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A wooden deck with a railing, a rocking chair, and a potted plant. - Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage (Southwest Harbor)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery. - Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage (Southwest Harbor)
A single-story house with a metal roof, two windows, and a small porch. - Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage (Southwest Harbor)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage (Southwest Harbor)
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp. - Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage (Southwest Harbor)
Nestled in the heart of Southwest Harbor, Birds Eye View cottage offers a serene retreat. Panoramic views of nature’s beauty surround this romantic getaway, with Acadia National Park just a 15-minute drive away and restaurants, shops nearby.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen

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About this property

Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage

  • This beautiful, newly renovated cottage provides gorgeous, panoramic views of Southwest Harbor. Birds Eye View cottage is conveniently located just a 10 minute walk away from restaurants, shops, and breathtaking nature trails....all while being removed enough to be a peaceful oasis. Additionally, Acadia National Park is just a 15 minute commute by car. This cottage is a perfect romantic getaway, or vacation spot for a single family.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

About the neighborhood

Southwest Harbor is home to this cottage. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Visit our Southwest Harbor travel guide
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • A calm lake with reflections of trees and a mountain in the background.
    Acadia National Park
    3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • A large whale swimming in the ocean.
    Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    21 min drive - 29.4 km
  • A coastal landscape with dense forests, rocky terrain, and a view of the ocean.
    Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    23 min drive - 27.2 km
  • A mountainous landscape at sunset with photographers capturing the scene.
    Cadillac Mountain
    32 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum
    19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Jordan Pond House
    30 min drive
  • Archie’s Lobster
    4 min drive
  • Milagro's
    2 min drive
  • Circle K
    2 min drive
  • Little Notch Bakery
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage located?

Situated in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Long Pond are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Acadia Birds Eye View Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zuzana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The location was very convenient, just a short drive from Acadia National Park and several charming small towns. The property itself was peaceful and had beautiful views, making it a relaxing place to stay. The only small downside was that the mattress wasn’t as comfortable, and the pillows could have been a bit fuller and more supportive. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Great location and perfect cabin for small family

We had an awesome time at the Bird’s Eye View. It had everything we needed for our stay exploring Acadia, and the bonus view of sunrise over the water in Southwest Harbor was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian H.

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

Wonderful!

Lovely little cottage that has everything you need when you need a clean, well located base camp for your hiking trips. Would definitely vacation here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Hannah C.

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

Beautiful Quiet Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. It was in a beautiful spot with a nice view of the water. And it was in a very peaceful and quiet area. The cottage was perfect for our little family of three.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

And a great deck

to see the sunrise and moon (in September).
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice property with a great location. everything was as advertised in the listing. property manager was accessible and very responsive. we enjoyed sitting on the deck and the adirondack chairs and enjoying the harbor view. short walk into town
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mukund A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage is a cute one meant for just 2 people. Living room & kitchen are together which gives it an appearance of big room. Everything worked fine except the shower which took a long time to give hot water. Something is wrong with it. Also, the shower does not have door and has only curtain. Shower Water leaks thru the curtain on the sides and forms puddle in the bathroom. These things needs to be fixed. Shops & restaurants are close by which is very useful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Great little cottage

Overall we very much enjoyed our stay at this little cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to the park but not in the midst of the throngs, easy to organize biking expeditions on the carriage roads, east blue hill, and cranberry is via nearby Bass Harbor ferry
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The cottage was clean, bright, airy, and surrounded by nature. We looked forward to the sunrise each morning and relaxing with the harbor view. It was an easy walk to town and an easy drive to Acadia. Although we enjoyed Bar Harbor, we were happier to have stayed in a more remote location. It was a wonderful experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is in a wonderful location for having peace, quiet and a great view, but also being very close in driving distance to the National Park. There are several places to eat within easy walking distance. The cottage is very well equipped and had everything we needed for our stay. If we go back to Acadia we would definitely stay here.It was comfortable and communication with the owner was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Peace

Peaceful and nature
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew P.

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

Summer trip

Stay was good. Started out a little hot, but cooled down. Few small things that I already messaged the manager about. Great place to stay. I think we will be back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the little ‘Birdseye View’ cottage!! It was exactly what we were looking for - close to Acadia but not as hectic as Bar Harbor. We could visit Bar Harbor when we wanted and then retreat to our quiet little place to relax. We sat on the little porch looking at the harbor every morning and evening and used the fire pit one night. Super!Southwest Harbor is the close town with cute little stores and a few restaurants - Beal’s Lobster Pier is good and even if you aren’t eating, you can watch the lobster boats come and unload if you are at the right time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The bedroom is not much bigger than the bed. So clothing is hung on hooks and an under bed drawer. The site is terrific and quiet.2 chairs on the deck but no table.Bathroom sink was clogged up and not taken care of. Bedroom overhead light did not work. Manager was good on arrival bringing items that had not been provided. But then was unavailable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025