Marsden Cottage – custom built exquisite cottage located in Southwest Harbor, Me
Overview
Rooms and Beds
| Room | Count | Capacity | Details |
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| bedrooms | 3 | sleeps 6 |
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| bathrooms | 2 |
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Description
Marsden Cottage – custom built exquisite cottage located in Southwest Harbor, MeNewly built, custom cottage located on the ‘Quietside’ of Mount Desert Island, just minutes from downtown Southwest Harbor, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and Acadia National Park. Designed and built by a well-known local builder, everything is handmade including cabinetry, tables, lamps, ships ladder to loft, bed frames and more. Ideal for couples and families, there are two bedrooms downstairs with attached bathrooms and sleeping loft upstairs.Large covered porch has mahogany floors with both dining and sitting areas, with option for screened in or glass. Custom cabinetry throughout, radiant floor heat in bathrooms, white washed pine board walls, rustic pine floors, and western red cedar exterior.55 inch LG TV, WiFi/cable, high end kitchen appliances with gas cooktop, electric oven, microwave, and mahogany counter tops. Weber grill outside, Sono’s speaker in living and kitchen area.Close to downtown Southwest Harbor where you will find an array of fine dining, cafes, coffee bars, and famous lobster pounds. Acadia National Park is only a quick 5 min car ride with several hikes to choose from for all levels of hikers.The location is less than 1 mile from area restaurants, galleries, shops, tennis courts, library, and playground. You can walk downtown, however there is a small stretch without a sidewalk. Only a five minute drive to Acadia sites like Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, Seawall Beach, Somes Sound, and Echo Lake.Bar Harbor is a 20-30 minute drive depending on traffic.The Island Explorer features 8 bus routes linking Southwest Harbor with destinations in Acadia National Park and neighboring village centers. Clean, propane powered vehicles provide island visitors with free transportation to hiking trails, carriage roads, island beaches, and in town shops and restaurants. The closest stop is less than 1 mile from the cottage in downtown Southwest Harbor. There is a bike shop downtown called Southwest Cycle where you can rent bikes daily or weekly. The Island Explorer has racks for you bikes so you can bring them with you everywhere on the island.
What's Nearby?
| Attraction | Distance |
|---|---|
| Acadia National Park | 4 min drive |
| Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse | 7 min drive |
| Echo Lake Beach | 8 min drive |
| Acadia National Park’s Visitors Center | 20 min drive |
| Asticou Azalea Garden | 22 min drive |
Restaurants
| Restaurant | Distance |
|---|---|
| Jordan Pond House Restaurant | 31 min drive |
| Tan Turtle Tavern | 24 min drive |
| Beal’s Lobster Pier | 5 min drive |
| Thurston’s Lobster Pound | 7 min drive |
| Colonel’s Restaurant | 22 min drive |
Getting Around
| Transportation | Details |
|---|---|
| Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County – Bar Harbor) | Hancock County |
FAQs
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Marsden Cottage – custom built exquisite cottage located in Southwest Harbor, Me?Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Marsden Cottage – custom built exquisite cottage located in Southwest Harbor, Me?Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Marsden Cottage – custom built exquisite cottage located in Southwest Harbor, Me located?Situated in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).
