[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Harborside Comfortable Cottage! \[Mermaid Cottage\] Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112770000/112762000/112761956/f97173bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112770000/112762000/112761956/d04158f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112770000/112762000/112761956/edd16bd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112770000/112762000/112761956/3d03f0e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112770000/112762000/112761956/c948daf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Harborside Comfortable Cottage! \[Mermaid Cottage\] provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom883 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Parking available - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Harborside Comfortable Cottage! \[Mermaid Cottage\] The PERFECT location in Bass Harbor to enjoy all the sights and smells of a real Harbor in Maine! Located right on the edge of the water in downtown Bass Harbor, this unit is a perfect place to relax as you explore Acadia! The windows in the living room open to the water for amazing views! Location Highlights: \-6 min Drive to Downtown Southwest Harbor \-25 min Drive to Acadia National Park \[Cadillac Mountain Entrance\] \-30 min Drive to Downtown Bar Harbor Bedroom #1 \[1st Floor\]: \-King Bed - Sleeps 2 Bedroom #2 \[2nd Floor Loft\]: \*NOTE\* - Loft has LOW Ceilings, 61\` at the center of the arch with lower clearance by the single bed in the back\* \-Full Bed - Sleeps 2 \-Twin Bed (Child Bed) - Sleeps 1 \*Twin mattress is small and thin, meant as a sleeping space for a child ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Kitchen: \-Coffee Maker \-Ground Coffee Provided \-Teapot \-Tea Bags Provided \-Olive Oil Provided \-Cooking Spray Provided \-Salt & Pepper Provided \-Microwave \-Lobster Pot ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Bathroom: \-Full Bathroom \[1st Floor\]: \-Shower/Tub combo \-Hair Dryer Available \-Travel Sized Shampoo, Conditioner, Bar Soap ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Outdoor Space: \-Small private porch w/ seating \-BBQ Grill \-Chairs by water \-Parking is FREE Parking in the driveway at the property ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Laundry: \-Laundry is FREE and is located in Bathroom \-Laundry Detergent Provided \-Dryer Sheets Provided ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Television: \-50\` TV in Living Room \-The TVs are SMART TVs that you are able to log into your own apps to view programming \-The TVs do NOT have Cable ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ A/C Units: \-Mini-Split in Unit Year Round to Cool/Heat Unit ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ \-Outdoor Furniture is put out in May through October With our guest\`s privacy being of the utmost importance, we have established a contactless self check-in process. We will send you detailed instructions on how to access the home at the time of the reservation. However, if there is anything you need or of concern during your stay with us, we can be easily contacted. Located on the southwestern tip of Mount Desert Island, Bass Harbor is a charming and authentic Maine fishing village known for its scenic harbor, working lobster boats, and rugged coastal beauty. Unlike the busier towns on the island, Bass Harbor offers a quiet, laid-back atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a more off-the-beaten-path experience. One of the area’s most iconic landmarks is the Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, perched on a dramatic rocky coastline and offering one of the most photographed sunset views in Maine. The village is also home to some of the island’s freshest seafood, with local lobster shacks serving up the day’s catch straight from the harbor. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby trails in Acadia National Park, including Ship Harbor and Wonderland, both offering easy coastal walks with stunning ocean views. Bass Harbor is also the departure point for ferries to Swan’s Island and Frenchboro, perfect for adventurers looking to explore Maine’s offshore communities. Check out our Welcome Guide for info and recommendations on the area! \-Loft has LOW Ceilings, 61\` at the center of the arch with lower clearance by the single bed in the back \-Twin mattress is small and thin, meant as a sleeping space for a child \-You can only access the lofted area via a spiral staircase off of the living room \-Pets are allowed! The Pet fee is $80 \-Grills are available for use late April until the end of November This is NOT a party house ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### 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 - Unit size: 883 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103600000/103596400/103596328/a3949f8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2BR Waterfront Pet Friendly Tiny Home! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 389639 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.23923%2C-68.34598&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Engt8nk9SENTbYYgb79c7qarRkE=) Southwest Harbor, ME #### What's nearby - Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.3 km - Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.6 km - Cadillac Mountain - 37 min drive - 35.4 km #### Getting around - Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive - ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬25 min drive - ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬20 min walk - ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬6 min drive - ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Harborside Comfortable Cottage! [Mermaid Cottage] pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). ### What time is check-in at Harborside Comfortable Cottage! [Mermaid Cottage]? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Harborside Comfortable Cottage! [Mermaid Cottage]? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Harborside Comfortable Cottage! [Mermaid Cottage] located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead is 1.9 mi (3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Harborside Comfortable Cottage! \[Mermaid Cottage\] Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Wonderful stay. Thank you! ##### Tammy Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline S. Apr 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Maine Trip The cottage was amazing! It had such a beautiful panoramic view from the living room windows. The decorations and aesthetic were so cute! The kitchen was really nice to use, and overall a 10/10 experience! ##### Caroline S. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoff J. Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view in Bass Harbor All the glass in the main kitchen and living room space allowed us to take in all the activity of the cute fishing town of Bass Harbor. The place was comfortable, just the right size for our family of four. The kids really enjoyed the upstairs loft area to themselves and our bedroom was nice. The seafood place just down the block was great and has a nice view as well, it's a nice place for some peace and relaxation near Acadia National Park. ##### Geoff J. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura K D. May 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely perfect! This was our first vrbo stay, and it did not disappoint. Everything was as advertised or better, although the description and pictures had already caused us to look forward to our stay very much. Beautiful views, delightful spaces, very thoughtful and fun themed decor, wonderfully clean, stocked with everything we could expect...we appreciate the love and care and attention to detail that went into this property. Nice location too - even the quieter side of the island has much to offer. Thank you for making our first vrbo experience and our vacation outstanding. ##### Laura K D. 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