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Cozy cottage nestled in the woods with walking distance to town.

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, books
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy cottage nestled in the woods with walking distance to town.

#2 Cottage located in the woods on the quiet side of M.D.I. Pet friendly. Walking distance to town and the Great Harbor Marina with more than a dozen restaurants in the area as well as the Island Explorer Shuttle Bus System (June 23 to Columbus Weekend) to almost everywhere on M.D.I. and Acadia National Park. Minutes to Acadia, hiking, biking, kayaking, swimming, mountain climbing, bird & whale watching,. Built in 2012 this is a two bedroom cottage with a large loft master and one bath. The loft has a king size bed with lots of space and two half-height storage closets, the big bedroom has a queen bed with hanging and dresser storage, the small bedroom has twin bunk beds and dresser storage. The kitchen is open to the living/dining area with a cathedral ceiling. We can accommodate more people in our other cottage (Homeaway #956783) if you have a large group or family gathering. The whole interior is knotty pine with laminate wood floors throughout. There is a heat pump in the living room for either heat or air conditioning. The outside patio is pea stone with a barbecue grill, picnic table, chairs, lounge and steps down to a pea stone firepit area.
To see reviews of the property, check Woodlands Cottage #1 (Homeaway #956783) my other cottage on the same property. Shared laundry in a separate building with an ice machine ,games and books.
Owner on site.

Property manager

Vicki Beal

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking Outside Only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs allowed with a 175.00 nonrefundable pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 29.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage nestled in the woods with walking distance to town. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage nestled in the woods with walking distance to town.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage nestled in the woods with walking distance to town.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage nestled in the woods with walking distance to town. located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor vacation home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Cozy cottage nestled in the woods with walking distance to town. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Damian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

From Wisconsin

Great location and property. We thoroughly enjoyed our accommodations. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We loved being able to walk to the shops and dinner. It was a great place to relax after a day of hiking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage!

Amazing cottage in walking distance of southwest harbor. Clean cottage with easy check-in, well stocked kitchen, great views of the sunrise. Added bonus of allowing our dog to come with us on vacation. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyson H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, quiet, comfortable

Excellent stay, a quiet and comfortable place to relax and explore Acadia. Vicki was a great hostess and we thoroughly enjoyed our vacation. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The cottage was perfect for our time in Maine. It was the perfect distance from Acadia and the crowds of Bar Harbor. It was clean, quiet, and had everything we needed to come back and relax after long days of hiking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay in Southwest Harbor

We had a wonderful stay at the cabin! The location was so peaceful, yet close to everything we needed. We loved sitting on the loft and reading and my daughter loved the bunk beds. Everything was clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. Loved the outdoor fire pit too! Couldn’t have asked for a better week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We loved Vicki’s cottage! It was super clean, the kitchen was very well equipped and the setting is amazing, so quiet and in the middle of the forest. It was really nice to be away from the crowd. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Family Trip

We absolutely loved our trip here. The cabin is more gorgeous in person than the pictures. The cabin is close to everything and a short walk to the town. The outdoor seating area with the fire was a welcome way to spend a cool evening. It was nice to have a kitchen and laundry room. The loft overlooking the water was perfect. We hope to come back and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pawel H., Carrollton, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation spot

Perfect, quiet location with a great view with Acadia and other attractions not far away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Acadia trip

This was our second stay at the cottage and it was everything we remembered from our first trip. It feels very secluded and peaceful but is walkable to town and the restaurants and shops of Southwest Harbor. Beds are comfy and there is everything you would need in the house, including many games and books in the laundry area which was very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location to see everything

The house was very clean and had everything we needed. We spent most of our time out exploring the island - and it was a comfortable place to come back to. They made sure we had dry firewood for s’mores.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean Cabin Close to SW Harbor

Nice base for hiking on the quiet side. The cabin was clean, quiet and well stocked.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Retreat

My family and I really enjoyed the cottage as a place to relax after long days of hiking and exploring Acadia. The accommodations were perfect, and it’s also in walking distance to several restaurants and shops as well. We also really enjoyed being able to have our dog with us to experience the park! Thank you again for an amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation with friends

Excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Great cabin with everything you can ask for. Our family had an amazing stay and loved the house, fire pit, and location. Hosts were very communicative and responsive. Everything was very clean and kitchen has everything you need. Will definitely stay again if we come back to the area. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

