Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!
Cottage in Southwest Harbor, ME
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this cottage rental
IF THIS YURT IS FULLY BOOKED FOR YOUR DESIRED DATES, PLEASE TRY OUR OTHER YURT LISTINGS (or Tiny House) ALL LOCATED ON THE SAME PROPERTY:
VRBO Listing #663097 (Cadillac Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671843 (Flying Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671844 (Sargent Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671845 (Champlain Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #790508 (Beech Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971564 (Norumbega Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971565 (Beehive Tiny House)
VRBO Listing #1616882 (Precipice Tiny House)
Acadia Yurts offers visitors the most unique way to stay on Mount Desert Island. Seven fun, eco-friendly Yurts and two Tiny Houses will bring you as close to nature as camping, with all the amenities of home. Located on 5 acres of lovely wooded land, surrounded by Acadia National Park property, Acadia Yurts offer a peaceful retreat for your group (up to 4 guests per 24' Yurt, 6 guests for the 30' Yurt or 2 guests per Tiny House). Acadia Yurts is also ideal for large groups traveling with accommodations for up to 34 people on 1 site.
In addition to yurt or tiny house living, the Wellness Center at Acadia Yurts offers on-site yoga, an infrared sauna and a flotation tank, all available for extra charge. Prices available upon request.
A yurt is a tent-like circular fabric structure with a wood lattice frame that originated among the nomadic tribes in Asia. These permanent, colorful structures have thick canvas exterior walls that include reflective insulation and a high efficiency heat pump/AC unit so you can be comfortable during any season. Yurts are quickly becoming a new vacation experience that vacationers are enjoying throughout the US from cliff side views in California to ski lodges in Colorado. This is a memorable place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Acadia!
VRBO Listing #663097 (Cadillac Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671843 (Flying Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671844 (Sargent Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671845 (Champlain Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #790508 (Beech Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971564 (Norumbega Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971565 (Beehive Tiny House)
VRBO Listing #1616882 (Precipice Tiny House)
Acadia Yurts offers visitors the most unique way to stay on Mount Desert Island. Seven fun, eco-friendly Yurts and two Tiny Houses will bring you as close to nature as camping, with all the amenities of home. Located on 5 acres of lovely wooded land, surrounded by Acadia National Park property, Acadia Yurts offer a peaceful retreat for your group (up to 4 guests per 24' Yurt, 6 guests for the 30' Yurt or 2 guests per Tiny House). Acadia Yurts is also ideal for large groups traveling with accommodations for up to 34 people on 1 site.
In addition to yurt or tiny house living, the Wellness Center at Acadia Yurts offers on-site yoga, an infrared sauna and a flotation tank, all available for extra charge. Prices available upon request.
A yurt is a tent-like circular fabric structure with a wood lattice frame that originated among the nomadic tribes in Asia. These permanent, colorful structures have thick canvas exterior walls that include reflective insulation and a high efficiency heat pump/AC unit so you can be comfortable during any season. Yurts are quickly becoming a new vacation experience that vacationers are enjoying throughout the US from cliff side views in California to ski lodges in Colorado. This is a memorable place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Acadia!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
Wheelchair accessible
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Southwest Harbor, ME
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
10/10 would recommend any day, any time. What a gem of a place to stay. Clean, comfortable, well equipped, great quiet location... the list goes on. Fantastic 'base camp' from which to partake in all that MDI has to offer.
10.0 / 10.0
Acadia Yurts is just what we needed to reset and relax before the business of the school year begins! This simple way of living in the most quaint town in Maine with water and mountains 5 minutes away had everything we needed. Karen and Aaron have quite the operation going and have inspired us to downsize in our own home and enjoy the little things more! The yurt was larger than expected and had all the amenities we could ask for, even beach towels! I cannot say enough amazing things about this magical spot in the woods. We will be back and am already recommending to friends! Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
10.0 / 10.0
Staying at Acadia Yurts is a wonderful experience! You feel submerged in nature but are conveniently located to explore all of MDI. The hosts were wonderful to work with. We highly recommend!
8.0 / 10.0
Excellent.
10.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed the yurt and its location a great deal. Karen greeted us in person, and Aaron and Karen take good care of the properties and guests. The yurt has all the necessities and the decor is simple and elegant; everything was comfortable and convenient. Being in the woods in a cabin-like yurt fit right into the spirit of our hiking vacation.
The location was perfect for us. We liked staying in Southwest Harbor with its small downtown. It had a handful of wonderful local restaurants and shops, away from the heavily commercialized Bar Harbor area.
Conveniently, there was a grocery store just over 5 min away, and several feet outside of the yurts, you step onto roads going through the woods of Acadia Park. I enjoyed going on morning runs there a few times. Some of the hikes we went on were only a few minutes’ drive from the yurts.
