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Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park

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Front entrance to house
Front of house from field
Glass/screened in three season porch
Kitchen
Kitchen and dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park

This newly purchased home has had several updates including new painting and furnishing. This comfortable and quiet home has two living areas, a sunny kitchen, sitting room and screened in porch. Bedrooms include a king size bed, queen bed and a bunk bed for kids. Bathrooms are both equipped with full size showers. There is a short walk to the beach, a beautiful view of the ocean, nice lawn, and large field for play and fun. Washer, Dryer, 44inch TV, Cable, Wi-Fi, Dishwasher, DVD player,

Property manager

Whitney and Dan Granholm

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
We only allow Dogs and charge a $100 pet fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Seawall, a neighbourhood in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. 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. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain climbing and hiking.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 21 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 36 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private access to beach, ocean view and minutes from Acadia National Park located?

Located in Seawall, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Great time in a great house!

My family of five includes small children, and we met my mom and stepmom for the week. The sunrise from the upstairs bedroom and main floor was stunning! The house had everything we needed, and we had a wonderful spring break. I would recommend this house to anyone who is visiting to explore Acadia and Bar Harbor. It was accessible and located perfectly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

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

Great home to stay in!

Beautiful older home, great location in Southwest Harbor, and very comfortable! Close to beach, with easy walking access. Frequent visits from deer, squirrels, etc. Would stay here again!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

weekend trip for MDI running festival

great house was perfect. excellent selection of children’s toys and books to keep my grandsons happy. thoroughly enjoyed being able to walk down to the beach. Easy drive to all that Acadia has to offer. Host were readily available and extremely helpful. If it works out we would definitely book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaden U.

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

Great Place!

We had an awesome time is this cute home! Wonderful location and host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Don T.

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

Acadia National Park - October 2024

overall is a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty A.

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

Great rental

We had a fabulous time. Property is in a great location and met all of our expectations! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Beautiful Location in SW Harbor

My husband and I really enjoyed our recent stay with our children. The location was everything. We spent hours on the very private and stunning shoreline exploring the tide pools and looking for sea glass - just a short walk through the woods from the property. While the house was on the older side, it was very well appointed. We appreciated the comfortable king size bed, washer/dryer, and dishwasher. We loved the views from the sunroom, and our kids especially enjoyed the piano, books, and games. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aliza M.

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

Perfect family vacation!

The house was the perfect setup for our family of 4 with 2 kids under 5 and our dog! The kids loved the playroom, and we enjoyed the great screened in porch. It’s the perfect location. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel I.

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

Location Location Location!

We just got back from a lovely 7 day stay at Firefly Meadow. It was the perfect rental for our family of 5. Our kids ages 5, 3, and 1 loved all the space the puzzles, books and piano. The primary bedroom is on first floor off the screened in porch and it was a great space. You can see deer in the back. The yard was great for soccer and running around. We used the screened in porch all the time. The walk to the beach was 5 minutes and it was stunning. Great views and the kids loved the tidal pools. It’s a 5 minute drive to town and so many great hikes for the kids. It’s an older house so it updated kitchens and bathrooms are important for you this isn’t the house. We found the rental charming and perfect for our needs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kerstin W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Overpriced

Location and views were great! The overall impression of the house, it was spacious and had a nice patio. However the house smelled musty and damp. We noticed mold in multiple places, including bathrooms, ceiling in bedroom and on the old couches. The area underneath the master bed was filthy. I am sure it was a beautiful and well kept home at some point, e. g. Nice China and glass ware , homey vibes, however a lot is old and not well functioning, especially the bathrooms. Anyone with allergies to mold and dust should not stay in this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

sandra m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Charming and tranquil southwest harbor getaway

We had an issue with the property upon arrival (the photos did not accurately reflect the sleeping accommodations, and the host acknowledged they had not been updated). The hosts were gracious and available, and worked with us to resolve it satisfactorily. We had a lovely stay, and enjoyed the deer that appeared each morning and evening and grazed within feet of the house (featuring a family with two small fawns). The location was great - accessible and peaceful- and we took advantage of many things the area has to offer. The bonus in the house was the piano, which a few in our family enjoyed playing. Also, there were shelves full of books as well as puzzles and games, and the washer and dryer were convenient. Would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

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

Fantastic!