Cottage was wonderful and hosts were very thoughtful. When the power went out from the post-tropical storm, Vicki brought us water so we could make coffee and a few lanterns to light up the cottage. Thank you for making our vacation special!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Fantastic

It is a beautiful vacation home in a great location. The property is very well maintained and well supplied. Check-in is easy and Vicki is readily available if you need anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Acadia and the cottage

Awesome trip all around. Perfect, quiet, private, peaceful location. Nice walk to the essentials (during business hours) and just a short drive to anything else you need. We loved our stay in Southwest Harbor. House had all we (family of 4) needed for our trip to Acadia. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Nathan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private place near everything

Vicki did an amazing job of preparing the place. It was very clean and she had thought about many of the small details that can often be overlooked. She was very responsive and has a great place to share. It is quiet and secluded, but it's close to downtown. Beautiful place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine Cottage

The property was as described in the listing. It was very clean and well equipped. It was a little remote yet very accessible to everything we needed. The only recommendation I would make it that the kitchen needs better lighting and there needs to be more large size glasses.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You don’t give yourself enough credit!!

If I had to say anything bad about this listing it’s that the pictures do not do this place justice!! What a peaceful serene setting to spend our 15 year anniversary. The kitchen was amazing to cook in, the atmosphere was picturesque and exactly what we expected Maine to be. Being outside the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor was incredible! We didn’t want for anything during our stay (except maybe a dry day!). We hiked our butts off and were able to relax and enjoy the scenery when we were done. Thank you so much for having us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan and Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay

Chris and I have been coming to Woodland Cottages almost every year since 2015. We have stayed in each of the three cabins which are cozy and comfortable, clean and well stocked..Vicky has been very responsive with any needs or request we have asked her. Vicky also alerted us that next years slots for the cabins we filling up quickly, so I was able to put in for our vacation before she was sold out. This year we were able to bring our mini schnauzers, Riley and Lily with us. We had a great time exploring the trails along the ocean and going into Bar Harbor. Dispute the rainy weather, this was a relaxing vacation we needed. We enjoyed a camp fire to roast a few marshmallows one evening, while watching fireflies dance in the distance. Thank you Vicky for another great year! Luciano’s NH
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Carol N.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location

Southwest Harbor 2023

The Cottage was very pleasing and inviting. However, we had a problem in one of the bedrooms. We reported to the owner/landlord. Her reaction was to blame us. She became very upset and told my daughter in law to return to CT. The whole episode was handled very unprofessionally. It put a damper on our vacation. The property was located close to the village. However, it was on a very steep and rutted road. Luckily, we had an SUV.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Edwin G.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Dark and secluded

I was a little disappointed with the initial impression. Very dark and heavily wooded. No water views except from the second floor loft looking out in the distance. Access road requires an SUV or pickup truck. Definitely not a low to the ground vehicle. The general interior impression was OK. The main indoor issues were the towels (funny smell) and the bathroom (I had to pretend I was in a campground). We managed to spend as little time there as possible but we made it work. Will not be returning to this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tom L.

Beautiful home in the woods. Bring a flashlight !

The house is relatively new, nicely decorated and in pristine condition. It contained everything we needed except for bath soap, paper towels and Kleenex. I'd pick those things up before you come. No check in. The house was open with the key on the table. We never met the owners or anyone else in our 4 days. It's hard to imagine 6 people in this house with only 1 bathroom. I suppose that's what the great outdoors is for. My only suggestion is room darkening electronic shades on the main 4 windows. The view is great but it would be nice to sleep in past sunrise. A small square coffee table would be nice in the living room. Give you someplace to put something on. With the TV so high up on the wall, I preferred to watch it sitting in the lazy boy on the 2nd level. Less strain on the neck. The walk to town involves a stroll down an uneven wooded road that is a little longer than we would have liked. It's also pitch black in the dark. If you want to walk to town and might not come back until after dark - bring a flashlight. There isn't one in the house. FYI, the owners of this house also own BEALS LOBSTER PIER right in SW Harbor on the marina. I highly recommend it. Good food, great atmosphere and the best blueberry margaritas on Desert Island. There is a 10% off coupon in the local paper. It would be nice if the owner automatically gave a 15% off coupon to the renter of the house good for the duration of their stay. That's more than the average customer would receive and I'm sure would be a reason to choose BEALS over the other Lobster Pounds on the Quite Side of the Island. We are so glad we chose to stay on the Quite Side. They weren't kidding.- Tom Lapka
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017