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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Southwest Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park2 min drive
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse8 min drive
Asticou Azalea Garden23 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Our family of 5 (kids aged 10, 12, 13) loved our stay at this cottage. We spent days hiking then enjoyed having a big ho...

Amanda W.

Oct 28, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

On Beautiful Mount Desert Island

During peak season the house is rented weekly only. Friday to Friday. Peak season being mid June to mid September.
Newman Cottage is a three bedroom, one bath home located in Southwest Harbor Maine, on the “Quiet Side” of Mount Desert Island. This home is the perfect choice for the budget-minded traveler who does not wish to sacrifice comfort over expense. The kitchen is fully appliance and is adjacent to the dining room, seating up to 8. The spacious living room allows for socializing or TV watching at the end of a busy day. The house sleeps six people, having two queens and two twins. All sheets and towels are provided. Newman Cottage holds a right of way to the Manset Shore. Just a short five minute walk to the beach. Seawall picnic area and Bass Harbor Lighthouse are just minutes away as well. Southwest Harbor has bike/kayak/boat rentals, sailing, golfing, shopping, restaurants, groceries, drug store, and playground. Easy access to several lakes, biking and hiking trails. Close to Acadia National Park Activities. Only 20 minutes from Bar Harbor. See Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Hole, Jordan Pond House, or Park Loop Road. Go whale watching, or take a ferry to Swan's Island or Islesford. Our property is NON-smoking.

Appliances
Refrigerator-gas range
Washer-dryer-dishwasher
Microwave-coffee maker
Toaster-radio

No telephone

Amenities
Outdoor seating
Fire pit
Flat screen TV w/DVD
Older TV w/VCR, WiFi
House fans
bed rail, high chair and pack-n-play

Permissions/restrictions
As of July 2021 we are no longer accepting pets
Max. Number of occupants: 6

Property manager

Joseph A Chalmers

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

This holiday home is located in Seawall, a neighbourhood in Southwest Harbor. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 2 min drive
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 21 min drive
Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 36 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬33 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬25 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬6 min drive
‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬10 min drive
‪Colonel's Restaurant - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On Beautiful Mount Desert Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On Beautiful Mount Desert Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On Beautiful Mount Desert Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On Beautiful Mount Desert Island located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor holiday home is located in Seawall, within 3 mi (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Brian U.

29 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was a great little house!

We had a wonderful stay. House was close to shopping and stores. Short walk to the beach, short drive to Acadia national Park. All around, we had a wonderful time.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

14 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Rental was as listed. Beautiful cottage with great amenities. Property owner thought of everything and provided a lot of extras. Soaps, shampoo, bug repellent, and lots of other little things. A great place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

28 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Acadia Family Home

Our family of 5 (kids aged 10, 12, 13) loved our stay at this cottage. We spent days hiking then enjoyed having a big home to relax in each evening. Great outdoor area for the kids and closeby to plenty of activities and hikes. An easy drive to the other side of the island for more hikes. Great hosts, exceptional pricepoint for MDI. THANK YOU.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John N.

25 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay on the quiet side

My family and I loved our stay in this little cottage. It had everything we needed for to get away for a few days. We found several great hikes nearby, and it was only half an hour over to all the popular hikes near Bar Harbor. We highly recommend the Ship Harbor hike nearby.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

13 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

One of the best rentals we have stayed in

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary L., Edmond, OK

13 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Charming and clean home for our base camp to explore Acadia National Park and MDI. So glad we chose to stay on the quite Side of the island.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb H., Oregon House, CA

8 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Acadia Adventure

We loved this cozy gem on the “quiet side of the island”. It was very easy to get to all of the places we wanted to go and was quiet while being close enough to groceries, a museum, trails and restaurants. The home is older with a wonderful personality as it spoke to us with the floorboard and door squeaks. Each room had comfortable mattresses and a fan for the warmer nights. Each night we walked down to the shore to take in the sunset, a wonderful way to end the day. The owners were wonderful and helped us with an overnight package we needed. If you want to explore Acadia this is a perfect spot to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

lori c.

7 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

We love this warm home that Joe and Bobbi have made for anyone who wants to enjoy the beauty of this island. It's a great place to go for a time away.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Orv W., Lakeville, USA

6 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway on the quiet side of the island

Thought not fancy, it was very comfortable and we had everything we needed to relax and unwind after a day of hiking.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

9 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seawall Vacation

The Newman Cottage was the perfect jump off place for our week adventures on Mount Desert. We hiked every day, sailed and swam. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed and the floor fans did a decent job cooling the house down. We loved our time here!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

2 Sept 2023

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Great Place

Nice property a short drive from Bar Harbor.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

25 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in Acadia area

Spacious and well kept older home with all essential supplies.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann S.

4 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation home.

Great place to stay. It really felt like home. Everyone enjoyed staying at this house. Very close to everything. Will try to rent this property for our next vacation. Thank you again for letting us stay at your beautiful home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Philip S.

26 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to visit Acadia

The location of the beautiful cottage is perfect for visiting Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, etc. The beauty is that it is on the quiet side of the island. It’s located near the water (about 6-9 minute walk) and many lobster pounds. The house is beautifully maintained with all appliances, cookware, and other miscellaneous equipment. We would love the opportunity to stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Declan L.

6 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location

Had a nice stay here

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

5 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, clean & comfortable

This property is located in a quiet part of town. The house was exactly what we needed after hiking and biking. It was VERY clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

3 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

We loved staying here. The house was great for our family, kitchen stocked with everything we needed. It was off season, but a few places nearby were open for food. Wonderful base for exploring Acadia.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

21 Apr 2023

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Great Place

We enjoyed the clean, cozy, comfortable, well-equipped house. Our kids had fun playing in the yard and enjoyed the movies and games. The beach access was fun to explore.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

24 Oct 2022

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Nice getaway

Property is well-appointed and comfortable in a quiet area near Seawall (great for nighttime stargazing). Cleanliness was excellent. The Wi-Fi password didn’t seem to work, but we really didn’t need to use it; T-mobile cell service was poor to nonexistent, but we could get some bars using Verizon. We would rent this property again for vacationing near Acadia; Bar Harbor is 25-30 minutes away, and park attractions were accessible. —Kitchen has a good set of pots, bowls and utensils for cooking, and dishes and glasses and mugs for dining. All in all, well run, clean, and a nice rental!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

bill a.

20 Oct 2022

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Wonderful

Enjoyed our stay and loved the deer in the backyard every night. The house had everything we needed and was decorated very nicely.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kylie T.

19 Oct 2022

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Perfect Maine getaway

We loved staying here! Great location close to Acadia. We really enjoyed being away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor. Southwest Harbor is the perfect little town. Close to a ton of trails too. We saw deer through the window every night. Kitchen was well equipped and the beds were all comfortable. We would love to stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison Y.

17 Oct 2022

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Enjoyable getaway!

The house was clean and comfortable - the location was ideal for a quiet trip to Acadia. Loved the close location to a small town, coastline, trails, and a delicious lobster pound!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 Oct 2022

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Love this place!!

Fantastic family atmosphere! This cozy cottage was exactly what we were hoping for. Our teens loved the gorgeous scenery hiking in Acadia, but couldn't wait to come back to the cottage after our adventures and even asked to just hang out there and play games the last afternoon. The owners went above and beyond to ensure a great visit, even helping us with car problems. They were quick to respond to communications and gave helpful information and advice. The kitchen was neat and tidy and well-stocked, and everything was clean. We loved the porch and the beach access and the pellet stove. Would absolutely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022