Acadia Yurts offers visitors the most unique way to stay on Mount Desert Island. Seven fun, eco-friendly Yurts and two Tiny Houses will bring you as close to nature as camping, with all the amenities of home. Located on 5 acres of lovely wooded land, surrounded by Acadia National Park property, Acadia Yurts offer a peaceful retreat for your group (up to 4 guests per 24' Yurt, 6 guests for the 30' Yurt or 2 guests per Tiny House). Acadia Yurts is also ideal for large groups traveling with accommodations for up to 34 people on 1 site.
In addition to yurt or tiny house living, the Wellness Center at Acadia Yurts offers on-site yoga, an infrared sauna and a flotation tank, all available for extra charge. Prices available upon request.
A yurt is a tent-like circular fabric structure with a wood lattice frame that originated among the nomadic tribes in Asia. These permanent, colorful structures have thick canvas exterior walls that include reflective insulation and a high efficiency heat pump/AC unit so you can be comfortable during any season. Yurts are quickly becoming a new vacation experience that vacationers are enjoying throughout the US from cliff side views in California to ski lodges in Colorado. This is a memorable place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Acadia!
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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 and a first aid kit
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 swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby.
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 24 min drive
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Frequently asked questions
Is Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
As of 18 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! on 7 Jun, 2026 start from S$393, 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 Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Big-Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! located?
Situated in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Always such an amazing experience and such a well kept property! Love this place.
Diana G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Thank you for being such wonderful returning guests! We’re so glad Acadia Yurts continues to be a special place for you—it means a lot. Looking forward to your next visit!
Great property. Very clean, comfortable and well stocked. The location was perfect. Not too far from most of Acadia's attractions. Check in and check out were very easy. Loved this yurt!
Lana C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the yurt, the location, and the easy check-in process. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Highly recommended for a family that doesn’t have camping gears but wants to enjoy camping experience.
Yui U.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad your family enjoyed the camping experience without the extra gear—exactly what we hope to provide. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
This was an amazing place to stay. The yurts are super cute, very clean and the property is beautiful. The owners are friendly & quick to respond to any questions. We highly recommend this property & are looking forward to going back!!
Patricia B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the yurt and the property, and that you felt well taken care of during your stay. It’s always our goal to make guests feel welcome and comfortable, so your kind words mean a lot. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Amazing yurt! This one has a loft! The woodwork is exquisite. Super close to some Acadia fire roads on the “Quiet Side” of the island. Beds were super comfortable. Loved the light coming through the sky light.
Michael W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the yurt’s cozy design and the natural light from the skylight. It’s wonderful to hear you got to explore the Quiet Side and nearby trails — we’d love to welcome you back again!
This was such a great spot! It was on the quieter side of the island which was really nice. The hosts thought about everything, even had a stool for our little kiddo to use to be able to reach the sink. Our only regret was not being able to stay longer. Definitely coming back!
Jaime S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the quiet side of the island and that the little touches made your stay more comfortable. We’d love to host you again anytime—hopefully for a longer visit next time!
Exactly what we were looking for! A place to call home while we explored Acadia and Bar Harbor! Fit 6 girls comfortably with surprisingly no arguing over the bathroom! Would definitely stay here again!
Makenzie J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that our yurt was the perfect fit for your trip and that it comfortably accommodated your group of six. It’s always great when everyone can enjoy their stay—especially without any bathroom battles! 😊 We’d be honored to host you again whenever your adventures bring you back to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Thanks again for choosing Acadia Yurts!
The yurt was extremely welcoming, peaceful, clean, relaxing, and all around amazing. The hosts were very helpful and responsive with any questions that we had. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Gayle S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2024
It was a pleasure to host you and your family and we are thrilled you had a lovely time! Thanks for allowing us to be apart of your Acadia NP adventure!
The yurt was perfect for our trip to Acadia. Very comfortable and clean. Easy access to the park and surrounding areas. Lots of thoughtful details in the yurt. Staff was very helpful!
Sarah S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that the yurt was a perfect fit for your Acadia adventure and we truly enjoy helping guests have a memorable stay. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
This was the first time I have ever stayed in a yurt, and this place has definitely changed the way I will be traveling from now on. The yurt felt like I was staying in a house!
Cameron B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2025
We are soo glad you enjoyed your stay in our yurt and that we’ve converted you to a “Glamper” (Glamour-Camper 😉)!!! Thank you for the great reviews and we hope to see you again!!
The yurt felt warm and inviting for our fall getaway. The kitchen was adequately stocked with cookware and the couple of things we thought were missed were found available in the laundry barn.
