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Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia

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A room with large windows overlooking a lake, a wooden floor, a black chair, and a television. - Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia (Tremont)
A cozy living room with two blue armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a TV in the background. - Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia (Tremont)
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding door leading to another room. - Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia (Tremont)
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Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia provides laundry facilities and more. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as kayaking and boating, at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia

  • Tides Cottage is a beautifully situated waterfront retreat on a quiet tidal inlet in Bass Harbor near Acadia National Park. Designed for comfort and relaxation, this inviting coastal cottage offers peaceful water views, modern amenities, and the perfect location for exploring the quieter side of Mount Desert Island.

    The home features 3 bedrooms, each with it's own private bath, comfortably accommodating up to 6 people. The king bedroom includes a newly renovated tile walk-in shower, the twin bedroom also offers new tile walk-in shower and the queen bedroom features a shower stall.

    The open kitchen, dining, and living area is filled with natural light from vaulted ceilings and large windows facing east over the water. Relax by the cozy wood-burning fireplace after a day exploring Acadia or enjoy the comfort of both heating and air conditioning throughout the home.

    Outdoor living is just as special at Tides. The deck offers comfortable seating for morning coffee, waterfront dining, or taking in beautiful sunrises. Just off the front porch, guests can gather around the wood burning fire pit and enjoy meals off the grill at the picnic table.

    Guests also have access to a shared dock with the neighboring cottage, complete with kayaks and a rowboat. Conveniently located within walking distance of Archies lobster and close to many Acadia National Park hiking trails, Tides is also just three miles from the center of Southwest Harbor where you will find shops and restaurants.

    Whether you're seeking adventure in Acadia or a quiet place to unwind by the water, Tides Cottage is the perfect Maine coastal getaway

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About the area

Located in Bass Harbor, this cottage is near a water park and on the waterfront. 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. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Naturalist's Notebook are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Bass Harbor travel guide
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Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • A lighthouse on a rocky hill with a forested background.
    Acadia National Park
    1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • A lighthouse on a rocky cliff by the sea, with trees and a clear sky.
    Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead
    6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum
    7 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Salty Fisherman
  • Beal's Lobster Pier
    7 min drive
  • Thurston's Lobster Pound
    4 min drive
  • Archie’s Lobster
    15 min walk
  • The Upper Deck
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Acadia National Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Tides-oceanfront cottage near Acadia Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures did not do the house or scenery justice. It was perfect in every way! We will definitely be back. The host was so nice and accommodating. We loved the location away from bar harbor but also close to the national park. We loved our stay here and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with beautiful views. Close enough to restaurants and attractions . Well stocked kitchen and plenty of space overall. The wheeled luggage cart was was a welcome addition as well. Overall an enjoyable stay and if we revisit the area would stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved it!

The cottage and location was great. Quiet but close to trails and larger towns. Enjoyed the use of kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cottage on Bass Harbor

My wife and I throughly enjoyed our stay. Well appointed cottage with remarkable views of the harbor! Great place to stay to explore MDI and Bar Harbor. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Acadia

We had a lovely time visiting Acadia. We enjoyed being on the “quiet side” !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Family vacation w/ adult kids

Absolutely loved the cottage and the waterfront location! Having coffee looking out over the water was so peaceful. Nicely renovated and found everything we needed. Not too far from Bar Harbor or Acadia landmarks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This property perfectly met our needs as a family of 5. I was very impressed with how clean it was! We’ve rented many houses in various locations and this was probably the cleanest yet!! The kitchen was well equipped which we appreciated since we like to save some money on meals. If you are looking to do a lot at Acadia you should plan accordingly- took us about 25 minutes each way to get there and to bar harbor. I didn’t really think it was a big deal and since it was our first time as a family I didn’t know. It does add up. If you’re planning on being out all day and are prepared to do so it’s not a big deal. I do appreciate the quiet of this side of the island! We were pretty active with our three kids though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place

Views lovely over the water. Open common area with kitchen/living space great for spending time with our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful Vacation Property

Very nice property. Very scenic location. Quiet and secluded. Everything that you need is provided, even binoculars to view the wildlife. Wonderful vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful week staying at this property. The area was very quiet, and the house was clean. The entire process (checking in and out) was seamless. If we ever come back to the area, we know where we will be staying! We have no negatives to say about this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Maine Experience

This property is clean, well kept, and has amazing views. It feels like a wilderness experience while also providing all of the modern amenities of a home and access to the surrounding area. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely!

