Unique Cove Side Cabin on Somes Sound Next to Babbling Brook

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Southwest Harbor, ME

Flying Mountain Trailhead
5 min walk
Somes Sound
18 min walk
Acadia National Park
3 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
22 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Lovely, romantic, rustic cabin on cove side cliff with spectacular view of Somes Sound. Sit in rocking chairs on edge of cliff to sip coffee and watch sailboats gliding by on Sound, pileated woodpeckers in the woods, ducks in cove, an occasional seal, and hummingbirds, nuthatches, and goldfinches at feeders. Cabin is surrounded by tall pines on three sides with opening to water views on the fourth side. Living/dining area includes a large stone fireplace and a wood stove. Dining table seats eight. Buffet counter next to kitchen provides serving space. Living space seating includes futon couch, L.L. Bean rocker, and two seat rocker. Love seat faces fireplace. Large windows open onto cove views. Kitchen has an electric stove. Full bathroom. Master bedroom has a double bed and bay window seat overlooking cove. Side window overlooks brook, a series of small pools and cascades that step down to the cove between moss covered banks. Second bedroom includes two oak twin beds and views of brook. Sounds of babbling brook will lull you to sleep. Electric heat in all rooms. Shed includes space for bikes and firewood.

Two miles to fine restaurants and shopping in Southwest Harbor -- and a very good laundromat. Under three miles to swimming in Echo Lake and park hiking trails. The cabin is less than a hundred yards from the Valley Cove Acadia hiking trails to Valley Cove and up Flying Mountain.

Keywords: log cabin, cove side, Somes Sound, Southwest Harbor, Acadia National Park, Mt. Desert

During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Flying Mountain Trailhead. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.

The cabin offers a kitchen, a fireplace and a patio
Free WiFi
5 minutes on foot from Flying Mountain Trailhead and a 3-minute drive from Acadia National Park

Unique Cove Side Cabin on Somes Sound Next to Babbling Brook offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Southwest Harbor cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Robert and Sue Hipkens

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

Desk chair
Office

Comfort

Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Phone

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Near the ocean

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Children and extra beds

Children are 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

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

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

Unique Cove Side Cabin Somes Sound Babbling Brook

Unique Cove Side Somes Sound Babbling Brook Southwest Harbor

Unique Cove Side Somes Sound Babbling Brook

Unique Cove Side Cabin Somes Sound Babbling Brook

Unique Cove Side Somes Sound Babbling Brook Southwest Harbor

Unique Cove Side Cabin Somes Sound Babbling Brook

Unique Cove Side Somes Sound Babbling Brook Southwest Harbor

Unique Cove Side Somes Sound Babbling Brook

Unique Cove Side Cabin on Somes Sound Next to Babbling Brook Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Bailey S.

28 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely rustic cabin

We had such a wonderful stay! The cabin is so charming and in such a beautiful spot. We definitely hope to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza G.

17 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Location was amazing

The location was incredible. You could see the water from the master bedroom. The cabin was very cozy. There were some issues that would make it perfect: a dehumidifier (or two) would be useful and the futon was really uncomfortable. The beds were also a bit hard. But otherwise, this place was awesome.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye Kaucher B.

3 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous, scenic spot for our small family of three

An amazing, peaceful location to spend a week with our two year old daughter. Walking distance to some lovely walks/trails. Views of the cove and tides from the living room and main bedroom. (Not to mention harbor seals and bald eagles!) Convenient, short drives to Echo Lake, Acadia, Southwest Harbor etc etc. The list goes on. We feel SO lucky we found this spot for the last week in August. Made us fall a little more in love with Mt Desert.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

16 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic Location

The location was absolutely perfect, so beautiful and peaceful! Perfect if you or someone in your group is more interested in just kicking back and relaxing. It gives the feeling of being in the middle nowhere, without the inconvenience of actually being in the middle of nowhere. There really is a babbling brook that runs past the cabin, cascading down the hill into the cove! It was so relaxing sitting outside and watching all the birds, the tide going in and out, and the sailboats going by. I saw blue jays, nuthatches, osprey, herons, cormorants, gulls, and ducks, plus crabs and fish in the water, and deer in the neighborhood. If you get there and just see a big muddy mess, don't worry, it's just low tide. Just wait, and in a few hours it will be completely different. It borders part of Acadia National Park, with the Flying Mountain trailhead just around the corner, which makes for a relatively easy hike with great views, and connects with other trails for longer, more challenging hikes. There's a grocery store just a minute away on the main road to the right, and downtown Southwest Harbor to the left, with shops, restaurants, & a library. The cabin is super cute, but it is an 80 year-old rustic log cabin, so If you want fancy or luxurious, this isn't it. But it has everything you need, including internet service, though it would be nice if there was more comfortable seating in the living area (I have to agree with a previous reviewer about that). I would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

