Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

Gym

Washer

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Southwest Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
5 min drive
Long Pond
5 min drive
Flying Mountain Trailhead
6 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
24 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

IF THIS YURT IS FULLY BOOKED FOR YOUR DESIRED DATES, PLEASE TRY OUR OTHER YURT LISTINGS (or Tiny Houses) ALL LOCATED ON THE SAME PROPERTY:

VRBO Listing #663097 (Cadillac Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671843 (Flying Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671844 (Sargent Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #671845 (Champlain Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #790510 (Dorr Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971564 (Norumbega Mtn Yurt)
VRBO Listing #971565 (Beehive Tiny House)
VRBO Listing #1616882 (Precipice Tiny House)

Acadia Yurts offers visitors the most unique way to stay on Mount Desert Island. Seven fun, eco-friendly Yurts and two Tiny Houses will bring you as close to nature as camping, with all the amenities of home. Located on 5 acres of lovely wooded land, surrounded by Acadia National Park property, Acadia Yurts offer a peaceful retreat for your group (up to 4 guests per 24' Yurt, 6 guests for the 30' Yurt or 2 guests per Tiny House). Acadia Yurts is also ideal for large groups traveling with accommodations for up to 34 people on 1 site.

In addition to yurt or tiny house living, the Wellness Center at Acadia Yurts offers on-site yoga, an infrared sauna and a flotation tank, all available for extra charge. Prices available upon request.

A yurt is a tent-like circular fabric structure with a wood lattice frame that originated among the nomadic tribes in Asia. These permanent, colorful structures have thick canvas exterior walls that include reflective insulation and a high efficiency heat pump/AC unit so you can be comfortable during any season. Yurts are quickly becoming a new vacation experience that vacationers are enjoying throughout the US from cliff side views in California to ski lodges in Colorado. This is a memorable place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Acadia!

During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Wendell Gilley Museum. A gym is available. The cottage includes amenities such as a kitchen and a patio.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and patio
On-site recreation includes a gym and a sauna
Just a 3-minute drive from Wendell Gilley Museum and 5 minutes from Acadia National Park

Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! offers its guests a sauna and a fitness centre. Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Southwest Harbor cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Karen Roper

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Massage
Sauna

Internet

Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Books
Games
Video library

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: For health & wellness this property is non-smoking

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

In a village
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a lake

Things to do

Gym
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks 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

Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 452 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed
Note from host: Pets allowed in Flying & Sargent Yurts

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Note from host: Families welcome!

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Within Reason

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 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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Bringing Acadia Visitors Comfortably Close To Nature

Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! Cottage

Yurt Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Le Thanh Tu N.

28 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

The listing was accurate and location very convenient to visit Acadia National Park. It was so helpful to have the kitchen with our young kids, we also enjoy the board games from the common barn and even managed to join one of the yoga class.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

28 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great long weekend outside Acadia

The yurt was very comfortable and clean. Property in a good location close to the park but removed from the crowds of Bar Harbor, which gives it a great remote feeling. Necessities are just down the road in SW Harbor. Aaron and Karen were incredibly nice and accommodating the entire time. Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay near Acadia!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci P.

22 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

So magical

Perfect place to stay for a trip to Acadia NP! It had everything we needed and it was fun to have an entire glamping place to ourselves.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lane F.

20 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it here.

We loved our yurt. It was surprisingly spacious and had everything we needed. It was very comfortable and we didn’t have any problems. The whole property was well kept. The proprietors were very nice. We also loved the sauna, massage and float. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

18 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great escape

We loved our yurt and the solitude of the location. We were close to town and Acadia, but once we got back to our yurt, we enjoyed the remoteness of the location. It was the perfect size and had all amenities we needed. We slept like a baby, especially the night it rained.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

29 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Acadia Adventure

We had the best week at MDI! There is so much to do and see. We loved staying in our yurt. Acadia Yurts is clean, comfortable and relaxing. Everything you need in a quiet and beautiful place. Loved the sky light! We would definitely go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

