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Oceanfront Cottage w/ Dock & Mooring - walking distance to Acadia

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8190 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanfront Cottage w/ Dock & Mooring - walking distance to Acadia

In a prime location on Mount Desert Island Maine, this property has been lovingly cared for and enjoyed by the same family for four generations. The Cottage was designed and built in 2003-2004 by our father, Caleb, to take full advantage of this ideal spot which has direct access to the water, dock, mooring and gorgeous views of the harbor.

Near the end of a private road on Connor Point, you will feel the peacefulness of a true get-away. Steps away from hiking in Acadia National Park, and yet you are only a 5 minute drive from the charming downtown of Southwest Harbor and 25 minutes from bustling and fun town of Bar Harbor. Feel life slow down as you enjoy your morning coffee on the large deck overlooking the ocean and decide whether you will hike, sail, swim, kayak or shop. Great place for kids with large grassy area, beach combing, and many kid-friendly activities. Ideal for up to 6 adults and 2 children.


Accommodations: Our cottage features clean, open and bright rooms overlooking the ocean, a fully equipped kitchen and all of the modern amenities to enhance your stay. All the modern amenities: washer, dryer, dishwasher, gas stove, microwave, satellite TV, DVD, high speed internet (wifi), and heat. Great for boaters with both dock and mooring access.

Nearby Activities: Walk just a few minutes to hiking trails, or drive (or take a free bus) around Mt. Dessert Island where you can stop to hike up mountains, swim in lakes, view the rocky coast, or visit Thunder Hole. You can hike (or drive) up Cadillac Mountain, the highest mountain in Acadia National park,which is one of dozens of mountains to climb. From here you can look down to Bar Harbor and the Porcupine Islands, the Cranberry Islands, and much of Mt. Desert Island

Property manager

Ben Foote

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Unit size: 2,040 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Oceanfront Cottage w/ Dock Mooring Walking Distance to Acadia
Oceanfront w Dock Mooring Wal
Oceanfront Cottage w/ Dock Mooring Walking Distance to Acadia

About the neighborhood

Map
ME, Southwest Harbor

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 25 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Jordan Pond - 39 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Cottage w/ Dock & Mooring - walking distance to Acadia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Cottage w/ Dock & Mooring - walking distance to Acadia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Cottage w/ Dock & Mooring - walking distance to Acadia?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Cottage w/ Dock & Mooring - walking distance to Acadia located?

This family-friendly Southwest Harbor cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound. Acadia National Park is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

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Oceanfront Cottage w/ Dock & Mooring - walking distance to Acadia Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Lovely location and cottage - as good as billed. Would strongly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

We had another wonderful vacation while staying at Caleb's Cottage in Southwest Harbor. The cottage is clean and comfortable, and the location is amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

I absolutely loved our stay at Caleb’s Cottage! The location was perfect for our trip. The house and surrounding area were beautiful. I loved sitting on the porch relaxing as the sun went down. Water pressure was fantastic and the showers were nice and hot. The host was super responsive. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Everything was easy to find within the cottage. Extremely clean. The family history is intriguing. Beautiful land
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Clean, plenty of room, comfortable and well situated with a nice view! We would stay there again …
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Cabin on steroids - new, clean, but maintains the feel of an old seaside summer cabin. Sitting on the deck, sipping a beverage, watching the tide go in and out - just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Our family enjoyed a wonderful stay at Caleb's Cottage. A short drive to Bar Harbor, and a very serene setting. The cottage was clean and well appointed. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your family cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10

Most beautiful location. Loved having access to the dock. The house has everything you need especially lots of kid friendly toys and games. The beds are very soft, so if you like a firmer bed, you need to know!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

This was our 2nd time visiting Caleb's Cottage and the 2nd time that our family loved out stay. Our sons *(7 & 2) loved having access to the water using the dock and kayak's that we had rented. The house is very comfortable and has allowed our family to create wonderful memories. Being so close to Flying Mountain, the Causeway Club and the new Mini Golf course made the week even better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Our family really enjoyed staying at Caleb's Cottage. It was comfortable, spacious, and had all the comforts of home. The view from the lovely front porch is beautiful and we loved drinking our coffee in the morning and gathering there to relax after our day exploring Acadia National Park. As seniors we were able to walk from the cottage to "Flying Mountain" where we hiked to the top and back. This property is only about a 20-minute drive to Bar Harbor and other scenic spots in Acadia National Park. We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

This was our first visit to Caleb's Cottage and we were so thrilled to pull up and see the house we had hoped for was really ours for a few days! The bedrooms were comfortable, the kitchen was well furnished as was the laundry room. Sitting on the porch with a mug of coffee was the best! So close to Acadia- some trails within walking distance. We love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Everything was great. Such a warm and homey feel. The only downside is the front steps are very slippery in the morning. Warn others to be careful as I slipped and fell down the steps
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

This is our 3rd time staying here. Our family loves it! Looking out at the cove is so beautiful and peaceful. We hike, we rent a kayak for the week, we go to Echo Lake, we enjoy dinner at the Little Fern restaurant at the Clairmont Hotel. We played 9 holes of golf this year at the club down the street. Lots of hiking within walking distance from the cottage. The cottage is very clean and the kitchen is stocked with everything you need. The pictures are exactly how the cottage looks - beautiful. Ben is great and responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