23 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely over the top

Amazing location for hiking, super-charming, peaceful, beyond well-stocked, a canoe and could have paddled to Europe. Not inexpensive, but it was worth it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

1 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fairytale cottage stay

This cabin and the surrounding property surpassed our expectations! It took us a while to actually make it down from the driveway because we stopped every few feet to admire the beautiful location. The cabin was the perfect rustic and charming get away we were looking for! We were happily surprised by just how secluded it was and we enjoyed the peace and quiet. We were sad to leave the babbling brook that had us sleeping like babies every night. We loved the location as it was situated close to all the places we wanted to visit without being right in town. Even after 7 nights, we weren’t ready to leave!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail A.

7 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cabin on the quiet side

The cabin was just as advertised and the views were even better. It had everything we needed for the week, and was just perfect. The cabin is rustic and cosy and the location is great. We could easily drive to Bar Harbor, Cadillac Mountain and all the tourist sites, plus it's just five minutes walk to the Flying Mountain Trailhead. All in all a great cabin, a great view a great location and a great holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jeanne L.

3 Aug 2022

This rental is full of surprises

The first surprise you get is when you arrive: There is no driveway. You must park on top at the road and haul your baggage down a hundred-foot path to the cabin below. Lugging your luggage is expedited by a primitive handcart. The bedrooms are tiny and are in a modern addition to the rustic cabin. There is not much room for clothes. And rustic is just the word. A galley kitchen (no dishwasher or disposal. Water heater shares space with the older refrigerator) is the main entrance. No air conditioning, but most nights are cool. No washer, no dryer. You are requested not to use the fireplace. We were greeted by an array of spiders, flies, and mosquitos and were surprised and shocked at the two slugs we found underfoot in the bathroom. They appear every time it rains, and sometimes when it doesn’t. The living room has no couch, just a malodorous lumpy futon, a wicker loveseat and two rockers. The shower tub is ancient and primitive. It is not all bad. The view out the living room window is lovely, facing an inlet that is scenic at high tide but turns to swamp at low tide. The cabin is well provided. TV has cable, there is internet, and a DVD player that is attached to nothing. The plumbing is aging but everything works. Kitchen is well supplied with utensils and cooking tools. It is about a 30-minute drive to the main part of Mt Desert Island, and about 40 minutes to full grocery stores in Ellsworth. The cabin is close to the small town of Southwest Harbor. There is a rather good grocery store just up the road, and the swimming at Echo Lake, 3 miles away, is fine. Our advice, if you choose to rent here, is to bring your own armoire and lots of bug spray.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

20 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven on Earth

We enjoyed a spectacular week in the Coveside Cabin. This is my second visit and as of day one this time my kids were asking to come back next year. If you require fancy on a vacation or a house full of big kid games this might not be the place for you. That being said, if you are looking for somewhere to fully check out and unwind, this property delivers. Being on the quiet side of the island it offers one the opportunity to not be in the middle of the hustle and bustle of summertime Bar Harbor, but everything is still very accessible. I shed a tear or two when I left as I just did not want to leave. I felt so relaxed at the cabin and was able to really focus on my family and make lifelong memories. My youngest made a post on instagram and called it "the best vacation ever" and indeed it was.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

3 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Enchanting cabin

Others have used the word “rustic” to describe this cabin, and I think that is apt. My husband and I had an incredible week staying in this location. I didn’t know anything about the area or Acadia when I booked, I just knew I wanted to be on the water. It got to 87* one day on our trip, but it was still fairly cool outside of the cabin due to its shade and the creek. I spent many hours on the back deck reading. It is about a 20 minute drive to the park on the NE Harbor side, and my husband and I enjoyed getting there early or in the evening to avoid the crowds which made the cabin’s location a delightful place to spend the warmer hours. There is a wonderful laundromat down the street that will do your laundry for you which was a wonderful addition to the week. We used the fire place in the evenings when it was cooler, and it was wonderful. It’s a beautiful location and an incredible spot. if you don’t like crowds(Bar Harbor was a zoo!:), want to be on the water, have a small party, and don’t mind driving to the park, this is a great spot.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jia C.

