House in Southwest Harbor, ME
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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
High-end valueWell priced for this area
Rooms
Bedroom 1
1 Queen
Bedroom 2
1 Queen
Bedroom 3
1 Double
Bedroom 4
1 Double
About this house rental
Pack your bags for a relaxing getaway to Southwest Harbor! 'Hidden Elm' is a wonderfully preserved 4-bedroom, 2-bath home situated just 3 minutes to Acadia National Park and 10 to Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. With space for 8 guests and 2,170 sq feet of polished living space, you'll enjoy all the comforts of home, including 5 flat-screen cable TVs, a massive deck and gas grill. With shopping and excellent lobster restaurants steps away, this is the ideal choice for families and friends!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed
Approach the entrance to this beautiful home and admire the large well-kept yard and landscaping. You're sure to spend quality time on the immense front porch, where you'll enjoy morning cups of coffee, evening cocktails, and cookouts over the first-class gas grill.
After your travels, settle down in the living area on a plush couch and turn on the gas fireplace to get cozy. Turn on the large flat-screen cable TV and gather together for a cozy evening at home!
As dinnertime approaches, make your way into the kitchen which comes fully equipped with stainless steel appliances. While the steaks are sizzling on the gas grill, pull up a chair to the breakfast bar to prepare a few sides. Savor dinner with the group around the impressive dining room table.
As your eyes begin to grow heavy, retreat to the primary bedroom outfitted with a welcoming queen bed, large flat-screen cable TV and a completely tiled en-suite bathroom. When the others are ready, they can climb under the covers of the additional queen and 2 full beds.
-- THE LOCATION --
Outdoor enthusiasts will revel in the endless adventure just steps from the property. Explore Acadia National Park which offers 47,000 acres of natural beauty as well as hiking and biking trails, spend a day at Echo Lake Beach or venture down to Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse nestled on sea cliffs with ideal photography vantage points.
Explore downtown Southwest Harbor, where you'll find a plethora of unique and specialty shops. Be sure to try Maine's famous cuisine at local favorites, including Red Sky Restaurant, Sips or Thurston's Lobster Pound.
This property is perfectly situated to experience all the wonders of Mount Desert Island. Play a round at Causeway Golf Club, rent a kayak at Maine State Sea Kayak or discover the amazing Wendell Gilley Museum less than a mile away.
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly with $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
Amenities at Southwest Harbor Home-3 Min to Acadia Natl Park
Free WiFi/internet
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Kitchen
Kitchenette
WiFi/Internet
Dishwasher
Dryer
Kitchenware
Fireplace
Private entrance
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Towels
Linens
Accessible by stairs only
Hairdryer
Carbon monoxide detector
Map of Southwest Harbor, ME
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·ott 2025
Excellent stay from start to finish. HIdden Elm is a beautifully restored and expanded 1909 residence. As another reviewer noted, the furnishings and appointments are really amazing--truly like a real, cherished home rather than an Ikea-slick pure money rental. There is original, local artwork on every wall, a restaurant-quality gas range in the kitchen, and a master bedroom with a massive antique sleigh bed and a shower big enough to have a party in. Four separate outdoor decks, a top-end gas grill, and ample parking. Thoughtful touches abound, like a $25 gift certificate to a local gourmet shop, a pound of great coffee awaiting, and towels like a luxury hotel's. We were a family of three couples and a toddler, and Hidden Elm is big enough for all to come together, and for each to find separate space and peace as well. Though quiet and private, the house is also only 3 minutes' walk from downtown Southwest Harbor (don't miss the Little Notch Bakery) with its restaurants, shops, library, ice cream parlors, and more. Proximity to Acadia National Park made hiking, biking, swimming, fishing and climbing easy. Michael and Libby proved to be attentive, gracious, friendly hosts. We will return for sure.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·set 2022
Nice cottage hidden away close to town. That fact was quite nice - a short walk to town to the bakery and restaurants. It is on the quiet side of MDI. My favorite thing about the house was the shower in the main bedroom. Good hot water and great pressure! It was quite nice on the cold days. Despite being close to town, it was rather quiet at the house, comfortable living room in which to relax.
The thing to consider about the house is that both bathrooms are on the same (main) level. This was a bit of a challenge in the night when nature called. The railing on the stairway is a bit awkward (low) especially for those who are tall and/or elderly using the upstairs bedrooms. We managed just fine, but we certainly did not run up and down the stairs.
Other than that, the house worked well and we’d stay there again on our next trip.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·giu 2021
The first time 7 of us were together for over a year, thanks to Covid. Our accommodation exceeded expectations. The home was spotless, well equipped, so comfortable. We felt so safe and welcome. Our hosts left a special touch and we were treated ( on the counter) we found a bottle of wine and flowers. The home had space for gathering and space for alone, downtime. A bonus was the lovely southwest village with charming shops, yummy bakery and icecream stores and enticing restaurants. It was so near to Acadia for our adventures. We loved Hidden Elm. It was -Just the best!
Gerry
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