Deluxe Waterfront Cottage on Somes Sound

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(48 Ratings)

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

Built in 2005, our beautiful cottage, just steps from the beach, has every amenity to make your stay in Southwest Harbor a delight, beginning with its ideal setting on Somes Sound. It is a perfect place to relax while enjoying the beauty and activities of Acadia National Park and the quaint Mt. Desert Island villages. Treat yourself to an oh-so-fresh Maine lobster, watch sailboats drifting by, and enjoy the other activities, sights and experiences that Mt. Desert and Acadia National Park offer.

The large deck is a perfect place to grill or to watch the busy activity on the ocean. Step down from the deck to the shore on a soft pine needle path. Enjoy the home's beautiful professional landscaping. Walk to the charming village of Southwest Harbor or to the free Island Explorer bus which will carry you and your bikes throughout Mt. Desert and Acadia National Park.

The house has three bedrooms, primary with a king bed and ensuite bathroom, secondary bedrooms, one with queen bed and one with two sets of bunk beds. There are two modern bathrooms, each with double marble sinks, one with washer/dryer. The large open plan living/kitchen area has wonderful views , skylights, decorator designed furnishings, top of the line kitchen appliances and granite counter tops. The living room is open and airy with cathedral ceiling and huge glass doors and windows opening to the deck and Somes Sound.

Also provided: wireless internet. Central thermostat-controlled heat – cozy for cool evenings and cooler times of year.

Keywords: #Waterfront Cottage, #Maine waterfront, #Southwest Harbor

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Maine Granite Industry Historical Society Museum

7.7 mi

Wilson Museum

41.2 mi

Deluxe Waterfront Cottage on Somes Sound

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(48 Ratings)

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Maine Granite Industry Historical Society Museum

7.7 mi

Wilson Museum

41.2 mi

Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(48 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Beautiful setting and view. All the comforts of home. Fun sea glass hunting spot.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

We stayed 2 weeks and it really was a great spot if you do not want to be in the hustle and bustle. We loved being able to walk right down to the beach which had the most amazing views. The cabin is spacious and has everything you need for your stay. The only downfall for us was we did find ourselves driving into bar harbor to keep our 4 year old twins occupied as they have more activities for younger kids.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

This was our second stay at this wonderful property. Comfortable, very well appointed and equipped, gorgeous setting and view in a wooded lot on Somes Sound. Easy walk to SW Harbor and its stores, restaurants, etc. Modern kitchen in a spacious and comfortable great room. The host lives nearby and is friendly and accommodating. The house feels a bit like a camp because of all the wood (which is of superb quality!) and the use of appointments from days gone by, but is in fact spacious and modern with all the conveniences. We thoroughly enjoyed this place and plan to return.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

The house is very nicely appointed and includes a well stocked kitchen with everything you might need to cook and entertain. The owner is a lovely person and bent over backwards to address our needs.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Our family had a wonderful stay at this cottage. Very convenient yet away from the bustle of Bar Harbor. We will recommend to our friends.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

We had an amazing stay at this property! The house is lovely-well laid out with a great common area and 3 very nice bedrooms. We especially enjoyed the ocean view, beautiful private beach, and lovely gardens! Our hosts were so helpful and welcoming! We really had the perfect stay and can’t wait to come back! Thank you!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Quiet SW Harbor cottage town. Perfect for a getaway for families wanting to enjoy the deck and rocky beachfront. Lots to do in Acadia National Park only 25-30 minutes away. Would definitely come back for some much needed rest and relaxation.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

We had such a great time here in this well equipped waterfront property. Great communication to know what we had available to us and plan accordingly for our needs. Big lobster pot in the house and live lobsters available right around the corner from the fisherman. Quiet surroundings right behind the coast guard station and a stroll down to the beach to watch the boats coming through. Beds were comfortable, water pressure great, nice weber grill, and comfortable patio furniture. We will be back. We wanted to be away from the crowds, while close to the park and the trails. This was dynamite! Also recommend the Blueberry pie from the Little Notch! Sail Acadia for the Friendship sloop sail at sunset was also a great add for us. Enjoy

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

We have visited SW Harbor regularly for many decades but this was our first rental. The house and the grounds were great, well designed and maintained, beautiful and comfortable at the same time. Amenities were above and beyond, with little details that indicate the property has been lived in. The location is amazing, completely secluded while within an easy walk of "downtown" SW Harbor. Water view is framed by trees but the shoreline is completely accessible by a short walk through the back yard. Perfect. We'll be back soon.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Wonderful location on Somme’s sound. The house was perfect. We met Ed and he was very helpful and kind. Loved our stay and hope to return next year.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Our stay could not have been more perfect! Extremely clean with ample supplies provided. Good location with a just mile walk into town (Southwest Harbor). Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. We would love to come back some day!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Great location!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

We've been coming to SW Harbor during the summer for decades, staying usually in this general part of town. The house was well equipped, clean, comfortable, and quiet (away from Bar Harbor crowds) -- a good fit for 3 adult family members. Convenient for walks to town and for car trips to Acadia and other destinations on Mt. Desert Island.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

Our family had a wonderful stay in this great cottage on Mount Desert Island. The home is in a great location - water views from the back, walkable to Southwest Harbor village, and an easy drive to so many great hikes on the quiet side of the island. The rocky coastline accessible from the home was perfect for the kids to hunt for crabs and other sea creatures. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here the next time we return to Acadia!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

Wonderful home in the perfect location to enjoy all that MDI, Acadia, and SW Harbor have to offer. Hosts are gracious and welcoming and couldn’t recommend this property more. Hope others can enjoy it as much as our family of 6 did this year.

