Family-friendly vacation rentals in Swans Island

Acadia Treehouse near Bar Harbor - Private Luxury

Escape to a luxury treehouse in the forest of Maine. Unwind in the Hot Tub or spa-like bath with jacuzzi and sauna. Includes 1 bedroom, loft with 2 queen beds, 1.5 Baths, kitchen, fireplace, Hot Tub, Laundry, screened porches & outdoor shower. Perfectly located for visiting Acadia National Park, ATV trails and scenic drives. Whether soaking your worries away, relaxing by the fire, or unwinding on the porch to the sound of rustling leaves, this luxury treehouse is a getaway you’ll never forget.

Quaint Oceanfront Island Cottage, off Bar Harbor

Feel the stress melt away at Barnacle Hall, a peaceful, romantic getaway w/ stunning water views, just steps to the sea. This snug & welcoming cottage is tucked away in tranquil Burnt Coat Harbor, with its own private rocky beach and a bluff with radiant Maine island sunsets. Truly unwind, stepping into a by-gone era in this quaint cottage, w/ a charming stone fireplace w/ woodstove. Rustic-feeling, with full services. Families welcome! Wifi now available. [NOTE: Not a great option for Acadia]

The Cabins at Currier Landing Cabin 2: Meadow

Tranquil cabin; open plan. Bedroom w/queen bed & privacy doors. Alcove w/bunkbeds. The Cabins at Currier Landing, featured in Dwell as “Three Magical Tiny Cabins Take Root in a Maine Forest,” are located on the Thos. Currier Saltwater Farm. Glimpses of water & access to 300’ of the Benjamin River Harbor shore. 2 seasonal cabins; 1 studio cabin. Centrally located on the Blue Hill Peninsula near Deer Isle, the cabins offer access to outdoor activities, cultural events, restaurants & shops.

Rustic Chic Private Getaway Cabin @Diagonair

Pet-friendly Maine cabin on 12 private acres of woods and blueberry fields, one hour to Acadia National Park. A favorite of couples visiting Maine for the first time. • 15 minutes to shopping, hiking, swimming • Open kitchen and sitting room with new appliances and gas fireplace • Screened porch with rocking chairs and chaise • Loft bedroom with full bed and new linens • WiFi, Roku TV, gas grill, stocked bar • EV charger • Seasonal wild blueberries • Dark skies, slow mornings, quiet nights

Bayview House 1br 2ba Stunning Harbor Views

Do you crave balmy summer evenings or frosty winter days that make you feel like you've been transported back to a simpler time? Or long for days spent on the water or experiencing village life with friendly locals in charming pubs tasting local eats? Experience the simple joys of life with rustic yet modern amenities offered at this coastal 2-story home. Whether daily strolls by the water or taking in the sunset on your deck, you'll fall in love with this lovely New England destination.

Cottage by the sea private oceanfront shoreline

Breathtaking oceanfront private cottage. Spiral staircase to second floor bedroom. Sliding glass doors open to wrap-around deck and lawn that slopes to Ocean. 300 + feet of deep water frontage. Separated from lawn by broad rock ledge. Perfect spot for sunbathing or having a campfire in the evening. Enjoy your morning coffee watching lobster and sailboats in the Mussel Ridge Channel. Unbelievable and peaceful views out to ocean and north to the Camden Hills. Unparalleled views everywhere.

SILVER MOON, a Yurt for All Seasons

Silver Moon at The Appleton Retreat is quite private, check out the Trail Map. This contemporary yurt features a private therapeutic hot tub on the wrap around deck, a fire pit, and fast wifi. Silver Moon is located in a wooded area close to a bog that attracts a variety of wildlife. The Appleton Retreat encompasses 120 acres hosting six unique retreats. To the south is the Pettengill Stream, a resource protected area. To the north is the Nature Conservancy's 1300 acre reserve.

Artsy Tiny House & Cedar Sauna

Our family is excited to share our tiny house with you! Located on our artist collective farm, this is our favorite place on earth. It’s off grid, cottage core, and has a beautiful & fragrant cedar sauna. We are 27 minutes from Acadia National Park and surrounded by truly gorgeous local beaches. We offer super comfy beds, an outdoor shower, twinkle lights, summer nights filled with fireflies, bright maples in the fall, and cozy winter movie nights in a bed alcove like on a boat.

Lillebo

Lillebo is set near the end of a dead end road with a five minute walk yielding views over Frenchman's bay with Sorrento in the near view and Winter Harbor and Bar Harbor in the long view. This homey house is set about 200 feet from the road with no neighbors in direct view. There’s a screen porch on one end of the house and a garage on the other. In the garage there is a ping pong table, corn hole, darts and bikes. There are three adult bikes, one youth bike and one kids bike.

Waterfront Tipi Glamping // Phoenix Landing

Majestic private waterfront Tipi * on a lake. Quiet nature oasis with hot tub, woodstove, firepit, modern grill, and all the essentials. Ice skate or xc-ski across the frozen lake and watch the bald eagles fly overhead, or relax in the Adirondack chairs in front of the bonfire while you make smores and cook dinner on the grill or over the open fire, then snuggle up inside the tipi while you listen to vintage vinyl and let the owls hoot you to sleep. *Tipi closed March-April.

Timeless Tides Cottage

This comfortable 2 bedroom, one bathroom, A-frame pine cottage is set on its own point with 350 feet of waterfront! Cook out on the grill, lounge on the deck or dock while taking in the wildlife on a beautiful tidal river. Watch nesting Bald Eagles and Great Blue Herons fishing! There is plenty of sight-seeing in this picturesque area. Rockland is just 10-minutes away where you can enjoy shopping, restaurants, museums, galleries, lighthouses and festivals.

*Stunning Views* Oceanfront Nordic Cabin

Oceanfront Nordic cabin perched on the edge of Dyer Bay surrounded by large cedar and spruce trees. A perfect retreat nestled in a quiet, private neighborhood off the beaten path. This is where you get away from it all, and enjoy proximity to all the best of Downeast. The view is spectacular, the wildlife abounds and the WiFi is fast! Watch the lobster boats work their traps just in front of the house. Not appropriate for small children. Sorry, NO PETS.