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Historic Oceanfront Home with private dock and boat house. Walkable to town.

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Consider a stay at Historic Oceanfront Home with private dock and boat house. Walkable to town. and take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Historic Oceanfront Home with private dock and boat house. Walkable to town.

  • Historic Harbormaster’s House on the Great Harbor

    Step into coastal Maine history at the beautifully restored Harbormaster’s House, originally built in 1888 and thoughtfully renovated in 1989. Located on picturesque Clark Point Road, this year-round residence offers sweeping views of the Great Harbor and a front-row seat to the ever-changing marine activity — from lobster boats to sailboats gliding by.

    Inside, the home combines modern comfort with classic charm:

    3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms

    Spacious open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area

    Two laundry rooms for added convenience

    Second-floor office/sitting room with harbor views

    Harborside decks perfect for morning coffee or sunset cocktails

    Large basement with ping-pong table for indoor fun

    The main floor primary suite features an ADA-compliant bathroom and a private screened porch — ideal for relaxing with a book or enjoying cool sea breezes.

    A one-car attached garage offers direct entry to the home. Outside, meander through lush perennial gardens down a quiet path to the shore, where a private beach and dock invite you to launch kayaks, cast a line, or simply watch the tide roll in.

    New in 2024: A spacious deck and cozy boathouse at the water’s edge — your perfect, sheltered hangout with comfortable seating and stunning views. End your evening stargazing from the Adirondack chairs on the dock — the night sky here is unforgettable.

    Just five houses from the Southwest Harbor Town Dock, and a short 10-minute walk to Beal’s Lobster Pound and downtown Southwest Harbor, with its charming shops, restaurants, historic inns, and museum — this home is perfectly positioned for your Acadia National Park adventures.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Strip any used beds

Take out the rubbish

Return the keys

We hope you enjoyed your stay at the Harbormaster’s House! Our cleaners would really appreciate any help getting laundry and towels to the washing machines. Hope to see you again next year—until then…

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Southwest Harbor travel guide
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • A calm lake with tall grasses in the foreground, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a mountain in the background.
    Acadia National Park
    3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • A large whale swimming in the ocean.
    Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    20 min drive - 29.0 km
  • A coastal landscape with dense forests, rocky terrain, and a view of the ocean.
    Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    22 min drive - 26.9 km
  • A mountainous landscape at sunset with photographers capturing the scene.
    Cadillac Mountain
    32 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Jordan Pond House
    30 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • Thurston's Lobster Pound
    9 min drive
  • Beal's Lobster Pier
    8 min walk
  • Archie’s Lobster
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Oceanfront Home with private dock and boat house. Walkable to town. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Oceanfront Home with private dock and boat house. Walkable to town.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Oceanfront Home with private dock and boat house. Walkable to town.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Oceanfront Home with private dock and boat house. Walkable to town.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Oceanfront Home with private dock and boat house. Walkable to town. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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