Title: Hard Aground - Ocean View Cottage in Southwest Harbor! Pet Friendly!!! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hard Aground - Ocean View Cottage in Southwest Harbor! Pet Friendly!!! ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105540000/105532400/105532361/0013c753.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105540000/105532400/105532361/395828d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105540000/105532400/105532361/eeabfab3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105540000/105532400/105532361/23c1ccdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105540000/105532400/105532361/248293a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Hard Aground, a serene ocean-view home nestled in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy picturesque views of the Windward Way and Cranberry Island from the wood deck, dining, living areas and bedrooms. The property features a galley kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and smart tv’s for nightly movies. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Hard Aground - Ocean View Cottage in Southwest Harbor! Pet Friendly!!! Hard Aground is an ocean-view home uniquely positioned right outside Southwest Harbor. Enjoy picturesque views of the Windward Way and Cranberry Island from the wood deck, dining, living, primary bedroom, and upstairs bedrooms. Guests will also enjoy the abundant wildlife of this quiet location. Deer and different types of birds often come to graze in the open fields each morning and evening. The home has a galley kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, Keurig and drip coffee maker, toaster, full pots and pans for cooking and hopefully anything else a family might need; there is dining/breakfast room with windows on each side for stunning views plus outdoor seating for dining. The family room has views out over the deck to the water, door to the deck, and smart tv for nightly movies. On the main level, you will find a room with king bed overlooking the lawn with water views and smart tv, another bedroom with queen-size bed, and a shared updated bathroom with walk-in shower, and laundry. The upstairs is cozy, with two bedrooms with water views, queen-sized beds, one with crib, smart tv’s, and an updated bathroom with a bathtub. The property comes with two dedicated parking places. Many people choose to stay in Southwest Harbor during their visit to Acadia National Park for its convenient location and more relaxed pace. Southwest Harbor is situated just west of the southern entrance to Somes Sound on Mount Desert Island. It is the largest municipality on the island's southwestern "quiet side." The town is a hub of activity, with various great restaurants, shops, galleries, and eateries worth exploring. Some of these include the charming Little Notch Bakery, the renowned Red Sky, the local favorite Peter Trouts, The Cygnet Gallery, Cornerstone Gallery, Beals Lobster, Sawyers, Cafe Dry Dock, Tom Cat Tide, The Store, Southwest Cycle, and many more! Many come to Mount Desert Island to visit Acadia National Park and enjoy its beauty. You can get a yearly pass to the park or pay as you go. Our suggestion is to get the yearly that you can visit other national parks. Some of our favorite trails, which are mostly easy and dog friendly, are Asticou and Jordan Pond Path, Little Harbor Brook Trail, Carriage Trail Loop, Wonderland, Ship Harbor Trail, Echo Lake Trail, and many more. Our suggestion is to download the All Trails App and search for your skill level. Other exciting things to do is to go on a whale watching tour, ride the ferries to neighboring islands like Cranberry or Little Cranberry and explore those. Visit the bustling town of Bar Harbor and the smaller villages around the island. You can do all this by car or use the Island Explorer buss. We are 2.8 miles to what is considered Southwest Harbor’s downtown and 4 miles into Bass Harbor. Peter Trout’s and the docks are 1.6 miles from us. We are on the Southwest Harbor side of the Seawall. Shore access is at 2-98 Cable Crossing RD because the shore line at the house is a drop off and can be dangerous but you can still enjoy picturesque views at the house. We walk to all of these locations all the time! More Helpful Info: There is a Kuerig and drip coffee maker plus full kitchen set up for your needs including pots, pans, toaster, all different types of glasses, etc. There are window units for the AC, window units are only in place June 1- Mid October for the 2025 season to minimize heating loss. If you are booking after mid October 2025 in Oct or Nov please reach out if you have questions. For 2026 they will be back in place June 1 2026. There are directions to the fire pit on the side of the pit and in the house book. If having issues please reach out and we can send you a video on how to work it. The yard is NOT fenced if your dog is a chaser you will want to keep them on leash. There are a lot of deer and wildlife please respect them. This is a quiet neighborhood with many full time residents please do not walk through their yards. We have a crib in one of the upstairs bedrooms, we have extra linens for the crib but if you prefer something specific please bring. Please note that this home was built in 1950 the stairs are skinny and a bit steep. We have one baby gate best to be used at a bedroom doorway and baby safety latches for your use under the kitchen sink if needed. There is a high chair in an upstairs closet if we have notice we can have it pulled downstairs. The laundry is in one of the closets in the queen-sized downstairs bedroom, but there is an additional closet for clothes. The dedicated parking spaces are directly in front of the garage spaces, but there is no access to the garage, if you are bringing bikes please let me know the owner will allow bikes to be parked in the garage for storage & safety. There is an easement driveway to the home directly behind us please do not block the driveway with cars or go through their gates. This home is on septic, and nothing besides toilet paper can be flushed. This includes anything advertised as flushable, "flushable wipes," and food waste down the disposal. There is no access to the basement. There is absolutely no access to the basement. It is not finished and the stairs are steep please do not try to unlock and explore this area it is off limits to guest. