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Golden Cove Cottage:Updated Village Property Close to Acadia and Long Pond

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Property grounds
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61564 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Echo Lake Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hallway Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Golden Cove Cottage:Updated Village Property Close to Acadia and Long Pond

Nicely situated between the village center of Southwest Harbor with its charming shops and restaurants and nearby Long Pond and the western mountains of Acadia, Golden Cove Cottage offers its guests equal convenience to both the National Park and downtown amenities with its Seal Cove Road location. Whether by foot, bicycle, or car, venture just one-half mile to Main Street to reach the Charlotte Rhoades Butterfly Park with lovely gardens and water views and down a little further towards the village center to take in the programs and exhibits offered at the Wendell Gilley Museum. The many shops and restaurants of Southwest Harbor are also sure to delight and when you're ready for more adventure, head over to nearby Long Pond to enjoy hiking, fishing, boating, and swimming in the National Park. And once ready to explore Bar Harbor and the other areas of Acadia, just pop back to Main Street again to catch the free Island Explorer shuttle to reach the east side of Mt. Desert Island.

FIRST FLOOR: Enter into a generous front hall with a spacious Laundry room to the left. Large Living Room with comfortable seating and gas fireplace (available early spring and fall). Dining table with seating for six. French doors open to a sunny, private deck. The living room opens into a well-appointed kitchen with a breakfast bar and seating for two. A cozy bedroom offering a set of Twin beds is followed by a charming sunny bedroom with Queen bed. These two rooms share a bathroom with a shower only. The master bedroom with King bed and en suite bathroom offers a shower only. looks out onto the wooded area and deck. Excellent closet space throughout.

OUTDOOR SPACES: Furnished deck with a gas grill and fire pit offers a pleasant space for grilling, relaxing and dining outside.

EXTRAS: Air conditioning in the common living area and primary bedroom.

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The Knowles Company
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$140/week each. Disclose type, size and number.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please submit: The total number of guests w/ ages of children and USPS mailing address with booking request. (Your address will not be shared)
Please send an "inquiry" before booking request, if you have questions. No unapproved pets, smoking, vaping, early arrival/late departure.
Sat. to Sat. bookings are typically required. Disclose ALL party members. Review the Lease Agreement and Tenant Policies.

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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

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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 and on a lake. 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 - 2.1 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Cove Cottage:Updated Village Property Close to Acadia and Long Pond pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Golden Cove Cottage:Updated Village Property Close to Acadia and Long Pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Golden Cove Cottage:Updated Village Property Close to Acadia and Long Pond?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Golden Cove Cottage:Updated Village Property Close to Acadia and Long Pond located?

Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaila M.

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

We’ll be back!

The house was perfect for what we were looking for as a family of 4 with two small children. The house is tucked away, but not too far from the places we wanted to explore. It's clean, cozy, and it has plenty of amenities. The beds are extremely comfortable (firm, not too squashy). It truly felt like a home away from home. The doors and trim are pure wood, and I love the fresh scent. The house looks small from the outside, but it's actually very roomy inside. The layout is exactly what we would want if purchasing a ranch style home. The fireplace is a nice touch to a living room that has comfy, reclining leather sofas and a large TV. The office/laundry area is a bonus. I found myself frequenting there when I needed a quiet moment to browse the internet or while washing and drying our clothes. The only disappointment was that the fire pit had been removed. I understand the reason why, but I wish we had been notified beforehand. We were really looking forward to using it during our stay. Overall, we love this house and would like to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Great place!

The house was wonderful with comfortable beds and furniture. The house was immaculate and the kitchen well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amie V.

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

Beautiful

Nice quiet stay near Acadia. Plenty to do with lots of wonderful suggestions!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Nice size house, comfy beds

We enjoyed our stay! Pictures of bedroom with twin beds was deceiving, room was much smaller than picture. Beds were comfy, kitchen stocked, but all the knives were dull. Ceiling fans need cleaned. Nice to have laundry area and dishwasher. Was not sure about recycling, we took it a recycle place nearby. Bar Harbor is the cutest town, a must see, especially the Bar Harbor Whale watching, we saw about 15 whales, eating and playing, it was amazing! I would rent this place again, was quiet and private, close to Acadia Park, Cadillac mountain for sunset was beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

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

Acadia vacation

Great house. Had everything we needed. Enjoyed the back deck and hanging out in the living room. Really liked the location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Swh stay

Clean well outfitted place and convenient location for our needs. Street a bit busy and noisy for those wanting a quiet out of the way locale. Gas fire pit was rusted and tank connection should be checked for leak as noted gas odor when tank valve was opened so did not use.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

perfect vacay residence!

Where do I start when talking about the golden cove cottage? This place has everything you need! From games to utensils to cleaning materials! Even treats for your pet! It is impeccably clean! The beds are beyond comfy! The couches that recline in the family room add to the comfort! The living space is huge! Our family time was spent there making meals together, playing guitars by the fire pit, game nights and movie nights! It provided the entertainment as well! Our beagle mix was super comfy there as well! Okay now as for the location…you can’t beat it! In quiet Southwest Harbor you can’t go wrong! A skip away from shops and restaurants! Oh…forgot to mention the treats when we arrived! Blueberry jam and blueberry soda! Such a sweet surprise! Other perks: food store is close by, natural water spring across the street that we used daily, hiking and lakes nearby, not a far trip to Bar Harbor, and it is super quiet! If we needed help with anything, we got answers right away from the agent/owner! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

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

Great stay at Golden Cove Cottage

This home was perfect for our family of 6 adults. We found it to be just as advertised. There was plenty of space, cozy beds, a well equipped kitchen, and supplied with all the essentials. The drive from Southwest Harbor to the main areas of the park is easy, but does take 20-30 mins. There are some nice hikes nearby and good restaurants in Southwest Harbor too. Overall we loved our stay here and would recommend this home to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilee K.

