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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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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.

New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace

Sea Shore Cottage is a charming 1920's style cottage with a large, sloping lawn right down to the ocean. This property is right in the heart of Acadia National Park, within minutes to such sites as Bass Harbor Head light, Echo Lake, Somes Sound, and Beech Cliffs.

This house overlooks Southwest Harbor, Sutton Island, the Cranberry Islands, and Greening Island. This ideal spot is within walking distance of superb restaurants, specialty shops, a full service marina, galleries, and sea glass hunting. Coffee shops, an ice cream parlor, and children's playground are just a few things that are within a five minute walk. In just minutes you can drive to Echo Lake, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, and many other popular Acadia National Park destinations.

Don't want to drive? Load up on the free Island Explorer shuttle that stops directly across the street! During the summer stop by the farmers market or take a sunset sail on one of the many boats offering them. There are also many opportunities to take a ferry to one or more of the surrounding islands for hiking or biking.

This house is on a property shared with three houses. There's a shared fire pit with seating adjacent to the shore.







Keywords: Classic 1920's cottage within walking distance to picturesque Southwest Harbor village. Oceanfront.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Wendell Gilley Museum. Laundry facilities are available. A kitchen and a fireplace are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • 12 minutes by foot from Wendell Gilley Museum and a 3-minute drive from Acadia National Park
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Southwest Harbor cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours 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
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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 are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $125 one well behaved crate trained dog.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Many board games, books, and video games.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the location and comfortably relaxed as a group of 6. We were in town for the MDI Half Marathon, and being steps from the finish line was so lovely after finishing. We also enjoyed using the fire pit next to the water and had plenty of amenities to cook a few meals. One note - the two single beds on the sleeping porch are not heated, so keep that in mind for stays later in the season. Christie was super communicative throughout the entire process.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a great location. Very clean. Fireplace was great for a cool rainy day we had. The kitchen is well stocked and even has pancake mix and syrup. Only downside was the traffic noise, which interfered with our sleep. The house is right on the road, with 2 of the 3 bedrooms road facing, so 6am-10pm we heard traffic pretty non-stop. If you're a light sleeper this might not be the best place to stay. But if that's not a concerns for you, then go for it - everything else about this rental is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect. The host thought of everything. We didn’t need to buy anything except food. She even provided coffee. My only complaint was the marina next-door. It had a docking area but also a separate working area for repairs so was a little noisy on workdays when I wanted to sit by the water and enjoy coffee in the the quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele K., Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness
Well kept and appointed home. Very comfortable. The owner was quick to respond to inquiries and lives close so is able to replace or fix anything quickly. (nothing was broken but a lobster pot had a hole in it and was replaced within 30 minutes!) Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location close to lots of trails, the lake and food/ice cream. Host was very responsive and house was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K., Grand Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay at the home, which was well accommodated and very comfortable. The beds were comfy and the in window air-conditioning unit units were very effective. While the home is not large, it is well laid out and the space is used efficiently so we still felt very comfortable with our family of five and our dog. The area is beautiful with so many different things to do and lots of good food and hiking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and well-appointed cottage for our family of four. Great location, peaceful and quiet but we were able to walk to town to visit shops and restaurants. Quick drive to hikes and other Acadia activities. Host was proactive and responsive -- check-in and checkout were a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather T., outside Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine/Acadia Family Vacation

Our family of 4 (2 parents and 2 adult children) drove from Chicago to Maine to experience Mom's East Coast heritage. This house in Southwest Harbor delivered! Things we loved: walkabilty to town and short drive to Bar Harbor, functional kitchen allowed us to shop/cook and save money on meals, king bed in primary bedroom, 3 other separate sleeping areas, laundry area, view of the boats from the back deck, niceties like TVs ( didnt turn them on once) and AC. The host is helpful and responsive and the home is clean, comfortable and loaded with East Cost charm! We enjoyed hiking in Acadia National Park (very close), Beals Lobster Pier, a Lighthouse and Puffin cruise, shell/sea glass hunting, antiquing, LOTS of ice cream at the Salt Shop and coffee from Top Notch. Salt Shop and Beals were AMAZING with Mom's gluten allergy. Wonderful memories made here.
Rugged Maine coast, low tide
Books, games, East Coast charm!
Lobster Pier
This home had stairs, but was no issue
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dana R., Charlottesville, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
House is very cute and kitchen was well stocked and clean. We only used the king bed and it was very comfortable. Washer and dryer are located in the basement, which explains why there were no photos of them in the listing. Only complaint is the bathroom sink faucets are too small for the sink which made it hard to wash hands. The living room rug could use some cleaning, but other than that the entire house was very clean. Nice deck for enjoying meals. Lots of towels and wash clothes, which we appreciated. Location was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house has charm. It was a darling house that was super clean! The beds were very coney and the deck was nice to relax on. Christy was extremely easy to work with and willing to help! The only caution I would have with this house is if you have small children just know 2 beds are on an enclosed front porch with a door. Even my young adults were nervous to sleep there! Overall though I would definitely stay again at one of Christy’s properties!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and nicely decorated inside

Charming home, nicely decorated. Nice view of SW Harbor. Close to grocery store, restaurants, Acadia. If you cannot walk up a flight of stairs, you may want to contact the host, though. Great location. We took a ride on a lobster boat, went to Bar Harbor, went to Cadillac mountain, and drove the park loop. We really enjoyed the island and its beauty.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Had a wonderful time staying in this house . Great location. Walking distance to shops and close to all of the activities we wanted to do. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place in SW Harbor!!

This place is a must for your trip to Acadia!!! We had the best time!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Enjoyable

We stayed at the house for three weeks and it worked very well. Our boys (5 & 8) enjoyed the firepit next to the water, the short walk to the shops, library, ice cream, etc. and close proximity to a working harbor.
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

HOLLY W., Gainesville

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine

The property is beautiful there wasn't anything we needed that wasn't provided to us. Christie was an amazing hostess. We took the ferry to Swans Island and go stuck on the island due to the dock breaking and I reached out to her, and she sent her nephew to come pick us up from Bass Harbor once we got back to the main island because we had to leave our rental on Swans Island! We were so grateful for her all her help. I highly recommend staying in the Cottage and on Southwest Harbor.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolleschel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

The house was clean and well set up for a family of 5. The location fit exactly our needs, close enough to all the things we wanted to do but still quiet. The communication with the host was easy and prompt.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolores M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seascape

Great location and property
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody O., Ft Myers, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming home

Christie was an exceptional host and we very much enjoyed having this charming house as our base to a wonderful family vacation. The house was very clean and offered everything we needed for the week. We enjoyed making a camfire by the water many of the nights we were there. That was a treat that we miss by not camping...thumbs up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

R C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need

Walking distance to restaurants and trails. 25 minutes to Bar Harbor. Well equipped. Very responsive owner. 3rd row from the water with views and beautiful sunrise.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage

We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect MDI Family Trip

Our stay at Christie’s cottage was the perfect stage for having a wonderful family vacation with my wife and I, two parents, two young children, and the family dog! We could walk into quaint Southwest Harbor for a meal and shopping, or make the 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor and the Acadia Loop. The house itself too, with large deck, fire pit and access to the ocean offered plenty to do. We would highly recommend and will return!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dolores M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Back Again

Excellent stay again. Super location and wonderful place to rent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect stay in SW Harbor

We had a wonderful time is this beautiful perfect home. Christie was very responsive and helpful and we very much hope to return to stay in her home in a future year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022