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Ocean-View Apt in the Heart of Southwest Harbor!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6700 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
About this property
Ocean-View Apt in the Heart of Southwest Harbor!
They say saltwater heals all, and at this unique 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental, you'll live and breathe in the heart of Southwest Harbor, where life revolves around the Atlantic. For an idea of what a stay here might look like, picture front-row views including everything from working lobster boats to flourishing marine life to waterfront sunsets. In between the day-to-day action, explore the eco-wonders and otherworldly views of Acadia National Park — just 2 miles from your doorstep!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Top-Floor Unit w/ Harborside Views | On-Site Sailing, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing | 2 Mi to Acadia National Park
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play
HARBORSIDE LIVING: 2 Smart TVs w/ cable, dining bar, reclining sofa, board games, floor-to-ceiling windows w/ harbor views, nautical decor
SEASIDE VIEWS: Covered deck w/ gas grill & seating, open-air deck w/ gas fire pit & seating, sweeping harbor views
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar w/ seating, spices, dishware & flatware, drip coffee maker, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board
FAQ: On-site noise (working harbor), access only by stairs, homeowner on-site (multi-unit building), Ring doorbell (1, facing out), no A/C, no generator
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle)
-- THE LOCATION --
SOUTHWEST HARBOR (on-site): Boating, sailing, fishing, lobstering, kayaking, wildlife viewing, boat charters, sightseeing tours
ACADIA NATIONAL PARK (~2 miles): 47,000 acres w/ beaches, hiking trails, viewpoints, picnic areas, wildlife viewing, sightseeing tours
EVEN MORE ADVENTURE: Seawall (3 miles), Flying Mountain (3 miles), Bass Harbor Head Light Station (5 miles), Bar Harbor (15 miles)
AIRPORT: Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport (13 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Please be aware that the apartment is located in a busy, loud, working harbor. Fans and sound machines will be provided for noise but you may hear lobstermen at work throughout the day
- NOTE: The property is located on the top floor and requires 2 flights of stairs to access
- NOTE: The property is located in a multi-unit building with a shared first entrance. The homeowner lives on-site in a completely separate unit in the months of July and August
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed
- NOTE: There is also an internal security camera in the private entryway of the homeowner's unit; however guests do not have access to this space
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning or a generator
-- THE PROPERTY --
Top-Floor Unit w/ Harborside Views | On-Site Sailing, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing | 2 Mi to Acadia National Park
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play
HARBORSIDE LIVING: 2 Smart TVs w/ cable, dining bar, reclining sofa, board games, floor-to-ceiling windows w/ harbor views, nautical decor
SEASIDE VIEWS: Covered deck w/ gas grill & seating, open-air deck w/ gas fire pit & seating, sweeping harbor views
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar w/ seating, spices, dishware & flatware, drip coffee maker, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board
FAQ: On-site noise (working harbor), access only by stairs, homeowner on-site (multi-unit building), Ring doorbell (1, facing out), no A/C, no generator
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle)
-- THE LOCATION --
SOUTHWEST HARBOR (on-site): Boating, sailing, fishing, lobstering, kayaking, wildlife viewing, boat charters, sightseeing tours
ACADIA NATIONAL PARK (~2 miles): 47,000 acres w/ beaches, hiking trails, viewpoints, picnic areas, wildlife viewing, sightseeing tours
EVEN MORE ADVENTURE: Seawall (3 miles), Flying Mountain (3 miles), Bass Harbor Head Light Station (5 miles), Bar Harbor (15 miles)
AIRPORT: Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport (13 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Please be aware that the apartment is located in a busy, loud, working harbor. Fans and sound machines will be provided for noise but you may hear lobstermen at work throughout the day
- NOTE: The property is located on the top floor and requires 2 flights of stairs to access
- NOTE: The property is located in a multi-unit building with a shared first entrance. The homeowner lives on-site in a completely separate unit in the months of July and August
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed
- NOTE: There is also an internal security camera in the private entryway of the homeowner's unit; however guests do not have access to this space
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning or a generator
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
Located in Southwest Harbor, this apartment is on the waterfront. 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 George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.

Southwest Harbor, ME
What's nearby
- Wendell Gilley Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 25 min drive - 29.0 km
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 27 min drive - 25.8 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 29.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Jordan Pond House - 30 min drive
- Beal's Lobster Pier - 1 min walk
- Archie’s Lobster - 6 min drive
- Circle K - 2 min drive
- The Upper Deck - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
7 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jodi G.
10 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jodi G.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jared B.
25 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location, Location
Jared B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Christina
3 Jul, 2025
Summer in Southwest Harbor
Christina
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Karen
29 Jun, 2025
Stunning view and clean, spacious, comfortable interior
Karen
10/10 Excellent
Randy P.
21 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Randy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Dixon
7 Jul, 2025
Great stay over the harbor!
Dixon
10/10 Excellent
Birgit v.
9 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birgit v.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
joyce o.
21 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
joyce o.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charity
12 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Charity
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Trisha L.
3 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Stay!
Trisha L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
SCOTT H.
24 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
SCOTT H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jordan V.
21 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Jordan V.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Trevin S.
27 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Harbor
Trevin S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
11 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to Unplug!
Karen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan A.
17 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view!
Susan A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany J.
5 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Hidden Gem
Tiffany J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martha C.
11 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super spot in SWH
Martha C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rosie M.
13 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and views!
Rosie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Patti C.
11 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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Bill M.
15 Sept, 2024
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