Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views

Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views House in Southwest Harbor

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(46 Reviews)

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

11 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

Come stay the night in the gorgeous Harbor View rental in Southwest Harbor, Maine! Harbor View is located just minutes outside of downtown Southwest Harbor on a hill overlooking the beautiful port that gives the town it’s name. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the spacious porch while watching local lobster-fishermen leave the harbor beneath a Maine sunrise or maybe a refreshing cold beverage while admiring the view of the Cranberry Islands. Harbor View can hold eleven guests comfortably, making it perfect for a multiple family getaway, and several TVs and living areas make for wonderful nights together enjoying games and movies.
The incredible location of Harbor View in what is known as “The Quietside” of Mount Desert Island is possibly the largest advantage of the property. Southwest Harbor used to be a small fishing village and retains a vibrant small-town fishing community. A five minute walk to downtown Southwest Harbor allows you to spend time exploring local restaurants and shops. The Quietside is packed with some of Acadia National Park’s most beautiful hiking trails and views, including the famous Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and the gorgeous lakes of Long Pond and Echo Lake, which are perfect for swimming during warm summer months. Harbor View is just a fifteen minute drive from downtown Bar Harbor and the countless restaurants that the town holds while also allowing you to avoid the overwhelming cruise ship traffic and packed atmosphere of Bar Harbor in the summer months. Southwest Harbor provides its own opportunities for both private boat rentals and fishing tours on the untouched waters in the Gulf of Maine.
The core of the house itself was built in the 1920s and retains the historic style while more recent additions including a full second floor and kitchen seamlessly blend modern living with historic building design. The first floor contains a kitchen, equipped with all necessary appliances, a living room and two bedrooms, one with a twin and bunkbeds and one with a double. The living room displays wonderful panoramic views of the Harbor through windows that illuminate the entire downstairs in natural light. The upstairs has a living area of its own equipped with a TV and sleeper sofa. Two more bedrooms allow for more comfortable sleeping room and the views from the master are unbeatable anywhere else in the house.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

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

7.5 mi

Wilson Museum

40 mi

Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(46 Reviews)

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

11 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

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

7.5 mi

Wilson Museum

40 mi

Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(46 Reviews)

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Clean, cozy and convenient to all Mount Desert Island has to offer. This property afforded us the opportunity to spend quality time together with three generations of family members. The location is convenient, offering something for every one of any age.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

This home is lovely. This was my 3rd time staying at this property. The owners are attentive and responsive. The home is clean, well equipped and in a great location. A wonderful place to create memories.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

We had a wonderful week staying in this house in Southwest Harbor. The house was in walking distance to the town and very comfortable for the 9 of us.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

We were in town for a busy family reunion so didn’t spend much time at the house, but it had everything we needed for a restful sleep, a well-stocked kitchen where we could cook, and two full baths with plenty of soft, thick towels. It had a great view of the harbor. Breakfast on the deck was a treat. The furniture was really comfy and the location was convenient to the center of town.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful, cozy, fantastic view, great location home!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Very good decor; fine furniture and appliances. I would love to return for another stay. Weather was challenging but enjoyed the coziness of the home ambiance. Only challenge was the loose kitchen handle needs ? Allen wrench which I did not have with me.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

Beautiful Home, very cozy, very comfortable, beautifully decorated. Wonderfully quiet and WIFI worked great for our business emails, ZOOMS, etc. Thank you for a great stay in your beautiful home!

