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WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE

The ARTIST'S RETREAT CARRIAGE HOUSE is a Beautifully Decorated one bedroom (King bed) Carriage House situated in a Very Private Wooded setting, at the end of a private road. The TRAILS of ACADIA NATIONAL PARK and the OCEAN are just a short walk from your door. Fresh water swimming at Echo Lake is just minutes away. This CHARMING COTTAGE is just a mile from the Village of Southwest Harbor and 13 miles from Bar Harbor. The Free Island Explorer Bus service is less than a 10 minute walk.
The living space offers open, skylighted cathedral ceilings; fully equipped kitchen with island for dining, and living room with GAS FIREPLACE; a King bed in the bedroom, and bath with shower and spacious vanity.
After a full day of exploring Acadia return to the Cottage for GRILLING or RELAX Under the STARS by the WOOD BURNING CHIMINEA. Comfy, cushioned Adirondack Chairs, side tables, Hammock, and Perennial Garden.
Includes Wi-Fi, satellite TV DVD, Gas Grill and Outdoor Chimenea.
FULLY EQUIPPED with linens, towels, kitchenware. A Washer/Dryer, Gas grill, storage for bikes, beach chairs, towels, and blankets, are all located on first floor.
"GET TO KNOW THE ISLAND AND ACADIA NATIONAL PARK": ARRANGE A PRIVATE TOUR OF THE ISLAND/ACADIA NATIONAL PARK WITH YOUR HOST KEN!
Non-Smoking Property.

Property manager

Cyd or Ken

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Walk Acadia's Trails Ocean This Quiet Charming Carriage House
Walk Acadia's Trails Ocean This Quiet Charming Carriage House

About the area

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Flying Mountain Trailhead and Acadia National Park. Echo Lake Beach and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

WALK TO ACADIA'S TRAILS, OCEAN FROM THIS QUIET, CHARMING CARRIAGE HOUSE Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property!
We had a great stay at the carriage house. Our hosts provided everything we needed and were friendly and helpful. Great location on the “quiet” side and property was as listed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonna w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Carriage House
This cottage was so beautiful! It feels like you are in the deep woods, when you are just a couple of miles from the harbor. Great spot for seeing Acadia and all the other harbors around. We enjoyed having a fire in the fire pit. Cyd and Ken were perfect hosts. We hope to return someday! Vacationing from Alabama.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H., Bowling Green, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming home and location
We loved our stay at the Carriage House. Cyd and Ken, the hosts, live right next door and were welcoming and very fast with responding if we had any questions. The home is beautiful and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again if we ever get back to Acadia. We were also very happy to be staying on the quiet side of the island, so much more peaceful. It is also close to quite a few trails, lakes and mountains to enjoy. Highest recommendation, you won't be disappointed with your stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, beautiful little place
Cyd & Ken were great hosts. They provided good information about the house & the area. They were accessible without being intrusive. The place was meticulously maintained, well-equipped and tastefully decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Vacation Spot
We were incredibly happy with every aspect of our stay! Having A/C would be the only improvement I could recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway
Very clean and well kept carriage home. Hosts were very friendly and had lots of good information and suggestions of things to do on the island. House is on the south western side of Mt. Desert away from Bar Harbor so it is a great spot for someone wanting to be away from the crowds but still close by to the national park. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn C., Knoxville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional in every way
Perfect relaxing location, beautifully well maintained and clean, and the most gracious hosts imaginable. Staying here for us was perfect and a treat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

