Oceanfront with all Acadia National Park next door.

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Wonderful

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Southwest Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
16 min walk
Wonderland Trail Trailhead
4 min drive
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
7 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
25 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Futon and 2 Child Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Walk a few hundred feet through our private access oceanfront. Wake up to the reflections off the water and smell the salt air. The property overlooks Cadillac Mountain, and The Cranberry Islands. Play croquet in the front yard and watch the sailboats go by all day. Or you can plan day trips to make the most adventurous tired by the end of the day. The outdoor activities are endless on Mount Desert Island, and offers some of the best seafood in the world.

Property manager

Mark Paine

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking anywhere in the house

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Seawall, a neighbourhood in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the ocean. 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 - 16 min walk
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive
Asticou Azalea Garden - 24 min drive
Jordan Pond - 35 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 - ‬34 min drive
‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬6 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
‪Gott's Store - ‬5 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront with all Acadia National Park next door. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront with all Acadia National Park next door.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront with all Acadia National Park next door.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront with all Acadia National Park next door. located?

Located in Seawall, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wendell Gilley Museum is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

9.0

Wonderful

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8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

26 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful Views

We really enjoyed the large picture window and the deer watching, harbor watching and spectacular moon rises it provided. The original home was built in 1840 so the history of this property is very interesting. It is such a great escape to a quiet area and a great way to experience a little slower pace after visits to Bar Harbor. The perfect Maine experience for our family!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

30 June 2024

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

Quaint Old New England Home with modern amenities on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island.

Quaint Old New England Home with modern amenities on the quiet side of the Mount Desert Island, you should advertise as such. I am sure people would love to stay just because of that! There is a lot of history in the home, we loved that! I would put up some of the black and white old pictures and give a background of the history of the house and area then play that up. That would be great for advertising and people would love to read about the home. The house was clean and just as described. It would be good to have a larger TV in the living room and some extra blankets for the bedrooms as it did get cold at night, even in June. You may want to let people know that because this is an older home the floors are uneven, which is part of it's charm but may be helpful to know for elderly guests. We loved our stay in your home on the quiet side of the island.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

24 June 2024

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

a little piece of magic

Very nice home, could almost be called a cottage with the wooden floors and sloped ceilings and clawfoot tub upstairs. Wonderful for our family. We could all eat together at the dining table. We prepared most of our meals in the kitchen and used the grill. Beautiful views of the water and waking up to see deer on the grounds was just amazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rick B.

31 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Nice low key spot in Southwest with Beautiful view

Great stay and nice space. Get ready for numerous deer! House is 'quaint', and really 1.5 baths, not 2- BUT the downstairs bathroom does not disappoint! We slept 6 adults very comfortable and with good water supply / water heat- had no issues. Great view, but there was no croquet set (locked in the garage you cannot use)- this was minor, but I brought 4 bikes up and there was no storage for rainy days. No fire pit or fireplace use was a bummer and unexpected compared to many other places we have rented in Acadia. Grill was nice though for fish we caught on charter. TV room space is great for family time/movies, but couch is uncomfortable and recliners need to be replaced. We didnt care much about that, just a comment. Great kitchen area and pot for cooking up lobsters!, and useful dining room space for computer/internet work details however the wifi was not good from there. You can function, but not one day was I able to process fast enough at 10am when they release spots to reserve a Caddilac mtn. sunrise reservation (now required)- no worries, we hiked it anyways. I was able to surf well enough to find the charter, and a local golf course. Overall, not our usual, but I think it was worth it!- and it afforded a different and wonderful view and area. I am sold on the fact that the West side of MDI island and near SW Harbor is particularly where you want to setup shop for a week. We have done it all, and really to enjoy it, off island is too far- SW is perfect, Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

19 July 2023

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

Quiet and beautiful

The property is clean and efficient, with a great view. Loved all the does and their fawns who visited us daily too.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

cindy s.

1 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute house could stand some updates

Cute house - reminded me of my great grandmothers house. It’s old and the downstairs is well kept. Upstairs bathroom has a make shift shower connected to what could be a great claw foot bathtub unfortunately it is only usable w a very low shower connected to the spigot via screws/tubing. Downstairs was old and cute if you only need one bathroom and 2 bedrooms this makes a great place to stay.We really couldn’t use the upstairs bath so sharing was a bit of a pain for 7 people. Dog friendly was a plus. Hopefully the “security system” installed w several small devices placed so that it covered the entire downstairs is only motion detection and not cameras- they seemed to blink when we walked near them- it was a lil creepy bc why would you need that when ppl are there renting it?

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

25 June 2023

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

Beautiful view

Older home, but beautiful location. Very quiet and relaxing

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard M.

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Vacation with a view

This property is in an amazing location but needs some significant care (inside and out) to march the beauty of the location. The second floor needs be totally updated ( the unusable bathroom first) and the first floor, while much more workable, leaves a lot to be desired. The space outdoors need to be rethought to create enjoyable outdoor space. An example would be to put the grill in back and expand parking to not obstruct the amazing view. We enjoyed our time there despite these challenges and will provide other thoughts through a different medium if interested.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonja L.

15 July 2022

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

Beautiful location very quiet

Had a great week owners mother was very helpful

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lorraine O., Audubon, USA

10 July 2022

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

Hidden Gem

This coastal hidden gem is like stepping back in time. With the exception of a hiccup, we absolutely loved staying here. Views from the front of the house are exceptional. A one minute walk to the rocky shore line is breathtaking. Close proximity to everything...30 min to Bar Harbor and the Hulls Cove Visitor center. This was our first time in Maine and we're hooked!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

21 July 2021

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

Old man by the sea

We loved the old feel of this property, which had a very genuine “old man by the sea” feel. It was beautiful and just what we needed to have a great time near Acadia.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Melodie R.

