Romantic getaway for two with full kitchen - near lakes & parks
About this apartment rental
Manset Grotto Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Enjoy this adorable studio cottage, just steps from the water, featuring a number of modern amenities including a full kitchen, flatscreen TV, cable, and free WiFi. The open floor plan and kitchen with a breakfast bar is perfect for entertaining your loved one while cooking a delicious meal and watching your favorite movie or show! What's nearby: Don't miss an opportunity visit to Acadia National Park, just a couple miles away, for plenty of trail hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, and boating on the lakes. The parks programs offer ranger-led nature hikes and wildlife viewing, or you can just hit the beaches in the summer. And just 16 miles from this rental is the charming town of Bar Harbor with a variety of tourist activities to enjoy. Things to know: Free WiFi Full kitchen This studio can also be rented with Back from the Ashes, a separate, four-bedroom cottage. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle. Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
TV
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Reasons to book
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Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
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Reviews
3.7/5.0
Good(16 Reviews)
4.0
Small space, bed is comfortable, kitchen is clean, you may hear your neighbours, location and parking are great
4.0
Room wasn’t cleaned when we arrived. Reimbursed us for dinner while it was cleaned. Ate at Peter Trouts in walking distance. Great meal. Room was nice and walking around the harbor. Great location
4.0
nice clean and had all the kitchen utensils. bathroom door only opens about 18"
3.0
House was clean.
Dedicated parking spot.
Close to town.
Close to Arcadia.
1.0
The unit wasn't very clean. Half eaten dessert in microwave, curly hairs in the bathroom sink,(many!) the beding was dirty (obvious that it hasn't been changed since the last person had slept in it, the bed was horrible and worn out. There is no view and it's hard to find. The only thing I enjoyed about it was the proximity to a cool pub. I could drink enough to go back to bed. Way overpriced and while trying to contact the management company, no one would pick up phone or return calls. I have them an opportunity to correct the issues, but they apparently have no pride in their work. Will never stay there again! Someone is making a lot of money by pulling the will over people's eyes with false advertising. I've started in Los of places and have never been so upset over the lack of customer service.
2.0
Cleanliness: Feet were filthy after walking around. As the temperature increased so did the smell behind the fridge. Check in: The lockbox was broken. Had to hunt for the key. Listing: A wish list on their part. No view. No romantic area anywhere. The apartment was on the backside of what may have been a storage building. The view was of a gravel parking area & another warehouse. Communication: There was to be a local manager. Trying to get in touch with him was futile. Voice mail box was full & could not leave a message. Contacting the 'home' office about a property they knew nothing about & couldn't help us. We had asked to get a fan as there are only windows on one side...the one with the view of gravel. We were told that a fan was not listed as one of the allotted amenities. I asked where was the view as it was listed as an amenities? They hung up on me. Location: The building was on the quiet side of the island but it was on the backside of an old commercial building.
Overall: I would never stay there again. The inside was cute. The outside was a joke. Move on to another listing.
3.0
The images of this property are beautiful...and a bit deceiving. That said, we only slept there, so it was okay, and relatively convenient to town.
When we entered the driveway, we passed a dumpster that was overflowing with rubbish. As we made our way to the unit, the lawn area was unkempt, and there were two pillow cases over two shrubs. With the cleaning fees and the booking fees, I expected a bit more. The place was clean, but definitely in need of some maintenance.
Won't be staying there again.
4.0
This is a nice, quiet, cozy place a short walk to the water in Southwest Harbor. This is the quiet side of Mount Desert Island, and the quiet end of Southwest Harbor. Yet only 20 minutes from the Acadia Loop road and all the attractions of the East side. Everything was clean and ready to go. Well equipped and fairly comfortable. The only issues were (a) the shower is small, (b) there were a lot of holes in the drywall from pulled-out fixtures in the bathroom, and (c) there were not many dishes and the bowls were broken. Minor issues, but a couple of weekends and a trip to a yard sale and all these issues could be fixed. Overall, though, we had a nice visit and were happy with the grotto.
