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Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot — Panoramic Luxury!
Escape to your private waterfront retreat where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage style home rests on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the tide. Enjoy a sun-filled interior with cherry floors, a gourmet kitchen, and a private deck for sunrise coffee or evening wine. Wake to sweeping Penobscot River views & unwind by the fire pit at river’s edge. Just 12 minutes to downtown Bangor, with easy access to urban amenities, Bar Harbor, and Acadia Park. @cozycottageinme

"Schoolhouse," a Boutique Home & Writer's Studio
Formerly a schoolhouse on the "quietside" of MDI, this home was redesigned by a NYC architect (Wake), and sits a block from the harbor in Manset, home of Acadia National Park. An additional exterior dwelling accommodates guests who desire an "away space" for work or solitude between hikes and al fresco dining. Bosch and Cafe appliances, local original art, Ann Sacks tiles, the finest linens & custom woodwork celebrate this home in a Scandinavian modern vibe. Vespa charging. Room for 1-2 cars.

Southwest Harbor Hideaway in the Woods of Acadia
This eclectic buoy wonderland is the perfect hub for your vacation! Great for families & groups. 2 primary suites w/ king beds, king-bunk room & air-conditioning throughout, nestled in the woods on the Quietside of Mount Desert Island! Amazing backyard entertaining area. Tons of amenities: kayaks, paddleboards, bikes, cornhole, & large firepit w/ firewood! Private yet convenient - close to the ocean, hikes, downtown SW Harbor, 5min to Acadia's Seawall, Bass Harbor Light, Echo Lake Beach & more.

Old Acadia Ranger Yurt at Long Pond
Newly Constructed. Old Acadia Ranger Yurt, a 25 ft. Yurt nestled in the pine and maple forest 1/4 mile from Long Pond and Acadia National Park hiking trails. New construction includes a full bath with a large walk-in shower, kitchen with gas stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, dinette table w/ seating. Bedding includes, 1 Queen sized bed, 1-fold down double couch, Queen bed in loft, and 1 rollaway cot. Towels and bedding provided. Four (4) guests only (no exceptions). Pets are not permitted.

Southwest Harbor Cottage
Enjoy unparalleled views of bustling Southwest Harbor and the beauty of Acadia National Park from the comfort of Eagle's Nest. Perched on a granite cliff, this thoughtfully designed little home provides for your every need. For anything else, take the ten minute stroll into the village, where you'll find plenty of local shops and restaurants. You can access the water via a set of stairs leading from the property to the shoreline. End your days on the deck and keep your eyes peeled for seals!

Seaside Cottage, Southwest Harbor & Acadia
Our cozy family cottage on the "Quiet Side" of Mount Desert Island has panoramic views of Southwest Harbor and the Cranberry Islands. Watch the tide and boats come and go from your bed! High tide splashes below the cantilevered deck. Quaint downtown shopping & dining is just 3/10 mile along a sidewalk. Several access points to Acadia National Park less than 5 miles away; downtown Bar Harbor is a 25 minute drive. The cottage is ideal for couples or families with supervised children.

Artsy Tiny House & Cedar Sauna
Our family is excited to share our tiny house with you! Located on our artist collective farm, this is our favorite place on earth. It’s off grid, cottage core, and has a beautiful & fragrant cedar sauna. We are 27 minutes from Acadia National Park and surrounded by truly gorgeous local beaches. We offer super comfy beds, an outdoor shower, twinkle lights, summer nights filled with fireflies, bright maples in the fall, and cozy winter movie nights in a bed alcove like on a boat.

Seawall Cabin - Peaceful woods retreat in Acadia
Enjoy the peace, tranquility, and solitude of your private and secluded luxury cabin tucked into the woods and just minutes away from the ocean and some of Acadia's best oceanside views and hikes. A true nature retreat. Listen to the ocean waves and the clang of buoy bells around the fire pit at night. The charming town of Southwest Harbor is 7 minutes away. Walk to the legendary Charlotte's Lobster Pound at the end of the road. Easy and beautiful 25 minute drive to Bar Harbor.

