Acadia Yurts offers visitors the most unique way to stay on Mount Desert Island. Seven fun, eco-friendly Yurts and two Tiny Houses will bring you as close to nature as camping, with all the amenities of home. Located on 5 acres of lovely wooded land, surrounded by Acadia National Park property, Acadia Yurts offer a peaceful retreat for your group (up to 4 guests per 24' Yurt, 6 guests for the 30' Yurt or 2 guests per Tiny House). Acadia Yurts is also ideal for large groups traveling with accommodations for up to 34 people on 1 site.
In addition to yurt or tiny house living, the Wellness Center at Acadia Yurts offers on-site yoga, an infrared sauna and a flotation tank, all available for extra charge. Prices available upon request.
A yurt is a tent-like circular fabric structure with a wood lattice frame that originated among the nomadic tribes in Asia. These permanent, colorful structures have thick canvas exterior walls that include reflective insulation and a high efficiency heat pump/AC unit so you can be comfortable during any season. Yurts are quickly becoming a new vacation experience that vacationers are enjoying throughout the US from cliff side views in California to ski lodges in Colorado. This is a memorable place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Acadia!
Property manager
Karen Roper
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!
Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!
For health & wellness this property is non-smoking
Guests will maintain peace and quiet, suitable to the location of the premises at ALL times, regardless of quiet hours.
Guests WILL maintain strict control of their dog(s) w/ a leash at all times. Constant barking is prohibited. Dog(s) may NOT be left alone in the yurt.
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
Note from host: Within Reason
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Southwest Harbor
Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Southwest Harbor, ME
What's nearby
Acadia National Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Echo Lake Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 20 min drive - 18.5 km
Cadillac Mountain - 34 min drive - 28.5 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Jordan Pond House Restaurant - 31 min drive
Shell - 12 min drive
Hansen's Outpost - 7 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 6 min drive
Gott's Store - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! located?
Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The yurt was beautiful and well equipped with everything we needed. Loved the property and the accessibility to things like the pantry, garbage, laundry, etc. Didnt get to enjoy the firepit or the yoga classes but will definitely be coming back! Location was great as well and decent distance to Acadia and Bar Harbor
My wife and I stayed at Acadia Yurts for 5 incredible days. The property is beautiful and well maintained, quiet and peaceful, perfect for a week of relaxing and decompressing. It's a short 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor and 30 minutes from Acadia National Park. Highly recommended!!
Flying Mountain yurt was a perfect get away. Well appointed, conveniently located and so comfy! This was our second time staying and we’ll definitely be back again. Karen and Aaron are great hosts and communicators. Thank you!
My dogs and I had the best week at Acadia Yurts. It was comfortable, clean, warm, and I loved being able to see the starts through through skylight at night! We had everything we needed, and nature right outside the door. The shared pantry was a fantastic idea, and we also appreciated having access to laundry. Time to set up Acadia Yurts 2.0 for people who want to live there permanently!
Best I could have imagined. Steps from the park to take a morning run. Acadia Yurts was so relaxing and park owners super attentive. Some noise from local business but otherwise felt like we were staying right in Acadia National Park.
We loved the experience of the Yurt at Acadia! Coming back to the Yurt after a day of hiking was a beautiful treat! I especially loved the nights it rained.
This property gives you the experience of camping but with all the amenities of home. The yurt we stayed in had everything we needed including upgraded WiFi as cell reception throughout Acadia is spotty. The location is perfect for a quiet get away, yet just minutes away from park trails, a coffee shop, grocery store and local restaurants. Lastly the owners are extremely friendly and welcome sharing their knowledge of the area. We will definitely be back!
We loved our stay at Acadia Yurts! The yurt was so cozy and comfortable. Karen and Aaron included everything you could need while here and are very responsive if you have any questions. Great location in the woods for privacy but not too far from any hike. We loved being able to bring our Golden with us too!
Belinda V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Liz B.
31 July 2018
Quiet, beautiful, and relaxing.
My fiancee and I stayed here for a week and loved it!
The grounds are well maintained, all of the yurt sites are beautiful and well appointed.
The owners are friendly and helpful.
We will definitely come back and have started recommended it to others as well.
