Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond. | House in Southwest Harbor

9.8 (83 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   7 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Southwest Harbor House | Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond.

7 Bedroom House in Southwest Harbor

The views from Island Watch are spectacular. To the northeast is the fjord of Somes Sound, and further south is a more intimate view of Southwest Harbor and several of the offshore islands, all with Acadia National Park's mountains as a backdrop.
Island Watch sits on a ridge above the village of Southwest Harbor and has a vista that is as unique as any on the Maine coast, yet is removed from the busier, in-town atmosphere. We are a bit more secluded, but we do have our own private path that will take you into the center of Southwest Harbor. From there you can board the free Island Explorer bus, wander through an art gallery, have a gourmet dinner, or just have an ice cream at the local café. We are only minutes away from some of the least used and most scenic trails in Acadia National Park.
Formerly run as a Bed and Breakfast, Island Watch is now available to rent on a weekly basis. The seven bedrooms of the main house each have their own bathroom. The suite on the lower level has a complete kitchen and fireplace. The main deck area provides a relaxing gathering area for your entire group, where you can kick back and watch the boating activities below. We also have a separate efficiency apartment rental unit, called the Bird's Nest (651708), over the detached garage on the same property.
The views are spectacular from the decks at Island Watch. Sit and relax in the quiet splendor of the Maine woods while taking in the panoramic beauty of the islands, mountains, harbors and the village of Southwest Harbor!
You're within walking distance to the local restaurants, bike rentals, sailing, boating, an ice cream parlor, and exclusive shops. Some of our local establishments are Beal's Lobster pound, Rogue Cafe, Sawyer's Market, Red Sky Restaurant, and the Wendell Gilley Museum.
You will enjoy spectacular ocean and mountain views, beautiful sunrises, quiet times, and the many activities in nearby Acadia National Park. The Rockefeller family constructed beautiful carriage roads throughout the park in which you can enjoy on foot, in a horse-drawn carriage, or by bike.
Come and stay at one of the most beautiful places in the Maine. Experience a quiet family vacation or one with friends. Be active or just kick back, read a book, work on a jigsaw puzzle, or paint a picture — all while enjoying the fresh air and pristine views.
Southwest Harbor has an active marine industry base of boat builders, marinas, and lobster and sail boats.
Island Watch watches all of this from its peaceful perch above the harbor. It is the Real Maine...Simple! “The way Life Should Be!”

Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond is located in Southwest Harbor. Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Air Conditioner, View, among other amenities. This House features Fireplace/Heating, Air Conditioner, View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Incredible views overlooking Southwest Harbor and beyond has 7 Bedrooms , 6 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 14 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Southwest Harbor has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Southwest Harbor, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • 6+ bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 7 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Water park
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golfing on site
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library
  • DVD player
General
  • Unit size: 4400 sq ft (409 sq m)
  • English
  • Near a zoo
  • In the city center
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • In a rural location
  • Office
  • Desk
  • Printer
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Children's books
  • Highchair
  • Playground
  • Stair gate
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
Skiing
  • Close to skiing

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties;maximum event attendees: 20
Pet Policy
1 total pets note from host: pre-approved pets only. $75 per pet. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Clifford L.
Oct 8, 2025 05:27:55 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: Marvelous sunrise views from the back deck and upper floor. Very quiet and secluded. Upper floor bathroom required a large rock to shut-would not latch. Fairly anemic water pressure, although no lack of hot water for our 12 guests. Kitchen was fantastically equipped except ice maker never worked and microwave was small and not built in.
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