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

Convenient and comfortable

Great place to stay while visiting around Acadia. Lots of room and has everything you might need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

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

Fantastic stay in coastal Maine & Acadia

We were a group of (4), ages 73, 60, 43 and 12. Golden Cove Cottage was perfect for us! The location is convenient and close to groceries, drug store, restaurants and cafes. Just a short drive to the Bar Harbor and the main parts of Acadia National Park. The property is immaculate, well stocked with everything you need, and extremely comfortable. Other reviewers commented on the home being located on a very busy road - we did not find that to be an issue. Check in was smooth (slight mix up on the lock code, but it was corrected in minutes). There was no issues that required management assistance. We highly recommend this property and hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Quiet side

This property was perfect for us.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petra H.

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

Perfect accommodations

We had a wonderful time on our first visit to Acadia National Park and found the quiet cottage to be perfect for our family of 5 adults and one little dog. It was immaculate, spacious, very comfortable with careful attention to what a visitor might need. We were especially pleased to find it well-stocked with linens, towels and even bathroom and kitchen supplies. The blueberry jam and blueberry soda greeting us were a sweet touch. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

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

Lovely, clean, convenient house near Acadia NP

Beautiful place-stayed for a week with another couple and this home was perfect! Great kitchen, living space, comfortable beds, nice deck-the deer walk right by thru the yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy O., Lexington, KY

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

Perfect place to stay

The house was exactly as promised. We found it in pristine condition upon our arrival. The check-in was simple even though we arrived late in the evening. The location was a plus as it was away from the crowds in Bar Harbor, yet within an easy drive to a variety of destinations. We were able to find some favorite hikes near Southwest Harbor as well as around the park loop. Great recommendations were left by the owners as to good hiking trails. We were able to walk to Southwest Harbor and enjoy some of their activities and restaurants. A whale watching trip and e-biking around the park loop were hits for our family in addition to hiking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tori P.

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

Central Southwest Harbor!

We had a great two week stay here at this super convenient house in Southwest Harbor. The house had all that we could need to make for a very comfortable base camp to enjoy all that we love to do in Acadia! The kitchen was very fully stocked, and that was great for us as we don’t go out too much. Wish we could enjoy the back deck more, but didn’t have the best weather. A really great spot for active families who are busy in the day and come home to rest.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Our yearly late spring getaway

Great fit for our adult family and dogs. Our home away from home ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lainie M.

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

Great quiet area

Great quiet home to return to after day of hiking and exploring. Home had plenty of towels, dishes and staples. Also included great patio area with plenty of seating.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

A Lovely Stay

My family (me, husband and two adult daughters) thoroughly enjoyed our stay in May 2023 at Golden Cove Cottage. The cottage was beautiful and peaceful. We enjoyed the privacy, the feeling of home, and the gorgeous outdoor space. We enjoyed sitting on the deck in the warm spring sun. Though we were there in the off-season, Southwest Harbor and all of Mount Desert Island and Acadia did not disappoint. It was our second trip to Acadia and we hope to get back some day! Thank you to our hosts for sharing their lovely home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

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

Fun in the off season

Had a great stay in this house during the off season. Wonderful deck area. Close to tide pooling, which was the goal of our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

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

Fabulous home base as you tour Acadia!

Everything about this home was exactly what we had hoped it would be. It was neat, clean and nicely decorated. The living room is spacious and the bedrooms very comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked including lobster pots that got lots of use! The owner even left blueberry jam and soda for us to enjoy. We also enjoyed the gas fire pit on the back deck! Great location with easy access to all of Acadia National Park. We have already suggested it to several friends! Many thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

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

Great Stay

Our stay at the cottage was just terrific. The cottage design and amenities were outstanding. It worked mostly well for us. It was clean and exceptionally well appointed. Communication with the rental company was easy and they were responsive. The back porch was a great spot to enjoy quiet reading time or an outdoor meal. The only drawback (for us) was location on a main road. We like to walk the dog every morning and the location of the cottage on a busy main road without sidewalks made this not ideal. It’s a bit of a hike to “downtown” SWH and cars travel at pretty high speed in front of the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Just what we need

Perfect fit for our family. Hoping to stay at this property for many years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna O.

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

Just what we needed

Easy rental process and a wonderful vacation house. Had everything we needed and wonderful amenities. Back porch with grill was exactly what we needed for this vacation
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary G., Omaha, NE

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

Great place

The place was clean and comfy. Management company was there to help if needed. One of the best VRBO experiences we have had.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

stacey h.

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

Hughes family visit!

This home was just lovely. It had everything we needed, including coffee to brew and a gift of blueberry jam and blueberry soda. It was in close proximity to numerous trails and mountains and my niece, who we went up there to visit. The home was clean, welcoming and just perfect for a family of 4 with a dog. Thank you for a lovely experience and long weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by The Knowles Company

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Located on Mount Desert Island surrounded by Acadia National Park, The Knowles Company has been a successful rental and real estate business since 1898. As a representative for the property owner, our experienced and knowledgeable rental professionals work as a team to provide the tenant guest with a level of personalized assistance to ensure an excellent rental experience.

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