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Harbor Watch, Large Home with Beautiful Harbor View, near Village Center

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6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 16353 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Asticou Azalea Garden
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the area

Southwest Harbor

With a stay at this vacation home in Southwest Harbor, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum. .This vacation home is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Bar Harbor Whale Watching.
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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 20 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Harbor Watch, Large Home with Beautiful Harbor View, near Village Center

Convenient location allows you to walk to village shops and restaurants. Harbor views and close to Acadia National Park. Hiking, scenic mountain tops, biking, swimming and kayaking are all close by. There is plenty of room in the home (3000+ sq ft) and a large outside deck that overlooks a working/recreational harbor.

Island Shuttle is free to all villages on Mt. Desert Island (including Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park). Plenty of outdoor recreational options close by, including biking, hiking, kayaking and carriage rides. The island shuttle will transport bicycles as well.

Large dining room with harbor view. Master bed room downstairs four more bedrooms upstairs all with bathrooms ensuite. Perfect for family gathering and reunions. Great for small families to share the house as it is large enough for areas of privacy and common areas for getting together.

This house in on the 'quiet' side of Mt. Desert Island with quick access (~ 30 minutes via public roads or island shuttle) to 'lively' side of island.

Harbor Watch is available for Saturday to Saturday occupancy only. Off season availability may vary only with advance approval of the owners.

Keywords: House, View, Large, Home, Big, Comfortable, Acadia, Pet
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Robert or Karen Gross

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 6.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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: With refundable $300 pet security deposit.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Harbor Watch Large Home Beautiful Harbor View Village Center

Harbor Watch, Large Home with Beautiful Harbor View, near Village Center Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine Harbor Watch review

Good location without crowds but still near attractions and restaurants. Good communications with property manager. Comfortable beds. Nice view of the bay from the deck watching the tide go in and out. Plenty of room for 4 couples. Overall a very nice vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great gathering place!

We had 15 people from 3 states. All enjoyed the rooms offered them, and were very comfortable. Being surrounded by Acadia National Park, all family members enjoyed the adventures of every day. We hiked a lot, ate WELL, and loved being together!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

We loved our time at the house — it was perfect for a big group, with a number of bedrooms and individual bathrooms for each, and a large room with a long table for gathering. It was also a short walk into Southwest Harbor, which had cute shops and many great restaurants for seafood lovers! Also an easy drive into Bar Harbor. The house itself had a great view of the harbor, and was well stocked. We greatly enjoyed our week there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing visit to SWH

Harbor Watch gave us magnificent views from the dining room table. Watching the sun and fog and all the weather was entertaining in its self. Very close to town and easily walkable. There was enough space for 10 of us. It’s a relatively quiet house inside. Kitchen was the best stocked kitchen I’ve ever had in a rental. Air conditioner units in the 5 bedrooms. Nice for everyone to have a bathroom. The owners were readily available for any questions. The front porch was nice to sit on and the deck and living rooms were additional spaces to spread out as well. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise in Southwest Harbor - Perfect for Large Gatherings

This rental property was a fantastic choice for our large family gathering. It provided the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and space. We would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a spacious and well-located place to stay in Southwest Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat T., Columbus, Ohio USAf

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience

The host was very attentive. Made sure all was well with house and gave wonderful suggestions regarding sites to see and hikes. The beauty of Acadia was breathtaking. Loved the little town of Southwest Harbor. Walking distance to shops, coffee and our favorite-ice cream. Loved all the lobster and lobster rolls we seemed to find ourselves eating almost daily.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cath E.

Liked: Cleanliness

First time in Maine

This house fit our 13 family members perfectly. We had never been to Maine, so we didn’t know anything about the island. Southwest Harbor is a beautiful area. The location provided us with a restaurant across the street, plus we could walk five minutes down the street for ice cream and additional gift shops. We drove 10 minutes to see the closest lighthouse. Bar Harbor and all the popular Acadia spots are only 30 minutes away This house has an older charm to it. We mostly appreciated having 6.5 bathrooms. Bob was also very helpful with providing us with info when I texted him. Maine left us with many happy memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E., Towanda, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for large groups

Lovely older home with great views of the harbor. Very tastefully decorated. Each bedroom had its own bathroom wich was great for our extended family vacation. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Acadia vacation

Bob and Karen were perfect property managers. They always answered our concerns immediately! Their house was perfect for our needs. We loved staying on the quiet side of the island. Mazzone family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Southwest Harbor, Maine

It was a wonderful experience. The home was extremely nice, rooms and bathrooms for everyone. We had plenty of room to cook in the kitchen. It was wonderful having a washer and dryer. It was an easy walk to town and close to Arcade. The small towns with charm were very close. Our whole family had a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Doug’s Review

Great location and the property was what you would expect from an elderly home on the Maine coast. The property owners were terrific.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Southwest Harbor is the place to stay!

