Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub!
5.0
Outstanding(95 Reviews)Apartment in Southwest Harbor, ME
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this apartment rental
As you walk into 'Port's' main level, you are consumed by panoramic views of the harbor. Step out onto the deck and you can smell the ocean air and feel as though you can reach out and touch the boats in the harbor.
The open floor plan allows you to soak in the views whether you're cooking in the kitchen, relaxing in the sitting area or dining at the table with family and friends. The galley-style kitchen has lots of prep and cupboard space and stainless steel appliances. Reminiscent of a yacht, 'Port' has crisp white walls and natural wood accents, including exposed beams and natural wood ceiling, To top it off, this area is tastefully furnished with comfy couches and leather accents. The upper level offers an open loft bedroom with double bed and overstuffed chair. And in the lower level you'll find the master bedroom with hot tub on private patio overlooking the harbor, a full bath with granite sink, laundry and a second bedroom with twin bed plus a twin trundle.
Come to the 'Quiet Side': 'Port' is situated on the shore in the quaint village of Southwest Harbor. From 'Port' you can take a stroll into town and explore unique shops, fabulous restaurants, museums, antique shops, an oceanarium, and much more.. Rent a boat locally or take the water taxi to explore the waters and islands surrounding Mount Desert Island. The condo is also located just minutes from world-famous Acadia National Park, which offers crystal-clear lakes, sandy and rocky beaches, rocky shorelines, beautifully maintained hiking and biking carriage trails, mountains to hike or drive, and so much more. Opportunities for whale watching, boat rentals and charters, fishing, swimming, golf, tennis, shopping, kayaking, hiking, and many more are within minutes.
Away from the Crowds, Close to Everything!: Situated on the 'quiet side' of Mount Desert Island, you can enjoy the real Downeast Maine away from the crowds, but still be within minutes of world-famous Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. You can explore all that the park has to offer by yourself, take a guided tour or take Mount Desert Island's bus, the 'Island Explorer', available to the public free of charge! Destinations include just about anywhere you want to go on the island. There are a number of outfitters located on Mount Desert Island that rent bicycles and kayaks as well. Just fifteen miles to Bar Harbor and you can enjoy a wide variety of activities from the most relaxed to the most rigorous, dining for all tastes and budgets, and shopping in many unique shops and galleries. Regardless of your interests, 'Port' and the surrounding attractions are sure to make for a fulfilling vacation!
Come in the Fall-Beautiful Foliage, lower rates! : The months of September and October are a fabulous time to come to 'Port'. The rates are lower, the crowds have left, the weather is comfortable and the foliage is spectacular!!! Acadia National Park is rated among the best places in the United States to view fall foliage!
Have school-age kids but still want to avoid the crowds? Why not come to 'Port' in June!
Enjoy a picnic on Windward Shore's Private Dock. Watch the activity in the harbor as working lobster and fishing boats mingle with exquisite yachts. When the sun sets behind you, experience a sight unparalleled as the boats in the harbor are illuminated...gorgeous!
The open floor plan allows you to soak in the views whether you're cooking in the kitchen, relaxing in the sitting area or dining at the table with family and friends. The galley-style kitchen has lots of prep and cupboard space and stainless steel appliances. Reminiscent of a yacht, 'Port' has crisp white walls and natural wood accents, including exposed beams and natural wood ceiling, To top it off, this area is tastefully furnished with comfy couches and leather accents. The upper level offers an open loft bedroom with double bed and overstuffed chair. And in the lower level you'll find the master bedroom with hot tub on private patio overlooking the harbor, a full bath with granite sink, laundry and a second bedroom with twin bed plus a twin trundle.
Come to the 'Quiet Side': 'Port' is situated on the shore in the quaint village of Southwest Harbor. From 'Port' you can take a stroll into town and explore unique shops, fabulous restaurants, museums, antique shops, an oceanarium, and much more.. Rent a boat locally or take the water taxi to explore the waters and islands surrounding Mount Desert Island. The condo is also located just minutes from world-famous Acadia National Park, which offers crystal-clear lakes, sandy and rocky beaches, rocky shorelines, beautifully maintained hiking and biking carriage trails, mountains to hike or drive, and so much more. Opportunities for whale watching, boat rentals and charters, fishing, swimming, golf, tennis, shopping, kayaking, hiking, and many more are within minutes.
Away from the Crowds, Close to Everything!: Situated on the 'quiet side' of Mount Desert Island, you can enjoy the real Downeast Maine away from the crowds, but still be within minutes of world-famous Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. You can explore all that the park has to offer by yourself, take a guided tour or take Mount Desert Island's bus, the 'Island Explorer', available to the public free of charge! Destinations include just about anywhere you want to go on the island. There are a number of outfitters located on Mount Desert Island that rent bicycles and kayaks as well. Just fifteen miles to Bar Harbor and you can enjoy a wide variety of activities from the most relaxed to the most rigorous, dining for all tastes and budgets, and shopping in many unique shops and galleries. Regardless of your interests, 'Port' and the surrounding attractions are sure to make for a fulfilling vacation!
