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Explore 100 holiday rentals in Southwest Harbor

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Southwest Harbor holiday rentals start at $157 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
40 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
100 of Southwest Harbor holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Southwest Harbor rentals

4.9 Average rating
Southwest Harbor stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated apartment rentals in Southwest Harbor
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Nest:a place of rest, retreat, or lodging
The NEST is located in a small community on the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island, home of Acadia National Park. This beautiful, light filled, fully equipped apartment is available year round for guests. With it's own private entrance and sliding door to an east facing 2nd story deck, it has views of the mountains and clear night skies. Located on a small "farmette". Easy access to the beach, hiking trails and restaurants. This apartment is a perfect retreat for the off-season. (Read on)
LocationFamilyQuiet
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews
Acadia 3 bedroom secluded and wooded, yet in town!
Our Veranda 2nd floor apartment is located on a family compound of 8 acres, just a 5 minute walk into the heart of downtown Southwest Harbor. We are a 5 minute drive to an Acadia Park entrance, and 20 min drive to Bar Harbor. Close to restaurants, family activities, Echo Lake for swimming, and public transport. You’ll love our place because of the views over our wild blueberry patch, mountains, high ceilings and coziness. Good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families
FamilyLocationAir conditioning
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews
“Low Tide” studio *
This unique place has a style all its own. It’s an open concept studio for two on the “quietside” of Mount Desert Island. This cozy, newly constructed nook is the perfect place to rest your head after exploring all our island has to offer! Note, there is no oven or cooktop. Your kitchenette will provide a sink, refrigerator, toaster, microwave and coffee maker. Your studio is the downstairs to the owners apartment, both with their own entrance and shares a driveway with my other rental.
LocationFamilyNearby
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 172 reviews
Artist Studio in Acadia, 5 minute walk into town!
The Artist Studio is just a 5 minute walk into the heart of downtown Southwest Harbor. We are a 5 minute drive to an Acadia Park entrance, a 20 min drive to Bar Harbor. Close to restaurants, Echo Lake for swimming, and a 5 minute walk to the Clark Point Town Dock for ferry boat rides to explore the islands! You’ll love my place because of the comfy beds, the high ceilings, the modern kitchen and island. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families.
ValueFamilyHospitality
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 197 reviews
"Yellow Door”
The Yellow Door | A Quietside Retreat Skip the Bar Harbor traffic and settle into the "Quietside" of the island. Yellow Door is a high-end, 2-bedroom apartment in Southwest Harbor, designed and built by one of the area's most respected local builders. It’s got that clean, custom craftsmanship that feels less like a rental and more like a home. The Layout: Bedroom 1: 1 King Bed Bedroom 2: 1 Queen Bed Bath: 1 Full Bath The Vibe: Exquisitely decorated with a focus on local design.
FamilyLocationHospitality
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
On the water. Walk to Southwest Harbor
If you want to be near the action of an active and interesting harbor, this is the place for you. You will have a front row seat to spectacular morning sunrises over the harbor, the comings and goings of the fishermen and the many boats docked at the marina and anchored in the harbor. This spacious four bedroom, two and a half bath home is located at the Great Harbor Marina just half a mile from downtown Southwest Harbor. Walk to restaurants, art galleries, specialty shops and more.
ValueLocationAccuracy
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews
MDI quiet side adorable 1 bedroom + loft apartment
Bass Harbor upstairs apartment on the quiet side of Mt Desert Island, 5 min from Bass Harbor Lighthouse, Ship Harbor and Wonderland trailheads, Swan's Island Ferry, and Southwest Harbor. One bedroom with queen, loft with 2 twin beds, full bath, kitchen, laundry, dining table, sofa, and TV with wifi connection. Lobster pounds and local restaurants nearby. Echo Lake Beach, Acadia Mt and Flying Mt trailheads are 10 min away. Approximately 30 minutes to Bar Harbor and Northeast Harbor.
FamilyValueCheckout
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
Sea Breeze
This is a two bedroom and one and a half bath upstairs apartment. It is located in the center of downtown Southwest Harbor. Surrounded by restaurants, boutiques and art galleries. Walk downstairs to enjoy all Southwest Harbor has to offer. The apartment is walking distance to a working waterfront harbor where you can watch the fishing boats come and go. Mount Desert Island is surrounded by Acadia National Park all within a short drive from the apartment. No Cleaning Fee!!!
ValueLocationNearby
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 325 reviews
The Bird's Nest
The Bird's Nest is an elevated efficiency apartment with views of Somes Sound, Southwest Harbor, and the mountains of Acadia. There is a small efficiency kitchen and a sunny second floor deck to enjoy the view while having a peaceful breakfast or evening meal. While the property is secluded and private, we do have our own private wooded trail that drops right into town, where you can enjoy Southwest Harbor's restaurants and shops, or catch the free Island Explorer bus.
LocationFamilyTV
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews
Oceanview in Southwest Harbor
Enjoy a harbor ocean view right from the comfort of home. Admire the ships as they come and go and take in the beautiful sunsets right from your patio. An oceanfront property located in a peaceful neighborhood. Has beach access right from your front door. Within walking distance to downtown Southwest Harbor shops and restaurant's. Less than a 5 minute drive to Acadia National Park walking/hiking trails and beaches. A great place to relax after a day in the park.
LocationFamilyGetting around
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Duck Cove Apartment
Enjoy salty sea air when you stay at this vacation rental apartment in Bernard, Maine! Bring along your own kayaks to take advantage of the waterfront property. Just a few miles from Acadia National Park and a 20-minute drive to Bar Harbor , the space allows you and your favorite travel companions to explore the beautiful surroundings with ease! It doesn't get any better than beautiful ocean views, direct water access, and the best lobster in the country;
FamilyValueKitchen
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews
Top Floor Condo + Ocean Views [Admirals Quarters]
Admiral's Quarters was recently completely renovated in 2023 throughout the condo! This Top Floor Unit sits at the 5th floor and has a deck and view of the Harbor and Atlantic Ocean! Guests can easily walk right into downtown Southwest Harbor from the building to explore the area Location Distances: -4min Drive to Bass Harbor -6min Drive to Echo Lake Beach -18min Drive to Acadia National Park [Hulls Cove Entrance] -20min Drive to Downtown Bar Harbor
LocationValueKitchen
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviewsPopular amenities for Southwest Harbor apartment rentals
Weekly apartment rentals

