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Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
View to walk down to Beals Lobster Pound
Kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great Location for small children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
There is a $150 fee no pet hairs are to be left
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$150 pet fee. If cottage is left with obvious dog hairs on furniture or on floors additional cleaning charges will be deducted from security deposit.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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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 23 kg 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens located?

Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this holiday 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 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 84 reviews
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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

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Diane D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Over rated

The location of this Southwest Harbor cottage was convenient to Acadia, some restaurants, and minimal shopping. Views of the harbor were limited by waterfront homes. The cottage could use some updates, including better lighting, the furniture was not comfortable, and minimal supplies were provided. In general, the site was rough, overpriced and had a musty smell.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hope A.

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

Marathon Weekend

A short walk to the finish line of the MDI Marathon and to Beal's Lobster. A half hour to Bar Harbor. Mid-October means much of the Southwest Harbor town is shutting down though, so don't expect breakfast out options. Nice location for the marathon. Clean simple cottage with space heaters as primary heat source. We had mild weather so not an issue. We made breakfast in one morning and had all of the needed kitchen appliances, pans, top of table items. Plenty of linens and comfy, quiet bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith K., Park Forest, IL

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

Comfortable cottage in a great location

Southwest Harbor is quiet and pleasant, close to Acadia National Park. This cabin is not fancy but well maintained, clean, and comfortable. The kitchen has like-new appliances and all the necessary utensils. There is a large flat screen TV and reliable WI-FI. The beds are comfortable, and I enjoyed sitting outside on the small front deck. There is no air conditioning but the cool weather makes this unnecessary. Pleasant neighborhood location near the harbor and close to the center of town, I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Loved our cottage stay!

Decided to take a quick Acadia trip (our happy place) with my 19 & 22 year-old daughters before the younger one heads back to college. We love staying on the quieter side of the island, and since we needed to travel with our dogs, this cottage was the perfect find. Marilynn is incredibly responsive - she answered questions almost before I asked them, lol. The cottage was sparkling clean, the beds really comfortable, and the deck was a beautiful spot for some pre-dinner apps & drinks. Easy walk into town and helpful suggestions in the welcome binder. I only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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

Ashley C.

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

Easy little spot w/ great hosts

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was the perfect spot for my family to explore Mount Desert Island from. Walking distance to breakfast spots and ice cream, 5 minute drive to Echo lake and hiking, and a 30 min drive to Bar Harbor and some of the popular spots in the national park. Marilynn and Gary were great hosts with great recommendations for my family which includes a 5 yr old and young dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dodie D.

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

SW Cottage

We enjoyed our stay and we were happy to be in SW Harbor which was so close to Acadia and Bar Harbor but less congested. The owners were awesome. So nice and helpful regarding places to go with out two large dogs. We enjoyed biking and hiking in Acadia and walked around Bar Harbor one day exploring shops and eating lunch. The only suggestion I would have would be for small sectional couch to relax on after biking and hiking. In SW Harbor, Main Street has lots to offer. Great shops and eateries. We enjoyed dinners at upper deck, eats pita 2 and the Inn. All were delicious. Thank you Gary and Marilyn for all the information and allowing our dogs! We all had great time! The Davidsons
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Wonderful Stay in Southwest Harbor

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage in Southwest Harbor. The cottage was lovely, very clean and had everything we needed. Marilynn was friendly and offered some great suggestions on places to visit and things to do. We were thrilled with our stay and sad to leave. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Marilynn Wittenberg

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We have owned this cottage and the main house next to it for 29 years. Occasionally we rent out our 3 bedroom house upon request. We have traveled a great deal, but still find this to be one of the most beautiful areas to come back to again and again.

Why they chose this property

Location, Location!!!!

Languages:

English

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