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Charming, 2BR Oceanfront cottage with stunning views.

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Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • 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, 2BR Oceanfront cottage with stunning views.

If peace and quiet in your own home are what you desire, Apple Cottage is the perfect retreat to bring the family and escape it all. Nestled on the shore of Western Way, the house offers the visitor plenty of privacy and access to the ocean's edge, surrounded by spectacular scenery. There is easy access to every activity Acadia has to offer, even free public transportation, in season, right from the end of the driveway. Easy convenience to the park, shopping, free public transportation in season, and all the other activities here on Mt Desert Island. About two hundred yards from the coastline. Delightful character with a large yard and gardens surrounding. Wander down to the water's edge, or enjoy nature from the deck, listening to the endless chatter among the birds and the sounds of the nearby ocean. A great place for kids and adults to explore all that Mount Desert and Acadia National Park have to offer.

Sit on the deck and enjoy fresh lobster while viewing sailboat races and passing boats. The house is a short distance from the favorite Acadia National Park hiking trails, Wonderland and Ships Harbor and just a five minute drive from the delightful village of Southwest Harbor. Within a short distance there are the many recreational opportunities of Acadia National Park with its extensive network of hiking trails and carriage roads. There are many opportunities to hike, bike, kayak, sail and to explore the many delights of Mt. Desert Island.

Streaming TV, WiFi, gas grill on new deck and much more.

Layout: Large, attractive living room with ocean views and wide sliding door access to deck. Separate kitchen. Dining table accommodates 6. The primary bedroom has a queen size bed. The second bedroom has a set bunk beds for two adults (or two children). The oversize bath includes a walk in shower. Washer and dryer, TV, central heat. Kitchen has dishwasher, stove and refrigerator and microwave.
The deck has reading area and chairs, gas grill and dining table with sun umbrella and chairs,
Amenities: The Island Explorer, a free island-wide bus system, stops within a short walk from the house and it can accommodate bikes. The house is located near renowned Acadia National Park, close to Southwest Harbor village center with shopping, restaurants and lobster pound. Sailboat, motor boat, bike and kayak rentals available locally. Half hour from Bar Harbor and Northeast Harbor.


Keywords: Oceanfront. Beach access. Great views. Acadia National Park. Good Value.

Property manager

Anne Hopkins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 2BR Oceanfront Cottage Stunning Views. Newly Furnished
Charming 2BR Oceanfront Cottage Stunning Views. Newly Furnished

About the neighborhood

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 24 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Jordan Pond - 36 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 37 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, 2BR Oceanfront cottage with stunning views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, 2BR Oceanfront cottage with stunning views. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, 2BR Oceanfront cottage with stunning views. ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming, 2BR Oceanfront cottage with stunning views. located?