Come in the Fall-Beautiful Foliage, lower rates! : The months of September and October are a fabulous time to come to 'Port'. The rates are lower, the crowds have left, the weather is comfortable and the foliage is spectacular!!! Acadia National Park is rated among the best places in the United States to view fall foliage!
Have school-age kids but still want to avoid the crowds? Why not come to 'Port' in June!
Enjoy a picnic on Windward Shore's Private Dock. Watch the activity in the harbor as working lobster and fishing boats mingle with exquisite yachts. When the sun sets behind you, experience a sight unparalleled as the boats in the harbor are illuminated...gorgeous!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Southwest Harbor, ME
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(95 Reviews)5.0
We just completed our 8th year staying here and it never disappoints. You can’t beat the views from the deck or the proximity to restaurants and local attractions. Every year we say how thankful we found this spot on the “quiet side”!
5.0
It was good
5.0
South Harbor is about half an hour from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor and the main portion of Acadia national Park. We enjoyed being able to escape to our quiet little house located right on South Harbor while staying close enough to Acadia to do all the hiking and eat all the lobster that we wanted.
5.0
The view of the harbor was nothing short of stunning. Watching lobster and sailboats coming and going all day was mesmerizing. And the view was from the loft, the deck and the patio and hot tub. We took advantage of it for breakfast lunch and dinner because we could not beat it at a restaurant. Rooms were very clean if a little small. Kitchen was well appointed. Stairs were a little steep. Location in Southwest Harbor is wonderful much more quaint and quiet than Bar Harbor. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. The view is probably the best I’ve ever seen in places. I’ve stayed all over the world. And the owner was very sweet to give us a heads up on sidewalk construction and offer a refund, but it really was not an issue.
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay in this home and location. We had everything we needed in the condo. We did not hear our neighbors at all. The loft stairs are a little tricky but we had adult children manuvering the stairs so it worked out. There is a BR in the downstairs next to the main BR if you have youngsters. The views are outstanding. Don't miss a sunset. Some mornings there is fog so when it's clear you won't want to miss it. Beautiful. We would stay again and definitely recommend.
5.0
To us, the location a short drive south of Bar Harbor was key. We didn’t want to be in the middle of the tourist bustle that is Bar Harbor, but also didn’t want to be so “off grid” that we’d feel too isolated. Southwest Harbor checked all those boxes. Just enough locally without compromising tranquility.
The place was great. Amazing view. Good kitchen and bath arrangements. Gas BBQ on the deck that we used one night to grill some steaks to go with the lobsters we got to go from Beales a 4 minute drive from the unit.
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5.0
Great location in Southwest Harbor. Two bedrooms plus a loft for sleeping at condo. Excellent view of the harbor.
5.0
Had a great time. Weather was very warm. The area and park was fantastic. A few things we saw that we think could help. Sun blocking curtains in upstairs. Need new can opener. Overall except for the heat we had a great time. Would truly come back and stay again.
Oh hot tub was a favorite too.
5.0
Beautiful view, clean and quiet space, very comfortable and nice location. We never once heard the traffic or neighbors. Great spot to enjoy the best of Acadia.
5.0
We loved the location of the VRBO home. It was in a sleepy Maine area close enough to walk to restaurants and shops. The view was beautiful. Soaking in the hot tub after long hikes was dreamy.
5.0
This was my first time trying a VRBO stay. This property was exactly as pictured, clean and had organized and well though out check in and check out process. It is in a great location for visiting Bar Harbor and the Acaida National Park. It is a place I hope to stay at again. Thank you for sharing your place with us!
5.0
Our family really enjoyed our stay in Southwest Harbor. Watching the boats coming in and out of the harbor was awesome. We hiked and biked throughout Acadia and it was great to return at the end of the day to this peaceful, well maintained, and beautiful home. Thank you for a fantastic vacation!
5.0
We had a very pleasant trip. It was quiet, had a great view, and everything was as the listing indicated. Would definitely rent again.
5.0
Excellent experience at The Port! The condo was clean and well equipped with everything you could need. Check in was simple and everything was as described. Far enough from Bar Harbor to escape the tourist activity, but close enough for dinner in town. The hot tub was perfect after a long day or hiking or bike riding. Sunrise from the downstairs bedroom is not to be missed! We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
We really enjoyed this "quiet side" Southwest Harbor location--convenient to the small village's shops and restaurants, as well as ANP trails like Acadia Mt. and Flying Mt. And just about a 25 minute drive to Bar Harbor and ANP's Cadillac Mt entrance. The condo itself was quiet and clean. Views of the harbor and marina from the living room and balcony are just amazing! We saw herons on the dock and osprey flying overhead. We appreciated that plenty of bath towels were provided, along with a washing machine and dryer (came in handy drying things out after a rainy day hike).