The place was clean and well equipped. We liked that we could cook our meals to save during the trip. The site was quiet and relaxing. Thanks for accepting dogs in some of the yurts, it changes everything for us.
Roxane G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Joanne M.
7 July 2016
Very clean, homey and nice
Had a great time in Acadia and enjoyed the yurts very much. Made full use of kitchen.
This is our second time staying at the yurts. This time we took my parents with us and got them their own yurt. Everyone in the group enjoyed our stay, even if we lost power for a few hours due to a storm the night before. It's the perfect stay to enjoy nature and still have the comforts of home. Our dog enjoyed his visit too.
We had an absolutely amazing stay at Acadia Yurts! The property and the owners are wonderful. The grounds are quiet, accommodating, and just overall rejuvenating. The yurt itself was clean, well-stocked, and felt like we were home. Proximity to the park and Bar Harbor was perfect. We cannot wait to come back.
Better than I imagined. Just like home. Roomy. Quiet. Private. Great location on the quiet side of the island. Highly recommend. Would definitely stay there again.
Had a great stay at Acadia Yurts. The location is perfect, the yurt is clean and the owners are super nice. Loved the wellness center and happy I was able to take part in the offered yoga class with Kristen (awesome teacher!) and try out the infrared sauna. Happy to have this experience. :)
Since we first pulled up we were pleased. It only got better. the entire place had a feel good vibe to it and it definitely added to the charm of the Yurt. We will be back to enjoy more time in Southwest Harbor, Bar Harbor, and Acadia. Thank you for adding to the great time we had in Maine.
We have been wanting to get back to Acadia for years and we were thrilled to have stayed in Acadia yurts. It is in a nice quiet location surrounded by hiking trails, the sound and ponds/lakes for kayaking. Main Street of Southwest harbor was close by so if you wanted to go out to eat or shop it was minutes away. Our yurt was adorably furnished and so comfortable and clean. The owners thought of everything and were so accommodating and helpful. We also did a few yoga classes on premises which were great. We would highly recommend staying here.
My husband and I can't rave enough about our stay - we have been to many travel destinations and our vacation with Acadia Yurts is literally at the top of our list. Obviously Acadia National Park is beautiful but Acadia Yurts is exactly what they say "comfortably close to nature" - it was the perfect mix of reconnecting with nature in a comfortable relaxing environment.... like camping with a full kitchen, comfortable bed and private bathroom/shower... doesn't get much better. Highly recommend. And definitely book a massage, you won't regret it.
Summer D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
About the host
Hosted by Karen Roper
Aaron is an Maine native. He was born and raised across the bridge in Trenton and grew up attending local Bar Harbor schools. He has worked in the restaurant industry for the past 15+ years beginning as a prep cook in high school then moving toward general manager. Aaron's favorite extracurricular activity is learning all he can about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As often as he can, he trains locally and loves sharing this passion with others.
Karen is a transplant. Originally from Chicago she made her way to Maine in 2009 and fell in love immediately. In Acadia she enjoys hiking, trail running, yoga, and long walks on the carriage roads. Karen has been teaching yoga locally for over 6 years and now brings her practice to the Wellness Center (located on site at Acadia Yurts). Karen is also a licensed massage therapist and offers services onsite.
As a couple we have done quite a bit of traveling and through that we have narrowed down the particular way we like to travel. The biggest factor for us is having a furnished kitchen in order to prepare health minded foods to nourish our bodies and support all our outdoor activities. The idea for Acadia Yurts has been brewing for quite some time. Friends of ours live off the grid in a yurt and we greatly appreciate the rustic, romantic feel of the yurt but wanted some of the comforts of home- running water, heat, electricity. From there Acadia Yurts was born. We deeply hope you enjoy our home as much as we do!!
Why they chose this property
This property is a stones throw to Acadia National Park with hidden gems around every turn. Acadia Yurts is the most unique way to stay on MDI. We bring you local knowledge, passion for living mindfully and a desire to share our favorite place with you and your loved ones to create lasting memories.
What makes this property unique
- Completely unique dwelling - Amenities of home including furnished kitchen, bathroom, heat, and furnished living spaces - Proximity to Acadia National Park - Located on quiet side of MDI to assist you in slowing down and reconnecting to yourself and loved ones
Languages:
English, Spanish
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