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Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens

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Marina
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Dining
Located on prestigious Clarke Point Road in Southwest Harbor, this charming cottage offers a serene escape with harbor views and beautiful gardens across the street. Relax on the front deck or unwind in a chaise lounge while taking in the sights of sailboats and lobster boats, then stroll to town for gourmet restaurants, upscale boutiques, specialty wine shops like Sawyers Market.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$962
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens

Our charming 2 bedroom cottage sits in Southwest Harbor on prestigious Clarke Point Road. It is across the street overlooking beautiful gardens with a view Of the harbor. It is situated halfway between the village and Beals Lobster Pound. Relax on the front deck for lunch or on the chaise lounge to read a book. Smell the salt air and enjoy peeks of lobster boats, sailboats, and the actions of a working harbor. The cottage is located right in town with sidewalks that meander down to the town dock, Two amazing lobster pounds with gorgeous views of the harbor, one of which is the famous Beals Lobster Pound. The historic Claremont Inn and gourmet restaurants are blocks away..No need for a car. You can walk to town and dine at gourmet restaurants, shop at upscale boutiques, specialty wine, cheese and historic Sawyers Market, a great library, and a playground for small children. You may also flag down the free Acadia Bus in front of the cottage for a ride to any part of the island: towns, hiking trails, movies. You can walk into town and rent a bike and load it up on the bus to be dropped off anywhere in route. The location allows for great independence for all, especially older children.

Acadia National Park mountain hikes: Flying Mountain, Perpendicular, Manset Mountain and others are a bike ride away or , a two mile walk or a 5 minute car ride away. Ocean swimming is a lovely 10 minute walk away. Great for adults and kids alike.
We have Kayaks you are welcome to use, but must have a vehicle to transport.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

$150 pet fee. If cottage is left with obvious dog hairs on furniture or on floors additional cleaning charges will be deducted from security deposit.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: There is a $150 fee no pet hairs are to be left

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great Location for small children

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

Property is also known as

Charming Overlooking Harbor G

About the area

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 29.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Vacationland Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens?

As of 3 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens on 25 Sept 2025 start from AU$962.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens located?

Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Southwest Harbor Cottage Overlooking Harbor and Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

Memorial Day weekend stay

Really enjoyed this cottage and location! Easy to get to Acadia and bar harbor, but southwest harbor in itself was a great location. Walking distance to great breakfast, dinner, and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Cute Place

Cute place and convenient in SW Harbor.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lai Shun M.

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

Cozy place near Acadia and Bar Harbor

Very welcoming, just enough room for a family and they even left us so local fruit jam on the table.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

quaint quiet cottage

loved being in walkable neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William J.

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

Acadia/Bar Harbor/Dessert Island Stay

The location was very convenient for exploring Bar Harbor and the National Park - Acadia. Checking in and out was very efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet street location; easy to walk to both dining and shopping. Also easy to drive to other areas of interest. Hosts had lots of books and other literature about the area available to read; they were very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrea w.

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

Mini vacation

The property was perfect for our stay. Marilynn was wonderful and even helped with our dogs when we were out! The only negative is our stay wasn’t long enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Last minute get away

We enjoyed our time in southwest harbor. Beautiful area! Nice to be away from all the hustle and bustle of the park. Would recommend the cottage for friends and family when they plan to come this way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

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

Perfect location

Nice to be on quiet side of Acadia. Location great. Could walk to a free EV charger. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Excellent location and proximity to Acadia

This cottage was perfect for our family of 4. Wonderful location, within walking distance to the marina and many restaurants. Clean and safe area with so much to do near by. We enjoyed staying in southwest harbor which is very close to the park, butich less busy then Bar Harbor. The hosts are helpful and have everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

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

Lovely stay in convenient, quiet location

Tidy, clean, very convenient to Southwest Harbor without being in the thick of it. We were in Acadia in the heart of tourist season and yet we didn't feel the brunt of it in this cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Wondèrful

This cozy little cottage had the perfect location with a gorgeous view of my favorite garden in SWH and the harbor beyond. It is a very short walk to restaurants and shops. We loved having fires in the woodstove. The kitchen was well appointed and the bed was comfortable. We definitely want to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muffie A., just outside of Orlando

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

Wonderful cozy cottage

My two teenage daughters and I had a wonderful stay in this cottage in Southwest Harbor. Both the owners and the accommodations were absolutely lovely! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

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

The BEST

We loved being in SW Harbor in this location...walkable to everything we wanted...Birds everywhere. Great recommendations from owner (who lives next door) on things to do and places to eat. This town is great because you are close to Acadia and Bar Harbor but it's way quieter and more peaceful for that Maine getaway. LOVED it and will stay here again on another visit!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

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

Lovely cottage

We so enjoyed our three night stay. The charming and clean cottage was perfect for exploring Acadia and only a short walk to the beautiful town of Southwest Harbor. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Feeling at home in Southwest Harbor

Our family enjoyed our week at the cottage. Marilynn is a perfect hostess and her cottage fit all our needs. Southwest Harbor is a perfect getaway. Great restaurants and the location is ideal. Would recommend to any small family looking to escape for awhile.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

kevin c.

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

Village life

Quiet well located Maine sea coast cottage. Dog friendly and walking distance to restaurants, bars and restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Debbora A.

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

Acadia week-end

This was a convenient location and a good value. We used the home as "base camp" and explored all day long.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful location walking distance to shops and restaurants, lobster and the water. Cute little town with friendly folks and great access to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The host/owners were very helpful and gave us some tips on where to go and what to do. The cottage is perfect for up to 4 people who can share 1 bath. Well appointed with everything we needed and the Washer dryer were an added bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art B.

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

Nice cottage on the quiet west side

Very pleasant - washer/dryer a big plus! Enjoyed hiking around the "Quiet" side of Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Wonderful experience

Marylin and Gary were wonderful hosts and very helpful in telling us about local places to go, especially an off-leash dog walking area. The place was immaculate and conveniently located.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Carola M.

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

celebrating end of Summer

My adult son and I spent a week at this location. We enjoyed the close proximity to the town and the ability to walk in town for coffee or dinner. The home itself was very clean and the bedrooms were very comfortable. We wished the living room furniture was more comfortable. Hosts were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Lovely Southwest Harbor Cottage!

Perfect little cottage in Southwest Harbor, had everything we needed. Wonderful location, a short walk to several good restaurants and two great lobster pounds. Marilynn is a gracious host who offered lots of helpful tips and suggestions. Would definitely stay here again on our next trip to Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Wonderful Stay in Southwest Harbor

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage in Southwest Harbor. The cottage was lovely, very clean and had everything we needed. Marilynn was friendly and offered some great suggestions on places to visit and things to do. We were thrilled with our stay and sad to leave. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

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

Great location and gracious hosts

We loved this cottage’s proximity to all that Southwest Harbor and Acadia has to offer, and it had everything we needed for our working vacation. The hosts made our stay even better, offering recommendations and tips for what to see and do. They were incredibly responsive and we are glad to have found this property. Comfortable beds, clean linens, and pleasant front porch, just enough space for our family of 4.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022