5.0
Beautiful place with great location overlooking the harbor. Clean and organized.
5.0
We are a family of 5 with three children and this property was perfect for us. We fished off the dock, enjoyed the hot tub, had a great view of the harbor and were very close to town. The owner was very responsive to any questions we had.
5.0
We (husband, two kids and me) want a great place on the quiet side when we visit MDI. This place did not disappoint. It was the perfect base camp. We loved being able to walk to catch the Islander bus or get dinner in South West Harbor. We also enjoyed getting back early to watch the Sunset streak across the sky over the harbor. The deck was the perfect spot to hang out and relax at the end of every night. We didn't cook, but there was everything we would have needed if we had.
The hosts were easy to communicate with and very responsive. I highly recommend staying here.
5.0
This was our first trip to Maine (2 adults and 2 teenagers) and we absolutely loved Southwest Harbor! This property was exactly as described with incredible water views. It was so easy to walk into town for shopping, eating or one of the local events. The uptown area is ADORABLE with lots of great dining options. Everyone was so friendly and we had great service everywhere! So relaxed and laid back, which was exactly what we wanted. It was an easy drive to Bar Harbor and everything Acadia has to offer. We had an amazing time and can’t wait to return!
5.0
Peaceful and relaxing property
Very nice vacation rental in a quiet setting overlooking the harbor. Minutes to walk into town and to the Explorer shuttle stop. Kitchen was equipped well, plenty of towels, very comfy beds. Friends rented the next door unit and we simply opened the pass-through doors in the deck dividers and we’re able to freely co-mingle on the deck. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Great property!
This property is exactly as described, perfect for our family of 4 (parents and 2 young teens). I highly recommend!
5.0
We absolutely loved the harbor view and enjoyed watching the boats come in and go out. Our family of four with 2 adult children were very comfortable here and we enjoyed the “quiet side” of the island. The hot tub was very nice too. We would recommend this condo and would love to come back ourselves.
5.0
Amazing View
We absolutely loved the harbor view and enjoyed watching the boats come in and go out. Our family of four with 2 adult children were very comfortable here and we enjoyed the “quiet side” of the island. The hot tub was very nice too. We would recommend this condo and would love to come back ourselves.
5.0
Amazing Views!
My fiancé and I stayed for a week in late March and loved our time on MDI and at Port! You can’t beat those views out over the harbor. The house is well equipped with everything we needed and Jane was very responsive to any questions or concerns.
5.0
Beautiful view ! Close to local town and Acadia National Park
The view here is phenomenal! You are walking distance to Southwest Harbor. The condo was clean and everything you needed was there. Owner was very helpful. Would stay here again.
5.0
We stayed 5 nights at Port. From the minute you walk in, you are looking at the amazing view of the water and boats in Southwest Harbor and the view is even better in person than in the pictures. The view is also excellent from the lower level master bedroom- in fact you can wake up to the sunrise in the harbor (which is exactly what we did) and it is breathtaking! We loved sitting in the hot tub after hiking all day in Acadia National Park. The balcony with table, 4 chairs and a Weber grill provides an outdoor space for enjoying the amazing harbor view. It is all about the views and honestly, it doesn't get better than these views from this condo. The queen sized bed was very comfortable. Jane was a wonderful host and very attentive! She made us feel like this was our home away from home. We had everything we needed in terms of kitchenware, paper towels, toilet paper and even ziplock bags. There was a flashlight, which came in handy with our sunsets in the park. We found the location to be excellent. There are mutliple trailheads in this area for Acadia and the main park was only 20-25 minutes away. It was quiet, peaceful and heavenly. We highly recommend this property. The private dock was a added treat! Thanks!
5.0
You can't get a better View!
We stayed 5 nights at Port. From the minute you walk in, you are looking at the amazing view of the water and boats in Southwest Harbor and the view is even better in person than in the pictures. The view is also excellent from the lower level master bedroom- in fact you can wake up to the sunrise in the harbor (which is exactly what we did) and it is breathtaking! We loved sitting in the hot tub after hiking all day in Acadia National Park. The balcony with table, 4 chairs and a Weber grill provides an outdoor space for enjoying the amazing harbor view. It is all about the views and honestly, it doesn't get better than these views from this condo. The queen sized bed was very comfortable. Jane was a wonderful host and very attentive! She made us feel like this was our home away from home. We had everything we needed in terms of kitchenware, paper towels, toilet paper and even ziplock bags. There was a flashlight, which came in handy with our sunsets in the park. We found the location to be excellent. There are mutliple trailheads in this area for Acadia and the main park was only 20-25 minutes away. It was quiet, peaceful and heavenly. We highly recommend this property. The private dock was a added treat! Thanks!
