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Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southwest Harbor

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Seawall vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Acadia National Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Wonderland Trail Trailhead. Also, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead is within 3 miles (5 km) and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 37 min drive - 21.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.

Stepping Stone is the perfect location for your vacation. It is on a quiet, private road, close to everything Southwest Harbor has to offer. Take the 1/2 mile walk or drive to Seawall Beach or the local lobster pounds, hop in the car and continue on to the hiking trails and Bass Harbor lighthouse, or take the 5 minute drive to the town center for dinner and shopping.
The home itself is spacious and sunny and consists of a master en suite with a queen bed and full bath with walk in shower, a second bedroom with two queens, and a hall bath with a tub/shower combination. There is a full two car attached garage to store your bikes and kayaks. You will also find coolers, beach chairs and lawn games for your enjoyment.
Sit on the deck and relax to the sounds of the waves crashing on Seawall beach, or enjoy an evening fire and unwind from the day's adventures.
*Please remember to include your pet when booking.*

Property manager

Amy Hennigan

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Doors do not need to be locked and keys can be left on the desk.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Only one dog allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children 10 and older.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Quiet Location in Seawall Village Just 1/2 Mile to Seawall Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.1 mi (28-min drive) away from the Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. to the beach?

This vacation home is 6 mi (12-min drive) from Echo Lake Beach and 14.6 mi (68-min drive) from Spindle Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. to downtown Southwest Harbor?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi away from Southwest Harbor.

Quiet location. Home is 1/2 a mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renita T.

Liked: Cleanliness

SW Harbor House

Definitely quiet, safe, roomy house for us four adults. Very clean. Set in a beautiful peaceful place just a short walk to the ocean. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than advertised!

We really enjoyed our week at Stepping Stone. The entire property was clean, comfortable and welcoming. The home is well appointed and maintained with care. The kitchen is roomy and equipped with everything needed for preparing meals and getting ready for your day. One of the highlights of our stay was the opportunity to meet our host Amy. We definitely recommend this property on the quiet side of Mt. Desert Island.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debrah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun times

The place was great. Amy was great and we had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visiting and hiking Acadia national Park

We were not aware of the drive into the property at night. That was a little. Concerning, But by morning, we were much more comfortable about where we were. When we drove into the driveway the first evening, there was a very large deer sitting in the yard and that’s what we drove into. Funny but also scary. It is a beautiful home and decorated very nicely and the rooms worked out great for my friend and I. Very well stocked with all you need for your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LYNDA A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Seawall location

The house is about 20 minutes from the busy Bar Harbor and tucked nicely in the woods. Deer and turkey daily visitors. House very comfortable and had all the necessary amenities. Amy alerted us immediately of electric outage and kept us updated. Overall a very nice house for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay near Acadia NP

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

The pictures of this beautiful home did not do it justice. The kitchen is beautiful, spacious, and so well stocked! The neighborhood is wooded and so quaint with tons of deer. The home is so clean and well decorated. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Autumn

Great property! Quiet, convenient, very spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stocked and comfortable!

Great stay. Kitchen is well stocked, house furniture is comfortable, and home's atmosphere is pleasing & relaxing. Quiet neighborhood. Private settingneighborhood
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean M., Ocean Isle Beach NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay

Stepping Stones was a wonderful home very well equipped with everything you would need for your stay. Home was very clean. Location was not far out of SWH. Nice front porch to sit out in the late afternoon and fire pit was convenient. Lovely yard with deer walking by. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike c., Ct

Liked: Cleanliness

Give this vacation rental 5 star

This home is above expatation Was very clean and great location Want to thank Amy . Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G., Peoria, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice space

Property has plenty of living space and nice decor. Beds are really comfy. I thought it was going to be on more of a neighborhood street but was really at the end of a narrow road through the woods. Lots of deer. Pretty cool location and easy to get around. Cell service in all of MDL is sketchy. Not related to this property only— it’s weak everywhere. Wifi was good tho!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Retreat

Would stay here again. The kitchen was the best supplied for cooking of any VRBO we have stayed in. We spent our days hiking and being active. This was a great place to relax in the evening in a quiet neighborhood away from the crowds. We had one small issue that was handled promptly and with courtesy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cissy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved this house

We booked this house for the summer vacation and we loved it. It is close to everything but far enough away to be nice and quiet. We didn't do much cooking, but the house was furnished with all of the stuff needed to cook if you want to. We sat out by the fire pit every night. I picture of the living room doesn't really show how room it is. We were pleasantly surprised at how much room there was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little cabin in the woods

The property is just as described by the listing with all the necessities (pack your own bathroom essentials such as shower gel/shampoo though) and comfort. The location is about 30 minutes drive to Bar Harbor, the island’s commercial center, however the local town (Southwest Harbor) is very quaint, and has great restaurants and bakeries. The Common Good Soup Kitchen serves very good popover on the mornings of Friday - Sunday! Charlotte’s Legendary Lobster is just couple of minutes drive away from the cottage, and has very good lobster dishes. All in all, we had a wonderful time in Acadia National Park, and this house certainly contributed to the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic and comfortable stay

A spacious and comfortable space with all the amenities. Very nice property both inside and out with plenty of room for the whole family. Enjoyed our evening walks to Seawall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Stay

This was my in-laws’ first trip to Maine and we wanted the experience to be as cozy and enjoyable as possible. This beautiful home was the perfect place for us to stay. The kitchen is huge and well-stocked with all the tools we needed to prepare several meals during our stay. The beds are comfortable and having two bathrooms was a huge time saver. Oh, and laundry! That was great. We were all able to pack a little less since we knew we could do a load. The living room is very welcoming and we enjoyed eating our meals at the dining table. At night, the fire pit was peaceful with the accompanying trickle from the frog pond to help us wind down from a busy day of exploring. The location down the street from the Seawall is perfect. My husband and I enjoyed running along it each morning, and one evening we took a sunset stroll with my in-laws as well. It was gorgeous. The proximity to Bar Harbor is great. It’s not too close that you’re in the busy mix but close enough that it’s truly just a short drive. And the drive is so nice: lots of handy little shops along the way as well as scenic. Our dog also loved playing fetch out in the yard. It was the perfect stay and we’ll definitely be booking again. I’d love to bring my parents next!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ellen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Near Southwest Harbor

Very restful and nice spot to spend a few days with old friends. I loved the hammock!! Road to the beach is closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and comfortable home!

The home is very clean and comfortable. The host is great! The location is perfect. We were very happy with our choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home on MDI

Our first trip to the Acadia National Park area in Maine was even better due to the incredible home we booked. The location was perfect, the house had everything we needed for our week. The house is tucked in to a wonderful wooded neighborhood, close to Seawall beach and the magic of nature. After long days of hiking it was so nice to come back our home and relax outside at the fire pit and watch the deer, red squirrels, and incredible numbers of birds come and go. We definitely will stay here again! Thanks Amy, your home exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

We had a great stay! The house was comfortable, peaceful, and had basically all the amenities we could need. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guylaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just wonderful

We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cutest place ever!

The interior design was absolutely adorable. The outside space was well used and well loved by us! Lots of deer also lots of neighborhood cats lol Amy was amazing to work with. There were three or four discrepancies between the vrbo listing and the binder but nothing at all that was an unreasonable request. Very very simple check out instructions. absolutely loved it. Only mentioning it so you are not surprised! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

J S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful & well equipped

The kitchen was well stocked with good quality pans & utensils - not the odds and ends I have found in other rentals. Everything was clean and neat, we loved our stay. Will definitely stay here again if available!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023