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The Bungalow

Holiday home with kitchen, near Acadia National Park

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Nestled near Acadia National Park, The Bungalow is a cozy retreat perfect for two. Unwind in the great outdoor sitting area with bar table and chairs, or take advantage of multiple park access points within 2 miles.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • 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.

The Bungalow

The Bungalow is the perfect spot for your Acadia National Park getaway. Perfect for two people, this cozy, newly renovated and well appointed apartment will provide a relaxing spot to enjoy your vacation. Multiple park access points are within 2 miles, Bar Harbor and the Park Loop Road are 20 minutes away. Need accommodations for multiple families - 3 townhouses are also available on the property. 3 night minimum stay unless otherwise indicated on the calendar. Air conditioning recently added..

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

Pets not 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
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, 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

Property is also known as

The Bungalow Southwest Harbor
The Bungalow Private vacation home
The Bungalow Private vacation home Southwest Harbor

About the area

Southwest Harbor is home to this holiday home. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Southwest Harbor travel guide
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park featuring forest scenes, a lake or waterhole and wetlands
    Acadia National Park
    1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bar Harbor, Maine USA
    Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    22 min drive - 26.5 km
  • 0_02b2d3a5-2ca1-4427-beed-32aa9a37aec5_raw
    Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    24 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Cadillac Mountain showing landscape views, a sunset and mountains
    Cadillac Mountain
    27 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Jordan Pond House
    28 min drive
  • Shell
    10 min drive
  • Beal's Lobster Pier
    2 min drive
  • Archie’s Lobster
    5 min drive
  • Nor’ Easter Pound & Market
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bungalow pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bungalow?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bungalow?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bungalow located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Bungalow Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy spot to stay while visiting Acadia. Close to market, restaurants, hiking, Somes Sound & more.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for our stay! Comfy, cozy, clean and convenient to access so many beautiful places on MDI. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and charming. Hostess thought of everything we would need. Perfect for a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariane T.

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

Great place to stay!

The property was very clean and comfortable and the location was amazing! We really enjoyed staying on the quieter side of the island and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda I.

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

Perfect spot to see Acadia!

Our stay was so great! The property is even cuter than pictured, perfect for a two person getaway. We were able to access everything we needed in the park and have a quieter retreat from bustling bar harbor. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and easily accessible. The kitchen supplied just about everything we needed for our 4 night stay. We just needed to purchase perishables. The location was perfect, close to Acadia National Park but on the quieter side. We even saw 3 deer right on the property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany E.

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

Great space in a good location

Cute place to stay in a good location for access to acadia and bar harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeAnn P.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

We loved our stay in The Bungalow, it was a perfect location for us to see the entire island. Ingrid is the perfect host. Would stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

Wonderful home away from home

The bungalow was a lovely home away from home with just enough of everything to make our stay on MDI very comfortable. Communication with host was stellar and made check in and out a breeze. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Comfortable landing spot

We enjoyed our stay in this clean and quaint unit. The bungalow met all of our needs and provided a central location to visit all areas of Mt Desert Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Acadia Visit

Good location close to the park entrance and to Bar Harbor , small but very clean. Worked good for the two of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and having a washer and dryer with soap provided! The Bungalow was very clean and the reason I gave it a 4 rather than a 5 is because the furniture was stained, the couch was bumpy from the springs and the bedspread didn’t smell fresh. The place itself was quite cool with the old wood mixed in the structure. The kitchen is beautifully redone and is well stocked. The bed was comfy although it is a very tight room for space. The bathroom was very clean and spacious. We would stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Chris M.

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

Cozy spot

As clean as it can be, cozy and efficient : this little one-bedroom extension is perfect for a few days on the isle.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bungalow! It was perfect for our Acadia getaway. An easy 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor and even a few cute coffee shops right down the street from the property. Ingrid was also very responsive and easy to contact with questions!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

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

Great Location

Great spot on the quiet side of Acadia. It was close to the park and far enough from the crowds of Bar Harbor. Convenient location and clean bungalow. Would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale L.

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

Southwest Harbor Bungalo

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The location was perfect for enjoying all of the Acadia area, while being within a short walk to downtown Southwest Harbor. The Bungalow was updated, clean, and comfortable. It was also convenient to have a washer and dryer within the unit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy J.

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

Photography trip

I met some friends in Southwest Harbor for a photography trip and my stay was at The Bungalow. Everything about the place was just as advertised. It was a great space for one or two people. I really loved the location, just a few blocks from shops and restaurants but far enough away that pulling out into traffic wasn’t a problem. I had a tiny glitch when I first got there (all on me) and when I reached out I had an answer within minutes. Would definitely recommend and will stay again if I ever get back to Acadia!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Delightful home base for Acadia!

Clean. Organized. Well-stocked kitchen supplies for basic meals. Convenient location. Spacious for 2 people. Great communication from host. Very happy with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle B.

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

Relaxing getaway

While small, the size of this properly was perfect for my husband and me. We absolutely loved the "quiet side" of Southwest Harbor. It was centrally located to all the activities we wanted to do. Numerous amazing places to eat (both Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor). The owner was extremely quick respond when we had issues with the tv. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Acadia trip

This was a great location for a base as we explored the area. Clean and no issues at all. The only possible improvement would be an air conditioner in the bed room for the warm days.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect cozy place to stay while visiting Acadia. We were able to eat breakfast, pack a lunch and spend the day in the park hiking and biking.....and then return for dinner and a good night's sleep. Quiet, great location, clean, all the things you'd need in a kitchen without being cluttered. Laundry was a bonus. Clear instructions from the host, and very responsive to any questions. Highly recommend staying in Southwest Harbor - so much more quiet and relaxing, while still close to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

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

Charming and Clean

We enjoyed our stay at this adorable cottage. It had everything we needed and is in a great location, especially close to the Bass Harbor lighthouse. The biggest challenge we faced was the size of the shower and bedroom... they're pretty tight for a 6'5" man. But everything was clean and accurately described. We appreciated this lovely place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Quiet side of the island near coffee shops, ice cream shop, and Bass Harbor Lighthouse. Clean with comfortable chairs for lounging and reading. Kitchen equipped for our needs of assembling sandwiches and storing cold drinks. Loved having access to washer and dryer. The only improvement would be a preference…firmer mattress with breathable cotton sheets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Immaculate, comfortable stay for two near hiking, freshwater swimming and ocean walks

Everything was as described. Tasteful, comfortable, furnishings and kitchen/dining setup. A curated set of everything you need rather than a hodgepodge of items left by previous guests. On a main road, so close to swimming, hiking, SW Harbor center and other Quietside places, while not far from the other, busier side of MDI. Very organized and responsive host, with clear instructions about everything, including WiFi . Perhaps the cleanest vacation rental I've encountered. Not secluded, but just lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024