We would go back in a heartbeat to the area and to Acadia Yurts.
10.0 / 10.0
We were pleasantly surprised at how wonderful out yurt and the property were. Anything we needed was there. Comfortable beds and bedding, hot water and good water pressure, a community fire pit, chairs and picnic tables for morning coffee, games and cards- it was a perfect way to be comfortable in nature. We will stay again the next time we visit Maine!
10.0 / 10.0
We loved our stay at Acadia Yurts! It was the most ideal spot for all the places we wanted to visit. A easy drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor and also very close to the quieter side of Acadia. The other reviews are true- the shower is amazing after a long day out hiking! We are already trying to get family to go and stay. Highly recommend just booking it!
10.0 / 10.0
We absolutely loved our time in the Dorr Mountain yurt. Incredibly spacious, stocked with all cooking needs, and thoughtful touches making the space super cozy. Highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
We had the loveliest time staying in our yurt. The kids said it was the coolest place they have ever stayed. Such a magical vibe. So peaceful. Incredible sky views. It was a perfect home base for exploring Acadia and bar harbor!
10.0 / 10.0
Central to so many things! Clean and comfortable!
Highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice, great location.
10.0 / 10.0
Overall amazing experience. Only way to make it better would be to have a lobster pot in each yurt
10.0 / 10.0
The Dorr Mountain yurt was the perfect getaway spot that was close to Acadia National Park. The yurt was well stocked with easy access to additional items such as onsite laundry. The yurt was clean and comfortable for our family of four. Communication from the owner was great.
10.0 / 10.0
A yurt vacation is a bucket list item and if you’re going to do it, this is the place. Our hosts were the best and literally were available for anything we needed, even when we requested last minute flashlights so we could hike Cadillac Mountain in the dark to arrive a sunrise (another bucket list item and must do). The location was ideal for both enjoying Acadia and all it has to offer as well as proximity to all 3 harbors. Every recommendation they had for food and activities was spot on. Oh…and eat at Beal’s…best seafood on MDI. Thanks for a vacation to remember and we’ll definitely be back.
10.0 / 10.0
Aaron & Karen are awesome and know how to ensure guests are relaxed, comfortable, and taken care of! The yurt was a fantastic way to be "comfortably" close to nature, easy access to EVERYTHING Acadia offers, and all the little considerations were evident. The property is wonderful, the water pressure from every faucet/shower was AMAZING, and even the sound machine to ensure the birds didn't wake us too early was a lovely and useful surprise! HIGHLY RECOMMEND to any family traveling to the area that wants to "camp" without camping!
10.0 / 10.0
What a GEM! This was one of the greatest highlights of our visit to Acadia. We were pleasantly shocked at how spacious the Yurt was. Everything was so comfy and cozy but we never got in each another's way...there were 4 of us. The water pressure was remarkable, makes showering after a long day of trekking a joy. We enjoyed coffee outside our yurt every morning and tea in the evening. The kids had a blast. Our hosts were great, Aaron greeted us our first day in the rain and guided us to our unit. We'll be back with friends and family next time.
10.0 / 10.0
We had such a comfortable stay at Acadia Yurts! It had everything we needed and had great decorative touches. This experience of Acadia and staying in a yurt was new to us, and it couldn’t have gone better!
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great stay at the Acadia Yurts. Would definitely recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
This is the way to stay near Acadia. Cozy with everything you need close by. Loved it.
10.0 / 10.0
This was a perfect landing spot for our family’s first vacation with our 7-week-old. We were able to easily access Acadia National Park and the nearby downtown of Southwest Harbor was adorable. The yurt was clean, comfortable, and had everything you could dream of needing for a vacation stay. We even utilized the lobster pot one evening to steam our own fresh lobster thanks to great recommendation from the owners Aaron and Karen. A perfect stay!!
10.0 / 10.0
Staying at the Acadia Yurts was one of the highlights of our trip to Acadia. The Yurts are spacious, clean, well designed, and came with literally everything we needed for our visit. The bed and couches were extremely comfortable. The yurts sit on a beautiful piece of forested property and made us feel very close to nature throughout our stay. We were even able to charge our EV overnight at an outdoor outlet on site.
Karen and Aaron were extremely responsive to our questions before and during our stay and went above and beyond to make our trip perfect. During the first night of our stay, a major storm knocked out power to most of the greater Acadia / Mount Desert Island region and by 7 am they already had emergency breakfast/coffee, and a generator running in their wellness center, allowing their guests to start their day without a hitch.
These Yurts are a no brainier if you are planning a trip to Acadia with a car. If you opportunity to book a Yurt here, consider yourself lucky!
