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Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.

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Gas firepit, deck furniture, and elevated dining railing overlooking the marina
A bedroom with a large window overlooking a harbor and a house.
A kitchen with a large window, a built-in island, and a view of a body of water.
A living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a wooden side table, and a patterned rug.
A wooden sign with the text "OSPREY NEST PARKING" pointing to the right.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Place, Wendell Gilley Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Southwest Harbor

At this apartment you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Wendell Gilley Museum and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Acadia National Park. .Apartment features a washing machine, a patio and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available.

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 21 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 23 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.

Locally owned by an Island family of several generations, Osprey Nest is the private 2nd storey apartment of a duplex with private deck. Located on an elevated property across the marina, offering wonderful views of Southwest Harbour and across to the Cranberry Isles. Walk into town and enjoy shopping & dining in the village of Southwest Harbour and leaving your car behind.

Acadia National Park and more than a dozen trailheads are within a 5 min. drive from the house with a bus stop across the street.

Luke and Jackie are year round locals from an Island fishing family of over 100 years. We live next door and are more than happy to share our ideas for hiking, biking, canoeing/kayaking, tours, and dining.

We are avid animal lovers and welcome well behaved and well mannered pets after discussing your pets with us ahead of time. We reserve the right to deny pets if necessary. We lost Maggie, or original Black Dog in '23, but our new little black girl Lucy lives next door with us now. If you can't bring your pets and want a visit, I'm sure Lucy can schedule some time into her busy schedule for you to throw the ball for her. We also have a little "bobcat" named Lily that likes to perform acrobatics on various hand rails across the property.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Please be aware of other guests and open windows

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please bring your pup with you, No dogs left alone inside the house. We’ve had too many chewing and barking issues in the past.
No entering the woods surrounding the house. We are on a small, in town lot and the woods are my neighbors property.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: No pets left alone in the apartment

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Young kids are not to be left alone on the deck

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please be aware of other guests and open windows

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.?

The closest beach to Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC. is Echo Lake Beach (4.5 km).

Does Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC. have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.?

No, Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:00 AM.

Elevated Ocean view of Harbor, walk to village, pet friendly, deck, wifi and AC. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of the harbor, clean, pet friendly. Was a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and quiet location off the beaten path for your MDI vacation. Lots of space inside with all the amenities that we needed for our stay. The host was accommodating and very prompt with communication. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved that place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were a family of 5 adults and 1 toddler who spent a full week in this beautiful apartment. The unit was a great size with all the amenities of home. There were plenty of restaurants within walking distance in the little town just down the street. Acadia National Park was only a few minutes away by car. The deck has a fantastic view of the marina and a nice firepit for the chilly evenings. The host, Luke, was amazing. He was very responsive both prior to our trip and during our stay. We are looking forward to coming back again someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful modern apartment walking distance to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and spacious. It has great views of the marina and harbor. The firepit on the deck was a nice touch since it got chilly at night. Walking distance to downtown made it even that more enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice - as advertised!

The location was excellent - great combo of having a view as well as a very short walk to the little town. We visited Bar Harbor and were extremely happy we decided to stay in the leas congested SW Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot for the 4th of July! House had everything we needed for our family of 5 and Luke was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice view of the sunrise plenty of space

This is a spacious floor with the basic needs in the kitchen and bath. Nice outdoor space and several restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoy the view at Osprey’s Nest

We had a relaxing stay in Southwest Harbor and Luke and Jackie were very responsive hosts. The apartment was spacious, updated and located on the quieter side of the island and had a glorious view of the harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Awesome location, loved Southwest Harbor and this place is about as convenient as it gets. Check in instructions were clear and concise, parking was great, unit was very clean; nothing bad to say about this experience. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it. Super comfy. Walking distance to town, beautiful view. I would highly recommend. Close to Bar Harbor and Acadia, but had the peaceful beauty out of the bar harbor crowds, which was perfect. Had a dog, and it was perfect for him. Loved the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

SW harbor

Overall nice stay with great view of the harbor. Comfortable beds. Kitchen is well equipped. Can hear muffled voices from the downstairs unit. Would be ideal to have a large group and rent both spaces.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
I didn’t think it was as nice as the photos made it look.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views of SW Harbor

We loved our week in SW Harbor and the rental was perfect for our family of 4. The unit is on the top floor, had incredible views of the harbor, we spent most nights on the patio. The gas fire pit was very nice on the cooler nights. The hosts were so nice and very responsive, shared several great hikes that were perfect for our kids ages 7 and 9. We loved steaming lobster a couple nights in the outdoor lobster cooker, Luke was very kind to show us how to use it. Overall it was a fantastic rental in a beautiful and very walkable little town filled with shops and restaurants. Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

This property was perfect for our needs. It was only a short drive to Acadia NP and other local favorites, walkable into the local square/island explorer bus stop, was clean and had a beautiful upper deck! Luke & Jackie were excellent hosts! We had a terrible storm blow through overnight one night and we lost power for a few hours. They had a generator hooked up and our power back on before we even had a chance to reach out. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, Quiet Home-base for Acadia

Our stay was fantastic! It was extremely clean and perfectly accommodated 3 people with our own rooms. The deck view of the harbor was serene and a perfect place to read after a long day of hiking at the park. It was an easy 15-20 minute drive, give or take, to all the trailheads of hikes we did in Acadia National Park. Between the kitchen and grill, we comfortably cooked at home most of the nights during our stay. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice alternative to the hustle of Bar Harbor, but still wants to be close to the park. Luke was also very responsive. We will definitely be coming back in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a perfect location

This is a charming property, offering a cozy and intimate living space in a prime location. The home’s classic New England exterior fits perfectly with the coastal town's charm, and the interior offers a comfortable, well-maintained space for its occupants. The setup is ideal for individuals or couples looking for a peaceful retreat. The bathroom is updated with modern fixtures and provides ample space for comfort. Located conveniently to Southwest Harbor’s shops, restaurants, and harbor, this property is ideal for someone who values both privacy and access to local amenities. The proximity to Acadia National Park is also a major bonus for nature enthusiasts. Overall, is an inviting and well-situated home that’s perfect for anyone looking for a low-maintenance, comfortable living space in the heart of one of Maine’s most desirable coastal towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The listing was accurate, and the location in Southwest Harbor was incredibly convenient, about 25 minutes from Bar Harbor and with easy access to Acadia National Park. We were super close to a few scenic, family-friendly coastal hiking trails.The 2nd floor apt worked well for our group of four adults and two young teens and was a great home base for exploring Acadia and the surrounding area. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luke was a great host and stayed in close communication with us throughout the rental process. The apartment was a great fit for our needs and is in an excellent location. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice apartment with convenient location. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025