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2023

Beautiful, cozy house, met all of our needs, well, equipped, wonderful location. Easy access to Acadia, National Park and Bar Harbor. We would definitely stay there again. Shelley is a wonderful host, quick to respond to any questions or concerns.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

We enjoyed the stay. Amenities were great too. We enjoyed the fireplace outside.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

This is a wonderful property and the host was so helpful and responsive. We were able to relax and have an amazing time with my daughter and my son/2 grandchildren. The amenities were perfect. This was our second time at this house and would love to stay again. Perfect location to do anything on the island. All our favorite quiet side sites are close by.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

This was our 2nd time staying at Harbor View and it was perfect! The house is roomy and comfortable. There is room for everyone to spread out and relax. Shelly is a wonderful host who takes care of every detail. We are returning in July 2024. A perfect place for a vacation

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Ideal for a getaway.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

We wished we could have stayed longer - so many great places to hike and explore in the area. Shelley has great maps, advice and books on best places in the area - all so close to the house. The house was perfect for 5 of us to cook, gather in the living room. Great deck but a little too cool to take much advantage of it.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

This home was perfect for our stay in Maine! We loved the small town vibe of Southwest Harbor and would certainly stay here, again! Shelley was great to work with and the home has a beautiful view, overlooking the harbor!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Great house in a wonderful location on the “quiet side” of Acadia. Shelley was very responsive and has the house set up perfectly for a very comfortable stay! I would definitely stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Owner was very responsive and helpful!

5.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Had a wonderful stay in a beautiful location. The house has views of the harbor and was equipped with everything we could possibly need. It was so easy to be able to unwind and relax here with family. Close to everything southwest harbor has to offer and a short drive to other parts of Acadia and bar harbor. So sad to see our vacation end - would stay here again in a heartbeat. The house was perfect for our 3 generations - myself, my son, and 2 grandkids as well as our dog.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

We loved this property in the “quiet side” of Mount Desert Island. Much more spacious than the pictures would reveal, with a great living space and work space for remote work in the upstairs, and additional space on the main floor for our teenagers and for general hanging out. Short walking distance to the Main Street of Southwest Harbor, where there were nice restaurants, an ice cream shop, and our resident bike shop. Close to all of our activities in nearby Echo Lake, Long Pond, and close enough to Bar Harbor and the carriage roads for biking. Really nice location for everything we needed. Shelley was a great host.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Great Space for a Trip with Extended Family

Great Space for a Trip with Extended Family

The house was perfect for our family and extended family. There were multiple living spaces where people could go and hang out. We really enjoyed the deck overlooking the harbor and also the fire pit! There were so many amenities included - no need to lug towels, linens, paper goods, etc. Plenty of parking room for all of our cars. Beds were really comfortable. Highly recommend this property!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Relaxation and Convenience

Relaxation and Convenience

We had an amazing week! The house is so warm and inviting. The moment we arrived we were relaxed. The view from the deck is spectacular. The hosts are responsive and so helpful. We were able to walk into Southwest Harbor for ice cream and dinner. We can't wait to return!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Nice house, enjoyed our stay

Nice house, enjoyed our stay

Great

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Amazing location!

Amazing location!

Perfect week in a perfect location. This home had everything we could have hoped for a more. Host was so helpful with any questions we had. Would love another opportunity to return some day.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

Clean, lovely spot

Clean, lovely spot

House was clean and as advertised. Very comfortable in the winter months and close to the beauty of Acadia. Shelley was very responsive to texts and e-mails and helped with important local info

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2021

Great 'quiet side/quiet time' visit!

Great 'quiet side/quiet time' visit!

We were looking for a little Thanksgiving escape to MDI and ended up in the perfect location. The house was spotless and spacious. The two living room spaces (one up and one down) made it very easy to let everyone enjoy the rainy afternoon. The location was excellent as Southwest Harbor had just enough open to get get us through the visit, and we were so close to great hiking trails for short legs (Wonderland and Ships Harbor). Great stay, very nice host! We got a call within an hour of departing that I had dropped two rings while packing- and she offered to send them.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Nice property not to far from Acadia and Bar Harbor

Nice property not to far from Acadia and Bar Harbor

Clean and cute furnishings. Had everything we needed for our stay. It is a plus that she allows pets. She was very nice and let us check in early so my daughter could use the internet for work. My only minus was that there was some street noise. Also the queen size bed was extra hard like a rock. Overall, I would recommend this property.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Great place with everything you need , host very responsive and location is perfect

Great place with everything you need , host very responsive and location is perfect

I would highly recommend this place , comfortable and clean , host super responsive and location is perfect! No complaints!!

