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A Getaway to Southwest Harbor

The name gives you a good idea of what to expect: it’s located on the southwest corner of Mount Desert Island in one of Maine’s most picturesque regions; it’s also in the middle of Acadia National Park and pretty darn close to a number of magnetic towns and inviting vacation homes. In other words, it looks like the stars are aligned for a successful adventure.


Visiting this part of the state opens the door to a bounty of outdoor opportunities; get your wilderness fix by hiking, fishing, sailing, whale-watching and if you’re here during the winter, skiing and snow tubing. The landscape is lovely during any time of year, and visiting to see the fall foliage or falling snow will mean plenty of quality time spent cozying up in front of the fireplace, too. Enjoying your surroundings definitely includes taking pleasure in the amenities of your log cabin or cottage in the woods, so choose wisely and make yourself at home.


The town scene is easy to love, as well. Antique shopping, ice cream eating, strolling the historic tree-lined streets and generally enjoying what is certainly a calmer atmosphere than you’re used to will definitely do your mind and body good. This region is known as “The Quietside” for good reason - you’ll only be about 15 minutes from busy Bar Harbor so sampling the buzz will be no big deal, but you’ll never feel stuck in a crowd if you don’t want to be.


Savor the choices and relish the views; this is Maine as it was meant to be experienced.

  1. Classic Harbor Home
    Classic Harbor view Victorian with Pond, Acadia National Park — Property 160856

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 2 bathrooms
    • lake, near the ocean
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1350 - $1750 per property per week
  2. Arbor Cottage
    Arbor Cottage, Southwest Harbor — Property 133006

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 5
    • 1 bathroom
    • near the ocean, village
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1300 - $1900 per property per week
  3. Rice Cottage
    The Rice Cottage featured in Country Living magazine — Property 124121

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 2 bathrooms
    • downtown, near the ocean
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1600 - $2000 per property per week
  4. Private Open Ocean Deckhouse — Property 100578

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 2 bathrooms
    • beach, waterfront
    • satellite or cable
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $3000 - $4000 per property per week
  5. The Breezes on Hodgdon Pond — Property 7031984

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 2 bathrooms
    • clothes dryer
    • dock boatslip
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1000 - $2100 per cottage per week
  6. Overlooking SW Harbor near Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park — Property 112076

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 9
    • 2 bathrooms
    • near the ocean, village
    • internet access
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $950 - $1950 per property per week
  7. Log cabin in the best town on Mt. Desert Island — Property 129109

    Vacation Cabin rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cabin
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 8
    • near the ocean, town
    • internet access
    Rates (shown in USD)
  8. Welcome to Sea Beyond: 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, on the ocean, sleeps 6 — Property 231646

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 2 bathrooms
    • village, waterfront
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $950 - $1200 per property per week
  9. Close to town and water — Property 139042

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 3 bathrooms
    • near the ocean, town
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $900 - $1950 per property per week
  10. Mt Desert Island Recession Special - Only One Week Left! - 8/15 - 8/22 for $900 — Property 157090

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 3 bedrooms , sleeps 6
    • 1 bathroom
    • mountain, near the ocean
    • TV
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1200 per property per week

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