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Maine Forest Home · Downtown SW Harbor 3 Minute Drive · Near Acadia Trails

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Outdoor dining
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
Marina
Dining
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Cadillac Mountain
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southwest Harbor

With a stay at this vacation home in Southwest Harbor, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum. .This family-friendly vacation home is 15.4 mi (24.7 km) from Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and 15.9 mi (25.5 km) from Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co.
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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 20 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 22 min drive - 19.4 miles
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 24 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 34 min drive - 22.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬4 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.

Maine Forest Home · Downtown SW Harbor 3 Minute Drive · Near Acadia Trails

Surrounded by 8 acres of private pine forest, bordering Acadia National Park, with Ship Harbor Trail and Wonderland Trail just 6 minutes from the front door — this is the quiet side of Mount Desert Island at its best. A brand-new outdoor living space and zero neighbors make it feel like the island is yours.

The Outdoor Space: (New Spring 2026) The heart of this property is outside. A large wood deck, paver patio,
cedar pergola with outdoor dining, gas grill, and solar lighting scattered throughout. The western exposure delivers Maine's famous cotton candy sunsets from your backyard. After a day on Acadia's trails, come back and grill dinner under the pergola — it's that kind of place.

The House: A comfortable two-story home sleeping up to 8, plus a full pull-out sleeper in the family room to accommodate 2 extra guest up to 10 total (fee applies). Downstairs: queen bedroom, tiled shower with double vanity, open kitchen and dining room (seats 6, expands to 8). Upstairs: two bedrooms (queen + twin/double/twin trundle combo) and a second bathroom with a tub.
Room-darkening curtains and window AC in every bedroom.

For Families: Stroller, Pack & Play, high chair, Magna tiles, board games, and children's books are all here. Our grandkids built a "ground house" out back — yours will find it. With 8 private acres, children have room to actually roam.

The Location Southwest Harbor is the quiet side of Mount Desert Island — less crowded, more authentic, and with its own spectacular Acadia access. Ship Harbor and Wonderland Trails are 6 minutes away. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse is minutes from the door. The village of Southwest Harbor — great restaurants, working waterfront — is 1.5 miles. The main park (Jordan Pond, Cadillac Mountain) is a 30 minute drive.

In October, fall foliage and uncrowded trails make this one of the best times to visit.

Happy Travels — Jeff & Gerry

Please Note: Guests are required to sign a separate rental agreement within [48 hours] of booking. A copy of this agreement will be sent to you via email or messaging upon booking confirmation.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used

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 9:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement. Security Deposit Required of $500. Minimum age to rent is 21.
Renter Agreement must be signed within 48 hours after booking or 3 hrs prior to check in. Refunds processed via check only.
NO Smoking. NO parties/events. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM - 07:00 AM.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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Maine Forest Home · Downtown SW Harbor 3 Minute Drive · Near Acadia Trails Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great location and house

Clean, comfortable house. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ac, pet friendly, family friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was secluded. Saw deer & fox outside the vrbo in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

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

The Quiet Side of MDI

Tucked away off the road, in a great location on the "quiet side", away from the crowds of Bar Harbor. Easy access as a home base to explore Acadia and all the island has to offer. Had a great time visiting Maine on our family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jcg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just excellent and exceptionally responsive host. Lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spotless and exceedingly quiet. Location less than 30 minutes from anyplace on Mt Dessert Island.We loved having the friendly Gotts Market 3 minutes awayOur host responded promptly and took care of any issue immediately,
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

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

Visit to Acadia

Excellent location to access the main areas of Acadia and especially on Southwest Harbor side. The house was a little tricky to find via GPS but instructions to look for Gotts market were helpful. Several rooms have air conditioners, which can be helpful as middle of summer can be warm. Very comfortably furnished!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Exceptional stay

Beautiful home in a peaceful location a bit back in the woods away from the main road. Daily visit from a local doe and my daughter even saw a fox. Everything was cozy and comfortable. Easy check-in and the home has everything you would need. Bedrooms were comfortable and shower water pressure and heat was great. Strong WiFi signal. And communication with the owner was always quick and easy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rupam C.

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

Great property, very responsive owner

The house is completely secluded, quite a distance from the road but very close to a gas station and a store, which made it an ideal location for us.The house is very well maintained with all amenities and well stocked. The owner was very responsive and helpful. She would reply within 5 minutes of a message.We had a great stay and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Private retreat.

The house was tucked away off the road in a large opening surrounded by trees. A few deer would visit daily. There were 4 adults in our party. It was nice to relax in the morning having coffee and siting on the outside deck. There are a couple lobster pounds nearby that are excellent. The town of Bar Harbor is about a 30-minute drive. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the PERFECT spot for my family and I to stay while exchanging vows in Acadia. The host was very easy to communicate with. The house was everything we needed but the best part was the privacy. It’s completely hidden off of the road and no neighbors on top of you. Deer came to visit us every day which elevated the experience. We had my 15 month old son with us and the house was very accommodating for him too. Love that we didn’t have to bring a pack and play or high chair as it was already there! The Southwest Harbor side of the island was the ideal location for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025