This property was very comfortable for 4 couples. It was nice to be so close to downtown. Southwest Harbor was much easier to navigate compared to Bar Harbor. We loved working with the home owners who were very accommodating. Loved Maine and loved this home as our base!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Maine House!

Our group of 11 (age 2-70) stayed here last week and it was great! It was so convenient to have a bathroom in each bedroom. Some previous reviews mention that the showers in the bedrooms are small. While they definitely are if you are taller, they work just fine! There is a larger bathroom with a taller shower/bath in the hall for anyone who needs more room. The kitchen has every dish/utensil/pot/pan that you could ever imagine. My only heads up for people with small children, the dishes are all real porcelain/glass. There are a few larger plastic cups but maybe bring some children’s plates with you if your toddler likes to break real ones. The dining area on the porch is massive and fits everyone comfortably. There is a large laundry room in the basement which was great with so many people and a week of messy outdoor adventures. This was our family’s second time renting this house, and it will absolutely not be our last. If you are looking for a comfortable, spacious, home away from home for your vacation, this is your place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine Vacation

There was plenty of space for our party of 11. Kitchen supplies were excellent. Location was tough with a dog because the main street was so busy with cars and no sidewalks. Had a great family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for large groups

We were there for a family reunion. Fourteen of us stayed at the property, which had plenty of room for everyone, and 7 bathrooms, which was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Week In Southwest Harbor

This year 11 of us gathered in Southwest Harbor for our annual family vacation. We want to thank Bob & Karen for sharing their home with us. Plenty of space, well stocked kitchen & very accommodating. We were there the first week of July. Did need the A/C from Wednesday on. My favorite room of the house was the back porch with the large kitchen table. Plenty of space for eating together. Also spent plenty of time there at night playing games. Very short walk to downtown shops. Showers were somewhat small (6 of our guys over 6 ft) but manageable. Small front yard fenced in. No backyard but nice deck with plenty of seating & gas grill. Bob hooked us up with the lobster man. Bob had all the supplies we needed to have our first lobster boil! Great fun & yummy! Overall, great house, great location (convenient to everything) - just a fantastic week of making more family memories!! Thanks again Bob & Karen - The Coffey’s
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Oak Hill, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home close to everything on the quiet side of MDI

Our large group of kids, teens, and adults had a fantastic stay at Harbor Watch in Southwest Harbor. The home is just a couple of blocks from the center of town so we could walk in for lunch, dinner, or just ice cream. It's very close to the island's "quiet side" activities like Echo Lake, Bass Harbor, and Wonderland, and just a 20-30 min drive to Bar Harbor and all of the Acadia NP attractions. The owners were very nice, responsive, and helpful. Great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine Visit

The property was fine but the constant fog was not.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun in Maine

This was a 70th birthday celebration. 11 people ages almost 2 to 71. Lots of room to be together plus the ability to have private space. Great location. 7 bathrooms! Amazingly appointed kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house, great location

House had everything we needed! It was clean and the location was perfect. Owners were friendly and helpful. Thanks for great memories
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lou M., Yardley, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice house!

Nice clean house on the Quietside of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda B., Kennebunk

Liked: Cleanliness

Super family gathering spot

Wonderful property with more bathrooms than I have ever seen. Great for family gathering for all ages. Owners are incredibly attentive and responsive and couldn't have offered a better place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth M., Bennington Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Extended Families!

What a perfect home for my husband and I to book for a wonderful week in Maine with our 3 children and their families! There was plenty of room for all of us including our 6 grandchildren. We made many happy memories last week in this well-stocked home. Thank you Bob & Karen for making this possible. You were a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious Home with Picturesque Views of SW Harbor

Harbor Watch was the perfect size for our family of 13, and a great value considering the number of beds and baths, and the amazing views of the harbor. The dining area offered refreshing breezes and beautiful views, was big enough to comfortably accommodate our large group for meals, with enough room left over for a separate puzzle table. We loved assembling on the spacious deck for late afternoon cocktails. The kitchen is well stocked with every possible cooking accroutrement you would ever need - almost to a fault as cupboards and shelves are stocked with dishes and utensils and there isn't a lot of designated area for food storage. Bob and Karen are a pleasure to work with and were extremely responsive to questions, both before and during our visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean P., Pennington, NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

A Special Getaway in Southwest Harbor

We fell in love with the place when we say the listing a year ago and signed up immediately. We were not disappointed. The location is ideal, in the midst of a lovely New England town which is not only quaint, but has lots of shops and restaurants, and with a water view. Acadia National Park is all around and is truly magnificent. We had 6 adults and 5 children and there was plenty of room and bathrooms for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022