22 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

a perfect cabin by the cove

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely cabin. It offers everything you can ask for - convenience, quietness, serenity... We will definitely return in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Enchanting cabin

We cannot say enough about how special this cabin and surrounding property are. The cabin is cozy, well equipped, rustic yet so charming. The pictures do not do it justice. The master bedroom view is heaven to wake up to and the children’s bedroom is whimsical with its decor and stream right outside the big window right next to the bed. The magical stream cascades and pools down to the salty tidal cove. Little waterfalls and even a cool fort & bridge which our 6 year old loved. Coffee on the rockers outside was a highlight of each day. Saw a bald eagle. Flying Mountain trailhead is a short walk up the road- a perfect morning hike ending at Valley Cove, just lovely. Acadia sights all close by. We loved take-out lunch at Peekytoes in Bar Harbor and eating it in the park overlooking the harbor. IGA right near cabin isn’t great. We stocked up at Hannnahfords in BH. Common Good (SW Harbor) for popovers is a must! It was a truly wonderful family vacation and we hope to be back one day.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dariusz K.

1 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

It is a log cabin on the cove, walking distance to Acadia Mountain trials, next to Echo Lake

If you do not need hotel amenities and crowds this may be a place for you. Log cabin with two separate bedrooms beautifully located at the edge of the cove on a quite forested lot. Walking distance to ocean beach (rocky beach on one of the back bays) and Acadia Mountain trials. Close to Echo Lake beach. 30 mins drive to Bar Harbor and main part of Acadia NP, 10 mins drive to Bass Harbor and its famed Head Lighthouse. Cabin has WiFi and internet TV, no washer/drier or dishwasher. Fully functional kitchen and single bath. Beautiful places to sit and eat outdoor. In summary, it is not hotel but we had great time.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

23 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

As beautiful as always

It’s such a pleasure to stay in this beautiful cabin. Truly a special place.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

29 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

This place is wonderful (dont tell anybody)

The owners of this property have taken special care with it. You open the door and you are home. Everything you need (bring food and bev) is there. We have never been so completely supplied in a home rental. And then there is the property itself. Surrounded by pines on 3 sides, and a tidal bay on the forth. The 2 room cabin sits well off the road, down a pine needle cushioned walk. This property is on the quiet side of MDI. If you want to experience the most quiet of the quiet side, this cabin is for you. We loved every minute of our stay.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brandon d.

2 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

A real treasure of a quietside cabin on an inlet on the sound

Our third time here, a real gem and a treasure.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

28 Jun 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place!

We enjoyed our stay in this cute cottage. It was perfect for the three of us. Our 6 year old enjoyed exploring the property, we played in the brook, and saw some wildlife. The weather wasn't great, so we built a few fires. We really enjoyed the location - far from maddening crowds and accessible to local hikes (we hiked daily). Would love to return next year!

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

12 Jan 2019

Cozy rustic cabin

Our family vacationed at this cabin in July 2018. The cabin is rustic but with all the conveniences needed for our vacation. The view out of the back of the house is breathtaking. Our daughter really enjoyed the large bay window. The cabin was located in a quiet area and Acadia National park was easily accessible. ~The Monroe Family from Virginia

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

12 Aug 2018

Beautiful

Really lovely cottage. Cozy on foggy days and close to everything else when the sun came out. Amenities exceeded our expectations. Would love to come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W., Warrenville (suburb of Chicago)

10 Aug 2018

A wonderful private gem on the "quiet side"!

We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this charming cabin in the woods. The cabin was nicely appointed, and we were truly able to relax and enjoy the beautiful setting. Although we felt very secluded, we could easily get to town and had easy access to roads, etc... A real gem-- thanks!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

John P., Cleveland, Ohio

26 Jul 2018

Awesome

A wonderful place! Great location, beautiful views, rustic log cabin with all the conveniences. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Andrea R.

27 Jun 2018

rustic cabin, location to die for

This is a real, old, log cabin with a newer sleeping addition and plumbing, electric and heat. It is in the woods, on the water, on a cove in Somes Sound, very, very quiet, very private. Really beautiful! If signs of mice or musty smells freak you out, this isn't your place; it's a log cabin and is somewhat permeable to the outdoors. The toilet, shower, heat, fridge, stove all work. There's a huge stone fireplace. Beds OK. If you are used to camping, you will think this is the Ritz. If you are used to the Ritz, you will think you are camping. We had a wonderful time!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018