We loved our stay. To be honest, the house is even better than in the pictures. It’s very charming and was perfect for my family. It was very close to Acadia. The only downside was that the previous renters had dogs with them and the home had a strong dog smell. However we did enjoy the home despite that. We would love to stay there again if we are ever back in Maine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

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

Early Summer Getaway

Great property. Quite, lots of outdoor space. Our dogs loved it Much nicer than spots we have rented in the Bar Harbor area. Fantastic sunrises viewable from bedroom. Private beach and beach right down the road (Cable Crossing) great for a secluded sunrise as well.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Peaceful Paradise Found

Location of Firefly cottage is perfect! Lots of extra space in this warm and inviting home. Wonderful walk through the woods to the ocean were we found sea glass and watched lobster boats come and go. Though out the day the deer came to visit and graze in the open field to our delight! Would love to come back here and stay longer than 3 days. Michele & Jon
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin T.

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

June vacation in Southwest Harbor

We had a great couple of days with our dog in this very well located house in Southwest Harbor. This is a large property ! A lot of space within the house and plenty outside too ! Very private. Nice path to the beach. You got all you need to spend quality time with the family. We picked up seafood from Charlotte (almost next door) and some BBQ from the Atlantic Brewery company. Acadia National park and Bar Harbor are accessible with a short drive. Thank you for the great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Perfect spot in Southwest harbor

We are two sisters who love to hike and planned a trip that my sisters adult children and friends joined us. The house was big enough to accommodate all of us. Its old and has some old house issues but that was part of the charm. The host is close by if we had any issues which we didnt. Great location on a busy weekend. I do suggest that if buying groceries its worth the trip into Bar Harbor. The local grocery didnt have canned bean (any variety) or olives.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alysha R.

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

Family road trip

Our stay at Firefly was great! There was plenty of room and everything we needed. It is an older house, but nothing that wasn’t stated or not manageable. We thoroughly enjoyed walking to the beach, visiting with the homeowners and touring Acadia. We would surely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Donna M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Base Camp to Acadia National Park

This is an older home with issues as expected. Overall, we found it quaint with a nice layout and a lot of natural lighting. The deer visits were very enjoyable! The location was great for hiking Acadia. The owner recommended the hikes right nearby, and we were very glad we stopped at those! Note: If going before the busy tourist season, be sure to check for trail and road closures as this is the time when construction happens and many restaurants haven't opened back up yet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Acadia stay

Great place with a cool pathway to the beach. The views were beautiful and the house was wonderful. There was enough space for my three kids to spread out and toys for them to play with. Would absolutely love to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B., Traverse City, MI

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

Neat architecture of house

The granddaughters loved all of the toys, games snd puzzles. Piano was an extra treat. Whitney was very quick and responsive to all our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Firefly Cottage

Whitney and Dan were wonderful to work with. The house has awesome features like the fireplace ,built-ins, and decor. However, the outside of the house needs some attention. Excellent view of the ocean and enjoyed watching the deer. Thanks for sharing an amazing spot on the quiet side of the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

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

The Quiet Side

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay on the "quiet side." The house was clean, well appointed, and had tons of northeast, beach house character. My wife and I loved all the built in cabinetry and the stone fireplace. The highlight for us was walking to the beach for sunrise and catching the colors in the sky at sunset. Although there aren't as many restaurants to choose from in Southwest Harbor as there are in baaaahhhh habaaaa, there are some really good ones. Highly recommend Eat a Pit 2 and Drydock. We enjoyed great food and service at both. Also lots to do in the area so this house is a great choice overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Gail L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Expectations

Location was great! Private and serene. We had issues with musty smell, resulting from standing water in basement. Downstairs bathroom had mildew and evidence of leaking issues. The host was very responsive and brought us two brand new air purifiers. The house is charming but sadly neglected. We would probably not return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

George T.

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

excellent location away from busy areas

The house was very conveniently located and had nice character. We were just two people but it would easily serve a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla M.

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

Firefly

Cozy home and a very relaxing environment after our adventures in Acadia National Park. Walking to the ocean every morning to see the sunrise was an added joy! Overall a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Whitney and Dan Granholm

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Our family purchased this home last June with great excitement. It is the neighboring property to our home and our plan from the start was to fix it up and rent it seasonally. We have done just that and are looking forward to the upcoming summer to have people enjoy this beautiful part of the world in a very comfortable and peaceful setting.

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