On Beautiful Mount Desert Island
About this house rental
Situated in Southwest Harbor, this charming house for $266 per night is a great option for your next vacation. During peak season the house is rented weekly only. Friday to Friday. Peak season being mid June to mid September. Newman Cottage is a three bedroom, one bath home located in Southwest Harbor Maine, on the “Quiet Side” of Mount Desert Island. This home is the perfect choice for the budget-minded traveler who does not wish to sacrifice comfort over expense. The kitchen is fully appliance and is adjacent to the dining room, seating up to 8. The spacious living room allows for socializing or TV watching at the end of a busy day. The house sleeps six people, having two queens and two twins. All sheets and towels are provided. Newman Cottage holds a right of way to the Manset Shore. Just a short five minute walk to the beach. Seawall picnic area and Bass Harbor Lighthouse are just minutes away as well. Southwest Harbor has bike/kayak/boat rentals, sailing, golfing, shopping, restaurants, groceries, drug store, and playground. Easy access to several lakes, biking and hiking trails. Close to Acadia National Park Activities. Only 20 minutes from Bar Harbor. See Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Hole, Jordan Pond House, or Park Loop Road. Go whale watching, or take a ferry to Swan's Island or Islesford. Our property is NON-smoking. Appliances Refrigerator-gas range Washer-dryer-dishwasher Microwave-coffee maker Toaster-radio No telephone Amenities Outdoor seating Fire pit Flat screen TV w/DVD Older TV w/VCR, WiFi House fans bed rail, high chair and pack-n-play Permissions/restrictions As of July 2021 we are no longer accepting pets Max. Number of occupants: 6
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Southwest Harbor, ME
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(143 Reviews)
5.0
Our family of 5 (kids aged 10, 12, 13) loved our stay at this cottage. We spent days hiking then enjoyed having a big home to relax in each evening. Great outdoor area for the kids and closeby to plenty of activities and hikes. An easy drive to the other side of the island for more hikes. Great hosts, exceptional pricepoint for MDI. THANK YOU.
5.0
My family and I loved our stay in this little cottage. It had everything we needed for to get away for a few days. We found several great hikes nearby, and it was only half an hour over to all the popular hikes near Bar Harbor. We highly recommend the Ship Harbor hike nearby.
5.0
Charming and clean home for our base camp to explore Acadia National Park and MDI. So glad we chose to stay on the quite Side of the island.
5.0
One of the best rentals we have stayed in
5.0
We loved this cozy gem on the “quiet side of the island”. It was very easy to get to all of the places we wanted to go and was quiet while being close enough to groceries, a museum, trails and restaurants. The home is older with a wonderful personality as it spoke to us with the floorboard and door squeaks. Each room had comfortable mattresses and a fan for the warmer nights. Each night we walked down to the shore to take in the sunset, a wonderful way to end the day. The owners were wonderful and helped us with an overnight package we needed. If you want to explore Acadia this is a perfect spot to stay.
5.0
We love this warm home that Joe and Bobbi have made for anyone who wants to enjoy the beauty of this island. It's a great place to go for a time away.
4.0
Thought not fancy, it was very comfortable and we had everything we needed to relax and unwind after a day of hiking.
5.0
The Newman Cottage was the perfect jump off place for our week adventures on Mount Desert. We hiked every day, sailed and swam. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed and the floor fans did a decent job cooling the house down. We loved our time here!
5.0
Nice property a short drive from Bar Harbor.
5.0
Spacious and well kept older home with all essential supplies.
5.0
Great place to stay. It really felt like home. Everyone enjoyed staying at this house. Very close to everything. Will try to rent this property for our next vacation. Thank you again for letting us stay at your beautiful home.
4.0
The location of the beautiful cottage is perfect for visiting Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, etc. The beauty is that it is on the quiet side of the island. It’s located near the water (about 6-9 minute walk) and many lobster pounds.
The house is beautifully maintained with all appliances, cookware, and other miscellaneous equipment.
We would love the opportunity to stay again.
5.0
Had a nice stay here
5.0
This property is located in a quiet part of town. The house was exactly what we needed after hiking and biking. It was VERY clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking.
5.0
We loved staying here. The house was great for our family, kitchen stocked with everything we needed. It was off season, but a few places nearby were open for food. Wonderful base for exploring Acadia.
5.0
We enjoyed the clean, cozy, comfortable, well-equipped house. Our kids had fun playing in the yard and enjoyed the movies and games. The beach access was fun to explore.
5.0
Fantastic family atmosphere! This cozy cottage was exactly what we were hoping for. Our teens loved the gorgeous scenery hiking in Acadia, but couldn't wait to come back to the cottage after our adventures and even asked to just hang out there and play games the last afternoon. The owners went above and beyond to ensure a great visit, even helping us with car problems. They were quick to respond to communications and gave helpful information and advice. The kitchen was neat and tidy and well-stocked, and everything was clean. We loved the porch and the beach access and the pellet stove. Would absolutely stay again!