Lighthouse Retreat, 200 ft from Acadia Nat'l Park!
LocationFamilyAccess
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews
Flower Farm Loft
FamilyLocationNearby
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 346 reviews
Echo Woods Loft with view of Acadia Mountain
ValueFamilyAir conditioning
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews
Peaceful Coastal Oasis
FamilyLocationLaundry
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Bar Harbor Condos - Apt C
FamilyLocationHiking
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews
Harbor Views - powered by the Sun
LocationValueHiking
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
Coastal Studio in Ellsworth
ValueLocationLayout
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 344 reviews
Hummingbird Suite, Super Clean! 1 mile to Acadia
FamilyValueOutdoor spaces
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviewsPrivate apartment rentals

Harbor View Studio
LocationQuietWalkability
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
Seaview in Acadia National Park
ValueLocationCleanliness
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews
Flying Mountain Apartment - Walk to Acadia Trails!
FamilyLocationComfort
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews
Candlemas Bay Apartment
LocationValueView
4.54 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews
Hideaway on Main Street, Northeast Harbor
LocationHospitalityAccuracy
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews
Bluebird’s Oceanfront Perch
LocationFamilyBarbecue
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews
Osprey Nest: Elevated ocean views, walk to town
FamilyLocationHospitality
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 51 reviews
Apple Blossom Cottage - Cozy Romantic Escape
LocationFamilySleep quality
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviewsApartment rentals with a hot tub

6 Lovely 1Br Acadia Apartment Open Hearth Inn
ValueLocationBreakfast
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews
Lakeside Studio with hot tub, kayaks and canoe
LocationFamilyIndoor spaces
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 368 reviews
Eagles Nest - Oceanviews/Sunsets/Brkfast
FamilyLocationCleanliness
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
Marsh Stream Hideaway
LocationFamilyDecor
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 73 reviews
new Urban Condo w/hottub Near Acadia 10min2DT
ValueLocationView
4.6 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews
Holiday at Harbor Ridge

16 Apartment near Acadia Open Hearth Inn
LocationValueView
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews
19 Acadia Lodge Sleeps 4 Open Hearth Inn
ValueFamilyOutdoor spaces
4.73 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviewsWhen is the best time to visit Southwest Harbor?
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- The Camden Snow Bowl
- University of Maine
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