Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore

Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore Apartment in Southwest Harbor

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(17 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

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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 Loft (upstairs 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 next to the fence

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

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Maine Granite Industry Historical Society Museum

10.7 mi

Wilson Museum

37.7 mi

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Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore

££££

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(17 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

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Maine Granite Industry Historical Society Museum

10.7 mi

Wilson Museum

37.7 mi

Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(17 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Cute space that is well kept and a nice retreat after crowds at the park or in Bar Harbor.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

A perfect spot! Immaculate, comfortable and convenient to the Park. Kathy and Jay were terrific hosts. We will be back!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Great, safe, and quiet retreat. Hosts were very accommodating and responded quickly to any need.

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

nice setting, convenient location,

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

We truly enjoyed our vacation in Aldernest Loft. The place is very clean, close to the shore, and great for nice walks in the neighborhood. We also enjoyed swimming in the nearby lake , which is also suitable for small children. Nice restaurants and bistros were also within reach as we drove to the Acadia National Park. We liked the variety of trails available, of different difficulty grades. We also appreciated Kathleen's kind care.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Lovely little getaway spot in Maine

Lovely little getaway spot in Maine

We loved our stay in Tremont in the cozy top floor of the property. The house was squeaky clean and welcoming, and we also took advantage of being a short walk away from the beautiful coastline (sunset was exquisite!) It was a bit of a drive over to Acadia and Bar Harbor but we appreciated being away from all the crazy tourism and found some really good restaurants and quiet shore walks closer to our area. Would definitely come back again!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Vacation spot August 2021

Vacation spot August 2021

Nice bungalow. We stayed in the lofted area on the second story of the house & did have guests below us. There were about 14 stairs to climb up to the apartment. Quaint set up. We ate breakfast in AM & packed lunch, & had access to kitchen supplies to make our dinner meals. It was about 30 min to get to Acadia National Park from our location. Setting was quiet & had a short walk to a rocky beach area, but mosquitoes were prominent as soon as you walked out the door. Shower access is a small 2x2 stall, but doable. Access to laundry facilities in our bathroom which was nice to take care of some loads before we came back home. No AC, but fans available & cross breeze was nice with windows open. We enjoyed our stay!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Relaxing, cozy cottage loft a short walk to the shore

Relaxing, cozy cottage loft a short walk to the shore

We really enjoyed our stay and would consider staying here again. Kathleen was very helpful and seemed very responsive to making peoples’ stay enjoyable. The place was very clean when we arrived. The space was efficiently organized for comfortable living. We really enjoyed and made good use of the stackable washer and dryer. The mosquitoes around the cottage and on the short walk to the beach kept us from using the Adirondack chairs and the charcoal grill outside the cottage. Would recommend getting a lobster roll at Archie’s down the street.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Great week!

Great week!

Our plan was to spend the week exploring Acadia and Bar Harbor, (which we did, only 1/2 hour drive away!) but because we stayed in this cute little loft we also spent time in Southwest Harbor where there are nice shops and restaurants, that along with restful quiet nights.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

A lovely cozy nest by the shore

A lovely cozy nest by the shore

Kathy and Jay were very helpful and accessible. The beds were incredibly comfortable. Internet was excellent for the three weeks we stayed. Both grownups were working fulltime and Zooming all day long and had few WiFi glitches considering the poor WiFi in other areas near by. This place is small, but it was plenty big enough and very comfortable for our family of four. A private shore is a 3 minute walk away. We loved our stay at Aldernest and recommend it highly to others!

6.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Cute but not cozy

Cute but not cozy

I was looking for a quiet area to relax. The area is definitely quiet, but the furnishings were not comfortable. There were no headboards on any of the beds. I needed more pillows too. There was no couch/sofa, just 2 wicker chairs. I could have used an ottoman at least to put my feet up. The table benches were a little rickety and moved every time my husband got up. These are things that you can see in the images, so I’ve learned a lesson about paying more attention and realizing what I need as far as creature comforts. There were no curtains on any of the windows and they are definitely needed in the bedrooms as it starts to get light at 4am! The kitchen was very nice. We had a nice view of the sunset from the windows. Very nice to have washer and dryer too. No water views from the loft, you have to walk across the property but it is beautiful when you get there. Another couple was in the downstairs unit and we could hear them talking all evening. I imagine they could hear us too. But I guess that’s anywhere. It’s a cute loft in great condition but did not provide the comfort I expected for the price point.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2021

Overall Great Stay

Overall Great Stay

We had a lovely experience at Kathleen’s loft cottage. It’s super close to Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and not far from the bulk of Acadia National Park. The cottage is just a short walk to the coast as well. Kathleen was a great host!

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2020

Excellent experience

Excellent experience

The apartment was immaculate and very comfortable. The kitchen had all of the essentials to make full meals. We made our breakfasts and lunches and then bought carryout for dinners. We found a couple of excellent restaurants in SW Harbor as well as a delicious bakery that also had wonderful pizza. There was a path down to a small rocky beach that was fun to explore. Good hiking within minutes in the quiet part of Acadia NP which was helpful during the more crowded weekend days. Kathleen was easy to communicate with during the whole process.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2020

A mellow getaway

A mellow getaway

The moment I arrived I knew I chose the perfect spot! The loft was cozy and inviting and the perfect size for 2 people. The kitchen was small but equipped with adequate utensils and pans. The bedrooms were clean and cozy. A bonus was the washer/dryer in the bathroom. It was such a lovely cute space. My host, Kathleen, was helpful and most welcoming, giving me a tour of the property and the way to the water. Coffee in the morning on the ocean was very special. The easy vibe of this quiet location made my trip to Maine memorable.

8.0 / 10.0

Aug 2019

Aldernest loft

Aldernest loft

Great location. Helpful and responsive hosts. Adequate facilities. Great and covenient to have laundry on site. Kitchen lacked some things I consider basic. Only one small skillet, no griddle or larger frying pan. No vegetable peeler or small knife. Only small and very large pans. No salt or pepper.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2019

Perfect getaway!

Perfect getaway!

Sunny, clean Maine-style cottage apartment in a beautiful setting...this was the perfect getaway for us! Hosts Kathy and Jay are delightful people. We hope to come back!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2019

Nice little cottage by the water

Nice little cottage by the water

Our family really enjoyed staying here. Being able to walk to the water in the morning and nights was great. The house had everything we needed, and we really appreciated having the washer and dryer!

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Southwest Harbor is £251 per night. This rental is £99 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across 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 Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across 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 Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore

Apartment in Southwest Harbor, ME

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across 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 Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore pet friendly?

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

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