At Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage., you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.
Welcome to Harborside Cottage! Harborside Cottage overlooks the working harbor and is within 2.5 miles of 4 restaurants, 2 gas station/convenience stores, the Swan’s Island and Frenchboro Ferry terminal, Island Explorer bus pickup and drop-off, Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Light House and so much more. Plus, only 17 miles to Bar Harbor! Whether you are visiting for shopping, biking, hiking, kayaking, exploring, sightseeing, the rich history of our island or pure relaxation, Harborside puts you in a great place to access them all. There are numerous places to rent bikes, kayaks and canoes as well as multiple boat excursions and tours to choose from. Acadia National Park covers half the island and is home to many famous attractions. Cadillac is the tallest mountain on the eastern seaboard and a great place to see the sunrise. Thunder Hole is very impressive to visit at high tide, while Sand Beach is a beautiful destination to relax or hike Great Head. Stop by Jordan Pond House for tea and Popovers while overlooking the parks deepest lake at 150 feet, a tradition since 1893. There are too many destinations in Acadia to list, you will have to explore them all for yourself. This ranch style with a wraparound porch has a walk out basement that is steps from its own working wharf. Inside this home that sleeps 8, you will find a full Kitchen equipped with everything you need no matter what meal, snack or drink you are preparing! The dining room holds an over sized, handmade table, giving way to views of the peaceful harbor. This is a great place to unwind from your day of exploring while witnessing the most spectacular sunsets. Down the hall you will find the first-floor bathroom with shower. The Crow’s Nest den has a flat screen tv and a twin daybed, with matching pop up trundle. These can be used as two twin beds or combined with bridging mattress pad to form a king size bed, for extra sleeping. The den also has its own ½ bath. The mate’s quarters on the first floor overlooks the harbor and has a cozy queen size bed. Downstairs to your left is the living room with a flat screen tv, couches and a double futon, as well as a dry bar with a second coffee maker and mini fridge. Here is where the sliding glass doors open to the backyard and down to your own beach and the tidal wharf. At the back of the living room a full bath and laundry room. To the right of the living room is the Captain’s Quarters with windows looking down to the beach and a firm, but comfy king size bed. Upon your arrival you will find a tour basket with information from our local business’s, menu’s, maps and miscellaneous info about the cottage. The cottage has wifi, smart tv’s with apps and local channels. The last test of our internet speed came back with Download: 219.1 mbps, upload: 9.23mbps and Latency: 60ms. You won't regret a stay at Harborside!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Dock
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Smartphone
Location highlights
In a village
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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 to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
A detailed copy of the rental agreement will be emailed after booking to fill out, sign and return.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Contact owner
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Contact owner
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Bass Harbor travel guide
Is Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful sunsets and relaxing days, are waiting for you at Harborside Cottage. located?
Located in Bass Harbor, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 2 mi (3 km) of Acadia National Park, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Wonderland Trail Trailhead is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.
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We could not have enjoyed our stay anymore than we did! The house was just as described, the views were beautiful! The home had everything we needed for our stay plus some. The owner was very responsive, and the location was perfect for visiting Acadia and Bar Harbor, and then returning to the peaceful side of the island.
Property was clean and well equipped. Location is excellent with great sunsets. Owner was very attentive. We hope to be able to return someday, it was a very enjoyable vacation.
Clean and spacious property with everything we needed to have a great week for our family of 5. Reasonable driving distance to everything. Enjoyed being able to go out at low tide and explore. Hosts were welcoming and communicative. They made sure the cottage had everything you needed. Would definitely recommend
This house sits on a fantastic location. It is far enough away from the tourist “hub-bub”, but close enough to touch everything Acadia Ntl Park and Mt Desert Island have to offer. There are peaceful sunsets, a view of the lobster boats and tide activity, and access to great food. The house is a very comfortable place to land for a week! The Host provided great info for the stay as well as things to do. We would love to stay here again in the future.
The property was as advertised. It is in a wonderful location, close to Acadia and Bar Harbor but far enough that it's fairly quiet. The house itself was in immaculate condition. It was nice to sit outside and look at fishing boats or the deer that wandered into the yard each night and morning.
Harborside Cottage was amazing! We had to change plans for our honeymoon on short notice and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. Not only was the property available on short notice but it was spacious, clean, stylish, and very homey with a great waterfront view. It felt like our home away from home. Elean was an awesome host with great communication leading up to and throughout our stay. I highly recommend staying at Harborside Cottage if you’re planning a trip to Maine!
Great location if wanting to take advantage of the quiet side of the Island. Property was exactly as described and very well appointed… it had all the pots/pans/utensils needed. Sunsets were simply amazing. The harbor view was spectacular. great to have the outdoor space to simply enjoy 'being there'. Great communication with owner. A+ all around!
Elean was gracious and attentive to our needs for our entire stay. Cottage is out of the way enough to be quiet and cozy, but at the same time close enough to all the area attractions to be a great launch point.
Cottage is very comfortable and well maintained. Kitchen is equipped very nicely for the evenings that you don't go out.
We highly recommend this spot!!
Mike & Melinda
Bottom line - we loved it! Everything was comfy and clean. We loved waking up and having coffee on the deck overlooking the water. The property is on the quieter side of MDI, but there was still so much to do! Ample supplies in the kitchen, but no dishwasher. We ate out a lot so we didnt have to wash too many dishes. At high tide we jumped off the wharf with our kids and had so much fun! Overall 5*!
Have spent many fall seasons at Acadia, but this accommodation was one of the best. The view was unparalleled, and when you’re stuck for a week due to Covid, the view is even more important! Our hosts were very responsive anytime we had a question. We had a power outage while on the island, and before we woke up, we had the necessary items to get us through that power outage. The cottage is outfitted very well, the kitchen has anything and everything you can need. Plenty of bathrooms, beautiful deck, and the surroundings were lovely. We will stay there again on our next visit! Thank you, Elean and family.
This was an absolutely beautiful place. Off the beaten path, which was nice for calm evenings - after being in Bar Harbor during the days. We were 7 people and this place was plenty big. So clean - that really stood out to us. Highly recommend to any family heading to Bar Harbor/Acadia.
The house is exactly as described and a peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of Bar harbor. The host was helpful and prompt in answering any questions we had. Our family of 4 along with my parents fit comfortably in this home and created lasting memories of Maine.
We had a great time at this property. The house was very charming and clean. The sunsets are spectacular. We enjoyed lobster twice that the owners dropped off for us. We slept in the downstairs bedroom with the king bed and it was probably the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in. Its an ideal location, close to downtown Bar Harbor and several other quaint little villages.
My wife and l had a wonderful week here in this beautiful spot on the western side of Bass Harbor, where the sunsets are gorgeous and the kayaking couldn’t be better. Elean, the host is terrific. She went out of her way to make our stay enjoyable.
This was just right for us. Quiet Side location on the water was so serene and relaxing. Enjoyed all the amenities, especially fire pit and roasting marshmallows in the evenings. Got some of the best sleep in ages - very quiet at night. Stones throw from SW Harbor and all there is to feast on there. Really appreciated being able to easily access Bar Harbor without having to be in the thick of it and related crowds. Hope to return soon.
Enjoyed our week long stay at the cottage. The location of the house provides beautiful sunsets, early morning fog in the bay, and the ebb and flow of the tide. The home was conveniently located on the quietside of the island with nearby hikes. A trip to Bar Harbor was 30 minutes but the Quietside provides plenty of dining and shopping opportunities. We appreciated the kitchen had some pantry items along with laundry supplies. The owner checked in with us several times during the week. Would definitely recommend this location for your trip.