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WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Echo Lake Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Southwest Harbor

When you stay at this cottage in Southwest Harbor, you'll be by the sea, just steps from Acadia National Park and a 2-minute drive from Wendell Gilley Museum. .This cottage is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Bar Harbor Whale Watching.
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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 20 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 27 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vacationland Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE

The ARTIST'S RETREAT CARRIAGE HOUSE is a Beautifully Decorated one bedroom (King bed) Carriage House situated in a Very Private Wooded setting, at the end of a private road. The TRAILS of ACADIA NATIONAL PARK and the OCEAN are just a short walk from your door. Fresh water swimming at Echo Lake is just minutes away. This CHARMING COTTAGE is just a mile from the Village of Southwest Harbor and 13 miles from Bar Harbor. The Free Island Explorer Bus service is less than a 10 minute walk.
The living space offers open, skylighted cathedral ceilings; fully equipped kitchen with island for dining, and living room with GAS FIREPLACE; a King bed in the bedroom, and bath with shower and spacious vanity.
After a full day of exploring Acadia return to the Cottage for GRILLING or RELAX Under the STARS by the WOOD BURNING CHIMINEA. Comfy, cushioned Adirondack Chairs, side tables, Hammock, and Perennial Garden.
Includes Wi-Fi, satellite TV DVD, Gas Grill and Outdoor Chimenea.
FULLY EQUIPPED with linens, towels, kitchenware. A Washer/Dryer, Gas grill, storage for bikes, beach chairs, towels, and blankets, are all located on first floor.
"GET TO KNOW THE ISLAND AND ACADIA NATIONAL PARK": ARRANGE A PRIVATE TOUR OF THE ISLAND/ACADIA NATIONAL PARK WITH YOUR HOST KEN!
Non-Smoking Property.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Satellite programming and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as gas grills and bike storage.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Walk Acadia's Trails Ocean This Quiet Charming Carriage House
Walk Acadia's Trails Ocean This Quiet Charming Carriage House

WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and comfortable

We agree with other reviewers about the very nice hosts, and the cleanliness and comfort of the carriage house, which is exactly as advertised. Highlights of our stay included walking to a nearby hike and beach, reading in the hammock under the pines, and enjoying the quiet and peacefulness of the location. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay in Maine! Can’t say enough good things about the place we stayed as well as our hosts Cyd & Ken! Acadia National Park was breathtaking! We look forward to going back some time in the future. If you need a quiet vacation spot close to points of interest, this is it! Thank you Cyd & Ken!
Sunset on Southwest Harbor
Bass Harbor Lighthouse
View from lighthouse
Sand Beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was super clean. Most comfortable bed I have ever slept in away from home. Hosts were so helpful and attended to all our needs. It is so beautiful all around the property. Nice fire pit and comfortable chairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful carriage house in the woods, close to Bar Harbor (an easy 15-minute drive) but away from the crowds. The property was clean, well stocked (with all the kitchen utensils and supplies needed to dine in) and well-maintained. Having a brand new washer/dryer was helpful. The property owners provided fire starters for the outdoor fire pit, and plenty of suggestions for good hiking trails and dining options. Fresh flowers in each room was a nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful setting close to Acadia trails

Lovely setting- peaceful woods and you feel like you are in the canopy of trees. Located near southwest harbor on the “quiet side” of mount desert island. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property!

We had a great stay at the carriage house. Our hosts provided everything we needed and were friendly and helpful. Great location on the “quiet” side and property was as listed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonna w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Carriage House

This cottage was so beautiful! It feels like you are in the deep woods, when you are just a couple of miles from the harbor. Great spot for seeing Acadia and all the other harbors around. We enjoyed having a fire in the fire pit. Cyd and Ken were perfect hosts. We hope to return someday! Vacationing from Alabama.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H., Bowling Green, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming home and location

We loved our stay at the Carriage House. Cyd and Ken, the hosts, live right next door and were welcoming and very fast with responding if we had any questions. The home is beautiful and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again if we ever get back to Acadia. We were also very happy to be staying on the quiet side of the island, so much more peaceful. It is also close to quite a few trails, lakes and mountains to enjoy. Highest recommendation, you won't be disappointed with your stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, beautiful little place

Cyd & Ken were great hosts. They provided good information about the house & the area. They were accessible without being intrusive. The place was meticulously maintained, well-equipped and tastefully decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Vacation Spot

We were incredibly happy with every aspect of our stay! Having A/C would be the only improvement I could recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Getaway

Very clean and well kept carriage home. Hosts were very friendly and had lots of good information and suggestions of things to do on the island. House is on the south western side of Mt. Desert away from Bar Harbor so it is a great spot for someone wanting to be away from the crowds but still close by to the national park. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn C., Knoxville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional in every way

Perfect relaxing location, beautifully well maintained and clean, and the most gracious hosts imaginable. Staying here for us was perfect and a treat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

A H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, convenient and in the trees

Just delightful apartment for 2! Lovely outdoor firepit and grill. Can't wait to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cottage- Great location- Perfect for all our vacation plans!

The cottage house is wonderful- super clean and cute, and completely equipped for all our needs. My husband and I were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary- and had a great time! We could come and go for each day's adventure in Acadia and the surrounding area. We'd love to come back in the changing seasons!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne D., Chapel Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay in Southwest Harbor!

We just spent two weeks at Cyd and Ken’s wonderful place! They went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. Their place is beautifully decorated (including fresh flowers) and warm and cozy. We enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen, fireplace, comfortable furnishings and great internet access. Trails into town and to Acadia are accessible from their property - quite a treat! They are very responsive to questions/requests. A perfect vacation (thanks Cyd and Ken)!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful week

Everything was wonderful about this stay. Great location, fantastic cottage and outstanding hosts. I would highly recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B., Lockport NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place!

This was our 7th year returning to MDI but our 1st year staying at the Carriage House. Wonderful place. Quiet, peaceful, exceptionally clean, everything you could ask for. Ken and Cyd are wonderful hosts. We will be definitely returning to stay at the Carriage House.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura D., Odenton, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!

The Carriage House is a true gem on the “Quiet Side” in Southwest Harbor Maine! Cyd and Ken were are wonderful hosts and made us feel so welcome. Little touches like fresh flowers, wood for the fire pit, lots of books and pamphlets on Acadia…I could go on. Everything was wonderful! Thank you Cyd and Ken for helping to make our vacation extra special! 💕
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place,great Location

Cyd and Ken were wonderful! House was very comfortable and clean. Very nicely decorated. Loved the whole property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Honeymoon Retreat

My new husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon as we explored Acadia National park and the Bar Harbor area. The cabin was absolutely perfect! It was very cozy and had everything we needed. Our first night we arrived late in the evening and it was pouring rain, but Cyd and Ken kept the light on for us and made sure we got settled in safely. They also gave us good directions and tips for touring Acadia NP. They were delightful hosts with a diamond of a cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

The home was comfortable and had all items needed for a great stay! Ken and Cyd were absolutely amazing. Even with less than ideal weather they made our vacation relaxing and enjoyable with their wonderful home and hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice carriage house

Great place to stay while exploring Acadia
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best rental ever!

Comfortable, clean, and cozy. Cyd and Ken are the BEST people, and their carriage house was perfect for my wife and I. The bed was comfortable (we find this to be a common problem with some rentals), and the space was immaculate. We did a lot of hiking, and coming home to a fire (inside or out) was a great finish to our days. It’s truly nestled in the woods, and you can walk to trails. Very quiet at night…very peaceful. We will stay here again the next time we head north!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023