Panoramic views of the harbor greet you as you step into Port, where a private patio hot tub and deck await. This tastefully furnished retreat has crisp white walls and natural wood accents, along with an open floor plan for soaking in the views from kitchen to sitting area. Take a stroll into town or explore Acadia National Park's crystal-clear lakes and hiking trails.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms97 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub at Port!
As you walk into 'Port's' main level, you are consumed by panoramic views of the harbor. Step out onto the deck and you can smell the ocean air and feel as though you can reach out and touch the boats in the harbor.
The open floor plan allows you to soak in the views whether you're cooking in the kitchen, relaxing in the sitting area or dining at the table with family and friends. The galley-style kitchen has lots of prep and cupboard space and stainless steel appliances. Reminiscent of a yacht, 'Port' has crisp white walls and natural wood accents, including exposed beams and natural wood ceiling, To top it off, this area is tastefully furnished with comfy couches and leather accents. The upper level offers an open loft bedroom with double bed and overstuffed chair. And in the lower level you'll find the master bedroom with hot tub on private patio overlooking the harbor, a full bath with granite sink, laundry and a second bedroom with twin bed plus a twin trundle.
Come to the 'Quiet Side': 'Port' is situated on the shore in the quaint village of Southwest Harbor. From 'Port' you can take a stroll into town and explore unique shops, fabulous restaurants, museums, antique shops, an oceanarium, and much more.. Rent a boat locally or take the water taxi to explore the waters and islands surrounding Mount Desert Island. The condo is also located just minutes from world-famous Acadia National Park, which offers crystal-clear lakes, sandy and rocky beaches, rocky shorelines, beautifully maintained hiking and biking carriage trails, mountains to hike or drive, and so much more. Opportunities for whale watching, boat rentals and charters, fishing, swimming, golf, tennis, shopping, kayaking, hiking, and many more are within minutes.
Away from the Crowds, Close to Everything!: Situated on the 'quiet side' of Mount Desert Island, you can enjoy the real Downeast Maine away from the crowds, but still be within minutes of world-famous Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. You can explore all that the park has to offer by yourself, take a guided tour or take Mount Desert Island's bus, the 'Island Explorer', available to the public free of charge! Destinations include just about anywhere you want to go on the island. There are a number of outfitters located on Mount Desert Island that rent bicycles and kayaks as well. Just fifteen miles to Bar Harbor and you can enjoy a wide variety of activities from the most relaxed to the most rigorous, dining for all tastes and budgets, and shopping in many unique shops and galleries. Regardless of your interests, 'Port' and the surrounding attractions are sure to make for a fulfilling vacation!
Come in the Fall-Beautiful Foliage, lower rates! : The months of September and October are a fabulous time to come to 'Port'. The rates are lower, the crowds have left, the weather is comfortable and the foliage is spectacular!!! Acadia National Park is rated among the best places in the United States to view fall foliage!
Have school-age kids but still want to avoid the crowds? Why not come to 'Port' in June! Enjoy a picnic on Windward Shore's Private Dock. Watch the activity in the harbor as working lobster and fishing boats mingle with exquisite yachts. When the sun sets behind you, experience a sight unparalleled as the boats in the harbor are illuminated...gorgeous!
This unit typically books week long rentals, Sunday to Sunday only but feel free to message with any questions!
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a village
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
Basketball nearby
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
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,048 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Family gatherings, wedding parties are accepted.
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
Note from host: Family gatherings, wedding parties are accepted.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located in Southwest Harbor, this condo is on the waterfront. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Southwest Harbor travel guide
Is Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub at Port! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub at Port!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub at Port!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub at Port!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Enjoy the stunning ocean view from the hot tub at Port! located?
This family-friendly Southwest Harbor condo building is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wendell Gilley Museum and Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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We just completed our 8th year staying here and it never disappoints. You can’t beat the views from the deck or the proximity to restaurants and local attractions. Every year we say how thankful we found this spot on the “quiet side”!
Beautiful view, clean and quiet space, very comfortable and nice location. We never once heard the traffic or neighbors. Great spot to enjoy the best of Acadia.
South Harbor is about half an hour from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor and the main portion of Acadia national Park. We enjoyed being able to escape to our quiet little house located right on South Harbor while staying close enough to Acadia to do all the hiking and eat all the lobster that we wanted.
Very well kept and clean. Far enough off of the Main Street with great parking. No need for a sunrise pass to Cadillac! We enjoyed it right from our living room couch. Would definitely rent again! Reached out to owner about one small thing and responded right away.
The view is truly priceless! We also enjoyed the hot tub after hiking the nearby trails each day. Quiet location and never heard the neighbor next door. We have stayed at many VRBO properties and this was the first time we have been asked to sweep and the vacuum the floors on departure!