4.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

The cottage is in a secluded neighborhood, yet very close to town. There is a lovely, but limited, view of Somes Sound. The grounds are beautifully tended. Our only complaint was that there was no internet during our entire stay. This was extremely inconvenient. Although we informed the caretaker and the owner of the problem, there was no attempt to fix it.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

My husband and I stayed here with our two year old son, and another couple who also has a toddler. The house was perfect for our stay. Plenty of room in the living room for kids to play, bedrooms were a good size and had everything you might need. Lots of cookware in the kitchen. The patio was very nice and had plenty of furniture for everyone to be comfortable. Backyard had a nice shaded area for kids to play, and the rocky beach area was fun for the kids to explore. The southwest harbor location was a very quaint little town, had several good food options, and was easily walkable from the house. Easy drive into Acadia National Park and the Bar Harbour area for lots of fun day activities. We were all very happy with our stay.

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2021

Ed’s guest home was the perfect space for our family of four….comfortable, well stocked, right on the water with beautiful views and a private beach. We really couldn’t ask for more! Southwest harbor is a cute village with everything you need and convenient to everything jn acadia NP without feeling touristy. Don’t think twice just book it!

2.5 / 5.0

Sep 2021

A quiet area but still near restaurants and hiking trails. Very nice wood interior and a beautiful view of water from window with only steps away from shoreline. Only 20 mins to Bar Harbor and less to Acadia. Would definitely stay again.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2021

We loved the house and the quiet shared driveway. The kids had a great time exploring along the shoreline and we had close access to everything we needed during our week long stay. Thanks you so much!

2.5 / 5.0

Jun 2021

The house was beautiful, quiet and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. There were plenty of linens. The only drawbacks were a small hot water heater and spotty Wi-Fi connection.

2.5 / 5.0

Jun 2021

My husband, me, and our 4 kids stayed here for the week and it was amazing. Perfect location- my kids loved exploring the rocky beach. Very close to hiking for Acadia National park. House is on a quiet lane- virtually no traffic. House was clean and had everything we needed for our stay.

2.5 / 5.0

Sep 2020

We loved this house! Perfect for our Maine stay. Great view, lovely rocky beach for the kids to explore, easy walk to town, nearby hiking in Acadia. The owner, Ed, was great to work with and very thoughtful.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2020

This property is tucked away in Southwest Harbor, located near the US Coast Guard location and the wonderful Beal's seafood pier. With a property that is footsteps away from the beach and water, this location was excellent. Sleeping with all of the windows open, you could hear the nature surrounding the property waking up to birds and water crashing along the shore line. Waking up and watching the boats go by was a real treat.The owners are extremely accommodating and communicative. There was a great list of recommendations for the area, and kayaks to use at the property.The house is extremely clean and well kept - with their own family using it during off weeks. There are an abundance of amenities, including towels, shampoo, vacuums, pillows and blankets, and board games galore. After going on long bike rides and hikes, it was extremely enjoyable to return home to a home that had a shower, with the pressure of a 5-star hotel.Our *only* ;) issue during our stay was a lightbulb that went out and after a quick message to the property's handyman, it was replaced within hours!I would highly recommend this property and would absolutely consider returning here in a heartbeat!

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2019

I'm generally not a reviewer but given the great experience we had at this property I'm compelled to spend the time to do so. The home was even better than the pictures conveyed, which is always a pleasant surprise. The homeowners were lovely--friendly and helpful without being the least bit intrusive. The location was ideal for our four adults and three kids; we walked over to Beals every day for lobster and had the convenience of Southwest Harbor and greater MDI at our fingertips, but the house itself felt sequestered in the peace and quiet you're hoping for Downeast. Do yourself a favor and rent this one--just not durning the week we'll be returning, please.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2019

Beautiful, comfortable, well-appointed home tucked away off the beaten path in SW Harbor. Great family getaway location, on the water and close to town. Our gracious hosts Edward and Martie made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay.....thank you! Hope to return!

2.5 / 5.0

Jun 2017

We have stayed in Maine a half dozen times. Twice now, we've been lucky enough to stay at this home on Somes Sound. We love the location in Southwest Harbor. A short walk from the house are excellent restaurants, unbelievable good ice cream, and the town bike shop. The view from the deck is worthy of a postcard. The house is spacious, clean, comfortable, and well appointed. The gardens surrounding it are beautiful. I would highly recommend this house to anyone looking to stay on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Southwest Harbor?

The average price for a rental in Southwest Harbor is $509 per night. This rental is $491 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Deluxe Waterfront Cottage on Somes Sound . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Deluxe Waterfront Cottage on Somes Sound pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Deluxe Waterfront Cottage on Somes Sound ?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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Deluxe Waterfront Cottage on Somes Sound

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Deluxe Waterfront Cottage on Somes Sound

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Southwest Harbor?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Deluxe Waterfront Cottage on Somes Sound pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Deluxe Waterfront Cottage on Somes Sound ?

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