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Charming cottage with grill, private deck, and stunning ocean views

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free internet, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, books, stereo

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9268 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • 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.

Charming cottage with grill, private deck, and stunning ocean views

Mansett Overlook

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Perched on a former loster farm and surrounded by a huge deck, this charming cottage offers spectacular views of Southwest Harbor and the mountains of Acadia National Park. You will enjoy the open floor plan featuring picture windows and a massive hearth of local stone. The back deck provides serene views of the boats coming into the harbor and sometimes you can spot a bald eagle soar overhead.

What's nearby:
Visit spectacular Acadia National Park for hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, or boating in the lakes. The park programs offer ranger-led nature hikes and wildlife viewing, or you can relax at the beach. Just a short drive across the island is Bar Harbor with a variety of tourist activities to enjoy.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
This cottage can also be rented with Manset Grotto, the separate studio apartment

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maine

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling 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

General

  • Unit size: 2890 sq ft (268 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
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 and a first aid kit
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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming Cottage W/grill Private Deck Stunning Ocean Views!
20349

About the neighborhood

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 9 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 20 min drive
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 22 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 35 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage with grill, private deck, and stunning ocean views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage with grill, private deck, and stunning ocean views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage with grill, private deck, and stunning ocean views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage with grill, private deck, and stunning ocean views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Charming cottage with grill, private deck, and stunning ocean views Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 26 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Over advertised
Smoke coming up from the lower level, people smoking in the shop below. Thought this was a non smoking unit. Grounds outside are nothing to look at. Not enough furniture for night lounging.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sunita N.

Great location and space
We really enjoyed our visit to Mansett overlook. Southwest harbor is a great starting point to acces Acadia National park without the crowds of Bar Harbor more of real Maine experience. Don’t be fooled by the exterior—the interior is fully renovated and there is a nice view of the harbor from the wrap around deck.

10/10 Excellent

Nabil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good spot
House itself inside was nice and clean, pictures matched reality, property is pretty centrally located if you’re doing Acadia and Bar Harbor isn’t too far away. Manset is a cute town and quiet. We would gladly stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Karen J.

Quiet, Beautiful Views, Convenient Location
If you want to be out of the hustle and bustle but still be in a convenient location to Acadia with beautiful views of the water, this is a great place. It provided great space for our group of five adults. Would stay here again. The house was stuffy and did not have any A/C. This would have been fine but it was hard to get cross breezes going through the house due to the design and some windows not opening and the fans not being very high powered. Hope they upgrade those before we return. As others have mentioned, it's a tricky entrance to find. GPS wants you to turn before the actual narrow drive. Look for the two small wood posts marking the different house numbers on either side of the drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sunny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Great location but a little difficult to find
This is a nice and spacious house in a great location. There are a few restaurants nearby, including one that is two blocks away. It is about 30 minutes from Bar Harbor and some of the more popular Acadia attractions, like Cadillac Mountain. The views of the boats on the water from the wraparound deck were wonderful. It was a bit difficult to find though; Google Maps told us to turn into a driveway a couple houses before the actual location. Like other reviewers pointed out, there is no A/C. When we stayed the weather was not too hot and the sea breeze kept it comfortable. There are a few fans that also helped but one of the small fans did not work. Our biggest issue was regarding check-in and check-out. The check-in email from the host did not contain any instructions about how to access the key to the house. Fortunately, they were very quick to respond and very helpful when I texted asking for that information. Similarly, I had to text them to ask about what they wanted us to do for check-out (put bedding in the washer, etc.). It would have been nice to get this information in an email ahead of time especially since cell phone service is spotty around Acadia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

