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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relaxing days are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.

Welcome to Harborside Cottage!
Harborside Cottage overlooks the working harbor and is within 2.5 miles of 4 restaurants, 2 gas station/convenience stores, the Swan’s Island and Frenchboro Ferry terminal, Island Explorer bus pickup and drop-off, Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Light House and so much more. Plus, only 17 miles to Bar Harbor!
Whether you are visiting for shopping, biking, hiking, kayaking, exploring, sightseeing, the rich history of our island or pure relaxation, Harborside puts you in a great place to access them all. There are numerous places to rent bikes, kayaks and canoes as well as multiple boat excursions and tours to choose from. Acadia National Park covers half the island and is home to many famous attractions. Cadillac is the tallest mountain on the eastern seaboard and a great place to see the sunrise. Thunder Hole is very impressive to visit at high tide, while Sand Beach is a beautiful destination to relax or hike Great Head. Stop by Jordan Pond House for tea and Popovers while overlooking the parks deepest lake at 150 feet, a tradition since 1893. There are too many destinations in Acadia to list, you will have to explore them all for yourself.
This ranch style with a wraparound porch has a walk out basement that is steps from its own working wharf. Inside this home that sleeps 8, you will find a full Kitchen equipped with everything you need no matter what meal, snack or drink you are preparing! The dining room holds an over sized, handmade table, giving way to views of the peaceful harbor. This is a great place to unwind from your day of exploring while witnessing the most spectacular sunsets. Down the hall you will find the first-floor bathroom with shower. The Crow’s Nest den has a flat screen tv and futon couch for extra sleeping and its own ½ bath. The mate’s quarters on the first floor overlooks the harbor and has a cozy queen size bed. Downstairs to your left is the living room with a flat screen tv, couches and a double futon, as well as a dry bar with a second coffee maker and mini fridge. Here is where the sliding glass doors open to the backyard and down to your own beach and the tidal wharf. At the back of the living room a full bath and laundry room. To the right of the living room is the Captain’s Quarters with windows looking down to the beach and a firm, but comfy king size bed.
Upon your arrival you will find a tour basket with information from our local business’s, menu’s, maps and miscellaneous info about the cottage. The cottage has wifi, smart tv’s with apps and local channels. The last test of our internet speed came back with Download: 80.3 mbps, upload: 10.7mbps and Latency: 66ms. You won't regret a stay at Harborside!


Property manager

Elean Mitchell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (mini)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the house

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Smartphone

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Contact owner
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Harborside Cottage in Bass Harbor
Getaway to Harborside Cottage in Bass Harbor Bass Harbor

About the neighborhood

Map
Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 37 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing days are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing days are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing days are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing days are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage. located?

Located in Bass Harbor, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within 2 mi (3 km) of Acadia National Park, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead, and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Wonderland Trail Trailhead is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Relaxing days are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage. Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jade T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon
Harborside Cottage was amazing! We had to change plans for our honeymoon on short notice and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. Not only was the property available on short notice but it was spacious, clean, stylish, and very homey with a great waterfront view. It felt like our home away from home. Elean was an awesome host with great communication leading up to and throughout our stay. I highly recommend staying at Harborside Cottage if you’re planning a trip to Maine!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Elean was gracious and attentive to our needs for our entire stay. Cottage is out of the way enough to be quiet and cozy, but at the same time close enough to all the area attractions to be a great launch point. Cottage is very comfortable and well maintained. Kitchen is equipped very nicely for the evenings that you don't go out. We highly recommend this spot!! Mike & Melinda
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love This Harborside Location
This house sits on a fantastic location. It is far enough away from the tourist “hub-bub”, but close enough to touch everything Acadia Ntl Park and Mt Desert Island have to offer. There are peaceful sunsets, a view of the lobster boats and tide activity, and access to great food. The house is a very comfortable place to land for a week! The Host provided great info for the stay as well as things to do. We would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place on the quiet side
Clean and spacious property with everything we needed to have a great week for our family of 5. Reasonable driving distance to everything. Enjoyed being able to go out at low tide and explore. Hosts were welcoming and communicative. They made sure the cottage had everything you needed. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Apryle H., Nescopeck

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
The place was exactly what we needed. It was the perfect location and has everything we needed. We would definitely go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

marty r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Clean property on a beautiful harbor. Plenty of room for my whole family. Plenty of trails and sites close to the home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we were hoping for
Great location if wanting to take advantage of the quiet side of the Island. Property was exactly as described and very well appointed… it had all the pots/pans/utensils needed. Sunsets were simply amazing. The harbor view was spectacular. great to have the outdoor space to simply enjoy 'being there'. Great communication with owner. A+ all around!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
We could not have enjoyed our stay anymore than we did! The house was just as described, the views were beautiful! The home had everything we needed for our stay plus some. The owner was very responsive, and the location was perfect for visiting Acadia and Bar Harbor, and then returning to the peaceful side of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best hosts ever!
Have spent many fall seasons at Acadia, but this accommodation was one of the best. The view was unparalleled, and when you’re stuck for a week due to Covid, the view is even more important! Our hosts were very responsive anytime we had a question. We had a power outage while on the island, and before we woke up, we had the necessary items to get us through that power outage. The cottage is outfitted very well, the kitchen has anything and everything you can need. Plenty of bathrooms, beautiful deck, and the surroundings were lovely. We will stay there again on our next visit! Thank you, Elean and family.
Stayed 27 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house by the harbor
The property was as advertised. It is in a wonderful location, close to Acadia and Bar Harbor but far enough that it's fairly quiet. The house itself was in immaculate condition. It was nice to sit outside and look at fishing boats or the deer that wandered into the yard each night and morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Arlington, Va

