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Poet's Cabin - Year-round Acadia A-Frame Getaway
If you're looking for a beautiful cabin in the woods on the Quietside of Mount Desert Island, you've found it! A perfect spot for couple's getaways, solo travelers, families of 3 & friends. Cute, cozy & charming, Poet's Cabin is newly renovated w/ Brentwood queen bed, sleep sofa, stainless oven, dishwasher & microwave. Serene porch to relax on. Private yet convenient setting - close to ocean, hikes, downtown Southwest Harbor, 5min from Acadia's Seawall, Bass Harbor Light, Echo Lake Beach & more.

Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot — Panoramic Luxury!
Escape to your private sanctuary where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage home is perched on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the rising tide. Enjoy the pristine interior bathed in natural light, cherry floors, and gourmet kitchen. Wake to panoramic views of the Penobscot River from the owner's suite. Conveniently located 12 minutes to downtown Bangor, our retreat offers easy access to urban amenities, an international airport, and Acadia! IG @cozycottageinmaine.

Old Acadia Ranger Yurt at Long Pond
Newly Constructed. Old Acadia Ranger Yurt, a 25 ft. Yurt nestled in the pine and maple forest 1/4 mile from Long Pond and Acadia National Park hiking trails. New construction includes a full bath with a large walk-in shower, kitchen with gas stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, dinette table w/ seating. Bedding includes, 1 Queen sized bed, 1-fold down double couch, Queen bed in loft, and 1 rollaway cot. Towels and bedding provided. Four (4) guests only (no exceptions). Pets are not permitted.

Southwest Harbor Cottage
Enjoy unparalleled views of bustling Southwest Harbor and the beauty of Acadia National Park from the comfort of Eagle's Nest. Perched on a granite cliff, this thoughtfully designed little home provides for your every need. For anything else, take the ten minute stroll into the village, where you'll find plenty of local shops and restaurants. You can access the water via a set of stairs leading from the property to the shoreline. End your days on the deck and keep your eyes peeled for seals!

Evergreen Hill in Acadia National Park
Evergreen Hill is a cheery cedar cape set up on a private half acre of fir and native blueberry. Just a mile from Acadia trails and beaches, this humble cottage has a peaceful island vibe, relaxing family spaces, a fenced yard, and great front porch, with no dog or cleaning fee. Eat lobster year round, visit Bar Harbor, take the family on a boat ride to see Mount Desert Island's 26 peaks from the water. Come in winter to work and play, hike the snow covered mountains, ice skate and XC ski.

The Seamist Cottage - Converted Historic Barn
Cozy, fully converted historic barn within easy walking distance to the rocky shore of Bass Harbor, a busy lobstering port. An ideal, pet friendly, home base while exploring Acadia National Park. The Seamist is located on "the quietside" of the island. Six minutes from Southwest Harbor and thirty minutes to Bar Harbor, the Seamist also offers guests private hot tub access! Two guests maximum, not a suitable space for children. Please keep allergies in mind when booking. No smoking.

Seaside Cottage, Southwest Harbor & Acadia
Our cozy family cottage on the "Quiet Side" of Mount Desert Island has panoramic views of Southwest Harbor and the Cranberry Islands. Watch the tide and boats come and go from your bed! High tide splashes below the cantilevered deck. Quaint downtown shopping & dining is just 3/10 mile along a sidewalk. Several access points to Acadia National Park less than 5 miles away; downtown Bar Harbor is a 25 minute drive. The cottage is ideal for couples or families with supervised children.

Seawall Cabin - Peaceful woods retreat in Acadia
Enjoy the peace, tranquility, and solitude of your private and secluded luxury cabin tucked into the woods and just minutes away from the ocean and some of Acadia's best oceanside views and hikes. A true nature retreat. Listen to the ocean waves and the clang of buoy bells around the fire pit at night. The charming town of Southwest Harbor is 7 minutes away. Walk to the legendary Charlotte's Lobster Pound at the end of the road. Easy and beautiful 25 minute drive to Bar Harbor.

Otter Creek Retreat hosted by Elaine & Richard
Between Bar Harbor and Seal Harbor, 10 minutes by car to both and just 5 minutes by car to the Otter Cliff entrance to Acadia Park Loop Road. Walk to the Causeway via the Grover Path in 15 minutes. 5-minute walk to the Cadillac South Ridge Trail. Large high-ceiling studio with private parking and entrance with beautiful sheltered second-story deck. We are on the Blackwoods/Bar Harbor bus route so you can catch the free Island Explorer LL Bean buses to Bar Harbor and back.

Duck Cove Apartment
Enjoy salty sea air when you stay at this vacation rental apartment in Bernard, Maine! Bring along your own kayaks to take advantage of the waterfront property. Just a few miles from Acadia National Park and a 20-minute drive to Bar Harbor , the space allows you and your favorite travel companions to explore the beautiful surroundings with ease! It doesn't get any better than beautiful ocean views, direct water access, and the best lobster in the country;

The Tiny House with the Enormous View of Acadia
The Tiny House on Goose Cove is the perfect place from which to enjoy your visit to Acadia National Park. Set on three acres of shore front property, the house features spectacular views of Mount Desert Island. The entrance to the Park, and the shops and restaurants of Bar Harbor, are just 20-25 minutes away by car. And when you've had enough of the bustle and crowds, you can retreat to the peace and serenity of this beautiful property.

