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Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens

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Terrace/patio
Marina
TV, fireplace, DVD player
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens

Our charming 2 bedroom cottage sits in Southwest Harbor on prestigious Clarke Point Road. It is across the street overlooking beautiful gardens with a view Of the harbor. It is situated halfway between the village and Beals Lobster Pound. Relax on the front deck for lunch or on the chaise lounge to read a book. Smell the salt air and enjoy peeks of lobster boats, sailboats, and the actions of a working harbor. The cottage is located right in town with sidewalks that meander down to the town dock, Two amazing lobster pounds with gorgeous views of the harbor, one of which is the famous Beals Lobster Pound. The historic Claremont Inn and gourmet restaurants are blocks away..No need for a car. You can walk to town and dine at gourmet restaurants, shop at upscale boutiques, specialty wine, cheese and historic Sawyers Market, a great library, and a playground for small children. You may also flag down the free Acadia Bus in front of the cottage for a ride to any part of the island: towns, hiking trails, movies. You can walk into town and rent a bike and load it up on the bus to be dropped off anywhere in route. The location allows for great independence for all, especially older children.

Acadia National Park mountain hikes: Flying Mountain, Perpendicular, Manset Mountain and others are a bike ride away or , a two mile walk or a 5 minute car ride away. Ocean swimming is a lovely 10 minute walk away. Great for adults and kids alike.
We have Kayaks you are welcome to use, but must have a vehicle to transport.

Property manager

Marilynn Wittenberg

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: There is a $150 fee no pet hairs are to be left

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great Location for small children

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
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

Charming Overlooking Harbor G

About the neighborhood

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 19 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens located?

Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quaint quiet cottage

loved being in walkable neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Place

Cute place and convenient in SW Harbor.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

The property was exactly as described in the listing. Great location in a quiet area. Great neighborhood to walk our dog. Marilynn and Gary were amazing hosts and very responsive. I will stay here again next time I return to Maine.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet street location; easy to walk to both dining and shopping. Also easy to drive to other areas of interest. Hosts had lots of books and other literature about the area available to read; they were very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Nice to be on quiet side of Acadia. Location great. Could walk to a free EV charger. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrea w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini vacation

The property was perfect for our stay. Marilynn was wonderful and even helped with our dogs when we were out! The only negative is our stay wasn’t long enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lai Shun M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy place near Acadia and Bar Harbor

Very welcoming, just enough room for a family and they even left us so local fruit jam on the table.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wondèrful

This cozy little cottage had the perfect location with a gorgeous view of my favorite garden in SWH and the harbor beyond. It is a very short walk to restaurants and shops. We loved having fires in the woodstove. The kitchen was well appointed and the bed was comfortable. We definitely want to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last minute get away

We enjoyed our time in southwest harbor. Beautiful area! Nice to be away from all the hustle and bustle of the park. Would recommend the cottage for friends and family when they plan to come this way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Acadia/Bar Harbor/Dessert Island Stay

The location was very convenient for exploring Bar Harbor and the National Park - Acadia. Checking in and out was very efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and proximity to Acadia

This cottage was perfect for our family of 4. Wonderful location, within walking distance to the marina and many restaurants. Clean and safe area with so much to do near by. We enjoyed staying in southwest harbor which is very close to the park, butich less busy then Bar Harbor. The hosts are helpful and have everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The BEST

We loved being in SW Harbor in this location...walkable to everything we wanted...Birds everywhere. Great recommendations from owner (who lives next door) on things to do and places to eat. This town is great because you are close to Acadia and Bar Harbor but it's way quieter and more peaceful for that Maine getaway. LOVED it and will stay here again on another visit!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful location walking distance to shops and restaurants, lobster and the water. Cute little town with friendly folks and great access to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The host/owners were very helpful and gave us some tips on where to go and what to do. The cottage is perfect for up to 4 people who can share 1 bath. Well appointed with everything we needed and the Washer dryer were an added bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Carola M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

celebrating end of Summer

My adult son and I spent a week at this location. We enjoyed the close proximity to the town and the ability to walk in town for coffee or dinner. The home itself was very clean and the bedrooms were very comfortable. We wished the living room furniture was more comfortable. Hosts were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in convenient, quiet location

Tidy, clean, very convenient to Southwest Harbor without being in the thick of it. We were in Acadia in the heart of tourist season and yet we didn't feel the brunt of it in this cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

We so enjoyed our three night stay. The charming and clean cottage was perfect for exploring Acadia and only a short walk to the beautiful town of Southwest Harbor. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Muffie A., just outside of Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cozy cottage

My two teenage daughters and I had a wonderful stay in this cottage in Southwest Harbor. Both the owners and the accommodations were absolutely lovely! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Cottage in Great Location

My family throughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. There were no issues with the checkin/checkout process, and the description and pictures of the cottage were accurate. The cottage is within walking distance to downtown Southwest Harbor, and less than a half hour to the loop and Bar Harbor. The cottage was the perfect size for our family of four, and the owners did a nice job highlighting some places to eat/visit in the welcome book. I would not hesitate to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Village life

Quiet well located Maine sea coast cottage. Dog friendly and walking distance to restaurants, bars and restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feeling at home in Southwest Harbor

Our family enjoyed our week at the cottage. Marilynn is a perfect hostess and her cottage fit all our needs. Southwest Harbor is a perfect getaway. Great restaurants and the location is ideal. Would recommend to any small family looking to escape for awhile.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Debbora A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Acadia week-end

This was a convenient location and a good value. We used the home as "base camp" and explored all day long.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simple, but functional house. Great area

The cottage was as advertised. Clean, functional, and well-stocked. Southwest Harbor is quiet, but very cute and walkable. Only 20-25 minutes to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Owners were very responsive to questions. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cottage on the quiet west side

Very pleasant - washer/dryer a big plus! Enjoyed hiking around the "Quiet" side of Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience

Marylin and Gary were wonderful hosts and very helpful in telling us about local places to go, especially an off-leash dog walking area. The place was immaculate and conveniently located.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Southwest Harbor Cottage!

Perfect little cottage in Southwest Harbor, had everything we needed. Wonderful location, a short walk to several good restaurants and two great lobster pounds. Marilynn is a gracious host who offered lots of helpful tips and suggestions. Would definitely stay here again on our next trip to Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021