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Beautiful cottage in the village of Southwest Harbor

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A two-story house with a yellow front door, white front porch, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.
A spacious living room with a brown sofa, wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug. A kitchen with white cabinets and a dining area with a table and chairs are visible in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a window, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a television on a stand.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated close to a museum, this cottage accommodates 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features a patio for outdoor relaxation, along with nearby hiking, biking, and birdwatching opportunities. The property welcomes pets and includes games for indoor entertainment. Nearby attractions include Wendell Gilley Museum and Flying Mountain Trailhead.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Acadia National Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Flying Mountain Trailhead
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful cottage in the village of Southwest Harbor

Our cottage has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and is conveniently located just a short walk to Southwest Harbor shops and restaurants and to the Harbor. We are on the Island Explorer route and a few minutes' drive to several Acadia National Park attractions.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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 less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs only, with permission, for additional $150/wk
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 426682vb
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 cottage. 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. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 20 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬9 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful cottage in the village of Southwest Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Beautiful cottage in the village of Southwest Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful cottage in the village of Southwest Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful cottage in the village of Southwest Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful cottage in the village of Southwest Harbor located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything better than expected, had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, bright and cozy cottage. Great location and responsive hosts. Was a wonderful place to rest between our outings. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely 5 day stay at the beautiful cottage. Perfect location for exploring Southwest Harbor, Seawall, Acadia and Bar Harbor, with a comfy place to return to in the evening to relax. Enjoyed the full kitchen, comfy clean beds, relaxing living room for evening movies. We had a front row seat on the side porch to watch the full moon and eclipse!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every aspect of our stay at Shell Cabin was perfect. The accommodation was well equipped, impeccably clean, and perfectly situated. There is easy, ample parking and the parking area is well-lit at night. The house provides bright, spacious accommodations. Communication with the owners both prior to and during our stay was prompt, courteous and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely rent Shell Cabin again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very clean and convenient for our stay at Acadia. Louise was a perfect host, suggesting great places to hike and for dinner. She answered our questions very promptly. The cottage is very well equipped with all we needed for this short stay. I really wish I could come back again one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Louise was very easy to reach. I had questions about grocery stores and restaurants and she gave some recommendations. Also, we didn’t need to pack any shampoos, detergents, etc because the house already had them.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great vacation in Maine- Acadia National Park! This house has everything you need. The downtown area is walking distance with quite a few good restaurants. The drive to Bar Harbor is 20-25 minutes which is very manageable. We saw deer daily around the house- including a baby deer! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this place! Very close to everything there is to do in Bar Harbor. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home base from which to explore the Acadia area

This roomy home had everything we needed to serve as our launch point into this beautiful part of Maine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property worked so well for my sister and I. Everything was so nice and clean. The location was handy as we explored Mt Desert Island. The deer in the yard added to the charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No complaints! Convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Super clean and well appointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Entry was easy. The host was responsive. Everything was clean and in good condition. Plenty of space for 4 adults. Easy private parking. Hair dryer in the bathroom. Unlimited hot water from a tankless heater, so we had no problem getting 4 people showered in 90 minutes. The tap water tastes good, if you're ok with the slightly mineral taste of spring water. The Butterfly Park across the street was beautiful and definitely worth a visit.We enjoyed picking up breakfasts from the nearby Milagro Coffee Bar that was just a couple minute walk away. The Seaside Dairy Bar & Lobster Bar about 7 minute drive South of the cottage is a great stop for a quick, outdoor, very casual dinner and dessert - good food and prices. The best blueberry donuts in the area were at Village Green in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved everything about our stay!

Cottage as described, but even better! Perfect location for our Acadia 4 day adventures. Comfortable home and beds to recharge in after long wonderful day hiking and exploring. Loved the location because it was close to everything in quieter SW harbor, and easy drive to the rest of MDI and Acadia.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Louise’s cabin in Southwest harbor. The location was excellent! The house was clean and provided everything we needed for our stay. Louise was very easy to communicate with. I would book this cottage again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and Cozy

Close to town, coffee shop, supermarket and very quiet location.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway during the spring

We had a fantastic time staying at the Shell cottage in Southwest Harbor. The cottage felt like home away from home during our week away in April. This is our second time in 4 years renting this cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was great! We loved being on island but not in the heart of the Bar Harbor bustle. Everything was still only 20-30 minutes away. Well-equipped, super clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! The house was in excellent condition, kitchen was nicely stocked, lots of extra towels, blankets, pillows to make sure we were comfortable, and games, puzzles, movies kept everyone busy. Location is very convenient for "quiet side" activities. Host was very responsive when we thought we locked ourselves out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was as advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First Vrbo stay

We loved our week here! Very comfortable for the three of us. Convenient to Acadia National Park which is why we came to Maine. The hosts were very responsive. Would definitely stay here again if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful stay

Louise and Jim were the ideal hosts - friendly, communicative and helpful. Their place is perfect for a small family or couple. We came with our toddler and had the best time. Clean, well equipped, perfectly located in Southwest Harbor and close to all things Acadia. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for us

Convenient location with everything we needed to have a comfortable trip exploring Mount Desert Island. Would definitely return
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Warm comfortable cottage

Very clean warm cottage. Allowed us the option of spending all day at Acadia National Park and come home for the evening to a clean comfortable enjoyable space for the evening. Exceeded my expectations and would highly recommend this property to anyone else. If we go back to the area again will definitely look into staying here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Welcome to MDI

Shell Cottage was cozy, comfortable, and conveniently located near many Acadia and Southwest Harbor vistas, trails, and lobster pounds.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Louise Soucy

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Our family home is right next door. We are year-round residents of Southwest Harbor and have lived here for over 30 years. We enjoy hiking, cycling, and golfing.

Why they chose this property

Easy access to all of MDI from the cottage. Bar Harbor is a 15 minute drive, the summit of Cadillac Mountain is 13 miles, and the pleasure of the quiet village of Southwest Harbor is a few minutes' walk away.

What makes this property unique

Convenience to Acadia National Park but away from the busy tourist town of Bar Harbor.
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