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New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace

Family-friendly stay near Acadia National Park

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southwest Harbor

Oceanside stay.At this Southwest Harbor cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 18.1 miles
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 21.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬2 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.

New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace

Sea Shore Cottage is a charming 1920's style cottage with a large, sloping lawn right down to the ocean. This property is right in the heart of Acadia National Park, within minutes to such sites as Bass Harbor Head light, Echo Lake, Somes Sound, and Beech Cliffs.

This house overlooks Southwest Harbor, Sutton Island, the Cranberry Islands, and Greening Island. This ideal spot is within walking distance of superb restaurants, specialty shops, a full service marina, galleries, and sea glass hunting. Coffee shops, an ice cream parlor, and children's playground are just a few things that are within a five minute walk. In just minutes you can drive to Echo Lake, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, and many other popular Acadia National Park destinations.

Don't want to drive? Load up on the free Island Explorer shuttle that stops directly across the street! During the summer stop by the farmers market or take a sunset sail on one of the many boats offering them. There are also many opportunities to take a ferry to one or more of the surrounding islands for hiking or biking.

This house is on a property shared with three houses. There's a shared fire pit with seating adjacent to the shore.







Keywords: Classic 1920's cottage within walking distance to picturesque Southwest Harbor village. Oceanfront.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $125 one well behaved crate trained dog.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Many board games, books, and video games.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace to the airport?

This cottage is 13.1 mi (22-min drive) away from the Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace to the beach?

This cottage is 3 mi (6-min drive) from Echo Lake Beach and 14 mi (64-min drive) from Spindle Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace to downtown Southwest Harbor?

This cottage is 0.3 mi away from Southwest Harbor.

New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location close to lots of trails, the lake and food/ice cream. Host was very responsive and house was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

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

Cute cottage

We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Great location

Had a wonderful time staying in this house . Great location. Walking distance to shops and close to all of the activities we wanted to do. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dolores M.

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

Back Again

Excellent stay again. Super location and wonderful place to rent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Perfect place in SW Harbor!!

This place is a must for your trip to Acadia!!! We had the best time!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and well-appointed cottage for our family of four. Great location, peaceful and quiet but we were able to walk to town to visit shops and restaurants. Quick drive to hikes and other Acadia activities. Host was proactive and responsive -- check-in and checkout were a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dolores M.

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

Seascape

Great location and property
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George P.

Very clean, roomy home in S. W. Harbor. Very friendly owner. Great location.

Would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dolleschel B.

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

Good location

The house was clean and well set up for a family of 5. The location fit exactly our needs, close enough to all the things we wanted to do but still quiet. The communication with the host was easy and prompt.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

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

Very Enjoyable

We stayed at the house for three weeks and it worked very well. Our boys (5 & 8) enjoyed the firepit next to the water, the short walk to the shops, library, ice cream, etc. and close proximity to a working harbor.
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the location and comfortably relaxed as a group of 6. We were in town for the MDI Half Marathon, and being steps from the finish line was so lovely after finishing. We also enjoyed using the fire pit next to the water and had plenty of amenities to cook a few meals. One note - the two single beds on the sleeping porch are not heated, so keep that in mind for stays later in the season. Christie was super communicative throughout the entire process.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the home, which was well accommodated and very comfortable. The beds were comfy and the in window air-conditioning unit units were very effective. While the home is not large, it is well laid out and the space is used efficiently so we still felt very comfortable with our family of five and our dog. The area is beautiful with so many different things to do and lots of good food and hiking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well kept and appointed home. Very comfortable. The owner was quick to respond to inquiries and lives close so is able to replace or fix anything quickly. (nothing was broken but a lobster pot had a hole in it and was replaced within 30 minutes!) Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melody O.