We are retired and getting a bit to old to navigate a sail boat. We loved the view looking at all the boats coming and going. We visited Bar Harbor, Acadia Park, We ate the best food from Little Notch Bakery. Try the blueberry pie. Its to die for. Thank you for your rental it had all we needed to feel at home.
Had a great time. Weather was very warm. The area and park was fantastic. A few things we saw that we think could help. Sun blocking curtains in upstairs. Need new can opener. Overall except for the heat we had a great time. Would truly come back and stay again.
Oh hot tub was a favorite too.
We really enjoyed our stay in this home and location. We had everything we needed in the condo. We did not hear our neighbors at all. The loft stairs are a little tricky but we had adult children manuvering the stairs so it worked out. There is a BR in the downstairs next to the main BR if you have youngsters. The views are outstanding. Don't miss a sunset. Some mornings there is fog so when it's clear you won't want to miss it. Beautiful. We would stay again and definitely recommend.
To us, the location a short drive south of Bar Harbor was key. We didn’t want to be in the middle of the tourist bustle that is Bar Harbor, but also didn’t want to be so “off grid” that we’d feel too isolated. Southwest Harbor checked all those boxes. Just enough locally without compromising tranquility.
The place was great. Amazing view. Good kitchen and bath arrangements. Gas BBQ on the deck that we used one night to grill some steaks to go with the lobsters we got to go from Beales a 4 minute drive from the unit.
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The view of the harbor was nothing short of stunning. Watching lobster and sailboats coming and going all day was mesmerizing. And the view was from the loft, the deck and the patio and hot tub. We took advantage of it for breakfast lunch and dinner because we could not beat it at a restaurant. Rooms were very clean if a little small. Kitchen was well appointed. Stairs were a little steep. Location in Southwest Harbor is wonderful much more quaint and quiet than Bar Harbor. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. The view is probably the best I’ve ever seen in places. I’ve stayed all over the world. And the owner was very sweet to give us a heads up on sidewalk construction and offer a refund, but it really was not an issue.
My wife, my daughter, and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Southwest Harbor! The condo was clean, comfortable, and close to everything. I would absolutely visit Mt. Desert Island and stay here again! Acadia is a treasure!
We loved everything about this place. It was just the right size for our family of 6. We loved the hot tub, quiet evenings, sunsets, and proximity to so many things. Highly recommend!
We loved staying in the quiet side and watching yachts and lobster boats coming and going from the harbor. We walked into town several times. The home was perfect for the 4 of us and had everything we needed! Host was very responsive to questions. Would definitely recommend.
We loved the location of the VRBO home. It was in a sleepy Maine area close enough to walk to restaurants and shops. The view was beautiful. Soaking in the hot tub after long hikes was dreamy.
Our family really enjoyed our stay in Southwest Harbor. Watching the boats coming in and out of the harbor was awesome. We hiked and biked throughout Acadia and it was great to return at the end of the day to this peaceful, well maintained, and beautiful home. Thank you for a fantastic vacation!
Scott S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Alexis N.
7 Sept 2016
Clean, cozy and beautiful view!
Our family of three had a wonderful week at Port! Great, private location with easy walk to town and all the amenities. We had fun exploring the island overall and enjoyed the hot tub and private dock. We look forward to returning to Port the next time we're in Maine.
We absolutely loved everything about our stay in Southwest Harbor! The condo was clean, comfortable, and perfectly located close to grocery stores, restaurants, hiking trails, and Acadia National Park. The kitchen was well stocked with spices, dishes, pots, pans and gas grill. We especially enjoyed hanging out on the dock with our beach chairs in the afternoon, soaking in the hot tub, warming up at night by the chimene (lots of firewood provided), watching sunrises, and peaceful evenings.You can’t beat the views from the deck, and we’re so thankful we discovered this gem on the “quiet side.” Acadia is truly a treasure, and this spot made it easy to enjoy it all. We highly recommend it and would definitely stay here again!
This was my first time trying a VRBO stay. This property was exactly as pictured, clean and had organized and well though out check in and check out process. It is in a great location for visiting Bar Harbor and the Acaida National Park. It is a place I hope to stay at again. Thank you for sharing your place with us!
Yvette L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Matt H.
12 Jul 2017
Great Location and View
Great location. Easy walk to shops and restaurants in Southwest Harbor. Beautiful view overlooking the harbor. Fun space with a loft bed, and nice amenities with the hot tub, dock, and deck. Some furnishings and finishes were starting to look a little worn, but all in all a great place to stay.
The stairs are very steep and we would not recommend for seniors. Top floor "loft" bedroom stairs were too steep for us to use. The second bedroom on the bottom floor was very hot with no air conditioning.The main floor was wonderful with a stunning view!