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Four Winds Cottage

Holiday home with kitchen, near Acadia National Park

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Experience a quintessential Maine cottage at this recently renovated property. Unwind on the large deck with outdoor dining and lounging, or explore the nearby town center with its restaurants and shops.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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.

Four Winds Cottage

This recently renovated cottage has a beautiful coastal vibe. Modern amenities come together with vintage accents such as shiplap, hemlock beams and original fireplace and chimney creating a quintessential Maine cottage. Large deck with outdoor dining and lounging and a large yard make it great for one or two families. The house is located two blocks from the town center so it is close to restaurants and shops.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • 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
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
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

Southwest Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Southwest Harbor travel guide
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park featuring forest scenes, a lake or waterhole and wetlands
    Acadia National Park
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bar Harbor, Maine USA
    Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    23 min drive - 26.9 km
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    Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    24 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Cadillac Mountain showing landscape views, a sunset and mountains
    Cadillac Mountain
    28 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum
    1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Beal's Lobster Pier
    2 min drive
  • Archie’s Lobster
    5 min drive
  • Nor’ Easter Pound & Market
    21 min drive
  • Circle K
    4 min walk
  • Saint Dreux’s Coffee
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Four Winds Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Four Winds Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Four Winds Cottage?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Four Winds Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Four Winds Cottage located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Four Winds Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bernie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The description was accurate but undersold the rental. The house was so much more. The location is fabulous for everything Acadia, and Ingrid communicates extremely well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

It was clean and very nice! Great stay no issues at all! Lots of room!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious house. Great communication with the owner. My family of four loves it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient location and had all the essentials. Ingrid was easy to work with and responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We had an absolutely wonderful experience at the Four Winds Cottage. The house was beautiful and Ingrid had thought of every detail to make our stay comfortable and relaxing. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Acadia trip

Nice clean house. Worked well for our girls hiking trip to Acadia.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Acadia Trip

House worked fine for our 2 day stay at Acadia. No issues, all was good. Very nice place. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

October 2024

Wonderful cottage, modern amenities were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super new renovation

The house looked great. Newly renovated and lots of space for the kids to spread out. Beds were nice and location was great for Acadia. I’d definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best

Far and away, the best accommodation we have had in the many years we have been staying on Mount. Desert island. Superior in every regard.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic vacation house!

We had such a wonderful stay at this beautifully and thoughtfully decorated home. The hosts were very communicative and immediately reached out when it looked like Hurricane Lee might affect our stay. The house had everything we needed and was conveniently located with stores, restaurants, and a great coffee spot close by. The beds were very comfortable and the house was extremely quiet with plenty of off-street parking. I would happily stay here again if we’re back in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Vacation Home

We loved the overall, cute decor and the convenience of this home. It had everything we needed for a two day adventure in Maine. We cooked at home one night, and enjoyed playing games that were in the cottage. It was also close to pickeball courts - which we utilized twice in two days. Ingrid was very easy to communicate with and we will definitely reach back out when we return to this wonderful town. Clean, comfortable, convenient, and charming!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Four Winds Cottage Southwest Harbor, Maine

Absolutely loved this 'quiet' side of Bar Harbor. Beautiful home, perfect for our family of 5 adults and 2 toddlers. Loved the porch fire pit a few nights, comfy beds, LOVED the lay out of this home, My only comment would be that the traffic on Main Street was a bit busier than I would have liked. I suspect the area has grown. We would definitely come back. Thank you Ingrid and those contributing to the prep for our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roommate annual gathering

The house is a real gem! So comfy and cozy. Wonderful for a gathering of friends and also provides private spaces. We just loved it and we felt right at home. The outside deck and seating add a nice space. Easy access to all parts of Mt.Desert Island. Great restaurants nearby. The host was easy to contact and respond. We really did not have any issues. Very clear information and instructions for the house were left as well as sufficient supplies. We highly recommend this home!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful hospitality and property

I coordinated a group of photographers for a 4 day shoot in Acadia National park. I originally booked a property in another town but the host's terrible communication skill made me decide to cancel and look elsewhere. Fortunately I found this property and Ingrid. What a difference! Ingrid truly understands hospitality. Every question was answered with an hour. She provided area information about the park and local restaurants. She provided very complete instructions for check-in and what was provided on property. The property is right on Main St. in Southwest which is on the quiet side of the island. The property was absolulely immaculate, hospital clean. We had 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a well stocked kitchen all the essential tools. There is plenty of room to gather between kitchen, dining room, living room and TV room but also some separation to hang in smaller areas. The deck is large comfortable. The house is decorated very nicely with coastal art and artifacts. After the false start with the first property, Ingrid's professional demeanor and attention to detail to make sure we had a good stay was greatly appreciated. Having spent 18 years in the hospitality industry, both Ingrid and the property would get an 11 in the 1 to 10 rating scale. I highly recommend this property and host. Southwest Harbor is a great base of operation for an Acadia visit if you are looking for fewer people and a small town feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick and Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fully stocked with all the basic necessities which was a huge plus for us. The house was clean and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jay h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was specious for 8 of us. Plenty of seating room and very comfortable. Easy walk to town to enjoy the restaurants and shops. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Coastal Cottage was exactly what we needed as a group of 5 adults. The location was perfect for our adventures around MDI and the house was in great condition! The small touches like having beach towels, extra blankets, coffee, laundry, etc. available made our stay even better.
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great just like last year’s stay. We couldn’t have had a better time. Thanks Ingrid.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for family (or multi family). Nice inside space, clean and easy amenities. Great location, walking distance of town. Highly recommend for a stay in southwest harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

william m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is amazing. Lots of space, almost all new outfitting and renovation done, easy to get anywhere you want to go. Totally furnished kitchen complete with things you normally would need to run out and buy (foils, oils, spices, coffee, etc.)We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Larry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall good
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and Cozy Cottage

This house was lovely. The setting was relaxing and quiet. We were able to walk to some of the small local stores and bakeries nearby. Convienent location for accessing the national park and many local attractions. I cannot recommend this home enough. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House!

The experience we had with Ingrid, the owner, was exceptional! The house was exactly as stated on the rental description. Southwest Harbour has some nice options for restaurants and is close to Bar Harbor. The updates made to the house were nice and fit the style. If I was going back, I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sriram S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

House is in a quiet neighborhood. Ingrid was great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024