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Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

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Books, video library
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

IF THIS YURT IS FULLY BOOKED FOR YOUR DESIRED DATES, PLEASE TRY OUR OTHER YURT LISTINGS (or Tiny House) ALL LOCATED ON THE SAME PROPERTY:

VRBO Listing #663097 (Cadillac Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671843 (Flying Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671844 (Sargent Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671845 (Champlain Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #790508 (Beech Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971564 (Norumbega Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971565 (Beehive Tiny House)
VRBO Listing #1616882 (Precipice Tiny House)

Acadia Yurts offers visitors the most unique way to stay on Mount Desert Island. Seven fun, eco-friendly Yurts and two Tiny Houses will bring you as close to nature as camping, with all the amenities of home. Located on 5 acres of lovely wooded land, surrounded by Acadia National Park property, Acadia Yurts offer a peaceful retreat for your group (up to 4 guests per 24' Yurt, 6 guests for the 30' Yurt or 2 guests per Tiny House). Acadia Yurts is also ideal for large groups traveling with accommodations for up to 34 people on 1 site.

In addition to yurt or tiny house living, the Wellness Center at Acadia Yurts offers on-site yoga, an infrared sauna and a flotation tank, all available for extra charge. Prices available upon request.

A yurt is a tent-like circular fabric structure with a wood lattice frame that originated among the nomadic tribes in Asia. These permanent, colorful structures have thick canvas exterior walls that include reflective insulation and a high efficiency heat pump/AC unit so you can be comfortable during any season. Yurts are quickly becoming a new vacation experience that vacationers are enjoying throughout the US from cliff side views in California to ski lodges in Colorado. This is a memorable place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Acadia!

Property manager

Karen Roper

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: For health & wellness this property is non-smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Basketball 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: 452 sq ft (42 sq m)

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Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Note from host: Pets allowed in Flying & Sargent Yurts

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Families 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: Within Reason
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

Glamping at Acadia Yurts!
Glamping on the Quiet side of Acadia National Park!
Bringing Acadia Visitors Comfortably Close To Nature
Social Distance in Style! Yurt Glamping Near Acadia Cottage

About the neighborhood

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 6 min drive
  • Echo Lake Beach - 7 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 20 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! located?

Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 111 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just book it already!
10/10 would recommend any day, any time. What a gem of a place to stay. Clean, comfortable, well equipped, great quiet location... the list goes on. Fantastic 'base camp' from which to partake in all that MDI has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Family Vaca!
Acadia Yurts is just what we needed to reset and relax before the business of the school year begins! This simple way of living in the most quaint town in Maine with water and mountains 5 minutes away had everything we needed. Karen and Aaron have quite the operation going and have inspired us to downsize in our own home and enjoy the little things more! The yurt was larger than expected and had all the amenities we could ask for, even beach towels! I cannot say enough amazing things about this magical spot in the woods. We will be back and am already recommending to friends! Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Staying at Acadia Yurts is a wonderful experience! You feel submerged in nature but are conveniently located to explore all of MDI. The hosts were wonderful to work with. We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

mathew d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice experience.
Excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy glamping
We enjoyed the yurt and its location a great deal. Karen greeted us in person, and Aaron and Karen take good care of the properties and guests. The yurt has all the necessities and the decor is simple and elegant; everything was comfortable and convenient. Being in the woods in a cabin-like yurt fit right into the spirit of our hiking vacation. The location was perfect for us. We liked staying in Southwest Harbor with its small downtown. It had a handful of wonderful local restaurants and shops, away from the heavily commercialized Bar Harbor area. Conveniently, there was a grocery store just over 5 min away, and several feet outside of the yurts, you step onto roads going through the woods of Acadia Park. I enjoyed going on morning runs there a few times. Some of the hikes we went on were only a few minutes’ drive from the yurts. We would go back in a heartbeat to the area and to Acadia Yurts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes for Yurt
We were pleasantly surprised at how wonderful out yurt and the property were. Anything we needed was there. Comfortable beds and bedding, hot water and good water pressure, a community fire pit, chairs and picnic tables for morning coffee, games and cards- it was a perfect way to be comfortable in nature. We will stay again the next time we visit Maine!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home base
We loved our stay at Acadia Yurts! It was the most ideal spot for all the places we wanted to visit. A easy drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor and also very close to the quieter side of Acadia. The other reviews are true- the shower is amazing after a long day out hiking! We are already trying to get family to go and stay. Highly recommend just booking it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Oasis in Southwest Harbor
We absolutely loved our time in the Dorr Mountain yurt. Incredibly spacious, stocked with all cooking needs, and thoughtful touches making the space super cozy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical home base for Acadia
We had the loveliest time staying in our yurt. The kids said it was the coolest place they have ever stayed. Such a magical vibe. So peaceful. Incredible sky views. It was a perfect home base for exploring Acadia and bar harbor!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation
Central to so many things! Clean and comfortable! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mei C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dorr Mountain Yurt
Very nice, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sasha K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great way to explore Acadia!
Overall amazing experience. Only way to make it better would be to have a lobster pot in each yurt
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway spot in close proximity to Acadia NP!
The Dorr Mountain yurt was the perfect getaway spot that was close to Acadia National Park. The yurt was well stocked with easy access to additional items such as onsite laundry. The yurt was clean and comfortable for our family of four. Communication from the owner was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Must stay
A yurt vacation is a bucket list item and if you’re going to do it, this is the place. Our hosts were the best and literally were available for anything we needed, even when we requested last minute flashlights so we could hike Cadillac Mountain in the dark to arrive a sunrise (another bucket list item and must do). The location was ideal for both enjoying Acadia and all it has to offer as well as proximity to all 3 harbors. Every recommendation they had for food and activities was spot on. Oh…and eat at Beal’s…best seafood on MDI. Thanks for a vacation to remember and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed & more!
Aaron & Karen are awesome and know how to ensure guests are relaxed, comfortable, and taken care of! The yurt was a fantastic way to be "comfortably" close to nature, easy access to EVERYTHING Acadia offers, and all the little considerations were evident. The property is wonderful, the water pressure from every faucet/shower was AMAZING, and even the sound machine to ensure the birds didn't wake us too early was a lovely and useful surprise! HIGHLY RECOMMEND to any family traveling to the area that wants to "camp" without camping!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

