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Family/Friends Getaway Hidden on Mt Desert Island
Escape to our enchanting woodland retreat on MDI, surrounded by Acadia National Park. Secluded at the end of a dirt road, our home borders the 2000-acre Kitteridge Brook forest. Discover tranquility with 3 miles of private trails right outside your door. Ideal for exploring Acadia's magic, our 3-bedroom home features an open concept kitchen, living, and dining area, along with a spacious deck. Perfect for large families or two small families, experience the ultimate oasis in the heart of nature.

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

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.

Sunny Waterfront Home Overlooking Blueberry Field
5 acres of lawns, gardens, and meadows and a gentle rocky beach on Blue Hill's Salt Pond, a protected inlet of the Atlantic Ocean. The house faces south towards the water and overlooks a gorgeous blueberry field that turns a majestic shade of deep red in the fall. Please feel free to reach out with us for more information or to inquire about a longer term booking. The house has two bedrooms and baths on the main level and an two additional bedrooms, bathroom, and living space downstairs.

Quiet side ranch home SW Harbor. Prime MDI locale
This comfortable home named the Autumn Lodge located in the lively picturesque village of Southwest Harbor can be enjoyed year round. Classic ranch home with open updated design and decorated with the colors of fall. Fully equipped kitchen with granite counters, dishwasher, and informal kitchen dining on the bar. Gas log fireplace. Private outdoor space. Harbor frontage on opposite side of the street. In town location walkable to restaurants & shops. Check out my other listing.

Evergreen Hill in Acadia National Park
Evergreen Hill is a cheery cedar cape set up on a private half acre of fir and native blueberry. Just a mile from Acadia trails and beaches, this humble cottage has a peaceful island vibe, relaxing family spaces, a fenced yard, and great front porch, with no dog or cleaning fee. Eat lobster year round, visit Bar Harbor, take the family on a boat ride to see Mount Desert Island's 26 peaks from the water. Come in winter to work and play, hike the snow covered mountains, ice skate and XC ski.

CLEAN, spacious, each BR has private full bathroom
This 3 bedroom 3.5 bath home (each bedroom with its own full bathroom) is situated in a private, wooded setting on the edge of Southwest Harbor's bustling village. All on one level, it offers sophisticated yet comfortable furnishings in an open floor plan design. Each bedroom has a full bath. It’s close to several Acadia National Park access points (Long Pond and Echo Lake are both within a 5 minute drive). This home offers extra wide doorways accomodating those with mobility issues.

Water's Edge-Oceanfront with Stellar View
Water’s Edge offers panoramic coastal water views in a 2-Bedroom+Loft, 1-Bath vacation cottage located feet from the shore. Ideally located between Acadia National Park’s Schoodic Peninsula and Mt Desert Island, your serene cottage has private access to the coast with wonderful views of Frechman Bay and Cadillac Mountain. Explore all the beauty of Acadia National Park, climb local mountains, kayak the Mt Desert Narrows or just watch the tides and mountains from your private deck!

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

NEH Estate: Walk to town, shops and harbor
**House is located in Northeast Harbor, not Mount Desert** Welcome to Into the Woods! This residence is a 6500 square foot executive home has the qualities of a Timber Frame home and Rocky Mountain log home. Perfect for large parties and reunions and is dog friendly (with additional fee). Minimum 3 night stay. 7 nights in Summer (Sat-Sat June 20-Labor Day weekend, 2026) ***DOGS ALLOWED ONLY IF APPROVED IN ADVANCE, $50/night/dog*** *NO SMOKING anywhere on the property**

Hulls Cove Hideaway.
Located about a 1/4 from groomed X-country ski trails. Thank you for considering the Hideaway for you stay. The house is well equipped for your comfort. Located near the Hulls Cove park entrance and beach. The calendar does reflect availability, please believe the calendar, if it won't let you book the dates you are looking for that does mean it is not available. We are dog friendly, however we do not accept cats for allergic reasons.

Hot Tub Art Sail Loft. Swans Island
Experience the beauty of nature in this art lovers abode. The dynamic brushstrokes and colors create an atmosphere of tranquility, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking inspiration and a connection with nature. Just steps to fisherman’s cooperative with daily catch lobsters. Walk to the lighthouse or lay back in the hot tub after you drink your coffee in the widows walk with harbor views.
Popular amenities for Southwest Harbor house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Higgins Retreat Quiet Country Cape

Coastal Retreat with Pool and Cheerful Vibes

The Jarvis Homestead | Historic Maine Mansion

Acadia get away.! With pool and hot tub

3-BR Serene Waterfront Home with In-Ground Pool

1798 - Spacious - Sleeps 10 - On Morgan Bay

Close to Acadia National Park

The Haven at Hadley's
Weekly house rentals

Duck Cove Get Away

Garage, a Modern Oasis

4 BR Waterfront Unique House + Dock! [Osprey Cove]

BarHarbor Cedar Chalet - Ocean view- 10 min Acadia

Villa Acadia w/ Mountain Views

Tranquil View Cottage + Cabin

Four Winds Cottage

Oceanfront Chalet: Hot tub, Game Room, Arcade
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Southwest Harbor | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | A/C | W/D

A Real Gem - Views, Near Acadia

Duck Cove Farmhouse, Mt. Desert Island

Hidden Gem at Acadia

Amazing harbor views in Southwest Harbor

Waterfall Oasis Near Harbor, 15 miles to Acadia

Long Pond Lodge

Casa on the Bagaduce River
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.ﺇ1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,010 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,201 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,436 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,807 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,744 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,396 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,285 | ﺩ.ﺇ933 | ﺩ.ﺇ933 |
| 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 vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ404 per night before taxes and fees

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4.9 Average rating
Southwest Harbor stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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