10.0 / 10.0
We absolutely loved our yurt from Acadia Yurts. Karen and Aaron have created a wonderful community here and we easily LIVED for our week here. Thoughtful furnishings plus extras available to borrow made us very comfortable.
10.0 / 10.0
It was sort of a bucket list item to stay in a yurt so when we discovered these we took the plunge. We had no idea what to expect and we ended up just loving it! All along the way Karen was so great with answering all my many many questions. Check in was so easy, the grounds were so peaceful, the yurt was just amazing with everything we needed and set up so well, the bed so comfortable, etc. It was an easy drive to downtown and not far to get to so many places in the park. After spending the whole week there we still weren't ready to leave!! They also have a wellness center that wed didn't take advantage of but would have been wonderful and is such a great bonus. We would definitely love to return someday and will be talking about that stay for years to come for sure! Such a friendly, peaceful, cute place!
10.0 / 10.0
Great place to relax and enjoy MDI.
10.0 / 10.0
When you see the sign that says “Comfortably Close to Nature” they hit the nail on the head.
Acadia Yurts give a perfect mix of nature and comfort. We stayed in Dorr Yurt for 7 days with 3 adults and 1 teenager. There was more than enough room for moving around and sleeping. We were only 5-10 minutes to everything we wanted to do on the quiet side, but also close enough to Bar Harbor to drive back and forth daily.
The kitchen had every thing we needed, and for anything extra, the laundry shed had it all. We even made a full 3 course fish/lobster feast for 4 people with ease! (Courtesy of the lobster pot in the laundry shed).
The owners were both extremely responsive and courteous. We really felt that we were “home” for the week. We will definitely be returning!!!
10.0 / 10.0
Acadia Yurts was the perfect spot to stay in MDI. It was peaceful, super well cared for, and clean. It was so handy to have the kitchen to cook meals and prep food for longer days out hiking. Aaron and Karen were wonderful and responsive hosts as well. We would definitely stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed for a week in September and had a fantastic time. The yurts are gorgeous and super comfortable. Very clean and well kept, and nestled in a nice little yurt village in the woods. The owners are very nice and responsive and also run the wellness center where you can do yoga, massage, sauna and flotation. Great location on the quieter side of Acadia and easy to get to, we highly recommend them.
10.0 / 10.0
Just a wonderful and unique experience staying in the Acadia Yurts and enjoying the beautiful scenery of Bar Harbor and the Acadia National Park.. we appreciated the hospitality.
10.0 / 10.0
My husband and I were never in Maine and I saw these Yurt online and couldn’t resist! I am handicapped and stayed in the handicapped Yurt, it was perfect I was able to move around in my wheelchair and everything was very comfortable and clean! It is very close to the park and Bar Harbor which was beautiful. Everyone we met was very friendly.
The you Karen for the great communication and creating a wonderful vacation spot for people of all ages.
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent!
10.0 / 10.0
Both the space inside the yurt and the entire Acadia Yurts property are very well designed and maintained. Very clean and comfortable. This was our second time there and we will definitely be back in the future.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing and unique way to experience the Acadia region! Staying in a yurt was a bucket list item for our family and we are so glad we did it! Wonderful, clean and unique accommodations… even our two teenage boys loved it and that is saying something!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing experience - wonderful Property
Quiet side of the island. Still well within Easy drive to anything on the island. Lovely clean yurt with so much space I never had any complaints from my kids about the place.
10.0 / 10.0
Great experience, Must stay
Would gladly stay here again, no neeed to pack more than your clothes and some food..everything is here for you…Great experience.
10.0 / 10.0
Great Yurt Experience
It was awesome to have a shower with hot water in a yurt! We had a blast with our kids and loved the nearby SW Harbour Main Street.
10.0 / 10.0
Yurtopia
I have been visiting MDI for over 40 years and I have stayed in many places. Acadia Yurts is my favorite place to stay and glamp.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great time staying in Acadia.
Great location on the quiet side. The yurt was well stocked and cozy on cool nights. Perfect for a family of four.
10.0 / 10.0
Quiet and Relaxing
This property did not disappoint. Such care has been taken in every detail from furniture to linens. The property/grounds were clean and very well taken care of. Host were great and responsive. Would highly recommend ❤️
10.0 / 10.0
Great Getaway!
This was a perfect getaway for our time in Acadia. The yurt was perfect for my husband, newborn and I. We will definitely be recommending to family and friends!
10.0 / 10.0
Peaceful Yurt
Loved our 4 day stay in the Dorr Yurt. Had everything we needed. Excellent communication with hosts.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Southwest Harbor?
The average price for a rental in Southwest Harbor is $509 per night. This rental is $162 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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