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Harborside~Seaglass Beach~Dock~5 min to Acadia
Harborside on Main is a lovingly restored, traditional coastal New Englander cottage located on the hillside above beautiful Southwest Harbor, just 1 mile from Quietside Acadia’s best oceanfront hiking trails. Steps outside the maritime village of SW Harbor with semi-private ocean access, seaglass beach, dock, firepit, and a short walk to all village amenities: the town pier, local bars, restaurants with live outdoor music overlooking the marina, & a private charter on a wooden Friendship sloop.

Tranquility Cottage (Year Round) & Cabin (May-Oct)
Peaceful & pet friendly acre near Acadia in natural, wooded setting. Fast WiFi, view to Ripples Pond (a wildlife sanctuary), & fenced in backyard. Big 1 bed cottage has comfy King mattress + 2 sleeper futons. The Cabin (only open May 1-Oct 31) has kitchenette, bathroom & Queen bed. A backyard path to hammock & chill spot by Ripples (view only, but 1/2 mile away is Long Pond for swimming, canoe/kayak rental). Grill. Firepit. Tranquility! NOTE: Cabin open May-Oct + has ceiling+box fans but no A/C

Lakefront Cabin in Acadia National Park
Enjoy Acadia National Park from within the Park in a private lakefront cabin, large deck, dock, offshore swim float, canoe, kayaks, gas grill, fire pit, indoor & outdoor hot showers. Studio with loft, kitchen, and bathroom on Echo Lake in Acadia. Sleeps 5 (King loft, Queen convertible couch, and Single fold-out twin bed). BYO camping approach: PACK-IN/PACK-OUT everything including your garbage. You must bring your own sheets, pillows, blankets, & towels. Lake Views, Sunsets and Loons abound!

The Cabins at Currier Landing Cabin 2: Meadow
Tranquil cabin; open plan. Bedroom w/queen bed & privacy doors. Alcove w/bunkbeds. The Cabins at Currier Landing, featured in Dwell as “Three Magical Tiny Cabins Take Root in a Maine Forest,” are located on the Thos. Currier Saltwater Farm. Glimpses of water & access to 300’ of the Benjamin River Harbor shore. 2 seasonal cabins; 1 studio cabin. Centrally located on the Blue Hill Peninsula near Deer Isle, the cabins offer access to outdoor activities, cultural events, restaurants & shops.

Southwest Harbor Cottage
Enjoy unparalleled views of bustling Southwest Harbor and the beauty of Acadia National Park from the comfort of Eagle's Nest. Perched on a granite cliff, this thoughtfully designed little home provides for your every need. For anything else, take the ten minute stroll into the village, where you'll find plenty of local shops and restaurants. You can access the water via a set of stairs leading from the property to the shoreline. End your days on the deck and keep your eyes peeled for seals!

Woods of Eden, Bar Harbor, Acadia N.P. Bear Tent.
Relax, re-charge and enjoy the peace that comes from spending time near the ocean and under the stars. Our tents have all the comforts of home. Linens, towels, bath products and kitchen supplies. Our family owned glampground is just 4 miles from Acadia N.P. This tent has a full bathroom, two comfy queen beds, a long bunk bed, outfitted kitchenette, kitchen table and outside deck. There is a communal fire pit and a shed full of games. Check out the Woods of Eden Glampground in Bar Harbor.

Acadia Historic Home with Hot Tub and Game Room
✔ This Historic Home Was The Island's General Store & Butcher Shop, Dating Back To 1856 ✔ 5 min to Acadia National Park ✔ Somes Sound Brook In Your Backyard ✔ 7-Person Hot Tub Under String Lights ✔ Kayaking & Swimming In Somes Sound, Long Pond & Echo Lake ✔ Fire Pit, Grill, & Lobster Pot ✔ Game Room with AirHockey, ShuffleBoard, & a SMART TV ✔ Theater With Real Reclining Theater Seats & Movie Candy Provided ✔ All Dogs Welcome ✔ Air Conditioning, Fast Wifi, Washer/Dryer

Artsy Tiny House & Cedar Sauna
Our family is excited to share our tiny house with you! Located on our artist collective farm, this is our favorite place on earth. It’s off grid, cottage core, and has a beautiful & fragrant cedar sauna. We are 27 minutes from Acadia National Park and surrounded by truly gorgeous local beaches. We offer super comfy beds, an outdoor shower, twinkle lights, summer nights filled with fireflies, bright maples in the fall, and cozy winter movie nights in a bed alcove like on a boat.

Hulls Cove Cottage
Settled right outside Hulls Cove Village and its entrance to Acadia National Park, this lovely, cozy cottage is minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and its shopping, restaurants, kayaking and other activities. A classic New England shingled cape, you'll feel right at home in the updated living space, with an upstairs queen bedroom, loft with twin beds, and private backyard. Centrally located to take advantage of everything Mt. Desert Island has to offer! Registration #VR1R26-037

Delightful Bungalow - Northeast Harbor & Acadia
Welcome to Northeast Harbor and Acadia National Park! SUMMIT BUNGALOW is a cozy home that is a block away from water views and within easy walking distance to town. Hiking, carriage trail walks and biking, time spent on the water, and restaurants, are ready for you to enjoy! Within town is a library, public tennis courts, and numerous shops to explore. Begin your mornings with coffee on the porch swing and end the day over-looking the spacious backyard.

Sweetwater - Bright, Airy, Modern
Named for its sweet views of the ocean inlet just beyond the front patio, Sweetwater is a serene Scandinavian-modern retreat nestled on the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island — home to the beloved Acadia National Park. Whether you're gathering family or escaping with friends, this thoughtfully designed cottage offers everything you need for a restorative Maine getaway, just minutes from the Park's most cherished trails, swimming holes, and hidden gems

Modern Cabin in the Pines • Hot Tub + Near Acadia
Enjoy our cozy home-away-from-home amid towering pines and granite boulders — the perfect respite after exploring Acadia. Our newly built cabin has rustic Maine charm and modern comforts: AC, waterfall shower, memory foam mattresses, indoor gas fireplace, outdoor gas fire pit, gas grill, hot tub, 4KTV, high-speed internet, modern kitchen, filtered water, gas range, high-end appliances, and front-loading washer/dryer.
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Deluxe Cabin A at Wild Acadia

The Jarvis Homestead | Historic Maine Mansion

SugarMaple: New 2-Bedroom Apartment, Screen Porch.

Three Sisters Retreat

Bar Harbor, near Acadia with seasonal dock & pool

Loon Sound Cottage, On the Water

Acadia get away.! With pool and hot tub

Large MDI house w/pool perfect for groups+families
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