Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Gym

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Southwest Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park5 min drive
Echo Lake Beach7 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center20 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Yurt Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Yurt Sleeper Sofa (Queen Sized)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Covid Policies: https://www.acadiayurts.com/covid-19

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!

Property manager

Karen Roper

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Gym

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Families welcome!

Events

No events allowed

Within Reason

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets allowed in Flying & Sargent Yurts

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

For health & wellness this property is non-smoking

Guests will maintain peace and quiet, suitable to the location of the premises at ALL times, regardless of quiet hours.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
Echo Lake Beach - 7 min drive
Beech Cliff Loop - 17 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 20 min drive
Asticou Azalea Garden - 21 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

Jordan Pond House Restaurant - 31 min drive
Shell - 12 min drive
Tan Turtle Tavern - 23 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 6 min drive
Thurston's Lobster Pound - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Glamping on the Quiet-side of Acadia National Park! located?

Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Flying Mountain Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jamien R.

31 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Karen Roper

Aaron is an Maine native. He was born and raised across the bridge in Trenton and grew up attending local Bar Harbor schools. He has worked in the restaurant industry for the past 15+ years beginning as a prep cook in high school then moving toward general manager. Aaron's favorite extracurricular activity is learning all he can about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As often as he can, he trains locally and loves sharing this passion with others.

Karen is a transplant. Originally from Chicago she made her way to Maine in 2009 and fell in love immediately. In Acadia she enjoys hiking, trail running, yoga, and long walks on the carriage roads. Karen has been teaching yoga locally for over 6 years and now brings her practice to the Wellness Center (located on site at Acadia Yurts). Karen is also a licensed massage therapist and offers services onsite.

As a couple we have done quite a bit of traveling and through that we have narrowed down the particular way we like to travel. The biggest factor for us is having a furnished kitchen in order to prepare health minded foods to nourish our bodies and support all our outdoor activities. The idea for Acadia Yurts has been brewing for quite some time. Friends of ours live off the grid in a yurt and we greatly appreciate the rustic, romantic feel of the yurt but wanted some of the comforts of home- running water, heat, electricity. From there Acadia Yurts was born. We deeply hope you enjoy our home as much as we do!!

Why they chose this property

This property is a stones throw to Acadia National Park with hidden gems around every turn. Acadia Yurts is the most unique way to stay on MDI. We bring you local knowledge, passion for living mindfully and a desire to share our favorite place with you and your loved ones to create lasting memories.

What makes this property unique

- Completely unique dwelling
- Amenities of home including furnished kitchen, bathroom, heat, and furnished living spaces
- Proximity to Acadia National Park
- Located on quiet side of MDI to assist you in slowing down and reconnecting to yourself and loved ones