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,700 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 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 are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) Note from host: Pets will be an additional fee. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 ## About the area Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Seawall, a neighbourhood in Southwest Harbor. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Southwest Harbor travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Harbor.dx160542) [View more Cottages in Southwest Harbor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southwest-Harbor-Cottages.d160542-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.25323%2C-68.29527&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CkVrvMNiAKZOcddmkI0ZrpunHQk=) Southwest Harbor, ME ### What's nearby - Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles - Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles - Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles - Asticou Azalea Garden - 29 min drive - 18.6 miles - Cadillac Mountain - 36 min drive - 21.1 miles ### Getting around - Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬6 min drive - ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬24 min drive - ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬6 min drive - ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬24 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hard Aground - Ocean View Cottage in Southwest Harbor! Pet Friendly!!! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Hard Aground - Ocean View Cottage in Southwest Harbor! Pet Friendly!!! ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hard Aground - Ocean View Cottage in Southwest Harbor! Pet Friendly!!! ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Hard Aground - Ocean View Cottage in Southwest Harbor! Pet Friendly!!! located? > Located in Seawall, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wendell Gilley Museum is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hard Aground - Ocean View Cottage in Southwest Harbor! Pet Friendly!!! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn R. 17 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home by the water! Loved our stay here! The kids were able to play kickball in the backyard while the adults relaxed on the back deck overlooking the water. Picture perfect! ##### Kathryn R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meghan K. 23 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hard Aground Beautiful quiet property with a view of the ocean. Close to Acadia and Bar Harbor. It was the perfect spot for us while we explored Maine. We will definitely be back! ##### Meghan K. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne A. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house on the Quiet Side Hard Aground was the perfect place for our family - 3 adult kids and parents. The house had been thoughtfully renovated, and the furnishings gave it a great vacation vibe. Robin was so helpful and attentive when we had questions! For our previous 7-8 trips to Acadia, we stayed closer to Bar Harbor, so it was a fun adventure to visit another part of the island Running to (and on) the Wonderland trail was a highlight for me, as was skipping rocks at the pond near Seawall. Southwest Harbor has some nice restaurants (Rogue!!) and shops, which made is a fun place to visit on a rainy day. There are also some nice trails on that side of the island. ##### Anne A. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deanna C. 11 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### SPECTACULAR EXPERIENCE AT HARD AGROUND Hard Aground was a perfect location for our group. Robin was very responsive to all communications from the start of our booking process through to the day of and after our departure. Everything we needed was provided. No one in our group of 8 adults ever said, wish we had this or that. The house was immaculate. Plenty of towels. Everyone slept comfortably. Plenty of room to spread out. The kitchen was very well appointed with everything needed to prepare meals. Large dining room table accommodated our group for meals and game playing. Enjoyed the wildlife (deer & turkeys) through the large picture window, as well as the sunrise. Close to town for restaurants and groceries. A few great, shorter hikes just down the road and easy commute into Acadia National Park. Don't hesitate to book this comfortable home. ##### Deanna C. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy S. 23 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning Ocean View Property Near Acadia National Park Our stay at this beautiful ocean view property near Acadia National Park was nothing short of spectacular. The property is perfectly situated, offering a serene and peaceful environment that made our vacation truly relaxing. The house itself is well-maintained and tastefully decorated, with all the modern amenities one could ask for. The kitchen was fully equipped, making it easy to prepare meals, and the spacious living area was perfect for family gatherings. We particularly enjoyed the large deck where we spent morning watching the sunrise over the ocean. The location is ideal for exploring Acadia National Park, with easy access to hiking trails, scenic drives, and the charming town of Bar Harbor. We loved being able to return to such a comfortable and inviting home after a day of adventure. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and responsive, ensuring that we had everything we needed for a perfect stay. Their attention to detail and hospitality truly enhanced our experience. ##### Tracy S. 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