Seal Harbor

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Seal Harbor which includes a bay or harbour and a small town or village
Join sailboats, lobster boats, yachts and even the harbor’s namesake animals in this picturesque destination on Maine’s Mount Desert Island.

See Maine at its most postcard-perfect in Seal Harbor. Located on the southernmost tip of Mount Desert Island, the town is a popular summer destination for the rich and famous. Despite its lofty associations, it is a quaint and down-to-earth destination that makes all its visitors feel right at home. As you explore the village, look for stunning sights at every turn, from majestic moose to magnificent oceanfront manors.

Play in the surf and sand at Seal Harbor Public Beach. Take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean, collect seashells or enjoy an oceanfront picnic. Admire the variety of boats floating in the harbor.

Take a scenic stroll around Little Long Pond, located just west of the village. Follow the old carriage road path that circles the pond and enjoy views of the mountains and open seas beyond.

Discover Acadia National Park, which surrounds Seal Harbor. The park has over 47,000 acres (19,020 hectares) to explore. Venture into unspoiled woods and along rocky beaches. Scale its craggy granite peaks, including Cadillac Mountain, the highest point on the East Coast. Keep watch for moose, bear, whales and other wildlife.

Visit a variety of gardens in and around Seal Harbor. Make an appointment to tour Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden, a unique East-meets-West style garden. Explore the tumbling flowerbeds and wild woodlands of Thuya Garden overlooking Northeast Harbor. Relax in the serene Asticou Azalea Garden, which features a lily pond and a wealth of blooming azalea plants.

Although Seal Harbor feels like its own little world, it is actually quite accessible. Find it just 8 miles (12.9 kilometers) south of Bar Harbor, the hub of the island. Mount Desert Island is connected to the mainland by a bridge and Bangor International Airport, which serves the area, is about an hour drive inland.

Thanks to its small size and well-maintained paths, you can explore Seal Harbor on foot or by bike. To go farther afield, rely on your car or take an Island Explorer Bus, which stops through all of the island’s villages and Acadia National Park.

Alluring home with full kitchen, furnished patio, washer/dryer & private yard
Alluring home with full kitchen, furnished patio, washer/dryer & private yard
Mount Desert
Stay at this vacation home in Seal Harbor. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Naturalist's Notebook are located ...
6/10 (9 reviews)
Location, location…
"Great location for hiking Acadia NP. Inquired if there was a fire pit, the booking agency said no, but we found out as we were leaving that there was a shared fire pit-disappointed. Stairs to bedrooms were very steep-ok for able adults, but hazardous for children and others. Enjoyed the accommodations ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2023

Alluring home with full kitchen, furnished patio, washer/dryer & private yard
Bright, spacious getaway with full kitchen, furnished porch & WiFi - near trails
Bright, spacious getaway with full kitchen, furnished porch & WiFi - near trails
Mount Desert
Stay at this vacation home in Seal Harbor. Enjoy onsite parking, barbecue grills, and a patio. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Naturalist's Notebook ...
6.8/10 (13 reviews)
STAY AWAY
"NASTY! To start, we missed the house because the exterior did not match the pictures. When we walked up the stairs and were greeted by a rusty razor blade on the handrail. We then went to enter the code that was sent, and it was not correct! We had to go back to town (remember, there’s no service) ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2023

Bright, spacious getaway with full kitchen, furnished porch & WiFi - near trails
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
3 out of 5
119 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this beach hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice hotel, needs a little tlc to the inside of hallways and rooms. Very good breakfast and a fabulous lady who’s there to help in the morning."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Alluring home with full kitchen, furnished patio, washer/dryer & private yard
Alluring home with full kitchen, furnished patio, washer/dryer & private yard
Mount Desert
Stay at this vacation home in Seal Harbor. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Naturalist's Notebook are located ...
6/10 (9 reviews)
Location, location…
"Great location for hiking Acadia NP. Inquired if there was a fire pit, the booking agency said no, but we found out as we were leaving that there was a shared fire pit-disappointed. Stairs to bedrooms were very steep-ok for able adults, but hazardous for children and others. Enjoyed the accommodations ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2023

Alluring home with full kitchen, furnished patio, washer/dryer & private yard
2 BR Apt WALKABLE to Jordan Pond inside Acadia National Park! [Acadia Outpost]
2 BR Apt WALKABLE to Jordan Pond inside Acadia National Park! [Acadia Outpost]
Bar Harbor
Stay at this apartment in Seal Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a Smart TV. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Naturalist's Notebook are ...
2 BR Apt WALKABLE to Jordan Pond inside Acadia National Park! [Acadia Outpost]
Bright, spacious getaway with full kitchen, furnished porch & WiFi - near trails
Bright, spacious getaway with full kitchen, furnished porch & WiFi - near trails
Mount Desert
Stay at this vacation home in Seal Harbor. Enjoy onsite parking, barbecue grills, and a patio. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Naturalist's Notebook ...
6.8/10 (13 reviews)
STAY AWAY
"NASTY! To start, we missed the house because the exterior did not match the pictures. When we walked up the stairs and were greeted by a rusty razor blade on the handrail. We then went to enter the code that was sent, and it was not correct! We had to go back to town (remember, there’s no service) ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2023

Bright, spacious getaway with full kitchen, furnished porch & WiFi - near trails
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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