A H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, convenient and in the trees
Just delightful apartment for 2! Lovely outdoor firepit and grill. Can't wait to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage- Great location- Perfect for all our vacation plans!
The cottage house is wonderful- super clean and cute, and completely equipped for all our needs. My husband and I were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary- and had a great time! We could come and go for each day's adventure in Acadia and the surrounding area. We'd love to come back in the changing seasons!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne D., Chapel Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay in Southwest Harbor!
We just spent two weeks at Cyd and Ken’s wonderful place! They went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. Their place is beautifully decorated (including fresh flowers) and warm and cozy. We enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen, fireplace, comfortable furnishings and great internet access. Trails into town and to Acadia are accessible from their property - quite a treat! They are very responsive to questions/requests. A perfect vacation (thanks Cyd and Ken)!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week
Everything was wonderful about this stay. Great location, fantastic cottage and outstanding hosts. I would highly recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B., Lockport NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place!
This was our 7th year returning to MDI but our 1st year staying at the Carriage House. Wonderful place. Quiet, peaceful, exceptionally clean, everything you could ask for. Ken and Cyd are wonderful hosts. We will be definitely returning to stay at the Carriage House.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura D., Odenton, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
The Carriage House is a true gem on the “Quiet Side” in Southwest Harbor Maine! Cyd and Ken were are wonderful hosts and made us feel so welcome. Little touches like fresh flowers, wood for the fire pit, lots of books and pamphlets on Acadia…I could go on. Everything was wonderful! Thank you Cyd and Ken for helping to make our vacation extra special! 💕
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place,great Location
Cyd and Ken were wonderful! House was very comfortable and clean. Very nicely decorated. Loved the whole property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon Retreat
My new husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon as we explored Acadia National park and the Bar Harbor area. The cabin was absolutely perfect! It was very cozy and had everything we needed. Our first night we arrived late in the evening and it was pouring rain, but Cyd and Ken kept the light on for us and made sure we got settled in safely. They also gave us good directions and tips for touring Acadia NP. They were delightful hosts with a diamond of a cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
The home was comfortable and had all items needed for a great stay! Ken and Cyd were absolutely amazing. Even with less than ideal weather they made our vacation relaxing and enjoyable with their wonderful home and hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice carriage house
Great place to stay while exploring Acadia
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best rental ever!
Comfortable, clean, and cozy. Cyd and Ken are the BEST people, and their carriage house was perfect for my wife and I. The bed was comfortable (we find this to be a common problem with some rentals), and the space was immaculate. We did a lot of hiking, and coming home to a fire (inside or out) was a great finish to our days. It’s truly nestled in the woods, and you can walk to trails. Very quiet at night…very peaceful. We will stay here again the next time we head north!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Carriage House
3 amazing days at this beautiful property. Wish it was longer. Close to everything but in a beautiful secluded area. You can tell a lot of love has been put into this property. Very attentive hostess. Thanks Cyd!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori B., Roanoke Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Carriage House
My husband and I chose the carriage house due to its proximity to Acadia. We were very pleased with the accommodations and amenities. We also met Cyd, who was so warm and welcoming. Cyd and Ken provided a list of off season restaurants, which was so helpful for the time of year we went. We would definitely stay here again if in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity Discovered
My husband and I visited the area for five days and we could not have asked for a better experience at the cottage. We were able to cook some meals in the well appointed kitchen and relax at night with the gas fireplace. We walked to one of the Acadia trails on our first day and watched the sun rise. We visited many parts of the island and found the location to be very convenient. Our hosts were responsive and answered all of our questions. Highly recommend this gem in the woods!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, Clean, Quiet
This is a must see. The property owner was a breath of fresh air to communicate with and hugely helpful in so many ways! If we needed help with nearby attractions or just figuring out the WiFi she was there! The property was perfectly appointed and extremely comfortable. The property bc is located close enough to things to do and places to go get remote enough to have complete peace and quiet. We LOVED our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW, TUSTIN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is nothing to 'not' like about The Carriage House. It is nestled in the woods, a short drive from the road, with easy access. A grocery store is a short drive away, the small town of Sout West Harbor another mile or two further. The living area (upstairs above an empty two car garage), is unbelievably spotless, immaculately cleaned and maintained. Everything you could possibly need is provided, so thoughtfully appointed. A lovely log fire, operated by a thermostat, runs on propane. Originally, I was looking for a log fire. However, this is so much easier and equally as effective, just perfect. Bathroom is shower only which suited my wife and I, and what a good shower it is! And last but not least, the wonderful hosts. They live in a gorgeous house not too far away. You must meet them, two of the loveliest people you could imagine. Thanks to them for making this stay so exceptional. The hiking and driving maps in the house and a great recommendation to an amazing restaurant in Bar Harbor (Havana), were especially appreciated. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul W., Brunswick, ME

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Bungalow
Lovely upstairs suite suitable for two people. Management folks were gems: friendly, very attentive, and helpful. Site's location is in a quiet area with walking and easy access to coastal sights.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022