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Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town
Cottage with kitchen, near Acadia National Park
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Southwest Harbor, ME
- Place, Wendell Gilley Museum7 min walk
- Place, Acadia National Park3 min drive
- Place, Asticou Azalea Garden23 min drive
- Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom w/ Two Twin Beds
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy cottage in woods, 5-min walk to ocean & town
The "Knollette" is a fully equipped cottage with a large grassy field tucked away in the woods on a quiet, private lane. Walk 5 minutes and you will discover the causeway at Norwood Cove - a spot that offers wonderful vistas of the ocean & mountains; dramatic tidal activity; opportunities for swimming, SUPing, canoeing, kayaking; peaceful sitting spots; and spectacular night skies. Walk 5 minutes in the other direction to the center of Southwest Harbor, a small quaint town where you will find shopping, dining, art, crafts, a bike rental store, and a wonderful public library. You'll also find access to the Island Explorer, the free shuttle to all parts of MDI and Acadia National Park.
Acadia National Park is a playground for walking, hiking, biking, swimming, boating, and picnicking. Explore scenic ocean trails, carriage roads, beaches, mountains, lakes, and nearby islands. There are also opportunities to rent boats of various sizes; play tennis, pickleball, or golf; antique hunt; visit museums and art galleries; eat ample fresh seafood; and more.
Keywords: Two bedroom cottage, quiet private lane, near ocean, near town, Southwest Harbor, Causeway Lane, Norwood Cove, Acadia, Mount Desert Island
Acadia National Park is a playground for walking, hiking, biking, swimming, boating, and picnicking. Explore scenic ocean trails, carriage roads, beaches, mountains, lakes, and nearby islands. There are also opportunities to rent boats of various sizes; play tennis, pickleball, or golf; antique hunt; visit museums and art galleries; eat ample fresh seafood; and more.
Keywords: Two bedroom cottage, quiet private lane, near ocean, near town, Southwest Harbor, Causeway Lane, Norwood Cove, Acadia, Mount Desert Island
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym
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
No stairs, large grassy area, biking on the lane
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
If you used the heat, please turn down all four thermostats to 55.
It’s always very helpful when guests get a head start on laundry. If you could put a load in the washing machine before you leave, we would be very appreciative!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 cottage is in a rural area and 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 College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Southwest Harbor, ME
What's nearby
- Wendell Gilley Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Flying Mountain Trailhead - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
- Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive - 24.6 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 28.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Beal's Lobster Pier - 14 min walk
- Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - 23 min drive
- Archie’s Lobster - 6 min drive
- Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - 4 min drive
- The Colonel's Restaurant - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Adair Fox
Our family has enjoyed MDI since 1937 when great-grandparents built the Knollen, a large wooden house on the property. Since then, it has been a treasured gathering place for our large, multi-generational family. During the summer, family members often live in the Knollen while renters enjoy the smaller house (the Knollette). During non-summer seasons, we live in Washington DC, Denver, and Copenhagen, though those of us who have flexibility in our schedules are increasingly enjoying visits during the fall, winter, and spring, too.
Why they chose this property
We cannot imagine vacationing elsewhere!
What makes this property unique
At the base of South Causeway Lane is Norwood Cove and its little footbridge (the causeway). This cove offers expansive vistas of Somes Sound and sweet spots for daydreaming, reading, sketching, painting, canoeing, kayaking, SUPing, fishing, and picknicking. Around high tide, adventuresome folks jump off the bridge and body surf under the bridge. At low tide we enjoy exploring shells, stones, and shoreline marine life. Meanwhile, our peaceful property is a lovely place for playing on the field, exploring the woods, making fairy houses, and observing deer.
Languages:
English
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