Cottage in Southwest Harbor, ME
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this cottage rental
A unique 2 BR 1 BA cottage in the woods near Long Pond and Southwest Harbor.
This classic Maine cottage, nestled in the spruce woods above Southwest Harbor, combines charm and comfort in ideal proportions. Indoors it boasts bright, pine-paneled rooms, a fully-equipped kitchen and cathedral ceiling in the great living/dining area. A wood fireplace in the living room will warm you on cool island evenings.
The 1.4ac grounds include a terraced deck, a small lawn for ball games or star-gazing and a plot of beautiful old spruce & cedar woods. A vernal pool in the forest adds a sparkle of water to the landscape in spring & fall, but come in late July or early August if you want to pick your own high-bush blueberries right behind the house!
Acadia National Park and the trails around Long Pond, Beech Mountain & Western Mountain are only a short walk down the road. In the opposite direction, a 5-min drive (or a 20-min walk) will bring you to the shops & restaurants of Southwest Harbor. There you can rent bicycles, kayaks or take the free Island Explorer shuttle buses to all parts of the island.
Weekly RentalSaturday-Saturday bookings preferred.
No Smoking.
Dogs permitted with $50 fee each (2 max).
Rates include the cost of normal departure cleaning.
All houses are fully equipped, including linens and dishes.
Refundable security deposit, 9% Maine State Sales Tax and a $25 nonrefundable booking fee are not included in the rental rates shown.
Although rates and calendars are updated online routinely, prices and availability are subject to change pending owner confirmation.
This house follows a Standard Cancelation Policy: No refund unless house is re-booked.
AMENITIES NOTES: Baseboard heat
This classic Maine cottage, nestled in the spruce woods above Southwest Harbor, combines charm and comfort in ideal proportions. Indoors it boasts bright, pine-paneled rooms, a fully-equipped kitchen and cathedral ceiling in the great living/dining area. A wood fireplace in the living room will warm you on cool island evenings.
The 1.4ac grounds include a terraced deck, a small lawn for ball games or star-gazing and a plot of beautiful old spruce & cedar woods. A vernal pool in the forest adds a sparkle of water to the landscape in spring & fall, but come in late July or early August if you want to pick your own high-bush blueberries right behind the house!
Acadia National Park and the trails around Long Pond, Beech Mountain & Western Mountain are only a short walk down the road. In the opposite direction, a 5-min drive (or a 20-min walk) will bring you to the shops & restaurants of Southwest Harbor. There you can rent bicycles, kayaks or take the free Island Explorer shuttle buses to all parts of the island.
Weekly RentalSaturday-Saturday bookings preferred.
No Smoking.
Dogs permitted with $50 fee each (2 max).
Rates include the cost of normal departure cleaning.
All houses are fully equipped, including linens and dishes.
Refundable security deposit, 9% Maine State Sales Tax and a $25 nonrefundable booking fee are not included in the rental rates shown.
Although rates and calendars are updated online routinely, prices and availability are subject to change pending owner confirmation.
This house follows a Standard Cancelation Policy: No refund unless house is re-booked.
AMENITIES NOTES: Baseboard heat
Amenities at Gilbert Cottage - wooded privacy in Southwest Harbor
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Bath or shower
Ironing facilities
Towels
Hairdryer
Map of Southwest Harbor, ME
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsPerfect location near Acadia National Park with a family-friendly house. Loved the outdoor fire pit and convenient access to Echo lake for kayaking. Felt like home and didn't want to leave. Would stay again!
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Aug 2025
Cute house and great location. A few minor issues with the range (have to manually light and hard to control heat) and the TV system (remote was intermittent) but nothing major.
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Sep 2024
Overall a great place, liked the rustic decor. We enjoyed the park and hiking. The location was perfect. Our only complaint was the cottage was very dark, more lights would have been nice.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2024
This beautiful old cottage was the perfect jumping off place for a week of exploring Acadia. We could be at a majestic pond in less than a mile, running on gravel roads in less than a half mile, and walking through Southwest Harbor within a 3-minute drive. Being on the “Quietside” was ideal, and so was the rustic feel of the lodge. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet place in the woods, close to the heart of the park but far from the congestion of Bar Harbor.
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Jul 2018
Perfect location on Southwest Harbor. Close to Acadia National Park. House is perfect for a family . Loved the outdoor fire pit for making smoores. Near Echo lake, so convienent for kayaking. We felt right at home and didn't want to leave. Would stay here again!!
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Top rated by guests
8.6Excellent
(4 Ratings)
Perfect location near Acadia National Park with a family-friendly house. Loved the outdoor fire pit and convenient access to Echo lake for kayaking. Felt like home and didn't want to leave. Would stay again!
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