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Tides cottage on quiet tidal inlet with kayaks and fire pit

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Smart TV, fireplace
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Tides cottage on quiet tidal inlet with kayaks and fire pit

TIDES COTTAGE WILL NOW HAVE 3 BEDROOMS AND 3 BATHROOMS! We have added a master bedroom with private bath at the back of the cottage with the twin bedroom now having it’s own private bathroom! Pictures will be added when the renovations are complete in Mid May. Be sure to watch the video at the end of the photo gallery to see the true setting of the Tides Cottage. Tides Cottage is a waterfront gem located 3 miles to down town Southwest Harbor on the quiet side of MDI. There are several entrances to Acadia nearby, Seawall, Wonderland and Ship Harbor to name a few. Our Cottage has a heat pump providing electric heat or cooling on those hotter days. There is a wood burning stove and wood is provided. The vaulted ceilings, white washed pine walls and a glass front make the living area very spacious, and the perfect place to watch the changing of the tides. Newly remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops. Bedding and towels are provided. We are on the western side of Mount Desert Island, home of Acadia National Park. There is a shared dock with two other cottages, row boat, and kayak at the water's edge for use of our guests. Tides has a gas grill, picnic table, and container fire pit in a private yard. The ocean facing deck offers additional seating. Tides is relaxing retreat at the end of the day and the perfect jumping off point for exploring all that our beautiful Island has to offer

Property manager

Stacy Just

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the buildings

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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

Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Private Peaceful Waterfront Home on Bass Harbor Kayaks Provided
Waterfront on Bass Harbor Tidal Bay Cottage
Waterfront on Bass Harbor Tidal Bay Bernard
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Private Peaceful Waterfront Home on Bass Harbor Kayaks Provided
Private Peaceful Waterfront Home on Bass Harbor Kayaks Provided

About the area

Map
Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 30 min drive - 16.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tides cottage on quiet tidal inlet with kayaks and fire pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tides cottage on quiet tidal inlet with kayaks and fire pit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tides cottage on quiet tidal inlet with kayaks and fire pit?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Tides cottage on quiet tidal inlet with kayaks and fire pit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Acadia National Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Tides cottage on quiet tidal inlet with kayaks and fire pit Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

This was a wonderful spot; easy access to many nice places on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

My wife and I throughly enjoyed our stay. Well appointed cottage with remarkable views of the harbor! Great place to stay to explore MDI and Bar Harbor. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Views lovely over the water. Open common area with kitchen/living space great for spending time with our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We had a lovely time visiting Acadia. We enjoyed being on the “quiet side” !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Amazing spot - very quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10

We enjoyed our stay on the quiet side. Great views, clean, comfortable place. No problems. Will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

We had a wonderful week staying at this property. The area was very quiet, and the house was clean. The entire process (checking in and out) was seamless. If we ever come back to the area, we know where we will be staying! We have no negatives to say about this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Amazing cozy cabin on the quite side that was great for our family. We spent time kayaking everyday and enjoying a more relaxed trip to MDI.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

A cozy home with a wonderful view and a cast-iron fireplace that warms the place right up. We had a lovely time despite less than perfect weather and would happily come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This house was so perfect for our needs. The views are unmatched! Beds and linens were super clean and comfortable. Close to everything. Our expectations were highly exceeded!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10

Really enjoyed our stay at Tides Cottage. Lots of hiking and biking and kayaking. Ate lots of lobster from Thurstons and Charlotte’s and steamed our own on two nights. Ate marshmallows outside at the fire pit. The cottage was clean and peaceful and pretty conveniently located.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Very nice property. Very scenic location. Quiet and secluded. Everything that you need is provided, even binoculars to view the wildlife. Wonderful vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

We enjoyed our stay! Everything we needed was there already. We didn’t really use the kayaks like we thought we would though because the timing of low tide didn’t really work with the other things we had scheduled for our stay, but it’s a cute place in a quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Everything was perfect in this house . Great communication from the host as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Great place away from the tourists of Bar Harbor, yet short trip to the Harbor. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

It was great !! Clean,beautiful,and relaxing. Stacy was a wonderful host . Communication was spot on with her responding promptly. Even when I had a question about my reservation I received a phone call from her . Thank You Stacy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Loved the location, setting, dock with kayaks and rowboat. Hosts were very friendly and gracious! Couldn’t have been happier with our choice!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

The location was an easy commute to the attractions but out of the commotion of town for a quieter feel. My kids loved the dock and exploring at low tide. No dishwasher which was fine but was listed as having one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great cabin with amazing waterfront view and great location. Awesome bird watching - we saw herons, egrets, loons, ducks, and osprey. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Our stay at the Tides Cottage was great! The property was in a great location with amazing views. The house was clean and as describes the owners listing. The check-in/check-out process was very easy. We look forward to coming back to this part of MDI soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

We enjoyed The Tides Cottage immensely! The location is beautiful—we loved watching the birds and the effect of the tides. Mornings and evenings on the deck were delightful. The cottage is lovely, well equipped, and convenient to wonderful attractions but away from the bustle. Southwest Harbor is a friendly&fun place, Acadia always gorgeous, and the Bass Harbor Cruises provided a fantastic nature tour.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

This was my family’s sixth trip to Acadia, and first stay in the Tides Cottage. We had a wonderful experience - the deck is gorgeous and our kids enjoyed afternoon kayaks. Owners were available and responsive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

Very new looking and clean. From parking to waterfront view. Lodging was impeccable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Stayed in the cabin with my husband for 3 nights before the long Labor Day weekend. We explored Acadia from there (maybe 20-30 min to Bar Harbor side) but really enjoyed that it was much quieter and we avoided the holiday traffic / crowds. Also took the kayaks out to explore the bay. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023