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Beach
Outdoor spa tub
Beach
View from property
TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms97 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub!

As you walk into 'Port's' main level, you are consumed by panoramic views of the harbor. Step out onto the deck and you can smell the ocean air and feel as though you can reach out and touch the boats in the harbor.

The open floor plan allows you to soak in the views whether you're cooking in the kitchen, relaxing in the sitting area or dining at the table with family and friends. The galley-style kitchen has lots of prep and cupboard space and stainless steel appliances. Reminiscent of a yacht, 'Port' has crisp white walls and natural wood accents, including exposed beams and natural wood ceiling, To top it off, this area is tastefully furnished with comfy couches and leather accents. The upper level offers an open loft bedroom with double bed and overstuffed chair. And in the lower level you'll find the master bedroom with hot tub on private patio overlooking the harbor, a full bath with granite sink, laundry and a second bedroom with twin bed plus a twin trundle.

Come to the 'Quiet Side': 'Port' is situated on the shore in the quaint village of Southwest Harbor. From 'Port' you can take a stroll into town and explore unique shops, fabulous restaurants, museums, antique shops, an oceanarium, and much more.. Rent a boat locally or take the water taxi to explore the waters and islands surrounding Mount Desert Island. The condo is also located just minutes from world-famous Acadia National Park, which offers crystal-clear lakes, sandy and rocky beaches, rocky shorelines, beautifully maintained hiking and biking carriage trails, mountains to hike or drive, and so much more. Opportunities for whale watching, boat rentals and charters, fishing, swimming, golf, tennis, shopping, kayaking, hiking, and many more are within minutes.

Away from the Crowds, Close to Everything!: Situated on the 'quiet side' of Mount Desert Island, you can enjoy the real Downeast Maine away from the crowds, but still be within minutes of world-famous Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. You can explore all that the park has to offer by yourself, take a guided tour or take Mount Desert Island's bus, the 'Island Explorer', available to the public free of charge! Destinations include just about anywhere you want to go on the island. There are a number of outfitters located on Mount Desert Island that rent bicycles and kayaks as well. Just fifteen miles to Bar Harbor and you can enjoy a wide variety of activities from the most relaxed to the most rigorous, dining for all tastes and budgets, and shopping in many unique shops and galleries. Regardless of your interests, 'Port' and the surrounding attractions are sure to make for a fulfilling vacation!

Come in the Fall-Beautiful Foliage, lower rates! : The months of September and October are a fabulous time to come to 'Port'. The rates are lower, the crowds have left, the weather is comfortable and the foliage is spectacular!!! Acadia National Park is rated among the best places in the United States to view fall foliage!

Have school-age kids but still want to avoid the crowds? Why not come to 'Port' in June!
Enjoy a picnic on Windward Shore's Private Dock. Watch the activity in the harbor as working lobster and fishing boats mingle with exquisite yachts. When the sun sets behind you, experience a sight unparalleled as the boats in the harbor are illuminated...gorgeous!

Property manager

Amanda Dysart

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking 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

  • Unit size: 1048 sq ft (97 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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: Family gatherings, wedding parties are accepted.
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

Hot Tub! Gorgeous Waterfront on Harbor With Private Dock Condo

About the neighborhood

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 7 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 20 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub! located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor condo building is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K, Joliet

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo with beautiful view of harbor
Great location in Southwest Harbor. Two bedrooms plus a loft for sleeping at condo. Excellent view of the harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Nalayini F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient
It was good
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great View
This place was clean and had a great view. Southwest Harbor is nice an quite place. Very convenient to all that Acadia has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful despite the fog
We loved the location of the VRBO home. It was in a sleepy Maine area close enough to walk to restaurants and shops. The view was beautiful. Soaking in the hot tub after long hikes was dreamy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

katie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
Beautiful view, clean and quiet space, very comfortable and nice location. We never once heard the traffic or neighbors. Great spot to enjoy the best of Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great setting in Southwest Harbor
Our family really enjoyed our stay in Southwest Harbor. Watching the boats coming in and out of the harbor was awesome. We hiked and biked throughout Acadia and it was great to return at the end of the day to this peaceful, well maintained, and beautiful home. Thank you for a fantastic vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

What a view!
We enjoyed our stay. Awesome view! Nice hot tub. Great host in Jane!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alexis N.

Clean, cozy and beautiful view!
Our family of three had a wonderful week at Port! Great, private location with easy walk to town and all the amenities. We had fun exploring the island overall and enjoyed the hot tub and private dock. We look forward to returning to Port the next time we're in Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Yvette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place
This was my first time trying a VRBO stay. This property was exactly as pictured, clean and had organized and well though out check in and check out process. It is in a great location for visiting Bar Harbor and the Acaida National Park. It is a place I hope to stay at again. Thank you for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Matt H.

