Southwest Harbor vacation rentals

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Southwest Harbor

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Guest favorite

Cabin in Southwest Harbor

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews

Michael's Cabin

Newly built/designed cabin on the 'quietside' of Mount Desert Island (in the town of Southwest Harbor). A short drive to downtown, this one bedroom with loft cabin is warm and cozy. With gas fireplace, AC unit, and all the amenities one would need to begin and end a perfect day in Acadia National Park, it is situated close to nearby hikes, water access for boating, sailing, and ocean kayaking. Southwest Harbor has many wonderful restaurants, lobster pounds, coffee shops, galleries, and shopping.

Jun 20 – 27

ﺩ.ﺇ1,371 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Southwest Harbor

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Poet's Cabin - Year-round Acadia A-Frame Getaway

If you're looking for a beautiful cabin in the woods of Acadia on the Quietside of Mount Desert Island, you've found it! A perfect spot for couple's getaways, solo travelers, families of 3 & friends. Cute, cozy & charming, Poet's Cabin is Hygge-inspired & newly renovated w/ Brentwood queen bed, sleep sofa, stainless oven, dishwasher & microwave. Serene porch to relax on. Private yet convenient setting - close to the ocean, downtown Southwest Harbor, Seawall Beach, Bass Harbor Light & Echo Lake.

Jun 5 – 12

ﺩ.ﺇ1,137 per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Hancock

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews

Flower Farm Loft

When you arrive at the Flower Farm Loft you're greeted by our dogs, who will likely jump on you with muddy paws and request fetch and pets. You're immediately surrounded by flowers in our gardens and flower studio. The loft has big east facing windows that look over our farm and surrounding fields. You'll open the curtains in the morning to incredible sunrises over Kilkenny Cove, and end your nights at your private fire pit with immaculate star filled skies that will make it hard to go inside.

Nov 25 – Dec 2

ﺩ.ﺇ465 per night

Popular amenities for Southwest Harbor vacation rentals

Stay near Southwest Harbor's top sights

Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse51 locals recommend
Thurston's Lobster Pound87 locals recommend
Sea Princess Cruises12 locals recommend
The Upper Deck - Craft Beer - Terrace/Outdoor Dining - Lobster Rolls - Burgers16 locals recommend
Charlotte's Legendary Lobster Pound16 locals recommend
Beal's Lobster Pier71 locals recommend

Southwest Harbor cottage rentals

Guest favorite

Cottage in Tremont

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews

Evergreen | ♥Romantic Retreat | Cozy & quiet+ WiFi

May 17 – 24

ﺩ.ﺇ757 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Mount Desert

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 395 reviews

Cottage by Acadia National Park

Jan 28 – Feb 4

ﺩ.ﺇ1,048 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Brooklin

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews

Historic School House now with High Speed Internet

Apr 26 – May 3

ﺩ.ﺇ425 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Mount Desert

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Cozy Seal Harbor Cottage

Dec 31 – Jan 7

ﺩ.ﺇ715 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Mount Desert

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews

Craney "Tree" House near Acadia

Nov 24 – Dec 1

ﺩ.ﺇ1,218 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Waltham

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 667 reviews

Quiet lakefront cottage on Graham Lake

Feb 12 – 19

ﺩ.ﺇ419 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Sedgwick

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews

Exquisitely Modern Maine Cottage @Diagonair

Jun 6 – 13

ﺩ.ﺇ1,457 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Mount Desert

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Jordan Cottage BEST in Acadia-Conde Nast Traveler!

