Consider a stay at New Shoreside Cottage! Bring Your Kayak! and take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden. Guests can also expect to find laundry facilities.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
New Shoreside Cottage! Bring Your Kayak!
This beautiful new waterfront house is currently available for seasonal rentals. It's been built to embrace the beautiful views of Southwest Harbor and the outer islands. Wake up every morning to sensational sunrises and take your coffee out to enjoy the scene on the glassed in second story deck. Watch the tides come and go right from your comfortably appointed King size master bedroom with flat screen TV/DVD. This house features two large bedrooms, double vanity bathroom, and laundry on the first floor. The second bedroom is a very large "bunk room" with 3 double sized beds, flat screen TV/DVD and an Xbox gaming system. The second floor is open with a beamed ceiling and 3 large ceiling fans, large windows overlooking the harbor, and a beautiful glassed in deck with adirondack syle chairs. The Monson slate kitchen is also on the second floor and includes a dishwasher. A half bath is also on the second floor for ease of entertaining. This house is nicely appointed with local Maine products, and very comfortable furnishings. We've included many books, travel guides, games, and DVD's to make your stay more comfortable. The lawn is nice and large and goes right down to the oceanside with large rocks to sit and watch the comings and goings of the local birds and the marine aspects of the harbor. There's also a shared firepit and adirondack chairs that are shoreside along with an outdoor dining set and gas grill. Kayaks can be launched from this spot during high tide.
This spectacular house is just a 5 minute walk to the village of SWH and all it has to offer! Many fine restaurants, bike shop, ice cream parlor, specialty food store, galleries, shops, tennis courts, and bus station. We have ample parking and are located next to Great Harbor marina where you can book many differednt types of harbor cruises. We are also in close vicinity to Seawall, Bass Harbor Head light, Echo Lake, and Somes sound. This is a unique house and will only be available for a limited time
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Near the ocean
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: Home is not pet allergen free.
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the area
Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is near a water park and by the ocean. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co 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. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Southwest Harbor travel guide
Is New Shoreside Cottage! Bring Your Kayak! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at New Shoreside Cottage! Bring Your Kayak!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at New Shoreside Cottage! Bring Your Kayak!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at New Shoreside Cottage! Bring Your Kayak!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is New Shoreside Cottage! Bring Your Kayak! located?
Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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New Shoreside Cottage! Bring Your Kayak! Reviews
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What a great stay! Clean, comfortable, location! Super easy and quick communication with the owner. We loved every minute and highly recommend!!! Thanks for the wonderful vacation!!
The house is very roomy and the kitchen was well stocked. Lovely view of the water although is was foggy a lot of the time we were there. Hope to go back.
This is an awesome place to stay if visiting southwest harbor! It is out of the hustle and bustle of bar harbor, but only a short drive to hikes, Acadia, and the bar harbor town as well. It’s so nice to wake up and be able to enjoy the water views and sun rising of the water on the patio. We really enjoyed the stay and the host made it easy and great! The two downsides were having to vacuum b
The property and view are amazing. Exactly as listed and clean. I would still be there if I didn’t have to go back home. Words can’t describe how great waking up to harbor with the sunrise every morning actually is until you see it. Can’t thank the owner enough for providing such a great location.
Darren D.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Kenneth
6 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
could not have been nicer. Great water view, well appointed, as nice a place as you can find.Not one single issue.
The house was gorgeous!! It was very clean,decorated beautifully,and the amenities were over the top! It was supplied with everything you would need and more. Christie was very helpful with any of our needs. We absolutely loved this house !! The view of the bay with all the boats was amazing. We would definitely stay here again if we ever go north again. Everything was perfect in every way!!!!
Loved the craftsmanship of the cottage and the views were beautiful. Very spacious and had everything we needed. Well stocked kitchen and huge bathroom would maybe add some towel rings for hand towels in main bath. Loved Southwest Harbor and location was walkable to downtown and many restaurants. 20ish min drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Christie was awesome and even got lobster cooked to delivered to our place. Thanks for the stay in your beautiful cottage would love to come back!
katie p.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
22 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location very clean. Loved the quiet town and view from home
House was very clean and well provisioned. Comfortable beds and the view was great. 20 to 30 minutes to the Acadia park and nearby town had enough nice places to eat and good grocery store. We really enjoyed our visit!
What a lovely place. The kids were able to run down to the shore and throw rocks and explore. It was close to Acadia and other little day trips like the Cranberry Isles or deer isle. Christie thought of everything we would need. The beds and pillows were comfortable and the views were amazing.
The cottage is perfect for an Acadia, sw and Bar Harbor vacation! House is so comfortable and the deck view of SW Harbor are amazing.
Local shops and restaurants are just great. Island Cruises is a must to see it from the water along with incredible wildlife viewing.
This was a perfect getaway for our family!
Beautiful and comfortable home! Amazing harbor and sunrise views from master bedroom on the first floor and the living space on the second floor. Within walking distance of a couple restaurants. Quaint shops about 3 mins drive away. Great location to explore Acadia National Park on west and east side of Mount Dessert Island. The host (Christine) was wonderful and responded quickly to our concerns. A terrific place, especially in October!
Couldn't ask for more. Beautiful cottage in beautiful location. Owner Christie anticipated all our needs and was very helpful with all my questions. Hoping to visit again.
Acadia has so much to offer and this home brings just as much with the updated living, amazing sunrises from your bed, beach access, and more. Having town in walking distance was a great bonus to walk over for breakfast or later in the evening for drinks.
Our host was great with easy communication and clear instructions for check in and out!
The only improvement suggestion is a coat hanger or rack when you walk in the home :)
The Lupine Cottage was lovely, right on the water, and in a fabulous location. The quiet side of Mount Desert Island is fantastic, particularly Southwest Harbor. We would definitely stay again!
Our family absolutely enjoyed our stay in this house while visiting Acadia National Park! It is very updated, very clean and super well stocked. The weather was not ideal during our stay, but we still enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the harbor in the rain and fog, very relaxing. Very close to the village of SWH, a grocery store and a few nice restaurants. Communication with the host was quick and smooth. Highly recommend.
Everything was as described and as pictured. Wonderful cottage for our needs. Owner was very communicative and helpful.
I would definitely recommend to friends.
We had an excellent vacation in this quiet and relaxing VRBO! The view from the master bedroom is fabulous and from the upper deck as well! The owner is easy to communicate with and made sure we had everything necessary for our stay! It has all the comforts of home and such unique and beautiful accessories throughout the entire house. It’s tucked back from all the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor. We highly recommend this rental and hope to return one day soon!!
This is our 4th year staying at this property in Southwest Harbor and as always, it was clean, comfortable and a great home away from home on vacation. Christie really keeps the house and amenities nicely updated, and this year we especially enjoyed the fire pit and the grilling area. The view from the house is amazing, and the walkable location to downtown is so convenient. This year, we also had friends stay at the cottage on the property and everyone had a great time. 5 stars are not enough for this property!