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WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Echo Lake Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Flying Mountain Trailhead
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Acadia Inn
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  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,012 reviews
The price is €264
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Acadia Inn

About this property

Entire place

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

WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE

The ARTIST'S RETREAT CARRIAGE HOUSE is a Beautifully Decorated one bedroom (King bed) Carriage House situated in a Very Private Wooded setting, at the end of a private road. The TRAILS of ACADIA NATIONAL PARK and the OCEAN are just a short walk from your door. Fresh water swimming at Echo Lake is just minutes away. This CHARMING COTTAGE is just a mile from the Village of Southwest Harbor and 13 miles from Bar Harbor. The Free Island Explorer Bus service is less than a 10 minute walk.
The living space offers open, skylighted cathedral ceilings; fully equipped kitchen with island for dining, and living room with GAS FIREPLACE; a King bed in the bedroom, and bath with shower and spacious vanity.
After a full day of exploring Acadia return to the Cottage for GRILLING or RELAX Under the STARS by the WOOD BURNING CHIMINEA. Comfy, cushioned Adirondack Chairs, side tables, Hammock, and Perennial Garden.
Includes Wi-Fi, satellite TV DVD, Gas Grill and Outdoor Chimenea.
FULLY EQUIPPED with linens, towels, kitchenware. A Washer/Dryer, Gas grill, storage for bikes, beach chairs, towels, and blankets, are all located on first floor.
"GET TO KNOW THE ISLAND AND ACADIA NATIONAL PARK": ARRANGE A PRIVATE TOUR OF THE ISLAND/ACADIA NATIONAL PARK WITH YOUR HOST KEN!
Non-Smoking Property.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Acadia National Park. You'll find features like laundry facilities. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer, and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Steps from Acadia National Park and a 2-minute drive from Wendell Gilley Museum
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
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
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.

Property is also known as

Walk Acadia's Trails Ocean This Quiet Charming Carriage House
Walk Acadia's Trails Ocean This Quiet Charming Carriage House

WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 142 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quynh T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The carriage house was perfectly equipped and decorated. There were lots of small details that added to experience and atmosphere. Cyd was an outstanding host. She was very welcoming and hospitable. She was responsive and VERY helpful with local recommendations. There was lots of material available, to inform your exploration of Acadia National Park. We had a great visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was super clean. Most comfortable bed I have ever slept in away from home. Hosts were so helpful and attended to all our needs. It is so beautiful all around the property. Nice fire pit and comfortable chairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Maine! Can’t say enough good things about the place we stayed as well as our hosts Cyd & Ken! Acadia National Park was breathtaking! We look forward to going back some time in the future. If you need a quiet vacation spot close to points of interest, this is it! Thank you Cyd & Ken!
Sunset on Southwest Harbor
Bass Harbor Lighthouse
View from lighthouse
Sand Beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Charming and comfortable

We agree with other reviewers about the very nice hosts, and the cleanliness and comfort of the carriage house, which is exactly as advertised. Highlights of our stay included walking to a nearby hike and beach, reading in the hammock under the pines, and enjoying the quiet and peacefulness of the location. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a wonderful week on MDI and Ken & Cyd's carriage house was perfect. It's a very comfortable, immaculate, and well-equipped place for two. It's in a great location just outside of SW Harbor and the rest of the "quiet side". We walked every day, including one day directly from the property to the trail that takes you to Somes Sound. Totally recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel N.

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

Perfect place to get away

Beautiful inside and out with nice and helpful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Nice carriage house

Great place to stay while exploring Acadia
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful property!

We had a great stay at the carriage house. Our hosts provided everything we needed and were friendly and helpful. Great location on the “quiet” side and property was as listed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine U.

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

Beautiful setting close to Acadia trails

Lovely setting- peaceful woods and you feel like you are in the canopy of trees. Located near southwest harbor on the “quiet side” of mount desert island. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

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

Amazing Vacation Spot

We were incredibly happy with every aspect of our stay! Having A/C would be the only improvement I could recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn C.

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

Exceptional in every way

Perfect relaxing location, beautifully well maintained and clean, and the most gracious hosts imaginable. Staying here for us was perfect and a treat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

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

Wonderful week

Everything was wonderful about this stay. Great location, fantastic cottage and outstanding hosts. I would highly recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte H.

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

A perfect getaway

This incredible place surpassed all of our expectations. It was beautiful, comfortable, cozy, and all around a delight. We can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A H.

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

Relaxing, convenient and in the trees

Just delightful apartment for 2! Lovely outdoor firepit and grill. Can't wait to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Perfect place

We loved this cozy cottage and was perfect for our anniversary! Perfect place to unwind and get away to enjoy hiking and the views of Acadia. Very well equipped and furnished, like a home away from home. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Great little cottage

Our stay was perfect. The place is nestled back in the woods a little ways, so it was nice and private. Everything looks as if it was recently updated, and there are a ton of little details that let you know the owners take pride in having people stay there. We'll definitely try and stay here again if we're ever back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie g.

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

Great Place,great Location

Cyd and Ken were wonderful! House was very comfortable and clean. Very nicely decorated. Loved the whole property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terese A.

It was a perfect getaway!

This was such a great place to stay! The owners were so wonderful and showed us such amazing hospitality. They were there to answer any question we had an even had fresh flowers waiting for us when we arrived! I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting the Acadia area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house! We stayed here for a family reunion with our large family of 8 adult siblings and all our children (39 people total). There were beds and bedrooms enough for everyone. The number of en suite bathrooms was incredible as well. I loved that there were several different gathering spaces people could hang out in. There were a couple minor plumbing issues while we were there, but they were resolved in an impressively timely fashion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

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

A little bit of paradise

Lovely, well appointed carriage house in beautiful setting. Comfortable bed, well stocked kitchen and all the amenities you could want. Wonderful hosts. Just wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Wonderful place!

This was our 7th year returning to MDI but our 1st year staying at the Carriage House. Wonderful place. Quiet, peaceful, exceptionally clean, everything you could ask for. Ken and Cyd are wonderful hosts. We will be definitely returning to stay at the Carriage House.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

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

Excellent Stay!

The property was very clean and neat upon our arrival, everything was as described. Cyd greeted us and checked to see if we needed anything, left very helpful suggestions of places to eat. Thurstons for lobster was excellent! Very convenient property for the trails, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful carriage house in the woods, close to Bar Harbor (an easy 15-minute drive) but away from the crowds. The property was clean, well stocked (with all the kitchen utensils and supplies needed to dine in) and well-maintained. Having a brand new washer/dryer was helpful. The property owners provided fire starters for the outdoor fire pit, and plenty of suggestions for good hiking trails and dining options. Fresh flowers in each room was a nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christin C.

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

Amazing Stay

An absolute gem in Southwest Harbor! Far away from the crowds, but close enough to everything. The carriage house is quiet, clean and charming in every way. Couldn’t ask for better hosts. Thank you Ken and Cyd for a wonderful stay and looking forward to another stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021