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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. The Low Tide
    Walk to Shops, Restaurants, Harbor, Lobster Wharf — Property 222617

    Vacation Condo rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Condo
    • 2 bedrooms , sleeps 4
    • 1 bathroom
    • near the ocean, village
    • pets considered
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $450 - $1250 per property per week
  2. Fernald Point Carriage House
    A year-round private, charming post and beam retreat in Acadia National Park — Property 263915

    Vacation Apartment rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Apartment
    • 1 bedroom , sleeps 3
    • 1 bathroom
    • mountain, near the ocean
    • balcony
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $850 - $950 per property per week
  3. WALK to ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN from this Quiet, Charming Carriage House — Property 186422

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 1 bedroom , sleeps 2
    • mountain, near the ocean
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $725 - $900 per property per week
  4. The Artist's Cottage
    Artist's Cottage: Cozy Cottage, close to village and the heart of Acadia NP — Property 126256

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 1 bedroom , sleeps 2
    • 1 bathroom
    • near the ocean, village
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $650 - $850 per property per week
  5. Gladeview: A Craftsman Retreat — Property 119750

    Vacation House rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • House
    • 2 bedrooms , sleeps 4
    • 1 bathroom
    • rural
    • pets considered
    Rates (shown in USD)
  6. Ebb-Tide
    Charming and Convenient with Water Views too! — Property 246878

    Vacation Condo rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Condo
    • 2 bedrooms , sleeps 4
    • 1 bathroom
    • near the ocean, village
    • air-conditioning
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $1000 - $1450 per property per week
  7. Sunny, Cheerful Cottage with Private Garden — Property 113126

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 1 bedroom , sleeps 2
    • 1 bathroom
    • near the ocean, rural
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $600 - $800 per property per week
  8. Central House Cottage
    New Year Round Luxury Cottage Tucked Away In Town — Property 165969

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 1 bedroom , sleeps 2
    • 1 bathroom
    • near the ocean, village
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $800 - $1200 per property per week
  9. Adorable Southwest Harbor Cottage — Property 135133

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 2 bedrooms , sleeps 4
    • 2 bathrooms
    • mountain, town
    • garden
    Rates (shown in USD)
    $800 per property per week
  10. Mt. Desert Island/Vicinity Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor — Property 120120

    Vacation Cottage rental in Southwest Harbor area
    • Cottage
    • 2 bedrooms , sleeps 4
    • 1 bathroom
    • near the ocean, village
    • internet access
    Rates (shown in USD)

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