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Felt just like home....only better

Felt just like home....only better

This home was very well cared for, tastefully decorated, and really well appointed. We wanted for nothing during our stay. It felt like being at home, only with a vacation vibe. The location was perfect. Short walk into "downtown" SWH. We prefer to stay on the quiet side of the island - and even though this house is on the main road through town, this house fit the bill - it was quiet and relaxing. I can' t recommend this house more highly.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Excellent!

Excellent!

The house was perfect for our family of 6. Clean and great location. The host was incredibly responsive.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Beautiful home - perfect location

Beautiful home - perfect location

This home did not disappoint. Very tasteful home in a wonderful location. Convenient to park, walk to dinner, enjoy beautiful views from the deck. We wanted for nothing, such a wonderful vacation.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

A fabulous family home with gorgeous views

A fabulous family home with gorgeous views

We loved our week in this beautiful home. It is the first rental I have been in that is even nicer than the photos. It was the perfect place for our group of seven to begin and end our adventurous days mountain climbing, kayaking or browsing in Southwest and Bar Harbors. We are so grateful to the owners enough for sharing their pristine, yet comfortable, home with magnificent views. Definitely 5 stars but I’d give it a six for location!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

What a view!

What a view!

Great view from the front porch! Well stocked kitchen and very easy walk to town

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Lovely stay

Lovely stay

Shelley’s place is wonderful - a quick walk into town, drivable distance to nearby hikes and Acadia. She & her husband went above and beyond as host, including finding ways for my dad to get the sports channels :) Ample room for 5 adults and a beautiful view of the harbor. Thank you!!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Beautiful home great location

Beautiful home great location

This house had everything that we needed to make our trip to Acadia peaceful, restful, and relaxing. The upstairs master suite Had unbelievable Harbor views that really made or stay here exceptional. Where the property is located is very convenient to get to all the attractions in the round Acadia. Best vacation spot.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Visit June 5-12, 2021

Visit June 5-12, 2021

Our second visit and we love the house a mind Sw Harbor. Plenty of room to spread out both inside and outside

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2020

Spacious, comfortable home

Spacious, comfortable home

We really enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for 4 adults. 2 of them were seniors and having the rooms and bathroom on first floor was very helpful. Kitchen had everything needed for cooking and we used the grill a few times as well. Great home!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2020

Just lovely

Just lovely

The house is even bigger than it looks in photos, and it's well situated for walking to town/the harbor/ restaurants and just a short drive to the park. We had a wonderful stay with covid-tested family and friends, and the hosts were accommodating beyond measure. Would absolutely rent again.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2020

Family getaway

Family getaway

Harbor View is a perfect home in the quiet side town of Southwest Harbor. It is a comfortable house to relax in with plenty of spaces for everyone. The town is convenient to shops and groceries, hiking and swimming

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2020

Great location for exploring Acadia

Great location for exploring Acadia

This was a wonderful place to return to and spread out and relax after long days of hiking, biking, kayaking and exploring Acadia. The house is lovely, spacious and so comfortable! It was also spotless. The kitchen had everything we needed, and the grill and deck were great. We really liked being in Southwest Harbor and on the quiet side of the island, and this house was perfect for us. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home!

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2020

SW Harbor Vacation June 2020

SW Harbor Vacation June 2020

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house completely met our needs and was in close proximity to everything we wanted to see. Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

Wonderful property and location

Wonderful property and location

House was great for 5 of us, we each had own sleeping area and space. Location was terrific, could walk to restaurants and shops. Deck was perfect for enjoying wine and cheese in the evening.

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Southwest Harbor is £254 per night. This rental is £161 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views. 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 Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views

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 Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Amazing Harbor and Ocean Views?

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