Jan 12 – 19

ﺩ.ﺇ1,188 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Lamoine

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 243 reviews

Lamoine Modern Guest House

Oct 26 – Nov 2

ﺩ.ﺇ583 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Bar Harbor

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviews

Ledgewood Grove Cottage in Bar Harbor

Dec 31 – Jan 7

ﺩ.ﺇ736 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Rockport

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews

Designer’s Coastal Retreat with Simple Luxuries

Feb 14 – 21

ﺩ.ﺇ532 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in Bar Harbor

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews

The Otter Cottage at Bay Meadow Cottages

Oct 11 – 18

ﺩ.ﺇ1,071 per night

Southwest Harbor house rentals

Guest favorite

Home in Southwest Harbor

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

CLEAN, spacious, each BR has private full bathroom

Jan 31 – Feb 7

ﺩ.ﺇ1,145 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Mount Desert

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews

The Arthaus, an eclectic retreat for two

Sep 21 – 28

ﺩ.ﺇ1,111 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Mount Desert

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews

In the heart of Northeast Harbor & Acadia N. Park

Jan 31 – Feb 7

ﺩ.ﺇ801 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Southwest Harbor

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Honeymoon Retreat - Private and Quiet

Aug 28 – Sep 4

ﺩ.ﺇ871 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Southwest Harbor

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews

Robin's Nest with Water Views

Oct 20 – 27

ﺩ.ﺇ1,246 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Mount Desert

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Parker Farm House

May 14 – 21

ﺩ.ﺇ1,222 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Tremont

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews

The Island Ferry @ ACADIA NATIONAL PARK

Dec 6 – 13

ﺩ.ﺇ844 per night
Superhost

Home in Southwest Harbor

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Carriage House in Acadia, 5 minute walk into town

Aug 24 – 31

ﺩ.ﺇ3,248 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Mount Desert

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Yellow Farmhouse near Acadia Park Bar Harbor Maine

Nov 29 – Dec 6

ﺩ.ﺇ1,362 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Bar Harbor

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Moss Mountain Cottage - your home away from home

Oct 26 – Nov 2

ﺩ.ﺇ1,244 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Mount Desert

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Thelma's Garden Cottage

Jun 16 – 23

ﺩ.ﺇ838 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Bar Harbor

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

Family/Friends Getaway Hidden on Mt Desert Island

Oct 24 – 31

ﺩ.ﺇ1,985 per night

Southwest Harbor cabin rentals

Guest favorite

Cabin in Deer Isle

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Long Cove Artist Cottage

May 12 – 19

ﺩ.ﺇ410 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Eastbrook

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews

Hemlock Cabin.

Oct 31 – Nov 7

ﺩ.ﺇ474 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Mount Desert

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 267 reviews

Lakefront Cabin in Acadia National Park

Sep 3 – 10

ﺩ.ﺇ2,095 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Camden

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 702 reviews

Cozy Village Cottage

Nov 11 – 18

ﺩ.ﺇ461 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Bar Harbor

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviews

Acadia Woods Cabin - Bar Harbor

Apr 18 – 25

ﺩ.ﺇ789 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Bar Harbor

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 377 reviews

The Cordovan Cabin

Mar 13 – 20

ﺩ.ﺇ1,262 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Mount Desert

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

Treetop

Jun 7 – 14

ﺩ.ﺇ1,603 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Lamoine

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Simple Solitude Near Acadia

Dec 7 – 14

ﺩ.ﺇ506 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Bar Harbor

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 281 reviews

Eden on Norway

May 31 – Jun 5

ﺩ.ﺇ748 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Sullivan

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews

Private Waterfront Cabin off the Grid

Jul 27 – Aug 3

ﺩ.ﺇ399 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Lamoine

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews

The Perch - cozy cabin near Acadia

Oct 29 – Nov 5

ﺩ.ﺇ781 per night
Guest favorite

Cabin in Appleton

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 263 reviews

SMITTEN you will be - Hear Silence.

Feb 7 – 14

ﺩ.ﺇ601 per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Southwest Harbor

Total rentals

460 properties

Rentals with a pool

10 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

150 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

290 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

20K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

ﺩ.ﺇ110 before taxes and fees

Your guide to Southwest Harbor

All About Southwest Harbor

Southwest Harbor, a town just off the coast of northern Maine, is New England at its most picturesque, where streets lined with clapboard houses sit amid pine trees and where sailboats bob along the inlets of Somes Sound. Located on the southern shore of Mount Desert Island, the township is the more serene counterpart to bustling Bar Harbor on the island’s northeast side.

