Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(24 Ratings)

Apartment in Southwest Harbor, ME

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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About this apartment rental

Along with my husband and family, I invite you to share the beauty of our home and cottages on Mount Desert Island, the home of Acadia National Park.

We are located in the coastal village of West Tremont, on the western side of Mount Desert Island. You can get to the parts of the park within 10 minutes and to Bar Harbor in about 30 minutes.

The Aldernest Cottage is adjoining our home overlooking Blue Hill Bay. The rocky shore front of Maine is just a short walk across the lawn. You can have your coffee in the morning sitting on the rocks while you enjoy our private, peaceful setting. In the evening you will enjoy the beautiful sunsets that will probably take your breath away.

The Aldernest Den (downstairs apartment) has two carpeted bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and one with two twins. There is a dining room/living room area, fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom with a washer/dryer.

You will find our rates competitive and the setting incomparable. Please come, relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of our location while you are visiting Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park.

Additional Details:
Wifi using 200 Mbs Spectrum Cable Modem Connection
High definition television with Roku
Heat and air conditioning provided with reverse cycle heat pump
Parking for two cars

Please Remember:
1) Our Cottage is Pet Free. We have found that many returning tenants are allergic to pets so this is a "firm policy", no exceptions, please.
2) We can accommodate four people comfortably with two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the other with two twins. We do count children, including infants as part of the occupancy. No exceptions, please.
3) Our Cottage is Smoke Free. No smoking allowed on the premises.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Garden

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Maine Granite Industry Historical Society Museum

10.6 mi

Wilson Museum

37.7 mi

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Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore

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9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(24 Ratings)

Apartment in Southwest Harbor, ME

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Garden

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Maine Granite Industry Historical Society Museum

10.6 mi

Wilson Museum

37.7 mi

Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(24 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Couldn’t have been happier with this location - away from the tourism crowds and waterside, for beautiful sunsets. Much thanks for the great stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Out of all of our places to stay while visiting Acadia, this was by far our favorite. The accommodations and amenities were clean, up to date and well equipped. With a SHORT walk to the private shoreline, it was the perfect place to relax, getaway while still having easy access to everything Acadia has to offer. The only issue we had was the week went by too fast!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

We loved our stay at the Aldernest Den. The cabin was easy to find. It is located in a peaceful neighbourhood, and is at a couple minutes walk from the beach. We were travelling with little kids and Kathleen was a very accommodating and gracious host. She was always quick to respond to messages and even came in person at the time of our check in. The cabin decor is beautiful. It was clean and super cozy. It had everything we needed. It is about 45 minutes away from Acadia and less than 10 minutes from Bass harbour lighthouse. We would stay again.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

The apartment was very clean and quiet and in an excellent location right near a lot of entrance points to Acadia. It was only about 20-30 mins to Bar Harbor too! Kathleen was so helpful, incredibly nice and easy to get in contact with. I would definitely stay here again.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

We had a very nice stay. It is a longer drive to the park and Bar Harbor from the quiet side of the island but also very peaceful and less crowded. Accommodations were perfect for meeting up with friends from another state to enjoy catching up and sharing a visit to Acadia.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

The location on the "quiet side" of the island and on the ocean was perfect for us. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. The rooms were not big, but perfect for 3 adults, who spent our days hiking and climbing. We ate all breakfasts and several diners there and the washer and dryer were easy to use. Kathleen was great and showed us the basics. I will stay there again.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

I and my children (ages 12, 18, and 20) had a wonderful stay at the Aldernest Den. Clean, comfortable, well equipped, and convenient to all points in Acadia National Park. Lovely, private grounds, and the 2-minute walk to the stunning rocky shoreline is well worth it. Kathleen was an excellent host. We would love to visit again.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

Very nice owners. Very easy to rent. We were a family of 4 with older teens and this property was perfect for us. Very quiet and peaceful. Loved having laundry on-site.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

My husband and daughter and I came for a week in Acadia. The location was perfect for visiting the park. We booked last minute due to a change in plans. The house had everything we needed and was clean. Loved walking down to the water to catch the sunset after a day of hiking!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Beautiful, wonderfully located property. Thank you, we had a great stay and would return!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Great spot to relax before getting ready before big hikes.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

We had a great stay and highly recommend the cottage.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Very clean property. Beautiful, quiet location. And communication with Kathleen was very good and easy. Especially appreciated being away from the crowds after a full day of hiking.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

The apartment was very clean and the location was very peaceful. Only a 30 minute drive to Bar Harbor. We would stay here again.

8.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Nice place.

Nice place.

We enjoyed our stay at Aldernest. 1/2 hr from the downtown Bar Harbor area, so not in the thick of things but not too far away. The cottage was clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed. We could have used a few more washcloths and hand towels for a ‘sleeps 4 people’, but we managed. I think the 6 pm check in time and a 9 am check out time is somewhat extreme, but again, we managed. Beautiful seating area down by the water, very quiet, be forewarned, bring bug spray!

8.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Enjoyable stay

Enjoyable stay

We are so happy that we chose to stay near Southwest Harbor instead of the more congested Bar Harbor area! Aldernest is a cozy and welcoming cottage. Beds were comfortable; kitchen was well equipped. We were a bit challenged by the Roku TV, but we are older and not tech savvy. Kathleen was very gracious when we accidentally locked the key in the unit and trusted us with her spare for the rest of our stay. There were only two things that made me give this a 4 star rating rather than 5. First, in this time of pandemic, we would have liked to have had a dishwasher. I rewashed all dishes, glassware, etc. before using due to not knowing how thoroughly they were washed by the previous guest. Second, we were disappointed not to be able to sit by the water because of the swarms of mosquitos that surrounded us each time we stepped outside the door. Of course this is nothing anyone can control, but be aware that at this time of year, the beach may not be accessible.

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Quiet area. Unfortunately there was a family staying above us and the children would jump and run across the floor. We know kids will be kids but be aware when renting.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Small but quaint cottage

Small but quaint cottage

Great little cottage with a very short walk to a nearly private spot on the ocean where you can enjoy the scenery, wildlife and peace and quiet all by yourself!

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2020

Awesome place to stay!

Awesome place to stay!

We loved staying here as it allowed us to stay on Mount Desert Island without being right in the middle of all the action. This place was beautiful with ocean access that had a great view of the sunset. The Aldernest was cozy and felt like home away from home.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2020

Wonderful and Quiet Property

Wonderful and Quiet Property

Great rental property on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island. Super clean and all the amenities necessary for a pleasant stay. Excellent value for money.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2020

Long weekend Acadia trip

Long weekend Acadia trip

We really enjoyed our trip to Acadia and the accommodations. It was great to have the kitchen as well as the beach access. Very comfortable cottage for a family of 4.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Southwest Harbor is $459 per night. This rental is $184 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

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

Is Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore

Apartment in Southwest Harbor, ME

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About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

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Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore

Apartment in Southwest Harbor, ME

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

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

Is parking included with this apartment?

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Is Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?

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