The cottage was very well stocked- all the comforts of home. Southwest Harbor is a great, quiet area, but with 5-6 very good reasonably priced restaurants and excellent local seafood, including Beal's Lobster Pier- a must for lobster lovers. Practically walk to Flying Mountain in Acadia National Park, and a great hike! Also great lake swimming at Echo Lake (in Acadia). Only negatives- Bar Harbor is a solid 25 minute drive each way (this was July, with some traffic), the house had a great cabin type feel, lots of knotty pine, but it did creak quite a bit when you walked around. Otherwise, a million dollar view of the cove and a great experience!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Our three generation "family" spent a wonderful week at Caleb's Cottage. The cabin is spacious and the amenities were more than we expected - linens, towels, laundry, dishes, spices, games, small appliances, you name it, it was there. Loved enjoying our morning tea/coffee on the front porch. The cabin was spotlessly clean upon arrival. We all got to do something special during our stay and we did all the activities together - hiking, biking, kayaking, car museum. logging show, boat trip around island, magic show, sea glass hunting, miniature golfing, shopping, and the list goes on. Was wonderful to spend time enjoying the view and spend time with the "family".
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

This was a beautiful, sparkly clean, well stocked home- linens and dishes, pots and pans (our adult children baked and cooked great meals) dishwasher, washer and dryer, good books, games, sundries were all provided. There were open shelves and large airy spaces and lots of windows, which made the house even nicer. We enjoyed home-made cinnamon buns on the porch one sunny morning. There was a dock and a view of the water that was peaceful and quintessentially Maine. The only reason that this is not a 5 is that it was a little tricky to find, (no one's GPS got it right) and the road is a bit narrow and dark at night; I was concerned when our children were arriving late in the evening. And, although part of our group hiked directly from the house onto great trails, the villagers among us needed to get into a car to visit a town. Also, through no fault of our gracious host, the internet was spotty at best, and sometimes did not work at all. Because we were 6 adults (some were working remotely), we tended to overload the demand. But this is a fabulous home, and we all felt grateful that we got to experience Acadia while staying here. Acadia, by the way, is also a great destination!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

My wife and I, along with another couple, stayed at Calebs Cottage for a week. Everything about the stay was wonderful. The view overlooking the water from the porch and lawn is incredible. We had a great time grilling out in the lawn, eating at the picnic table, and watching a seal from the Adirondack chairs. We even saw a deer walk through the yard one day!The cottage itself is beautiful; fairly new, and well maintained. The bedrooms are all plenty big. The kitchen has everything you'd need to cook meals as if you were at home. The appliances, bedding, and furniture are all top notch. A small but nice flat screen TV is provided with Direct TV. Internet is also available over wifi in the cottage.The location is excellent. We appreciated staying in Southwest Harbor, the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island. It is a 25 minute drive to downtown Bar Harbor, but we didn't find that to be a problem for us. There is a full service grocery store within walking distance, and a nice town center with a few great restaurants and shops within a few miles. Also within walking distance is a piece of Acadia National Park with a number of hiking trails that provided excellent views.The owner was extremely helpful and has done a great job making sure everything is in order for renters. It was professionally cleaned and prepared (beds made, linens set out etc) prior to our arrival.Overall, this place is a real gem and we highly recommend it! If and when our vacation plans bring us back to Acadia in the future, we will definitely stay at Calebs Cottage.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Immediately fell in love with this cottage. Location, location, location! This beautiful house was situated in just the area right for us and what we were looking for. Saw a lot of the area during our stay, all very nice, but I couldn't imagine having stayed anywhere else. What a relaxing retreat to come back to after our hikes; to sit on the porch, play in the yard, to hang out on the dock...we felt simply at peace. A fully stocked kitchen, comfy beds, linens and towels, and a provided for laundry room, fans, and so much more-so convenient to have and not have brought from home-we didn't have another inch of space in the car if we had needed to bring any of the things already provided...thank you! Excellent communication with Ben, who provided local info and suggestions, in paper and email form, both useful and appreciated, and who responded promptly to all questions we had. Enjoyed so many hikes in Acadia, shops, restaurants, and whale watching in Bar Harbor, a trip to Bass Harbor, and Beal's in Southwest Harbor. My highlights: sunrise on Cadillac Mountain, a very early, quiet morning on Sand Beach, sitting on the rocks along Ocean Path while taking in the beautiful views, watching the stars while sitting on the dock at the cottage, fulfilling my dream of roadside lobster at Charlotte's, having my first popover at Jordan's Pond House, and discovering Maine blueberries at Jordan's Restaurant and Cottage Street Bakery and Restaurant! This cottage and its location and all of the surrounding areas was all I'd dream my Maine vacation would be; my first and certainly not my last. Thank you Ben and the Foote family!

10/10

Great vacation location for scenic views, hiking, close to restaurants. Overall outstanding!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

This was our first time to Maine and Acadia, it is difficult to select lodging on line. We were very pleased. The house was spacious and comfortable and had everything that we needed. We were also pleased that the location was near so many of the attractions we wanted to see, but far enough away that it was peaceful and relaxing when we returned to the house. I will definitely miss drinking my morning tea on that beautiful porch watching the birds and seals in the bay. We definitely plan on returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

We had another great stay at Caleb's Cottage. The accommodations are comfortable and the location is fantastic - allows us to enjoy both Acadia and Southwest Harbor. We love that it is walking distance to Flying Mountain!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

We had a great time at Caleb’s cottage and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

This is our second time staying at Caleb's Cottage. The cottage is clean and comfortable. The view and location is amazing! My husband and I and our three teenage children all enjoyed our vacation - the close proximity to Southwest Harbor, ANP, and Flying Mountain!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

This is the 2nd time we stayed at Caleb's Cottage. The 1st time was last fall for a few days. This time we stayed for a week with family. The week was so wonderful that we plan to return next June. The cottage is lovely and has everything you need. The kitchen is the best equipped kitchen of any rental I have booked in the past. The view is amazing and just like the pictures online. It is a very peaceful area. We rented a double kayak for the week which I would highly recommend. Ben is wonderful to work with. Thanks for sharing your cottage with us again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022