28 June 2021

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

Great location for Acadia Vacation

Great location if looking for a quieter experience. Part of the house is older and reminiscent of my grandparents farm house. I’d suggest bringing hdmi adapter to access entertainment via your phone/device for those cloudy/foggy evenings.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Jeanne S., Merrimack NH 03054

7 Sept 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

A charming home that needs some TLC

This home is on the quiet side of MDI, and has waterfront access, which is great. The sunrises are amazing and right in the picture window. A great place for stargazers as well. The kitchen is clean and well equipped. The bedrooms and bathrooms are in need of some TLC. This place could be knockout with a few upgrades.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

30 Aug 2020

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

A peaceful retreat.

The house is a wonderful and peaceful retreat with a very lovely water view. Neighboring houses are either far enough or concealed by greenery. The surrounding grass area is great for reading, or for cooking on the grill and eating. The water edge is five minutes on foot and one can take fun walks on the rocky shore. You can see the sunrise from the living room! The house is old, it must be one of the original houses in the area. The charm is magnified by antique furnishings still kept at the house. That being said, the first floor (two double bedrooms) has been renovated and refreshed in the appropriate period style. The second / attic level has the other two double bedrooms. The kitchen is contemporary and fully equipped. The house has all you need - basic toiletries, detergent, bedding, and towels. The owners left many helpful notes which goes to show they care about their guests. Bottom line, highly recommended, would be happy to come back.

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

9 Aug 2020

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

I never want to leave

Our family enjoyed such an extraordinary two weeks at the Seawall Road house, we never want to leave! The house is so relaxed and cozy, it was clearly a much-loved home for the lucky people who lived here through the years. We explored the rocky shoreline every day in addition to romping around all of the delights of MDI. If you seek a quiet and serene getaway, this home will be a great place to nest.

Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

William W.

17 Sept 2019

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

Would stay again.

Charming home with charm and character

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deanne B.

17 July 2019

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

Great place for our family vacation to Acadia National Park

The house was plenty big, clean, and filled with kitchen supplies, linens, and towels. It has a beautiful view of the ocean where you can grill, eat at the picnic table, and play games. It is close to Echo lake which has plenty to do and also a short drive to Bar Harbor and other park sites. We had an amazing family trip. Thanks for sharing your home!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anna D.

9 Sept 2018

Great home for our family vacation to Mt. DESERT ISLAND.

Roomy home with everything you will need. Beautiful view, quiet setting (we saw several deer in the front yard), and a homey feel.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Susan S., Port Aransas, TX

2 Nov 2017

A large old house that is like a museum and one my grandmother would have lived in

The house is large and very lived in. It is in a nice quiet area with a water view in the distance. The walls and dining room ceiling are covered in various wallpapers, primarily flowers. There are lots of pictures and collectibles to look at. It’s very interesting. It was fairly clean and there were lots of towels but no toiletries. The beds have been around awhile and were a bit swishy but had fine linens. I didn’t hear much from Mark and was not sure what to do but when we called for instructions he was really helpful and a delight to talk with.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

6 Sept 2017

Great location, nice amenities, plenty of linens, towels, and well stocked kitchen items.

This is our 8th trip to the island and we have stayed in cabins, condos, and time shares, for the money this was by far the most accommodating. We had 6 adults and at no time did we feel we were underfoot with each other. We grilled one night, we ate on the picnic table for lunch and really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of Southwest Harbor. It is a 25-minute drive into Bar Harbor and some of the park sites, but there is also much to do on the 'quiet' side. The three bedrooms are adequate and the house is spacious, especially the kitchen, which has a large breakfast area. There is also a nice dining room for games and eating.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wytske K., boston MA

23 July 2017

Beautiful ocean breeze on quiet side of acadia

Great quaint New England house with wonderful ocean views ! Host was fabulous and accommodating.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Renee T.

13 Nov 2016

Great place and beautiful area

Great, well stocked house with everything that is needed. We were even able to use the grill one night. Great place for several people. The owner, Mark, was also very helpful and gave us a lot of great tips for the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amar B.

24 Aug 2016

Cozy and Scenic Home

My family and friends stayed at this house for a week. We enjoyed the cozy and comfortable atmosphere of the house. Everything you need is in the house including pillows, sheet, utensils, washing machine, dryer, television, etc. The house is located in a scenic area overlooking the ocean. The yard is gorgeous and plenty of space for children to play. I would recommend this house for anyone with a large family and friends. The owner, Mark, was very helpful and didn't mind being called anytime of the day if you have any questions. This house is only a few minutes drive to Echo Lake and about 25 to 30 minutes to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

5 Oct 2015

Awesome view

After traveling up the coast and staying in hotels, this home was a welcome respite with every convenience and some historic charm. We watched the sun rise every morning over the water as fishing boats went about their business.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

12 Aug 2015

Charming vacation home!

We had a great time staying in this home,and visiting MDI! Started the days with watching the sunrise over the water from the front lawn, and ended them with watching the moon come up. We had fun exploring the tide pools from the water access the property has. Close enough to visit everything Acadia National Park ,MDI, and Bar Harbor has to offer. The home had everything we needed including fresh cut flowers on the kitchen table! We would love to visit again. Thank you!

About the host

Hosted by Mark Paine

Owners are from Maine and have enjoyed this property.

Why they chose this property

This property has been in our family, inherited, since the mid 1940's. I have traveled to many parts of the world and consider this area to be among the most beautiful of destinations to visit.