S S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite & Relaxing
Overall, it was a nice place to relax at, especially after being out all day. I enjoyed the views from the deck and also walking to the pier for a closer look of the boats and sunsets. Everyone was able to spread out and still have room. The table was large & great for gaming & eating. There are good places to eat nearby, especially the one about 2 houses down. Plenty of parking is provided. (Driveway is a little tricky to find at first) Photos accurately represent the listing. It is a good home base for driving to different attractions and I liked the quieter setting the place provided. Yes - I would stay here again. Pro: Very clean & mostly newly renovated Common area was very spacious & great for gathering Water & boat views from the deck (between some trees but clearly visible) Loved having coffee on the deck Large Table Quiet and semi-secluded The pier was walkable Kitchen was well stocked, as were the bathrooms Cons: Stairs - but the view/deck makes up for it Air flow was lacking down the hall & in the bedrooms Fans were provided, but were extremely dusty Some windows & blinds were hard to open & close, & need to be replaced Air-conditioning would greatly improve the comfort, especially in the bedrooms Note: The bedroom straight down the hallway leads to another bedroom. You have to go through that bedroom to access the last bedroom. Depending on your group could be good or bad. Was not an issue for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Edwin D.

Very nice space.
We loved the space . We loved the amount of space we had . Close to restaurants and shopping. We plan to come back.
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8/10 Good

Marjorie W.

Great location
Situated very near Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, ME, this property is perfect for a family or group of vacationers. There are six beds in four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen and comfy living room. Although the lodging sits above a former commercial building, the actual rental accommodation is quite nice. Also, be aware that there is no air conditioning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
This property was conveniently close to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, and other area attractions. It was perfect for the six of us with three bedrooms, six beds, two full bathrooms, and a nice kitchen and living area. There was also a deck with a grill. Really, the only downside was a lack of air conditioning, which we could have used during our August visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bohdan K.

Nice Location
This place was roomy and close to lot of Acadia attractions. It was also nice to sit outside and watch the boats in the evening.
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

Large Space perfect for groups
The view has a slice of the water so the pictures might be a bit outdated but the house is really large, updated appliances/ bathrooms etc. Walking distance to water and Peter Trouts which is such a fun local spot with great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Great views; great for families.
We were able to easily get to the harbor and watch July 4th fireworks. Plenty of parking; lots of equipment in the kitchen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicole W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Too hot with no fix
As excited as we were to get there, we got into the house and it was 90 degrees inside, we immediately opened the window a bit one room didn’t have windows and one room the windows wouldn’t open. I messaged the company that rents it and asked for more fans because it was hard to breathe inside. They said they don’t have anyone local and can’t bring any more fans. The fans were extremely dirty and small, they barely worked. Traveling with my little sister who has special needs and my parents that are seniors made it challenging, we had to leave after one night. We won’t be going back, we found another house close by that wasn’t on top of a garage and 90 degrees inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time in Maine, very pleased.
The front door was a little sticky, once inside we were very pleased with everything. The first bedroom lacked privacy (with a window into the living room) but this was not an issue for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Andrea L.

Beautiful renovation, but room for improvement
As other reviews noted, this house is above what looks like an abandoned garage/warehouse, which is a little strange. It's also fairly close to the neighbors. We did enjoy being in Southwest Harbor. The house is close to Bass Harbor Lighthouse, Ship Harbor, Wonderland, Thurston's, etc. Inside, it is just beautiful! It has been renovated in a modern and tasteful way. The kitchen is large and well-stocked. There are 3 bedrooms with plenty of beds. It was nice to have 2 full bathrooms. The huge porch has a beautiful view of the water. We happened to be there during a heat wave, and it was too bad that the house doesn't have A/C. We didn't feel comfortable leaving the windows open while we were out or at night while we slept, because someone on the porch could easily enter the house through an open window (the windows are only a few feet above the porch). It was cool at night, and the living room and kitchen cooled down nicely. But even though we opened the bedroom windows as soon as we got home and then closed them right before we went to sleep, the bedrooms never cooled down and were 82 degrees at night. I was also surprised to see some basic things not in functioning order, considering the price of the house. For example, the living room sliding door had a hole in the screen, 2 of the windows (1 in the kitchen and 1 in the bedroom) wouldn't close from the inside, so someone had to go out to the porch to push them closed, while the person on the inside locked them. The bedroom closest to the living room doesn't have a window to the outside. It has a window to the living room (no glass) and a skylight, but we found that a little strange. Also, while the house felt very new, the beds seemed older. While some of them were comfortable, some of them were extremely squeaky (like the double bed in the back bedroom). I would have expected new mattresses in a beautifully renovated rental. Overall, we had a good stay, but we wouldn't return to this house in the summer due to some of these issues.