Great Location and View
Great location. Easy walk to shops and restaurants in Southwest Harbor. Beautiful view overlooking the harbor. Fun space with a loft bed, and nice amenities with the hot tub, dock, and deck. Some furnishings and finishes were starting to look a little worn, but all in all a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer get away
Had a great time. Weather was very warm. The area and park was fantastic. A few things we saw that we think could help. Sun blocking curtains in upstairs. Need new can opener. Overall except for the heat we had a great time. Would truly come back and stay again. Oh hot tub was a favorite too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Great location.
We really enjoyed our stay in this home and location. We had everything we needed in the condo. We did not hear our neighbors at all. The loft stairs are a little tricky but we had adult children manuvering the stairs so it worked out. There is a BR in the downstairs next to the main BR if you have youngsters. The views are outstanding. Don't miss a sunset. Some mornings there is fog so when it's clear you won't want to miss it. Beautiful. We would stay again and definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nelly L., Reston

Fabulous hideaway!
Our stay at "Port" was amazing. From the minute we entered and saw the spectacular view of the harbor, to enjoying the comfortable amenities of the property and SWH , the daily adventures of driving around the island, hiking, dining, shopping AND lots and lots and lots of delicious lobster and mussels...one of the best vacations ever. Having the hot tub was an added bonus , again with that spectacular view. The property is well maintained, offers comfort and felt like a home away from home. The owners/management are highly responsive to your needs. We made a great choice coming here! Couple from Reston, VA
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Million dollar views and great location
To us, the location a short drive south of Bar Harbor was key. We didn’t want to be in the middle of the tourist bustle that is Bar Harbor, but also didn’t want to be so “off grid” that we’d feel too isolated. Southwest Harbor checked all those boxes. Just enough locally without compromising tranquility. The place was great. Amazing view. Good kitchen and bath arrangements. Gas BBQ on the deck that we used one night to grill some steaks to go with the lobsters we got to go from Beales a 4 minute drive from the unit. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G., Charlottesville, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view makes it!
Portside was the perfect location for our exploration of Mount Desert Island and Acadia. Two adult couples shared the home. Very comfortable living space, kitchen well stocked, deck overlooking harbor was ideal! Had a few meals on the deck, cooked on the gas grill, relaxed in the hot tub. We did not read closely enough the description that the A/C was in the lowest level Master only. It was quite warm in the loft bedroom on some of the nights, however, there was a fan and we could open the windows. Younger somethings might not mind, but when you're used to dry and cool, well, just thought others should be aware! Otherwise, it was a terrific place, and you can wake up to the gorgeous sunrise across the harbor!! Communication with the owner was excellent. We would definitely stay there again! Don't miss Beal's and Thurston's Lobster, both close by for the freshest lobster on the island! We miss it already.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Truly Gorgeous View in a Convenient Location
Our family of 5 with children ages 5, 7 and 9 had a wonderful week at Port. The best part was the view. We all enjoyed watching the activity on the harbor and seeing which vessel would be parked at which slip throughout the week. Even better was the view of amazing sunrises, which were worth waking up for. We enjoyed being able to take the short walk into SWH or the 25-30 min drive to Bar Harbor. The kids really enjoyed our time in Bar Harbor (the shops, MDI Ice Cream, and especially Diver Ed's boat trip) and the parents were grateful to have a very quiet respite away from the hubbub of the bigger town. We had fun adventures to Bass Harbor light (go at sunset!) plus hikes at nearby Flying Mountain (without the kids) and Ship Harbor (with them). Other highlights were Pirate's Cove mini golf and kayaking on Long Pond. Milagro and Sips are nice options for coffee. The service and food at nearby Upper Deck and Grumpy's (breakfast) left a bit to be desired but it's nice to be able to grab a meal super close by. We had a couple of small issues (oven door not closing properly and hot tub having too many chemicals) and Jane was quick to respond. The condo is well equipped and we were very comfortable. We would love to go back and stay at Port someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

8/10 Good

Marisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Huguette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
To us, heaven on earth
We are retired and getting a bit to old to navigate a sail boat. We loved the view looking at all the boats coming and going. We visited Bar Harbor, Acadia Park, We ate the best food from Little Notch Bakery. Try the blueberry pie. Its to die for. Thank you for your rental it had all we needed to feel at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Spencer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Spot
The view is truly priceless! We also enjoyed the hot tub after hiking the nearby trails each day. Quiet location and never heard the neighbor next door. We have stayed at many VRBO properties and this was the first time we have been asked to sweep and the vacuum the floors on departure!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet gem on the quiet side with AMAZING view
Very well kept and clean. Far enough off of the Main Street with great parking. No need for a sunrise pass to Cadillac! We enjoyed it right from our living room couch. Would definitely rent again! Reached out to owner about one small thing and responded right away.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome as always!
We just completed our 8th year staying here and it never disappoints. You can’t beat the views from the deck or the proximity to restaurants and local attractions. Every year we say how thankful we found this spot on the “quiet side”!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

steve h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Marvelous Maine
South Harbor is about half an hour from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor and the main portion of Acadia national Park. We enjoyed being able to escape to our quiet little house located right on South Harbor while staying close enough to Acadia to do all the hiking and eat all the lobster that we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most amazing view in the world!
The view of the harbor was nothing short of stunning. Watching lobster and sailboats coming and going all day was mesmerizing. And the view was from the loft, the deck and the patio and hot tub. We took advantage of it for breakfast lunch and dinner because we could not beat it at a restaurant. Rooms were very clean if a little small. Kitchen was well appointed. Stairs were a little steep. Location in Southwest Harbor is wonderful much more quaint and quiet than Bar Harbor. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. The view is probably the best I’ve ever seen in places. I’ve stayed all over the world. And the owner was very sweet to give us a heads up on sidewalk construction and offer a refund, but it really was not an issue.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fall trip
We had a very pleasant trip. It was quiet, had a great view, and everything was as the listing indicated. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October in Acadia
Excellent experience at The Port! The condo was clean and well equipped with everything you could need. Check in was simple and everything was as described. Far enough from Bar Harbor to escape the tourist activity, but close enough for dinner in town. The hot tub was perfect after a long day or hiking or bike riding. Sunrise from the downstairs bedroom is not to be missed! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022