Located in Seawall, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wonderland Trail Trailhead, and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wendell Gilley Museum and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Charming, 2BR Oceanfront cottage with stunning views. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 46 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ginger B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
The location was central to everything! The house was simple and very clean! We had everything we needed. Anne got back to us right away and provided a great deal of information. We LOVED our time in Maine and Apple Cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd stay at Apple Cottage
This was our second stay here at the Apple Cottage. My husband and I returned this year with my mother. She was in awe of the view as much as we had been. We spent most of the time on the deck taking in the view and watching the deer if we weren’t out visiting the park. It was as lovely as the first time we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Apple Cottage
We had a lovely time at Apple Cottage. Very comfortable and in a great location. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay with nature
Had a wonderful week with great weather! Apple Cottage is perfect for us!! Enjoyed our visits with the deer! So graceful! Had a surprise visit by a gaggle of 14 turkeys! Great place to relax but close enough to visit the parks. So happy that Seawall was fixed!! Great place to picnic!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
We loved our stay with our two kids (5 and 7). The cottage was well maintained, a great location, and a tremendous view!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mai V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
We enjoyed our stay at the Apple cottage. The cottage was spacious for a family of four and very quiet. The location was superb, with beautiful coastal and natural surroundings. Watching from the porch the sunrise over the water was something. Would come back again if we have a chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alicia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Maine Vacation
Apple Cottage is a cozy, quiet, waterfront cottage that made a great home base for our visit to Acadia NP, Bar Harbor and other nearby sights. The kids enjoyed hunting for sand dollars and sea glass during low tide on the rocky shore in front of the cottage. Anne is a great hostess and provided detailed information on hikes, things to do and places to eat. She was very attentive to questions both before our trip and when I had quick questions while we were there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location Convenient to Acadia
Apple cottage was the perfect place to stay for our visit to Acadia. Close enough to all things Acadia but in a quiet location. Our kids really enjoyed the beach in the back yard! We had several deer visit each day. Bar Harbor was an easy 30 minute drive away. Anne provided a great list of places to eat and places to hike! She even describes the hikes and rates their difficulty for kids. We based most of our activities on her recommendations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Home was quiet & peaceful. Had 2 dears visit us each morning & evening
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Apple Cottage was beautiful. It is oceanside and set on a property that is secluded and peaceful. Deer visited us morning and evening, adding to the relaxed feeling. It was on the quiet side of Acadia but close enough to all of the Park to make hiking and other activities accessible. We plan to return in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Apple Cottage
This was the third time we have stayed at Apple Cottage and have enjoyed it each time. It's always our first pick of places to say while vacationing at Acadia National Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet little slice of heaven
My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary and making our first trip to Maine. This home was just what we were looking for, Close enough to various locations of Acadia National Park but tucked away from the crowds. The deck with the view of the water while observing the visiting deer was our favorite place to be after waking with our morning coffee or returning after hiking or visiting Bar Harbor. We enjoyed our time at Apple cottage and hope to return one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
Enjoy the location of the property it was right on the water. We watched it fishing boats come and go. Also, enjoy the ducks and sea fowl. Roaming deer feeding on apples daily in the yard.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Quiet Side MDI for family of 4
Our host was very informative not only in preparation of our stay but also with the binder provided with information on hikes and food. The cottage was a perfect size for the 4 (2 adults, 14 year old and 11 year old kids) of us. I enjoyed my sunrise coffee on the deck along with the local deer. We loved checking out the beach at low tide while hunting for sand dollars and seaglass. Very easy checkout as well. Great location, will recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia Visit
Loved the quiet location with a view of the water. Property was clean and had everything we needed. It was a great base for visiting Acadia NP and a cozy retreat for those inevitable foggy, rainy days; so much nicer than a hotel room. Host responded immediately when we our access code didn't work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plan to Return!
Location is great on the quiet side of the island and numerous eateries are location fairly close by. The deck is a fabulous location for enjoying your morning coffee while watching the boats go by. Access to the beach is excellent and there is beauty in the simplicity of the layout of the cottage itself. We plan to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Recent visit
This was our second visit to Seawall. Location is great for hiking in Acadia and we enjoyed fabulous weather. Kitchen is not equipped for elaborate cooking, but was fine for making simple meals which is all we felt like after hiking all day!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully relaxing
We had another wonderful 2 weeks at “Apple” cottage on the coast of Maine. This was our second stay at this property in Southwest Harbor. The views of the water and boat traffic were terrific. The cottage was very comfortable and we had daily visits from the island deer. We also saw a large flock of wild turkeys—twice! We love the “quiet side” of the island and the location and comfort of the cottage.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cottage with a porpoise
Nice cottage, perfect for our family of 4. Views were excellent from the deck. Porpoises, seals, lobster boats, sailboats, ferries, etc... We could sit there for hours. The shore was fun too. Very rocky, some tidepools. Scooped up a few sanddollars. Don't miss the tidepooling at Wonderland right down the road. Hosts shared great tips. A fun active week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quietude cottage
We really enjoyed our stay here. The cottage was the perfect size for our family and gave us easy access to all of Acadia NP. It's located on the quietsude if the island which we really appreciated at the end of full days of hiking around ANP.. My kids really enjoyed the easy access to the water to investigate all the tides pools at low tide as well. Would definitely stay here again if we had the chance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Donna E., Burlington, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Setting!
This cottage with water views was on the quiet side of Acadia, which we love! It is very conveniently located to some nice hikes, downtown Southwest Harbor and a small grocery store. The queen bed was comfortable and the unit has the basic necessities. Given that it has lovely water views the outside furniture and deck could use some updating and power washing. They were not comfortable to sit on for any length of time. We would recommend you bring your own chairs for more comfort and to be able to move down closer to the water. Overall, we were very happy with this place and would consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Laura H., Londonderry, NH USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice location
We got off to a little bit of a rough start but everything was quickly taken care of. The cottage was very nice with a wonderful water view. One note for the owner, the deck could use some cleaning/power washing. Overall this was a very nice week away and we would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage; responsive owner; lovely view.
The house was welcoming and uncluttered, with a pretty view of the ocean and surrounding islands. The bed in the master bedroom was comfortable, sheets very soft, bathroom spacious and kitchen nicely designed and useable. Anne, the owner, was responsive, pleasant and helpful when we had questions. As others have mentioned, the house is set behind and to the side of a larger rental house, so it has the feel of water view, with access, rather than waterfront. We wouldn't have felt comfortable hanging out on the grassy area above the cobbles, which was clearly someone else's yard. If it's important to you to experience the shoreline in that way, I would recommend the larger cottage, from the same owners. If you're happy with a good view of the water and the freedom to visit a rocky shore to take pictures, Apple Cottage is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia vacation
We had a wonderful stay at this property. Very comfortable with beautiful views of the water. Enjoyed being close to hiking. Cooked very simply as kitchen is not set up for elaborate meals, but we were too tired after hiking for that anyway! We hope to return next year
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and enjoyable
The cottage is very comfortable and has a very nice view of the water. We enjoyed many days sitting and watching the boat traffic--lobster boats, motor boats, and lots of beautiful sailboats. We would definitely come again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021