Cozy cottage on quiet tidal bay with kayak and rowboat access

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Tremont, ME

Acadia National Park11 min walk
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse6 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center23 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)26 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Be sure to watch the video at the end of the photo gallery to see the true setting of the Tides Cottage. The Tides Cottage is waterfront gem located 3 miles to down town Southwest Harbor on the quiet side of MDI. There are several entrances to Acadia nearby, Seawall, Wonderland and Ship Harbor to name a few. Our Cottage has a heat pump providing electric heat or cooling on those hotter days. There is a wood burning stove and wood is provided. The vaulted ceilings, white washed pine walls and a glass front make the living area very spacious, and the perfect place to watch the changing of the tides. Towels and bedding are provided for the 2 bedrooms and sleep sofa. We are on the western side of Mount Desert Island, home of Acadia National Park. There is a shared dock with two other cottages, row boat, and kayak at the water's edge for use of our guests. Tides has a gas grill, picnic table and hammock for outside relaxing. The waterfront is tidal, so be sure to plan your kayaking around the tides. Swimming is best at area beaches only 1 - 6 miles from Tides. Back Beach is an oceanfront pebble beach, great for exploring what the sea left behind, and Thurston's Wharf ,a restaurant out over the harbor, are within a mile from the cottage. All of Acadia is just a few minutes away from this peaceful spot and the call of the loon is a memory you won't soon forget. Take in all the sights and sounds of Acadia National Park. Explore the natural beauty and adventure on your own or join in one of the many Ranger talks and guided tours. Take a carriage ride or bike Cadillac Mountain. Relax on the deck or in the hammock.
Bike Acadia!: Enjoy all of the activities of Mt. Desert Island - Hiking, fishing , bicycling on carriage roads, kayaking on lakes and ocean, visiting museums and a lighthouse, whale watching, shopping, dining at lobster pounds and restaurants, sailing, and riding ferries to outer islands. Visit Bar Harbor and watch a world class cruise ships come in to Frenchman Bay.

Property manager

Stacy Just

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Water view

Sea view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Pet Policy must be signed. One dog only. No cats.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside the buildings

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

On-site 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 11 min walk
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 5 min drive
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 6 min drive
Echo Lake Beach - 11 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 23 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

Tan Turtle Tavern - 27 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 8 min drive
Thurston's Lobster Pound - 4 min drive
Colonel's Restaurant - 25 min drive
Hansen's Outpost - 18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage on quiet tidal bay with kayak and rowboat access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage on quiet tidal bay with kayak and rowboat access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage on quiet tidal bay with kayak and rowboat access?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage on quiet tidal bay with kayak and rowboat access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

21 Oct 2023

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

Tranquility

We thoroughly enjoyed this idyllic cottage!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

20 Oct 2023

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

Family Trip to the Quiet Side of MDI

Our stay at the Tides Cottage was great! The property was in a great location with amazing views. The house was clean and as describes the owners listing. The check-in/check-out process was very easy. We look forward to coming back to this part of MDI soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Diane M., Bartlett, TN

18 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful Vacation Property

Very nice property. Very scenic location. Quiet and secluded. Everything that you need is provided, even binoculars to view the wildlife. Wonderful vacation.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

16 Oct 2023

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

Lovely spot on the water

We loved our stay in Maine at this cottage, especially the porch overlooking the water and the wood burning stove in the living area. The property manager was quick to respond when we had questions. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mason D.

12 Oct 2023

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

A Great Maine Experience

This property is clean, well kept, and has amazing views. It feels like a wilderness experience while also providing all of the modern amenities of a home and access to the surrounding area. I would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stacy Just

We purchased 2.5 acres on Bass Harbor in 1974 and built our home and the cottages in the following years adding upgrades and renovations almost yearly. We are native to Mount Desert Island, have 2 grown children and 4 almost grown grandchildren. We enjoy boating the Maine coast, kayaking the local waters and walking the trails of Acadia.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is all wood, no smelly carpets, is located right at the water's edge on Mill Creek off Bass Harbor and is only 3 miles to down town Southwest Harbor and 20 minutes to down town Bar Harbor. Entrances to Acadia are all around us.