duc n.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Very Special Place
What a GEM! This was one of the greatest highlights of our visit to Acadia. We were pleasantly shocked at how spacious the Yurt was. Everything was so comfy and cozy but we never got in each another's way...there were 4 of us. The water pressure was remarkable, makes showering after a long day of trekking a joy. We enjoyed coffee outside our yurt every morning and tea in the evening. The kids had a blast. Our hosts were great, Aaron greeted us our first day in the rain and guided us to our unit. We'll be back with friends and family next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The yurt was perfect!
We had such a comfortable stay at Acadia Yurts! It had everything we needed and had great decorative touches. This experience of Acadia and staying in a yurt was new to us, and it couldn’t have gone better!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia Yurts
We had a great stay at the Acadia Yurts. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

catherine c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This is the way to stay near Acadia. Cozy with everything you need close by. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay - highly recommend!
This was a perfect landing spot for our family’s first vacation with our 7-week-old. We were able to easily access Acadia National Park and the nearby downtown of Southwest Harbor was adorable. The yurt was clean, comfortable, and had everything you could dream of needing for a vacation stay. We even utilized the lobster pot one evening to steam our own fresh lobster thanks to great recommendation from the owners Aaron and Karen. A perfect stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
A must stay for a visit to Acadia
Staying at the Acadia Yurts was one of the highlights of our trip to Acadia. The Yurts are spacious, clean, well designed, and came with literally everything we needed for our visit. The bed and couches were extremely comfortable. The yurts sit on a beautiful piece of forested property and made us feel very close to nature throughout our stay. We were even able to charge our EV overnight at an outdoor outlet on site. Karen and Aaron were extremely responsive to our questions before and during our stay and went above and beyond to make our trip perfect. During the first night of our stay, a major storm knocked out power to most of the greater Acadia / Mount Desert Island region and by 7 am they already had emergency breakfast/coffee, and a generator running in their wellness center, allowing their guests to start their day without a hitch. These Yurts are a no brainier if you are planning a trip to Acadia with a car. If you opportunity to book a Yurt here, consider yourself lucky!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a wonderful vacation
We absolutely loved our yurt from Acadia Yurts. Karen and Aaron have created a wonderful community here and we easily LIVED for our week here. Thoughtful furnishings plus extras available to borrow made us very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much more than we expected!
It was sort of a bucket list item to stay in a yurt so when we discovered these we took the plunge. We had no idea what to expect and we ended up just loving it! All along the way Karen was so great with answering all my many many questions. Check in was so easy, the grounds were so peaceful, the yurt was just amazing with everything we needed and set up so well, the bed so comfortable, etc. It was an easy drive to downtown and not far to get to so many places in the park. After spending the whole week there we still weren't ready to leave!! They also have a wellness center that wed didn't take advantage of but would have been wonderful and is such a great bonus. We would definitely love to return someday and will be talking about that stay for years to come for sure! Such a friendly, peaceful, cute place!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

sue h.

Liked: Cleanliness
good times
Great place to relax and enjoy MDI.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Slogan Says it All
When you see the sign that says “Comfortably Close to Nature” they hit the nail on the head. Acadia Yurts give a perfect mix of nature and comfort. We stayed in Dorr Yurt for 7 days with 3 adults and 1 teenager. There was more than enough room for moving around and sleeping. We were only 5-10 minutes to everything we wanted to do on the quiet side, but also close enough to Bar Harbor to drive back and forth daily. The kitchen had every thing we needed, and for anything extra, the laundry shed had it all. We even made a full 3 course fish/lobster feast for 4 people with ease! (Courtesy of the lobster pot in the laundry shed). The owners were both extremely responsive and courteous. We really felt that we were “home” for the week. We will definitely be returning!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022