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

Charming home

Christie was an exceptional host and we very much enjoyed having this charming house as our base to a wonderful family vacation. The house was very clean and offered everything we needed for the week. We enjoyed making a camfire by the water many of the nights we were there. That was a treat that we miss by not camping...thumbs up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Perfect MDI Family Trip

Our stay at Christie’s cottage was the perfect stage for having a wonderful family vacation with my wife and I, two parents, two young children, and the family dog! We could walk into quaint Southwest Harbor for a meal and shopping, or make the 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor and the Acadia Loop. The house itself too, with large deck, fire pit and access to the ocean offered plenty to do. We would highly recommend and will return!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay - our visit was made very comfortable by our host Christie. Everything was as pictured and the house was well appointed. We were able to make family meals, play board games on a rainy day, and enjoyed time in the yard and with our neighbors for the week. There was also great bike storage as an added bonus! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

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

Charming and nicely decorated inside

Charming home, nicely decorated. Nice view of SW Harbor. Close to grocery store, restaurants, Acadia. If you cannot walk up a flight of stairs, you may want to contact the host, though. Great location. We took a ride on a lobster boat, went to Bar Harbor, went to Cadillac mountain, and drove the park loop. We really enjoyed the island and its beauty.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

R C.

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

Everything you need

Walking distance to restaurants and trails. 25 minutes to Bar Harbor. Well equipped. Very responsive owner. 3rd row from the water with views and beautiful sunrise.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. The host thought of everything. We didn’t need to buy anything except food. She even provided coffee. My only complaint was the marina next-door. It had a docking area but also a separate working area for repairs so was a little noisy on workdays when I wanted to sit by the water and enjoy coffee in the the quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a great location. Very clean. Fireplace was great for a cool rainy day we had. The kitchen is well stocked and even has pancake mix and syrup. Only downside was the traffic noise, which interfered with our sleep. The house is right on the road, with 2 of the 3 bedrooms road facing, so 6am-10pm we heard traffic pretty non-stop. If you're a light sleeper this might not be the best place to stay. But if that's not a concerns for you, then go for it - everything else about this rental is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house has charm. It was a darling house that was super clean! The beds were very coney and the deck was nice to relax on. Christy was extremely easy to work with and willing to help! The only caution I would have with this house is if you have small children just know 2 beds are on an enclosed front porch with a door. Even my young adults were nervous to sleep there! Overall though I would definitely stay again at one of Christy’s properties!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is very cute and kitchen was well stocked and clean. We only used the king bed and it was very comfortable. Washer and dryer are located in the basement, which explains why there were no photos of them in the listing. Only complaint is the bathroom sink faucets are too small for the sink which made it hard to wash hands. The living room rug could use some cleaning, but other than that the entire house was very clean. Nice deck for enjoying meals. Lots of towels and wash clothes, which we appreciated. Location was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HOLLY W.

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

Maine

The property is beautiful there wasn't anything we needed that wasn't provided to us. Christie was an amazing hostess. We took the ferry to Swans Island and go stuck on the island due to the dock breaking and I reached out to her, and she sent her nephew to come pick us up from Bass Harbor once we got back to the main island because we had to leave our rental on Swans Island! We were so grateful for her all her help. I highly recommend staying in the Cottage and on Southwest Harbor.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Maine/Acadia Family Vacation

Our family of 4 (2 parents and 2 adult children) drove from Chicago to Maine to experience Mom's East Coast heritage. This house in Southwest Harbor delivered! Things we loved: walkabilty to town and short drive to Bar Harbor, functional kitchen allowed us to shop/cook and save money on meals, king bed in primary bedroom, 3 other separate sleeping areas, laundry area, view of the boats from the back deck, niceties like TVs ( didnt turn them on once) and AC. The host is helpful and responsive and the home is clean, comfortable and loaded with East Cost charm! We enjoyed hiking in Acadia National Park (very close), Beals Lobster Pier, a Lighthouse and Puffin cruise, shell/sea glass hunting, antiquing, LOTS of ice cream at the Salt Shop and coffee from Top Notch. Salt Shop and Beals were AMAZING with Mom's gluten allergy. Wonderful memories made here.
Rugged Maine coast, low tide
Books, games, East Coast charm!
Lobster Pier
This home had stairs, but was no issue
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anne D.

Clean, but location is not what was expected.

The cottage was comfortable and clean, and close to everything that we could want to do, but I was surprised that there was no real view of the water (there were 2 newly built houses in front of the cottage that blocked the view of the water) which diminished the pleasure of sitting on the large deck (be careful of the loose/wobbly railing). The cottage also sits on a very busy road. Neither of these details were apparent from the description of the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

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