5.0
This property was my favorite of any I’ve stayed at. Clean, beautiful, great location and quiet. The view is beautiful. Jane provided us with information on activities, restaurants, shopping and tours. The location of the property gave us quick and easy access to any of the above yet gave us the peaceful stay we were seeking. Highly recommended!
5.0
Outstanding from start to finish
This property was my favorite of any I’ve stayed at. Clean, beautiful, great location and quiet. The view is beautiful. Jane provided us with information on activities, restaurants, shopping and tours. The location of the property gave us quick and easy access to any of the above yet gave us the peaceful stay we were seeking. Highly recommended!
5.0
Portside was the perfect location for our exploration of Mount Desert Island and Acadia. Two adult couples shared the home. Very comfortable living space, kitchen well stocked, deck overlooking harbor was ideal! Had a few meals on the deck, cooked on the gas grill, relaxed in the hot tub. We did not read closely enough the description that the A/C was in the lowest level Master only. It was quite warm in the loft bedroom on some of the nights, however, there was a fan and we could open the windows. Younger somethings might not mind, but when you're used to dry and cool, well, just thought others should be aware! Otherwise, it was a terrific place, and you can wake up to the gorgeous sunrise across the harbor!! Communication with the owner was excellent. We would definitely stay there again! Don't miss Beal's and Thurston's Lobster, both close by for the freshest lobster on the island! We miss it already.
5.0
The view makes it!
Portside was the perfect location for our exploration of Mount Desert Island and Acadia. Two adult couples shared the home. Very comfortable living space, kitchen well stocked, deck overlooking harbor was ideal! Had a few meals on the deck, cooked on the gas grill, relaxed in the hot tub. We did not read closely enough the description that the A/C was in the lowest level Master only. It was quite warm in the loft bedroom on some of the nights, however, there was a fan and we could open the windows. Younger somethings might not mind, but when you're used to dry and cool, well, just thought others should be aware! Otherwise, it was a terrific place, and you can wake up to the gorgeous sunrise across the harbor!! Communication with the owner was excellent. We would definitely stay there again! Don't miss Beal's and Thurston's Lobster, both close by for the freshest lobster on the island! We miss it already.
5.0
Beautiful views and walking distance to a lot!!
5.0
Great place no complaints! Beautiful view and very nice!!
Beautiful views and walking distance to a lot!!
5.0
We loved our home base at Southwest Harbor! An easy walk to shops and the marina (our departure point for our lobster tour), and a short drive to easy ocean walks and moderate mountain hikes. The house was clean, cozy, and well-equipped. We had everything we needed to make meals, plus books, board games and a hot tub to occupy us during the wet and cold days when we decided to stay home. The views were stunning and we spent as much time on the deck as we could. A quick note that the stairs to the loft might be tricky for some folks, but my kids had no problems going up and down. Jane was very responsive when we needed to communicate with her and we appreciated the thoughtful welcome note and gift. We highly recommend this property and look forward to staying here again when we next visit Acadia.
5.0
Awesome view of SW Harbor. Just like the online picture. Place was great. Host was excellent with communications. Stay here.
5.0
Home away from home
We loved our home base at Southwest Harbor! An easy walk to shops and the marina (our departure point for our lobster tour), and a short drive to easy ocean walks and moderate mountain hikes. The house was clean, cozy, and well-equipped. We had everything we needed to make meals, plus books, board games and a hot tub to occupy us during the wet and cold days when we decided to stay home. The views were stunning and we spent as much time on the deck as we could. A quick note that the stairs to the loft might be tricky for some folks, but my kids had no problems going up and down. Jane was very responsive when we needed to communicate with her and we appreciated the thoughtful welcome note and gift. We highly recommend this property and look forward to staying here again when we next visit Acadia.
5.0
Awesome View
Awesome view of SW Harbor. Just like the online picture. Place was great. Host was excellent with communications. Stay here.
5.0
Great View
This place was clean and had a great view. Southwest Harbor is nice an quite place. Very convenient to all that Acadia has to offer.
5.0
Absolutely as described and better! Don't miss this property and southwest harbor. Two adults stayed for 5 days.
5.0
Incredible
Absolutely as described and better! Don't miss this property and southwest harbor. Two adults stayed for 5 days.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Southwest Harbor?
The average price for a rental in Southwest Harbor is R 6,068 per night. This rental is R 725 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub!. 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 Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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