Captain's Cottage, beautiful waterfront home facing Somes Sound and Cadillac Mt

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(29 Ratings)

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

4 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 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

This property is on one of the most scenic roads of Mount Desert Island in Southwest Harbor and it directly faces Somes Sound, the only Fjord on the East Coast.
It's wrap around porch makes it the perfect place for relaxing watching the sailing activity of the harbor, having morning breakfast and evening cocktails.
The immaculate detailing of its interiors makes it a very relaxing habitat for your Summer holidays and its location is a great starting point to go hiking, canoeing, biking or sailing.

NO SHOES IN THE HOUSE
THE FIREPLACE IS NOT IN USE

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

8.2 mi

Wilson Museum

41.3 mi

££££

Captain's Cottage, beautiful waterfront home facing Somes Sound and Cadillac Mt

££££

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(29 Ratings)

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

4 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 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

8.2 mi

Wilson Museum

41.3 mi

Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(29 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2024

The first impression of the property was that it was pristinely cleaned. Other features include top of the line kitchen appliances. The local caretaker did an excellent job on responding to questions. We do suggest that non-skid backers be placed under several small carpets to reduce fall risk. It should also be noted that the stairs are steep and highly finished, care is needed to avoid a slip. As the owner requests that shoes not be worn in the house, adding carpet or other product to stairway to improve traction would improve safety.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Absolute gem, house is elegant and extremely well equipped, especially kitchen. Beautiful light & views. Southwest Harbor town center is nearby with nice restaurants, cafes, and shops. Will return!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Captain’s Cottage was wonderfully appointed and the view and location ideal. We will most certainly be returning!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Mario and caretaking team were pleasant to work with.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

The view was even better than expected. Gorgeous sunset and (a way too early) sunrise views. We loved sitting on the porch morning and evening. 25 minutes from Bar Harbor but it was so nice to be away from the crowds. Kitchen is very well stocked. Beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels. I would return!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

This was our 4th time staying at this beautiful home and we cannot wait for the next time! The house, the views, the location are all great and communications went very smoothly. We are totally eager to go again!!

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Beautiful home close to Acadia.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

This house will not disappoint! We’ve stayed in a lot of great places with VRBO, but this was the best. The minute we walked in, we knew this was a special place. It was so tastefully appointed from the furnishings, to the high end well stocked kitchen, & everything in between. The amazing view of the harbor is quintessential New England. We had great weather. We did sunrise on Cadillac Mt, all kind of hikes, e-bikes in Acadia, sunset boat tour & shopped Bar Harbor. Lots of restaurants in area, too. We hope to be back. Just a lovely vacation for all of us. Our host was very accommodating. Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2023

Great Stay - House was superb!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

This was our second visit and we can’t wait to return!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Impressed with quality of home and communication with owner

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

This house is wonderful; it is beautifully decorated and well furnished with all supplies. The view of the harbor is a pleasure every day and it is conveniently located 1.5 miles from the town. We have stayed here multiple times and very much look forward to returning again next summer.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

This house had everything needed for a relaxing stay. Kitchen made for a gourmet chef with high end equipment and cooking tools. Kitchen and supplies very organized. Plenty of tourist brochures and maps for those planning excursions. Unbeatable view of Somes Sound Harbor and Acadia mountains and we enjoyed watching boats coming and going in working South West Harbor. Beautiful gardens and private back yard and patio. Wrap around porch had several areas to sit and enjoy the view in comfortable chairs and table for enjoying a meal outside. Water views from all rooms. Tastefully decorated with Maine in mind. Beautiful modern bathrooms. Bedrooms all with unique nautical themes and generous storage. We came during a heat wave but ceiling fans and supplemental fans helped plus the sea breeze through the large picture windows was heaven. The house is situated on the "quiet" side of Mount Desert Island but close to everything within Acadia National Park. Thirty minute drive to Bar Harbor for whale watching outing. Grocery store 10 minutes away. Every town we drove through was a quaint New England town. Five minute drive to lots of great restaurants and sights. We highly recommend this vacation home and would love to come back.

5.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Lovely stay and looking forward to booking again. Close to Acadia with all it has to offer plus sitting on the porch and watching the boats (and fog) come and go.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Lovely place!

Lovely place!

By far the nicest rental we have stayed in in Maine. Lovely location and house is adorable. Great place to watch fireworks on the 4th too!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

A wonderful place!!!

A wonderful place!!!

This home is beautiful and the harbor views are terrific. We have stayed here before and cannot wait to return once again. All went seamlessly with the arrangements and all we had to do was to enjoy ourselves, which we did!

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Fantastic home, location, and host!

Fantastic home, location, and host!

Our entire group loved this house and our stay there. The kitchen is the best-equipped one any of us had encountered in a rental, complete with high-quality knives and other helpful tools for cooking and even baking. Whether inside or outside, we all found great areas to sit and read or work, and enjoyed the great communal space between the living room, kitchen, and dining area. Other amenities were great: high-quality bedding and towels, plenty of games and magazines to keep you occupied, etc. Location is very convenient to Acadia National Park, the towns of Southwest Harbor and Bar Harbor, kayaking at Long Pond, and so on. The area is very peaceful, and we would spot 20 or more deer while taking an evening walk. We loved it and would come back again! A couple of details that may be of interest as you plan: - The office is a real bonus if anyone in your group will be working during your stay. It does not have a door, though--something to keep in mind when thinking about noise or motion in the background. - The smallest bedroom really is a child's bedroom, with a twin trundle bed with both foot and head touching the walls. (We still put an adult in there--it was tight!)