Great cabin with amazing waterfront view and great location. Awesome bird watching - we saw herons, egrets, loons, ducks, and osprey. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

This cottage was both well-appointed and clean, and also so quite and serene. We would absolutely come back! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

This house was so perfect for our needs. The views are unmatched! Beds and linens were super clean and comfortable. Close to everything. Our expectations were highly exceeded!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quite Side!!!

Amazing cozy cabin on the quite side that was great for our family. We spent time kayaking everyday and enjoying a more relaxed trip to MDI.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place

We enjoyed our stay on the quiet side. Great views, clean, comfortable place. No problems. Will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip to the Quiet Side of MDI

Our stay at the Tides Cottage was great! The property was in a great location with amazing views. The house was clean and as describes the owners listing. The check-in/check-out process was very easy. We look forward to coming back to this part of MDI soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice small waterfront 3BR/3BA cottage that was great for 4 adults and two kids. There was a lobster pound within walking distance of the cottage too! Beds were comfortable and it was nice having en-suite bathrooms with each bedroom. The only negatives are: 1. two of the bedrooms have no air conditioning so on hot days it will be uncomfortable; 2. Two of the bathroom showers have no doors making it nearly impossible to not get water on the bathroom floors. 3. There is absolutely no “horizontal space” in the King Bedroom and bathroom except the two night stands and a suitcase stand. We had to place some items on the floor. 4. King bed bathroom sink is tiny (like something you see on an airplane) with no horizontal space for your toiletries. Other than that, everything was great…
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute Little Cottage!

We enjoyed our stay! Everything we needed was there already. We didn’t really use the kayaks like we thought we would though because the timing of low tide didn’t really work with the other things we had scheduled for our stay, but it’s a cute place in a quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great location-peaceful setting

We enjoyed The Tides Cottage immensely! The location is beautiful—we loved watching the birds and the effect of the tides. Mornings and evenings on the deck were delightful. The cottage is lovely, well equipped, and convenient to wonderful attractions but away from the bustle. Southwest Harbor is a friendly&fun place, Acadia always gorgeous, and the Bass Harbor Cruises provided a fantastic nature tour.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great Little Cottage

We enjoyed our four nights at the cottage. It was very clean, well-maintained, and had some great touches - like the cabinet lighting in the kitchen and beautiful quartz countertops. The view from the deck was amazing, and we enjoyed watching the seagulls, ducks and geese in the mornings and evenings. The cottage was extremely close to Acadia National Park, allowing us access to multiple trail heads on the quiet side of MDI. Overall, a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The great add

Really enjoyed our stay at Tides Cottage. Lots of hiking and biking and kayaking. Ate lots of lobster from Thurstons and Charlotte’s and steamed our own on two nights. Ate marshmallows outside at the fire pit. The cottage was clean and peaceful and pretty conveniently located.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation at Acadia

It was great !! Clean,beautiful,and relaxing. Stacy was a wonderful host . Communication was spot on with her responding promptly. Even when I had a question about my reservation I received a phone call from her . Thank You Stacy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay at Tides Cottage!

My husband and I absolutely loved our stay at Tides Cottage! It was the perfect place for us and our friends to unwind, relax and enjoy the beauty of MDI. The cottage has a gorgeous view of the ocean and we spent many afternoons sitting on the deck overlooking the water, listening to the birds and enjoying the Maine weather while sipping a glass of wine or bourbon. The recently updated kitchen was well equipped to allow us to cook our own meals, and having a gas grill was a huge plus! Centrally located to most attractions, the location could not have been more perfect for our vacation. We would certainly stay here again in a heart beat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location to relax and adventure

Tides offered a delightful retreat tucked away amidst the woodland by the waterfront. We cherished the captivating sunrises and the refreshing, comfortable climate that made us feel right at home. Its convenient proximity, just a 40-minute drive to Bar Harbor and near Acadia Park, made it an ideal base for our explorations. A highlight of our trip was a visit to Jordan Pond House, where we indulged in their mouthwatering popovers; the lobster popover was truly extraordinary. We also ventured on a scenic two-hour drive to Lubec, a charming coastal town nestled near the Canadian border. The journey itself was a feast for the eyes, and the destination proved equally enchanting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023