Blueberry Cottage - Fresh, Updated and Clean
Relax with the whole family at our updated, peaceful two bedroom, two bathroom cabin. Beech and Mansell mountain trails are walkable from the cabin. Echo Lake beach and Long Pond are a short bike ride or walk away. After a long day of adventuring in Acadia National Park, enjoy the extended outdoor living space and finish it off by relaxing in comfortable Adirondack chairs by the fire pit.
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Southwest Harbor house rentals

"Sweetwater"-- Bright, Airy, Modern

Quiet side ranch home SW Harbor. Prime MDI locale

Waterfront Home on Tidal Falls

Hot Tub Art Sail Loft. Swans Island

Manset Rock Cottage: A Coastal Retreat on MDI

Quiet 2-bedroom house on Acadia's doorstep.

In town retreat close to Acadia

The Arthaus, an eclectic retreat for two
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Ledgewood Cottage

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Emerald Pines Chalet - 2 bedroom / 2 bath

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Hill Cottage, a quiet retreat with style

Harborview~Seaglass Beach~Firepit~5 min to Acadia

Oceanfront Acadia Cottage With Private Beach
When is the best time to visit Southwest Harbor?
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All About Southwest Harbor
Southwest Harbor, a town just off the coast of northern Maine, is New England at its most picturesque, where streets lined with clapboard houses sit amid pine trees and where sailboats bob along the inlets of Somes Sound. Located on the southern shore of Mount Desert Island, the township is the more serene counterpart to bustling Bar Harbor on the island’s northeast side.
Take a stroll along the coast for idyllic views of the sound and Little Cranberry Island, a tiny, artistic community that can be reached by ferry. Turn inland and head downtown to explore classic New England shops selling local blueberry jam and tourmaline jewelry, as well as handmade crafts with a nautical theme. Settle in for dinner at one of the harborside restaurants, where you can enjoy Maine’s best-known staple — fresh lobster.
Just moments outside downtown is the 47,000-acre Acadia National Park, where you’ll find 158 miles of hiking trails and 27 miles of historic, scenic roads. The Great Head Trail takes you 1.7 miles along the coastline and through hardwood forests, passing by an early-1900s tea house. The area is also a popular spot for canoeing and kayaking, and you can paddle along the shoreline of Somes Sound while harbor seals and other marine life come to greet you.
Top things to do in Southwest Harbor
Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park, which covers half of Mount Desert Island, is known for its unspoiled expanses of rocky headlands, forests, and wetlands, which are protected from the Atlantic Ocean by high mountains. The old carriage roads running through the park weave through U-shaped valleys and past granite domes. The Southwest Harbor side of the park is less mountainous than the Bar Harbor side, but you can find several scenic, level trails that will lead you to picnic spots by the water.
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
The Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, which stands at the entrance to Bass Harbor and Blue Hill Bay, sits on a cliff on the very southern tip of Mount Desert Island within Acadia National Park. The structure dates back to 1855 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. Today, the lighthouse is a private home, but a path takes visitors up to the light and bell. While you are there, you can take the wooden steps to the granite boulders below to see the lighthouse from the harbor.
Great Cranberry Island
A short ferry trip will bring you from Southwest Harbor to Great Cranberry Island, just to the east of town. The largest of the Cranberry Isles, it measures just two miles long. You can visit the History Museum on the island, walk the beautiful trail to the shore, and cross over to tiny Crow Island on foot at low tide. A highlight of the year here is the Ladies Aid Fair, held annually in August since 1900, with handmade quilts on display and crafts and baked goods for sale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Southwest Harbor?
Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 180 vacation rentals in Southwest Harbor featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.
Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Southwest Harbor?
Four-legged friends are welcome in Southwest Harbor. Choose from more than 180 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.
How much does it cost to stay in house rentals in Southwest Harbor?
Experience the best of Southwest Harbor with our house rentals, starting at about $110 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.
Do house rentals in Southwest Harbor have air conditioning?
Absolutely! We offer over 120 house rentals with air conditioning in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
Do house rentals in Southwest Harbor have wifi?
Absolutely! We offer over 220 house rentals with wifi in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
Do house rentals in Southwest Harbor have a bbq area?
Absolutely! We offer over 150 house rentals with a bbq area in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
Are there family-friendly house rentals in Southwest Harbor?
Southwest Harbor has more than 200 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.
Are there Southwest Harbor vacation rentals on Airbnb with pools?
Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 10 vacation homes with pools in Southwest Harbor, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!
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Southwest Harbor vacation rentals start at G$6,266 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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180 properties have a dedicated workspace

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520 of Southwest Harbor vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Southwest Harbor stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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- Acadia National Park
- Northeast Harbour Golf Club
- Hermon Mountain Ski Area
- Sandy Point Beach
- Bear Island Beach
- Sand Beach
- Lighthouse Beach
- Kebo Valley Golf Club
- Wadsworth Cove Beach
- Farnsworth Art Museum
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