4.0
This home is all you need for an affordable place to rest while exploring nearby Acadia. The place was very clean, and the kitchen was handy as well. We had to unplug the fridge to get to sleep because of the noise it made, but otherwise really enjoyed our stay here.
4.0
A Nice Acadia Hideaway
This home is all you need for an affordable place to rest while exploring nearby Acadia. The place was very clean, and the kitchen was handy as well. We had to unplug the fridge to get to sleep because of the noise it made, but otherwise really enjoyed our stay here.
5.0
Property was clean and everything worked as described. Great location. Within 30 min of every attraction on Desert Island.
5.0
We had an amazing time during our 3 day stay. The studio was as advertised and very comfortable. We loved how close we were to Bar Harbor and the hiking trails in Acadia.
5.0
Highly recommend
Property was clean and everything worked as described. Great location. Within 30 min of every attraction on Desert Island.
5.0
Great Stay
We had an amazing time during our 3 day stay. The studio was as advertised and very comfortable. We loved how close we were to Bar Harbor and the hiking trails in Acadia.
4.0
We came for a couples getaway. The apartment is behind and below another larger apartment. It's very quiet. However, no view at all! Its across from the ocean but because its behind and connected to another building, you can see nothing. There is no outdoor space to sit and enjoy a view. We did have problems with wifi when we came, but a call to Vacasa quickly fixed that. Very nice customer service. We couldn't seem to get the a/c or heat to kick on. We weren't uncomfortable, so we didn't address it too seriously. The entrance to the bathroom is blocked by the bed. Still able to get in and out, but it's odd. TV is a little janky. But it worked, for the most part. The shower is small, like an RV. Clothing closets are in an exterior hallway, so be sure to wear clothes as you go to get your clothes. Overall, great place to stay if you aren't hanging out at the apartment too much! It's updated cute!
4.0
Cute. But lacking in a couple areas.
We came for a couples getaway. The apartment is behind and below another larger apartment. It's very quiet. However, no view at all! Its across from the ocean but because its behind and connected to another building, you can see nothing. There is no outdoor space to sit and enjoy a view. We did have problems with wifi when we came, but a call to Vacasa quickly fixed that. Very nice customer service. We couldn't seem to get the a/c or heat to kick on. We weren't uncomfortable, so we didn't address it too seriously. The entrance to the bathroom is blocked by the bed. Still able to get in and out, but it's odd. TV is a little janky. But it worked, for the most part. The shower is small, like an RV. Clothing closets are in an exterior hallway, so be sure to wear clothes as you go to get your clothes. Overall, great place to stay if you aren't hanging out at the apartment too much! It's updated cute!
4.0
Good home base for adventures
We loved cooking meals in the well-equipped kitchen. Great location and the studio has all you need for a home base if you’re planning on going on lots of adventures on the island. The only issue we had was that the bathroom needs ventilation - it would get pretty musty smelling after we showered.
3.0
The interior was very clean and the remodeled kitchen was very nice. We had problems with the television, a noisy frig, bathroom sink drainage and shower access. Some furnishings were stained. There were no wall hangings.
3.0
A work in progress
The interior was very clean and the remodeled kitchen was very nice. We had problems with the television, a noisy frig, bathroom sink drainage and shower access. Some furnishings were stained. There were no wall hangings.
5.0
This property was well located and had everything needed to spe nd some peaceful days in front of the Harbor.
5.0
This studio is clean, quiet and well located.
5.0
July 3019
This studio is clean, quiet and well located.
5.0
July 2019
This property was well located and had everything needed to spe nd some peaceful days in front of the Harbor.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Southwest Harbor?
The average price for a rental in Southwest Harbor is £249 per night. This rental is £116 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Romantic getaway for two with full kitchen - near lakes & parks. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Romantic getaway for two with full kitchen - near lakes & parks pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Romantic getaway for two with full kitchen - near lakes & parks?
We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and tv.
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