Take a stroll along the coast for idyllic views of the sound and Little Cranberry Island, a tiny, artistic community that can be reached by ferry. Turn inland and head downtown to explore classic New England shops selling local blueberry jam and tourmaline jewelry, as well as handmade crafts with a nautical theme. Settle in for dinner at one of the harborside restaurants, where you can enjoy Maine’s best-known staple — fresh lobster.

Just moments outside downtown is the 47,000-acre Acadia National Park, where you’ll find 158 miles of hiking trails and 27 miles of historic, scenic roads. The Great Head Trail takes you 1.7 miles along the coastline and through hardwood forests, passing by an early-1900s tea house. The area is also a popular spot for canoeing and kayaking, and you can paddle along the shoreline of Somes Sound while harbor seals and other marine life come to greet you.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Southwest Harbor

The islands off the Maine coast experience some dramatic shifts in weather conditions over the course of the year, from blustery and cold to appealing and sunny. The best time to visit Southwest Harbor is from June to September, when the weather is at its warmest, the heat moderated by ocean breezes. Fourth of July is a fun time to visit, as the town launches a fantastic fireworks display over the harbor. August is when you’ll see the least amount of rain and be able to enjoy the outdoors at its best.

While the fall months here are well known for the spectacular foliage, the temperature quickly becomes brisk and rainy — November is the rainiest month. Maine winters can be icy, with temperatures staying well below zero in December through February, intensified by stiff winds and lots of precipitation. The local community center counteracts the chill with a holiday celebration that features crafts and artistic performances.


Top things to do in Southwest Harbor

Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park, which covers half of Mount Desert Island, is known for its unspoiled expanses of rocky headlands, forests, and wetlands, which are protected from the Atlantic Ocean by high mountains. The old carriage roads running through the park weave through U-shaped valleys and past granite domes. The Southwest Harbor side of the park is less mountainous than the Bar Harbor side, but you can find several scenic, level trails that will lead you to picnic spots by the water.

Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse

The Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, which stands at the entrance to Bass Harbor and Blue Hill Bay, sits on a cliff on the very southern tip of Mount Desert Island within Acadia National Park. The structure dates back to 1855 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. Today, the lighthouse is a private home, but a path takes visitors up to the light and bell. While you are there, you can take the wooden steps to the granite boulders below to see the lighthouse from the harbor.

Great Cranberry Island

A short ferry trip will bring you from Southwest Harbor to Great Cranberry Island, just to the east of town. The largest of the Cranberry Isles, it measures just two miles long. You can visit the History Museum on the island, walk the beautiful trail to the shore, and cross over to tiny Crow Island on foot at low tide. A highlight of the year here is the Ladies Aid Fair, held annually in August since 1900, with handmade quilts on display and crafts and baked goods for sale.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in Southwest Harbor?

    Uncover the perfect home-away-from-home with our diverse selection of vacation rentals in Southwest Harbor. From over 180 house rentals, over 50 cottage rentals to over 30 cabin rentals, we've got you covered. For even more variety, explore our Airbnb Categories to find the ideal space for your getaway.

  • Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Southwest Harbor?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 150 vacation rentals in Southwest Harbor featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Southwest Harbor?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Southwest Harbor. Choose from more than 150 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • How much does it cost to stay in house rentals in Southwest Harbor?

    Experience the best of Southwest Harbor with our house rentals, starting at about $80 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Do house rentals in Southwest Harbor have self check-in?

    Absolutely! We offer over 90 house rentals with self check-in in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do house rentals in Southwest Harbor have wifi?

    Absolutely! We offer over 180 house rentals with wifi in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do house rentals in Southwest Harbor have a bbq area?

    Absolutely! We offer over 170 house rentals with a bbq area in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Are there family-friendly house rentals in Southwest Harbor?

    Southwest Harbor has more than 160 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

  • Are there Southwest Harbor vacation rentals on Airbnb with pools?

    Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 10 vacation homes with pools in Southwest Harbor, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!

  • What are the most popular amenities for House Rentals in Southwest Harbor?

    Enhance your stay in our House Rentals with the most popular amenities: over 90 homes with self check-in, over 170 homes with a bbq area, over 180 homes with wifi, and more. Indulge in the ultimate retreat, tailored to your preferences.

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