27 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Acadia Stay in the Woods

If you're going to Acadia, this is a great alternative from the overcrowded frenzy of Bar Harbor, or the overpriced chain hotels/motels around Mount Desert Island. Located just outside Southwest Harbor, this is a quieter corner of MDI with a little village that has a few stores and restaurants (most close at 8pm, so we didn't get to take much advantage). It's about a 15 minute drive from Bass Harbor Light, and about 25 minutes from Bar Harbor, so keep that in mind when planning your visit. The yurt itself is terrific! Solidly built, with a concrete floor and wood roof ribs, it was remarkably spacious and had all the conveniences of home: modern bath, kitchen, queen bed, couch, and dining table (no TV, which we didn't miss at all.) We stayed in the Beech Mtn yurt, which was set back from the circular drive, offering a bit more privacy than the other yurts. Most nights, we had a good nights sleep, but there was a rain storm on our final night, which was loud: a reminder that you're staying in a tent, not a solid structure. Also, there is a skylight/oculus centered on the roof, so the light comes streaming in the morning (when we were there, sunrise was at 445am). The hosts do provide eyeshades and earplugs, which do an ok job, but if you're a light sleeper, it might be a challenge to sleep straight through. Overall, we loved our experience, and would highly recommend to others looking to have a true outdoors stay in one of the most beautiful corners of the northeast.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

19 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Just about perfect

Wonderful location. Charming and super clean yurt and camp area. Hosts are really on it. If only it was possible to have a local vs group campfire it would have been perfectly perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billie D.

30 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded our expectations

The yurts are extremely clean and cozy. We had everything we needed and loved waking up to the view of trees and sky in our skylight. It is so quiet and peaceful, no noisy campers everyone is respectful of the peaceful wooded location.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

K A.

28 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A breath of fresh air

The yurt was the perfect place to stay to explore Acadia National Park. The yurt is large and open and airy, when I looked at the photos I assumed they were taken with a wide angle lens and it was actually much smaller, but it really was quite spacious. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed to cook our own meals. The lending library in the little barn was a really nice touch, we borrowed a guidebook and some spices for cooking. We weren’t there long enough to need the washer and dryer, or for any campfires, but it was nice to have those options. Aaron and Karen were really helpful, everything went smoothly, and we have already recommended Acadia Yurts to friends and family.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea T.

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Favorite getaway

My husband and I have been to Acadia Yurts 3 different years now, it’s such a beautiful and peaceful getaway, and we love the beauty of Acadia! Aaron and Karen are fabulous hosts amd wonderful people. They are available to help whether you forgot to print your park pass beforehand or you’re looking for a new trail to try out. We truly love our time there and look forward to returning in years to come!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

20 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Acadia Yurts!

This was the most amazing vacation I have ever had, it was a great and quiet environment w/ everything you need! And you right at the national park and tourist attractions

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pasha P.

15 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing experience!

Our stay at the Arcadia Yurts was amazing! The Yurt and grounds were beautiful, and Aaron and Karen were wonderful hosts, checking in to make sure we had everything we need. We'll definitely be returning for a longer stay!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Yurts are cool!

Well organized property. Yurts and cabins are nestled into a forested plot of land. Each with privacy, foliage and staggered about along an inner roadway. Walkways well defined with lighting and solid footing. My fondest memory is the sound of the birds in the morning. A beautiful sound to wake up to.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamien R.

31 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and Relaxing Oasis

The yurt was everything we'd hoped for - peaceful, quiet, well appointed, with the comfiest bed we've ever slept in away from home! Karen and Aaron we great hosts, showing up on our door step first thing on a Saturday morning when our heat went out. We were celebrating a birthday and they even provided a champagne toast! Very thoughtful touches throughout the space, lovely hot water and water pressure, plenty of pillows. The space was perfect. Just wish I'd brought slippers, as the floors were freezing in late October! We'll definitely be back to stay again...

