of the harbor, we spent most nights on the patio. The gas fire pit was very nice on the cooler nights. The hosts were so nice and very responsive, shared several great hikes that were perfect for our kids ages 7 and 9. We loved steaming lobster a couple nights in the outdoor lobster cooker, Luke was very kind to show us how to use it. Overall it was a fantastic rental in a beautiful and very walkable little town filled with shops and restaurants. Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

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

Great Getaway

This property was perfect for our needs. It was only a short drive to Acadia NP and other local favorites, walkable into the local square/island explorer bus stop, was clean and had a beautiful upper deck! Luke & Jackie were excellent hosts! We had a terrible storm blow through overnight one night and we lost power for a few hours. They had a generator hooked up and our power back on before we even had a chance to reach out. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison K.

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

Beautiful, Quiet Home-base for Acadia

Our stay was fantastic! It was extremely clean and perfectly accommodated 3 people with our own rooms. The deck view of the harbor was serene and a perfect place to read after a long day of hiking at the park. It was an easy 15-20 minute drive, give or take, to all the trailheads of hikes we did in Acadia National Park. Between the kitchen and grill, we comfortably cooked at home most of the nights during our stay. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice alternative to the hustle of Bar Harbor, but still wants to be close to the park. Luke was also very responsive. We will definitely be coming back in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

What a perfect location

This is a charming property, offering a cozy and intimate living space in a prime location. The home’s classic New England exterior fits perfectly with the coastal town's charm, and the interior offers a comfortable, well-maintained space for its occupants. The setup is ideal for individuals or couples looking for a peaceful retreat. The bathroom is updated with modern fixtures and provides ample space for comfort. Located conveniently to Southwest Harbor’s shops, restaurants, and harbor, this property is ideal for someone who values both privacy and access to local amenities. The proximity to Acadia National Park is also a major bonus for nature enthusiasts. Overall, is an inviting and well-situated home that’s perfect for anyone looking for a low-maintenance, comfortable living space in the heart of one of Maine’s most desirable coastal towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Luke Damon

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Luke and Jackie met in Bar Harbor in March of 2009 and got married in July of 2013. Luke had just got home from 3 months at sea and was going out with some friends for a drink. Jackie saw the first new man she had seen all winter and claimed him immediately. You know.... storybook love story at a pub on a Maine island in winter!

Luke and his family have been on MDI and have fished the waters for generations. Luke was a Merchant Marine Engineer for several years sailing large ships all over the world until he met Jackie and came home from sea. He is now an engineer at The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor and helps run the utility plant there.

Jackie is originally from Downeast Maine but has been in the MDI area for over 20 years. She has worked in several restaurants in the area and can give you excellent suggestions for varying types of cuisine and wine. She is now a dental hygentist and practices in Town Hill/Bar Harbor.

Luke and Jackie love to hike all over MDI with their black lab, Lucy and son Cole. They will be happy to give advise of what to do while you're here and where to go.

Why they chose this property

Luke and Jackie have been looking to move back onto MDI for 2 years and finally found this amazing property which they both (miraculously) liked! All the amenities of living in town while having an amazing view of Southwest Harbor and shorter commutes to work is all it took for them to make the easy decision to buy this house. Since it was just the 2 of us originally, we decided to share the property with all the visitors that enjoy their Island as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

Osprey Nest was our home for the first 7 years we were back in Southwest Harbor while Breakwater downstairs was a rental. We welcomed our son into the world while living up here and have many fond memories with family and friends, we hope you all do as well!

The sunrise over Islesford and Great Cranberry Island from bedroom #3 (or the deck) is amazing! If you're not a morning person, you can at least set your alarm, open the shades, enjoy the view, and go back to bed!

The elevated deck, 20ft above the parking area is by far the spot where most folks spend their time. The deck is sunny with a full southern exposure, all while overlooking Southwest Harbor. The built in bartop on the railing is a great place to enjoy a meal prepared on the Weber grill and overlook the marina. After supper, start the outdoor fireplace and relax while the sun goes down.

We have all the advantages of all the other Main street property with a sidewalk going right into town so you can park you car and walk to the market, pub, restaurant, or playground. However, we are a B lot so we have buffer from the road to dampen any traffic noise and not worrying about the kids or the dog being too close to the road. Being on the side of a hill we still have a great view without our front neighbors obstructing the Harbor.

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