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

Captain's Cottage exceeded all expectations !

Captain's Cottage exceeded all expectations !

Everything about our one month stay in Captain's Cottage was sheer delight. The house was lovely and very comfortable, and you couldn't beat the view of Manset Harbor. From either the master bedroom or the wrap around porch, we couldn't get enough of the view. The owner, property manager/gardener, and housekeeper were all very attentive. As was Jack, the beautiful german sheppard. Very convenient location. We can't wait to return!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

The perfect house in a perfect spot

The perfect house in a perfect spot

Wonderful home with amazing view of southwest harbor, Somme’s sound and the mountains of Acadia. Great kitchen with a deck that will make you want to eat at the house every night. Very good communication with property manager if anything is needed.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Awesome SW Harbor house!

Awesome SW Harbor house!

We've been coming to SW Harbor for 15+ years and have rented several houses. This is by far the best we've experienced. Most houses in this area have not been updated for decades, but this was different. Great kitchen (Wolf range/oven, Sub-Zero fridge, etc), roomy kitchen/dining, comfortable furniture and beds, updated bathrooms, nice grill...and the wrap-around porch and view are unbeatable. Only wish was for a shower curtain around the tub in bath upstairs. Otherwise wonderful place to stay. Trish and Jack (caretakers) were very pleasant, helpful and responsive. Would absolutely stay here again!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Million dollar view

Million dollar view

Beautiful house with nautical design, well equipped, very comfortable and super clean in beautiful location. Wrap around porch with comfortable furniture- a gem.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Best view ever!

Best view ever!

This home is beautiful. I cannot say more! The harbor view is a treasure and the neighborhood walks are delightful. Suffice it to say that we cannot wait until we can plan to go again!

5.0 / 10.0

Sep 2020

Our group (2 couples) stayed here the week of Labor Day and everything worked out well. Mario, the owner, was responsive and easy to deal with. Caretaker/gardener greeted us with fresh flowers and was very helpful. House is in a beautiful spot, with gorgeous views of SW Harbor from wrap-around porch- we enjoyed drinks and dinner out there. House is nicely decorated, clean (cleaning fee reflects high covid cleaning standards), has well-equipped kitchen and a good layout for our 2 couples. (Two queen bedrooms are both nice but unequal- the master is larger with en-suite bathroom and views). Only a short drive to town, and half hour to Acadia visitors center. Good base for exploring MDI. We would recommend to friends and would stay here again for sure.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2020

Wonderful waterfront stay in SW Harbor

Wonderful waterfront stay in SW Harbor

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2020

Excellent week on MDI

Excellent week on MDI

Wonderful property away from the craziness of downtown bar harbor. Immaculately maintained property with a gorgeous view of southwest harbor to wake up to. Takes about 15-30min to get to most of the hikes and attractions in Acadia (though there are some trailheads and lakes very close by), which was perfect for us because it’s less busy when we want to relax at home in the morning and evening. I wish the master bed was bigger and more comfy (I think it was only a full, and a little outdated especially compared to the rest of the house) but otherwise it was absolutely perfect. 5*, would stay here again without hesitation.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2020

Wonderful Property

Wonderful Property

Beautiful Home and Wonderful Views!!!!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2020

Charming House in Great Location

Charming House in Great Location

This house is a little gem overlooking Southwest Harbor. The view was stunning. We never got tired of drinks/meals on the front porch watching the boats ply the harbor and tie up at the pier.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2020

Very enjoyable stay

Very enjoyable stay

Fabulous views with memorable suppers on the porch, excellent kitchen in which to prepare them.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2019

Perfection in Acadia

Perfection in Acadia

Captain's cottage is simply perfection. Lovely high end but quaint property in an idyllic setting and conveniently located in the quieter Southwest Harbor. The owner has provided everything for a comfortable stay. The home is beautifully decorated in a nautical theme with comfortable bedding and linens. Attention has been given to every detail and the home is immaculate. We loved hearing the ropes on masts and watching boats gently come and go from the harbor. We picked fresh herbs from the lovingly cared for patio flower pots to add to our breakfast eggs, and then enjoyed watching folks come and go for their water taxi on the front porch. We were thrilled to see deer come by in the evening to eat from the apple tree. We highly recommend this property as an added treat to the beautiful Acadia experience.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2019

Manset Bungalow

Manset Bungalow

Had a wonderful experience in Manset, my childhood hometown. The bungalow was a great place to stay and we enjoyed being on the Shore Rd. We were welcomed with vase of fresh flowers and all the amenities one could ask for. Clean, appointed well and a neighborhood of friendly people. Highly recommend this rental!

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in Southwest Harbor is £256 per night. This rental is £288 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Captain's Cottage, beautiful waterfront home facing Somes Sound and Cadillac Mt. 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 Captain's Cottage, beautiful waterfront home facing Somes Sound and Cadillac Mt pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Captain's Cottage, beautiful waterfront home facing Somes Sound and Cadillac Mt?

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

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Captain's Cottage, beautiful waterfront home facing Somes Sound and Cadillac Mt

House in Southwest Harbor, ME

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Southwest Harbor, ME

Nearby attractions

Captain's Cottage, beautiful waterfront home facing Somes Sound and Cadillac Mt

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 Captain's Cottage, beautiful waterfront home facing Somes Sound and Cadillac Mt pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Captain's Cottage, beautiful waterfront home facing Somes Sound and Cadillac Mt?

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