6/10 Okay

John H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great location with some issues
Great view from the living room and the deck but multiple inconveniences. Expensive location. Need to keep this in mind when assessing the deficiencies we note. The house had a great view of the harbor from the deck and the living room but in our opinion it does not make up for the multiple inconveniences and poor maintenance. In addition to the unfriendly landlord, the house has many issues that made our stay inconvenient. In order to get to the small bedroom with two single beds, you have to walk through another bedroom and disturb its occupants. The squeaky bedroom door makes it even worse. Additionally the small bedroom did not have any blinds on one window so the light wakes up those of us who try to sleep a bit in the morning. When I called and asked for a blind, they promised to put it up the next day, but only did it two days later without even letting us know that they were coming. The other window in the same small bedroom is at an angle, like in an attic, so that the blind there was hanging vertically with the light shining directly into the face of the two people in two beds. All three single beds are too short for an adult or a teenager who is 5’9” or taller, unless one liked to sleep with his feet hanging off the bed. The “master” bedroom is inside the building and does not have any real windows other than an opening into the living room, making it dark, stuffy and loud in case somebody is watching TV at night. Minor point: the very old washer and drier are located in a bedroom, and the washer only has one warm/cold cycle, so if you, like myself, prefer to wash most of your clothes in a cold cycle, you are out of luck. Additionally, the house had almost no toilet paper left, including in all the closets, so we had to go look for it, and no laundry detergent at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Terri S.

First Negative Review
Although the amenities state thermostat under heating/cooling there is NO AC. The first few nights were stuffy but tolerable. After a night and couple of days of intolerable heat we had to pack up and leave a day early. I reached out to Vacasa and was told local management would be reaching out to me but never heard from anyone. Home is clean except for pink mold on shower curtains but the lawn area is very unkept with miscellaneous junk around. Views would be incredible if trees were trimmed. All in all just disappointing.
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8/10 Good

Ronald G.

Quiet SW Harbor retreat
Clean, modern flat built over a rustic garage with view of SW Harbor. Nice for family or group that needs 4 bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
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8/10 Good

Irena B.

Great place, with a couple of things to improve on
The location and the space is great! Management of the booking, cleanliness, ease of check-in & check-out was excellent. I took off 1 star for the following 2 things: 1. The apartment is on top of a barn-like building. There is one huge opening that gives a vibe of an abandoned building (which obviously it is not). This gave us an uneasy feeling and took away from the first impression. Suggestion for owners - put a barn door to close up that opening. Also, shutters on the lower building windows would help with making a much better impression. 2. Beds gave off some musty old smell. I assume they are old (or/and the furniture behind it is old). Definitely change the beds. The smell takes away from the impression of the apartment that has been renovated to look clean and new. They should be changed. Beautiful view, close to Acadia, fully stocked kitchen and bathrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dottie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the area and the property! Very clean and roomy!
Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marja G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Quiet
We absolutely loved our stay at this property! It was clean, modern, spacious and provided all the amenities we needed. The location was perfect in the quiet Southwest Harbor with a short drive to ANP and Bar Harbor. The view from the large deck, and inside the living room and dining room, was spectacular. I truly couldn’t recommend this more and hope to be able to return soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Marja G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
This home was perfect for my family (including kids) and parents. The home is spacious with private and comfortable bedrooms, modern kitchen and bathrooms, a beautiful deck and the most amazing views. For us, being in Southwest Harbor was a nice reprieve from the crowds in Bar Harbor and ANP. There is a rocky beach access at the end of the driveway that we walked to every morning and evening, some great restaurants (Peter Trout's Tavern and The Upper Deck), and an easy drive to Seawall, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, Wonderwall and other attractions. We absolutely loved our stay and will be back again!

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Rogersville, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room with a view
This property was perfect for us and quite a bit larger than we expected. It was very clean and you could tell recently remodeled. The setting is a little peculiar but don’t let that stop you. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location & view!
Short drive to everything. Nice, recently updated living. Very private. Excellent experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019