5.0
Property is well-appointed and comfortable in a quiet area near Seawall (great for nighttime stargazing). Cleanliness was excellent. The Wi-Fi password didn’t seem to work, but we really didn’t need to use it; T-mobile cell service was poor to nonexistent, but we could get some bars using Verizon. We would rent this property again for vacationing near Acadia; Bar Harbor is 25-30 minutes away, and park attractions were accessible. —Kitchen has a good set of pots, bowls and utensils for cooking, and dishes and glasses and mugs for dining. All in all, well run, clean, and a nice rental!
5.0
Enjoyed our stay and loved the deer in the backyard every night. The house had everything we needed and was decorated very nicely.
5.0
We loved staying here! Great location close to Acadia. We really enjoyed being away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor. Southwest Harbor is the perfect little town. Close to a ton of trails too. We saw deer through the window every night. Kitchen was well equipped and the beds were all comfortable. We would love to stay here again.
5.0
The house was clean and comfortable - the location was ideal for a quiet trip to Acadia. Loved the close location to a small town, coastline, trails, and a delicious lobster pound!
5.0
Fantastic family atmosphere! This cozy cottage was exactly what we were hoping for. Our teens loved the gorgeous scenery hiking in Acadia, but couldn't wait to come back to the cottage after our adventures and even asked to just hang out there and play games the last afternoon. The owners went above and beyond to ensure a great visit, even helping us with car problems. They were quick to respond to communications and gave helpful information and advice. The kitchen was neat and tidy and well-stocked, and everything was clean. We loved the porch and the beach access and the pellet stove. Would absolutely stay again!
4.0
Comfortable home. Great location, comfortable home. Had some issues with coffee maker. Wi- fi info different from what is via e mail r/t check in.
5.0
Great location on west side of island.
Plenty of room and we’ll equipped.
4.0
Quaint old home
5.0
We wanted for nothing, we had everything we needed and more. The owners thought of everything, we enjoyed playing cornhole, all of our questions were answered promptly. We had more than enough room for our family and friends. We were close to everything we wanted to do but not to close. We are looking forward to our next visit.
5.0
We loved our stay here! So close to many great destinations but loved being in the quiet side of the island. The house had everything we needed and more. Would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Perfect cottage in Maine!
The house couldn’t be cuter inside! The details and care put in by the property manager were so thoughtful. It felt like home as soon as we stepped inside!! The house was perfect for family meals and so full of cottage charm in every corner. Loved our stay!!
5.0
Return visit
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Newman Cottage again! The one improvement would be a more consistent/reliable WiFi, we were unable to perform some work that needed to be completed. We look forward to returning!
5.0
The Perfect Spot
Spent a long weekend at this fabulous property. Very clean and well-maintained, it was everything we were looking for. Not far from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, set on a quiet road, this is the perfect place to relax and get a good night’s sleep after a full day. We even had a deer visit us in the yard. Can’t wait to go back. Don’t hesitate to book this gem - you won’t regret it!
5.0
The house was perfect for our stay. We had never been to Maine and the older house was just the right vibe for this area. It was clean and I loved the path down to the beach. Thanks for letting us stay.
5.0
Everything you need for a great stay on the MDI. Clean and confortable. The only thing with a negative note: the WIFI was not working.
5.0
Wonderful house!
The house was perfect for our stay. We had never been to Maine and the older house was just the right vibe for this area. It was clean and I loved the path down to the beach. Thanks for letting us stay.
5.0
Great place on the quiet site of the island.
Everything you need for a great stay on the MDI. Clean and confortable. The only thing with a negative note: the WIFI was not working.
5.0
House was perfect for our small group - an adult and two 17 year olds. After being together hiking all day it was nice to have our separate spaces. House was just as described. Well equipped, clean, and clear instructions on usage of t.v.s and pellet stove. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
5.0
Delightful house and great location
House was perfect for our small group - an adult and two 17 year olds. After being together hiking all day it was nice to have our separate spaces. House was just as described. Well equipped, clean, and clear instructions on usage of t.v.s and pellet stove. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
5.0
The house is kids freely, super clean, and quiet. The wifi signal is strong, kitchen is fully-stocked, and an excellent location if you're visiting Acadia National Park.
5.0
Highly recommended!
The house is kids freely, super clean, and quiet. The wifi signal is strong, kitchen is fully-stocked, and an excellent location if you're visiting Acadia National Park.
4.0
There were many nice things about this property. It was an older home, but well cared for. We had a problem with Netflix sign-in and they really couldn't help us. Location is good as long as you understand it is on the Southeast Harbor side, not the main Acadia National Park side. But we enjoyed the sights of that area, especially Ships Harbor hike, and also Charlotte's Lobster Pound, within walking distance!
5.0
We enjoyed our time at the cottage. The location was perfect for easy access to the park and surrounding areas. The cottage had everything we needed. I wish we had more time here!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Southwest Harbor?
The average price for a rental in Southwest Harbor is $453 per night. This rental is $187 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at On Beautiful Mount Desert Island. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is On Beautiful Mount Desert Island pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at On Beautiful Mount Desert Island?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and dishwasher.
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