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place
My wife and l had a wonderful week here in this beautiful spot on the western side of Bass Harbor, where the sunsets are gorgeous and the kayaking couldn’t be better. Elean, the host is terrific. She went out of her way to make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harlan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Aug 2023
Property was clean and well equipped. Location is excellent with great sunsets. Owner was very attentive. We hope to be able to return someday, it was a very enjoyable vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! Great hostess!
Everything was fine!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it!
Bottom line - we loved it! Everything was comfy and clean. We loved waking up and having coffee on the deck overlooking the water. The property is on the quieter side of MDI, but there was still so much to do! Ample supplies in the kitchen, but no dishwasher. We ate out a lot so we didnt have to wash too many dishes. At high tide we jumped off the wharf with our kids and had so much fun! Overall 5*!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
This was just right for us. Quiet Side location on the water was so serene and relaxing. Enjoyed all the amenities, especially fire pit and roasting marshmallows in the evenings. Got some of the best sleep in ages - very quiet at night. Stones throw from SW Harbor and all there is to feast on there. Really appreciated being able to easily access Bar Harbor without having to be in the thick of it and related crowds. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, scenic and calm
Everything stated online is exactly what you get! The home itself is solidly built, energy efficient, comfortable and well planned for two couples at least to share the home. The separation by having living quarters downstairs and upstairs with both parties easily meeting in the dining room or tv lounge was excellent for privacy. Elena answered our questions and was never obtrusive. Scenery was beautiful. Ease to get to stores, restaurants and hikes were a plus. Great way to wind down and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Watching the Tides
Thank you for a wonderful stay! We very much enjoyed sitting on the back deck watching the sunset and observing the tide throughout the day. We even found a bird app to try and identify the numerous breeds that could be seen in and around the water. The cabin was lovely, comfortable and clean, and we would highly recommend it to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Nothing even close to the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor here. Quiet. Serene. Lovely. Enjoyed the house. Layout a little different, but that was okay. Had everything we needed to cook. It was located near Bass Harbor, which is a little tricky to find at night in the middle of a rainstorm. If you stay here you have to eat at Thurstons across the bay. BEST SEAFOOD EVER!!!! It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yingjie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice cottage at quietside of MDI
We had a wonderful week staying at Elean’s property. The cottage is nice and clean and the sunset view from backyard/deck was so beautiful. Great communication from Elean, prompt response to our questions. We got live lobsters from Elena’s family lobster boat and had a best lobster feast ever with friends and family. Convenient location to explore seawall, wonderland/ship harbor trails, flying mountain trail and echo lake. Bar harbor and main part of Acadia is only 30 minutes away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay!
Very clean, responsive owner, beautiful location, well-stocked and decorated house!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

TINA C., BROOKFIELD, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
We enjoyed our recent stay at Harborside Cottage, which was very clean upon arrival. Such beautiful sunsets from the deck! Elean was very quick to respond to any questions. Quick drive to many restaurants and Echo Lake Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway on MDI
We stayed here in July 2022. The cottage is so clean and thoughtfully renovated and is located in the most beautiful spot right on Bass Harbor. The cottage was a perfect setup for our group- we have young kids along with young adult children, and there was plenty of room for everyone to spread out (and having 3 bathrooms was great.) Lots of fun toys and activities for the kids- they didn't want to leave most days! It was nice to stay on the quieter side of Mt. Desert Island- it was easy to get to anywhere we wanted to go, and nice to avoid the crowds of summer in Acadia. We would definitely come back in the future to Harborside Cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Property
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Harborside. The property was well kept and very comfortable. Stellar sunsets! Some of our faves during our stay were visiting the Seawall and Lighthouse, Jordan Pond and Bubble Mountain. We all enjoyed going down on the docks and searching the shallows for marine life. Taking wonderful memories back to Nebraska. Maine has our hearts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunsets are beautiful
The home was just perfect. Clean and comfortable. Views were awesome. They really thought of everything you might need. Elean was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Serene
Harborside Cottage was exactly what I needed after two challenging years with Covid and Cancer. Elean was quick to respond to any questions before the trip and everything we needed to know was provided on the premises. It’s on the quieter side of the island but a short drive to many other small harbor towns, Acadia and Bar Harbor. We loved the accommodations, had everything we needed for a weeks stay. The Captains Quarters mattress was super comfortable. The decor was very cute and coastal. We pretty much stayed on the lower level most of the time. Loved watching the tides come in and out, the soft rumble of boat engines in the harbor, the sunsets, deer, birds and the fog! Thank you for allowing us to stay in this serene and peaceful home! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022