Pet-friendly holiday rentals in Southwest Harbor

My family felt instantly at home in Mark’s cozy cottage. We enjoyed the beautiful view of the water and our quiet and peaceful mornings spent by the fire (Mark thoughtfully kept us stocked with wood). If you’re looking to visit MDI it was an easy 30min drive. We cannot wait to return in the future!

Anne and her husband were very helpful in giving us ideas and places to visit around south harbor and bar harbor. The place was clean and cozy and ideal for us for a 3 night visit. Would definitely recommend their place!

We had an incredible stay at the Blue Hill Bay house! Nestled in a peaceful wooded setting, the home feels wonderfully secluded, yet inviting. The expansive windows, especially from the top floor loft, make you feel like you’re living in a treehouse. We loved spending evenings around the fire pit, which is surrounded by thoughtfully curated plants, creating a truly magical atmosphere. The grill was easy to use, making outdoor meals a breeze. Inside, the beds were comfortable and the bathrooms spotless. We also appreciated how thoughtfully designed the space was, especially since it's hard to find a cute place that also warmly welcomes dogs. If you’re considering a stay here, don’t hesitate, this place is a gem! We can’t wait to return.

We loved the house. The location was just enough off the main roads to be quiet, but still convenient. Carol was kind enough to recommend some excellent dining options. The kitchen & baths were very well stocked and equipped. We especially enjoyed the fireplace on the spacious screened porch. Our only complaint, and not a big one, is that the boiler is quite loud. We all agreed that we would definitely like to stay at the house again.

Beautiful place on the quite side of the island but still close to some of MDI’s and Acadia’s most beautiful hidden gems!

John's place is absolutely beautiful and homey! The house has been totally renovated in the winter of 2025 and is very lovely, classy, on-trend in ways that make this seaside cottage feel so refreshed, current and relatable. And that's just the INSIDES! The deck overhanging the rocks to the shore is THE perfect place to hang out: start your day here with a mug of hot coffee. Have lunch and cocktails in the afternoon/evening while viewing the unspoiled, gorgeous bay. Nature and serenity are what this place is ALL about! Enjoy the total peace, privacy and happiness this home provides. It's a true gem!

Brian’s AirBnb is in a quiet and safe neighborhood. The keypad check in is simple. The home is spotless. There are plenty of linens and kitchenware. The home is close to Acadia and downtown Ellsworth. If you want a short drive to Acadia and MDI, this is your place!

The house was absolutely amazing! Clean- gorgeous views and very peaceful. 10/10 would stay there again.

Me and my friends loved this BNB!! The hot tub was amazing and the pool was an awesome addition. Instructions were clear and even called to walk me through everything. Plenty of places to sleep and loads of places to go!

Thank you Christina! Great weekend stay for UMaine graduation. Great location from campus and stores for the things we forgot (haha).

Adorable cottage, newly renovated. Perfect for two with an open space loft for one more. Kitchen is well stocked right down to the coffee. A good location if visiting Fort Knox, Mt. Barrie and not too far from Bar Harbor if that is on your list. Great stay, highly recommend. Beautiful view and private.

My return visit to the Boathouse was even lovelier than I hoped it would be. The location can't be matched by anything else I've seen. I enjoyed a September visit with my dog and was lucky to have pristine weather. I lived a very simple and healthy outdoors life and came home the better for it. The Boathouse is true to its description: it is simple and rustic and uncomplicated but well-equipped, and is perfect for one-and-dog, or for two people. A little coming-and-going from the neighboring houses meant that I didn't feel isolated. Margaret is truly an exceptional and friendly host who communicates promptly and clearly. I almost hesitate to share "my" Boathouse location with too many of my back-home friends because it feels so intimate and special. I already want to be back there. I offer my deep thanks to Margaret and to the place that I could - briefly - call home.

The cabin was extremely clean and felt like a home away from home. My husband and I highly recommend staying at Wild Acadia. It is an easy drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.

We got a very rainy week in Maine but still enjoyed the beautiful, comfortable and well stocked house, views, decks and incredible garden. Beautiful restaurants, bookstores and wine and antique shops near by. Hope to return to very soon.

I recently stayed with my family at this incredible Airbnb that exceeded all my expectations. This property offered a hot tub, a pool table, and a level of privacy and tranquility that made for a truly relaxing getaway. One of the highlights of our stay was being able to watch the northern lights from the hot tub – it was absolutely magical. We spent a week in Acadia, and the location was perfect, just 15-20 minutes from Bar Harbor or the nearest town. The hosts were very responsive, and the place was fantastic for families, being both kid and pet friendly. It was a week filled with unforgettable moments, and I can't recommend this place enough!

Aaron's apartment was the perfect place for our group of four - clean, comfortable and in a great location. It had everything we needed, beds were super comfortable, access to the Inn was nice for breakfast and post-hike relaxation in late afternoons. Aaron was a very responsive host. We plan to stay here again next time we come to Bar Harbor.

My family loved this house. The setting was beautiful, and it had tons to keep my kids entertained (kayaks, fishing poles, indoor and outdoor games). There was also ample coffee (always a plus!) and staples for cooking. We spent a lot of time at Acadia, but rearranged some afternoons to spend more time at the house because my kids enjoyed it so much. Highly recommend!

We had a wonderful time, and the accommodations were perfect for what we needed to spend the time exploring Acadia!

Great place. Exactly as described. Julie and Rich went above and beyond with recommendations and itineraries. Would stay there again!

We stayed at the Calm Breezes cabin with our 7 month old and two labradoodles. It was perfect for our trip to Acadia, comfortable, quaint, clean and so peaceful /beautiful setting. The town also has amazing restaurants - just a few minutes down the road. Would definitely come back / recommend to anyone visiting Acadia!

My family and I stayed here for a week on MDI and totally felt at home. This place is cozy without feeling crowded at all, and they have included everything we could have possibly needed, from useful kitchen utensils and containers to a box of tissues in every room! I really liked being able to store our bicycles in the shed out of the weather - although the weather turned out to be great. There are some lovely garden areas all around the home as well and it was a pleasure to watch the flowers continue to bloom during our stay.

Our group of 5 adults loved our stay here. It was October and the fireplace was lovely - Keith provides plenty of wood and we had a toasty blaze every night. (I should clarify that there is also baseboard heat so we didn't actually need the fire for warmth.) The location is quiet and beautiful with deer outside the windows and the private pebble beach a minute walk away. The house was very clean and is a real, old-fashioned unfussy family cottage - a mix of comfy furniture from assorted eras for a cozy laid back non-Ikea experience. Just the sort of place for making Maine memories! We cooked in the whole time and the kitchen is well laid out and well supplied with utensils, cookware and dishware. Great to have the dishwasher and laundry for longer stays. Beds were comfy. Keith could not have been nicer or more responsive. Extra bonus: the little front bedroom has a view of Bear Island lighthouse. You KNOW you're in Maine.

We really enjoyed our time here with our two dogs. We came in their off season so locally most things were closed but Bar Harbor was a short drive and we were still able to enjoy the park even in the rainy weather. House was spotless and the hot tub was a nice surprise.

5 adults and 3 dogs stayed here. Plenty of space for all of us. Great location in a small town with 2 trails only a 10 minute drive away. We had a small hiccup with 1 of the rooms and Shelley addressed it immediately. She was very communicative and a great host.