Kent W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2023
Kent, we are soo happy you found our yurt warm and inviting and that it was an awesome place to stay! Have a great winter and if your travels bring you back to the area, please keep us in mind
We had a great stay at Acadia Yurts! Kids enjoyed the loft and parents enjoyed the space of the larger yurt. Karen and Aaron are great hosts; always responsive and helpful. We would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great experience near Acadia National Park!
Samantha Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2024
Thank you for spending your vacation with us!! We are thrilled the yurt met everyone’s needs 😃
Our yurt was a great home base for our family to explore Acadia and MDI! It had everything we needed and we appreciated the amenities after long days spent exploring the park. Aaron and a Karen were great hosts and everything was as advertised. We definitely look forward to coming back in the future!
Alex F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2024
Thank you for the kind review of your stay! We are thrilled you had everything you needed and enjoyed our beautiful national park!!
Excellent lodging- would book again in a heartbeat!
Yurt felt like a cozy luxe home for the week. Spotless, roomy, everything you need for your Maine adventure week. Slept 4 of us comfortably with room for cooking simple dinners, playing board games, lounging. We have absolutely no complaints- its perfect!
Alicia
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2024
Thank you for providing such a kind and thoughtful review of your stay! We are thrilled you had what you needed to be cozy while enjoying the great Maine woods. Love the mention of the board games too- yay!
The yurt, in addition to just being fun, was extremely clean and had everything we needed. The location was 30 minutes or less to everything on Mount Desert Island, but much quieter than the east side. Can't recommend enough and will certainly be back next time we're visiting Acadia!
Alex S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much for the kind review, we’re soo grateful you enjoyed your time at Acadia Yurts and we look forward to your return!!
The yurt provided an excellent home base for us while we explored Acadia and was the perfect balance of nature and comfort for our family! We loved our time there and would not hesitate to book again. Karen and Aaron do a wonderful job!
Erik S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2023
Thank you soo much for taking the time to review your stay! We are thrilled you & your family enjoyed your time here!
We had a great time. The yurts were wonderful. My only complaint is that we were right by the highway and we heard the traffic all night long.
Lauren R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay! We are thrilled you had a great time and greatly appreciate your thoughtful review! To future travelers- we are not sure what road noise the traveler heard throughout the night- we are located on a 2 lane country road. The main road is 1.3 miles away but is limited to 40 mph speed zone. If noise is an issue we do provide a white noise machine in each yurt and silicone ear plugs in our communal barn. Please reach out with any questions!
By far the most perfect spot to stay in Acadia. The balance between nature and convenience is perfect. Incredibly well maintained and clean. 10/10 we will be back.
Vanessa S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2024
Thank you soo much for the fantastic review!! We're soo happy you and your family enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your return!!
Nice quiet spot in the woods and well appointed yurt. A few of our group also used the Wellness Center and very much enjoyed the services. We would definitely return
sara s.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct, 2024
Thank you for staying with us during your Acadia adventure! It was our pleasure to share the yurt and wellness center with you and your friends!
About the host
Hosted by Karen Roper
Aaron is a Maine native. He was born and raised across the bridge in Trenton and grew up attending local Bar Harbor schools. He has worked in the restaurant industry for 20+ years beginning as a prep cook in high school then moving toward general manager. Aaron's favorite extracurricular activity is learning all he can about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As often as he can, he trains locally and loves sharing this passion with others.
Karen is a transplant. Originally from Chicago she made her way to Maine in 2009 and fell in love immediately. In Acadia she enjoys hiking, trail running, yoga, and long walks on the carriage roads. Karen has been teaching yoga locally for over 6 years and now brings her practice to the Wellness Center (located on site at Acadia Yurts). Karen is also a licensed massage therapist and offers services onsite (pending availability).
As a couple we have done quite a bit of traveling and through that we have narrowed down the particular way we like to travel. The biggest factor for us is having a furnished kitchen in order to prepare health minded foods to nourish our bodies and support all our outdoor activities. The idea for Acadia Yurts has been brewing for quite some time. Friends of ours live off the grid in a yurt and we greatly appreciate the rustic, romantic feel of the yurt but wanted some of the comforts of home; running water, heat, electricity. From there Acadia Yurts was born. We truly hope you enjoy our property and your time here as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
This property is a stone's throw to Acadia National Park with hidden gems around every turn. Acadia Yurts is the most unique way to stay on MDI. We bring you local knowledge, passion for living mindfully and a desire to share our favorite place with you and your loved ones to create lasting memories.
What makes this property unique
• Completely unique dwelling • Amenities of home including furnished kitchen, bathroom, heat, and furnished living spaces • Proximity to Acadia National Park • Located on quiet side of MDI to assist you in slowing down and reconnecting to yourself and loved ones • On site Wellness Center offering Massage, Infrared Sauna, Float Therapy, Yoga & MORE!
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