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marta B.

25 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property

I remember saying to my husband right after we checked in that this was the first time that a rental property was actually better than the pictures; I was so impressed! The yurt was so clean, beautiful and so functional. We spent most of our days at Acadia National Park but the yurt was such a cozy and quiet place to come back to each evening. The yurts are also all spaced apart enough so that you feel like you have privacy.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

18 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing time!

I cannot say enough about our wonderful experience. Acadia Yurts is the place to stay for sure! The owners have considered every detail for the Yurts. Glamping at its finest most definitely! Quiet, beautiful yurt community. A laundry station/ share house for items that might not be in your Yurt and also the ability to leave non-perishable items for a future guest. The yurt and community are well maintained. Each detail was so nice, down to the color coded parking spots. We cannot wait for a return trip because we will be staying at Acadia Yurts again! We didn’t get a chance to experience the wellness portion of Acadia Yurts because our days were jam packed with adventures but it is on the return trip must do list!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

26 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Glamping and Hiking

We checked in late, but didn't have any issues. The place looked brand new and clean. We loved the setting and especially since it was on the quiet side of the island. I booked since all reviews were 5/5 and after staying, I agree. We both loved the massages at the facility and the proximity to Southwest Harbor. Especially liked the hiking gems found on the quiet side like Long Pond. Highly recomend.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

12 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

We stayed in the beach mountain yurt. We absolutely fell in love. Every detail was perfect. You can hear nature, but are completely comfortable and protected from the elements. We could easily live in one of Aaron and Karens beautiful yurts. I also took advantage of the yoga classes at the wellness center on the property. The studio is beautiful and welcoming. The peace and gratitude cultivated during our stay at Acadia Yurts will not be forgotten. Stay here! You will love it!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

5 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Oasis on MDI

We has such an amazing stay at the yurts. Karen and Aaron do a great job and are very accommodating. We slept great, had just what we needed, and even did laundry a couple of times. Maximize your stay by scheduling a service at the Wellness Center they have onsite. You wont regret it.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

13 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

Our family of four had an amazing stay. Perfectly located to access all Acadia has to offer. The yurt has everything you need to unplug and enjoy nature. We look forward to another stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S., Costa Mesa

31 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacationland Treasure

Acadia Yurts offered an excellent location to many of Mt Desert natural attractions. The property was pristine condition. It is a great place to relax and enjoy Acadia .

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

15 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

This was our first time staying in a yurt, as well as coming to Maine. The yurt is exactly as depicted, but has so many small touches to make your stay comfortable and peaceful, we absolutely loved it. Easy access to many things in any direction. Clark Point Cafe in Southwest Harbor (less than 10 mins from yurt) is wonderful, outstanding breakfast, as well as take and bakes. Finbacks Alehouse in Bar Harbor is a must do, food is phenomenal, drinks are top notch as well. Our yurt stayed comfortably cool with or without A/C, cooking was a breeze in the kitchen and we ate many meals in as well. The grounds of Acadia Yurts is meticulously taken care of by the owners! We can’t wait to come back!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adena R.

27 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place!

We loved yurt life. Just as advertised, it was comfortably close to nature. The quiet side was great and very relaxed. Hosts were very welcoming. Thanks for an amazing week in Acadia!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

18 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Close and far away all at once

Far enough from busy locations to give you the solitude you may want after a busy day but an easy drive to all the activity in Bar Harbor. You won’t find a more available and friendly pair of hosts. Aaron and Karen are incredibly personable and informative. They truly want you to enjoy not just their place but the area they obviously love. It is amazing how a place so simple can give you everything you need at a cost that allows you to also enjoy all the area has to offer. Their wellness center allows you to complete the mind, body, and spirit connection to go with the natural beauty of the area that helps you recharge from day to day life.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023