Hulls Cove Cottage
Settled right outside Hulls Cove Village and its entrance to Acadia National Park, this lovely, cozy cottage is minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and its shopping, restaurants, kayaking and other activities. A classic New England shingled cape, you'll feel right at home in the updated living space, with an upstairs queen bedroom, loft with twin beds, and private backyard. Centrally located to take advantage of everything Mt. Desert Island has to offer! Registration #VR1R25-047

Cheerful 3-Bedroom Cottage moments from ocean
Mimi's Cottage is your getaway home located in the heart of Mount Desert Island. Acadia National Park is next door, as well as lighthouses, the ocean, and many outdoor activities for the whole family. We offer a welcoming rental experience for large and small groups. We are within moments of the ocean and our quaint little village of Southwest Harbor. Mimi's Cottage is thoughtfully furnished for young and old, and offers the perfect space for your Downeast Maine adventures.

Duck Cove Apartment
Enjoy salty sea air when you stay at this vacation rental apartment in Bernard, Maine! Bring along your own kayaks to take advantage of the waterfront property. Just a few miles from Acadia National Park and a 20-minute drive to Bar Harbor , the space allows you and your favorite travel companions to explore the beautiful surroundings with ease! It doesn't get any better than beautiful ocean views, direct water access, and the best lobster in the country;

40 Acre Wooded Paradise w/ Firepit Near Acadia
🌲 Welcome To Rocky Roods Cabin 🌲 Nestled In A Clearing and Surrounded By Woods, You'll Find Our Serene & Modern Log Cabin Awaiting Your Adventurous Spirit. Experience 40 Acres Of Privacy w/ On-Site Hiking Trails , Deeded Beach Access and Land Untouched By Light Pollution Where The Night Sky Shines Bright Around Your Own Wood-Burning Outdoor Firepit! 🎅 Ho, Ho Ho...Tis The Season 🎅 Rocky Woods Cabin Will Be Decorated For The Holidays Through December!
Popular amenities for Southwest Harbor beach access rentals
Apartment rentals with beach access

Meadow View Cottage- New, Peaceful, Trail to Beach

Nest:a place of rest, retreat, or lodging

Tapley Farm Waterfront Apartment, Acadia, Pets

Downtown waterfront Belfast with amazing views.

Oddfellows Hall-Second Floor

Lovely two bedroom detached apartment.

Harbor Views - powered by the Sun

Bright & Spacious Waterview Haven Downtown Belfast
House rentals with beach access

Coveside Lakehouse on Sandy Point

Cabin on the rocks

Timber Point – Secluded Waterfront Oasis

Waterfront with Hot Tub

Lamoine Modern

Green's Landing on Branch Lake

The Maine Getaway - Lakefront with Beach

The Cozy Cottage right on Acadia National Park
Condo rentals with beach access

Harbor Heights

Toddy Haven: A Lakeside Condo Near Acadia.

Acadia Basecamp 6| Walk to Lobster, Coffee, Bakery

Acadia Basecamp | Walk to Lobster,Coffee+Bakery 2

Harbor View Cottage Unit A 2 bedroom downtown

Secluded 2BR with Beach Access! [Carriage House]

Acadia Basecamp| Walk to Lobster, Coffee, Bakery 8

Acadia Basecamp | Walk to Lobster, Coffee – Unit 1
When is the best time to visit Southwest Harbor?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ826 | ﺩ.ﺇ757 | ﺩ.ﺇ804 | ﺩ.ﺇ812 | ﺩ.ﺇ948 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,102 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,205 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,241 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,098 | ﺩ.ﺇ984 | ﺩ.ﺇ757 | ﺩ.ﺇ878 |
| Avg. temp | -7°C | -6°C | -1°C | 6°C | 13°C | 18°C | 21°C | 20°C | 16°C | 9°C | 3°C | -3°C |
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Southwest Harbor stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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- Acadia National Park
- Northeast Harbour Golf Club
- Acadia National Park Pond
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