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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. 'Alacrity' Brightly Inviting with Lofty View — Property 112414

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
    • 2 bathrooms
    • 1 half bathroom
    • mountain, near the ocean
    • jacuzzi
    Rates (shown in USD)
  2. Thomas Richard House steps from the water.... — Property 221997

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
    • 2 bathrooms
    • near the ocean, village
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1400 - $1700 per property per week
  3. Central House
    Distinctive in Town Home With Peaks of the Harbor — Property 318641

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 9
    • 4 bathrooms
    • near the ocean, village
    • jacuzzi
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1200 - $2700 per property per week
  4. Napier Cottage-a charming and beautiful place to make Maine memories — Property 187973

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
    • 2 bathrooms
    • 1 half bathroom
    • near the ocean, village
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1500 - $3500 per property per week
  5. Manset Rock
    Quietside oceanfront home with view of Acadia National Park on Mt. Desert Island — Property 256323

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 6 bedrooms , sleeps 11
    • 2 bathrooms
    • 2 half bathroom
    • town, waterfront
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $2000 - $3000 per property per week
  6. Southwest Harbor Captain's House — Property 7002774

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 5 bedrooms , sleeps 14
    • 6 bathrooms
    • children welcome
    • pets considered
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1500 - $2900 per house per week
  7. Southwest Harbor Topsail — Property 7002777

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
    • 2 bathrooms
    • children welcome
    • pets not allowed
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1200 - $1850 per house per week
  8. Hickory Ridge
    Cottage with Mountain and Harbor Views on Backside of Mt. Desert Island — Property 154327

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 8
    • mountain, near the ocean
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
  9. Southwest Harbor Starboard — Property 7002776

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 12
    • 2 bathrooms
    • children welcome
    • pets not allowed
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $2000 - $3250 per house per week
  10. Oceanfront Home with Dock near Acadia National Park — Property 104159

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 4 bedrooms , sleeps 7
    • 2 bathrooms
    • waterfront
    • balcony
    Rates (shown in USD)

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