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Enchanting dog-friendly ocean view home with grill, balcony, TV, & deck

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a grill, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, framed artwork on the walls, and a view through the windows.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden dresser, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A wooden cabin with a blue door, a small porch, and a birdhouse on the wall.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • 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)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom_1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom_2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom_1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom_2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is by the sea. 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 College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum 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 rock climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 21 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬30 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting dog-friendly ocean view home with grill, balcony, TV, & deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Enchanting dog-friendly ocean view home with grill, balcony, TV, & deck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting dog-friendly ocean view home with grill, balcony, TV, & deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting dog-friendly ocean view home with grill, balcony, TV, & deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting dog-friendly ocean view home with grill, balcony, TV, & deck located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cottage as our home base on MDI. It provided a peaceful refuge after exploring all day. The location was great and it was comfortable for us and our dog. It was convenient to the Claremont and the main part of town. The house was clean and well-stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2026
Jennifer we are glad to hear that The Birdhouse of Maine was a good home base as you explored around Mount Desert Island. We also always love to hear that the four-legged family members stayed and enjoyed their vacation as well. See you next time you are in our area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, and an easy walk to the water, but there is a house behind this one, and no water view outside of a few peeks through the trees. That said, it is an awesome location!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Above Expectations

Loved location able to walk to 2great places to eat from house&loved to sit at the beach by place too!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2026
Thank you for your feedback for your stay at The Birdhouse of Maine. It is true this home is very close to some amazing eateries on Mount Desert Island, ME.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Wanted to love, but disappointed

The cabin is cute as can be, but unfortunately I wouldn't go back. The descriptions says it's next to the Claremont hotel, but what it doesn't say is the hotel's maintenance building is about 25 feet from the downstairs room. Golf carts were revving around until 11:30 one night, and going again early in the morning. Also, the downstairs room has an attached laundry room for the two sister units to use which we were unaware of and the garage backs up to this bedroom as well. It's great that kayaks and equipment are available, but the garage opening early woke us. The floor was not well cleaned and there were cobwebs in the lamps on both sides of the sofa. Also, the mirror in the downstairs bathroom is super small and high. I had to stand on my tippy toes to see my face. The photos in the description imply the water is just outside the cabin. This felt misleading. It is walkable and nearby, but you have to walk through other properties to get to it. The downstairs toilet doesn't flush fully and the refrigerator set on max cooling struggles to keep the food cold.
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