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Gladeview: A Craftsman Retreat

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Terrace/patio
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Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5211.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Southwest Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom Guest

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Gladeview: A Craftsman Retreat

A private drive up 'Pork Chop Lane' from the main road paves your way back to this serene retreat in nature. Feast on lobster, crab, and blueberry pie to your hearts content in this sun-drenched, handcrafted cloister nestled in Southwest Harbor overlooking the Bass Harbor everglade.

Upon entrance, the chef's kitchen/dining room/living room area ramble along an open floor plan, all canopied by a sweeping cathedral ceiling. A spectacular wall-of-windows encase atrium doors leading out onto a 10' deep wraparound promenade deck offering an expansive southern exposure vista of untouched wildlife. With pine-crafted woodwork throughout, the main floor includes 2 large bedrooms on juxtaposing sides of the house with queen beds in each. They are separated by a full bath and stairwell to the lower level. The lavatory offers a soaking tub with separate tiled shower.

The lower level offers a family room , an exercise room, a laundry room and an additional set of atrium doors leading out to an additional patio area.

Property manager

Theresa Rich

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Southwest Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area. 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 21 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 35 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gladeview: A Craftsman Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Gladeview: A Craftsman Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gladeview: A Craftsman Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gladeview: A Craftsman Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wendell Gilley Museum and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

deborah f.

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

What a wo derful home. It has everything you need and a great location.

I never wanted to leave. Very pleasant stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Great Fall Getaway!

Beautiful home and property. The house was charming and fully equipped with everything we needed. Theresa the owner was great! We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen S.

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

October getaway

The house is in a beautiful section of Southwest Harbor, it is on a private little dirt road with only 3 houses on it, beautiful marsh on the deck side of property. We were able to be secluded but be 5 minutes from town as well. We all had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia and William C.

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

Getaway to the Quiet Side

The property was beautiful, private and well kept, it was well stocked and the location gave us a chance to explore this side of the island. Our dog Comet felt right at home
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Convenient & Quiet Location

Beautiful home in a quiet and convenient location. It was a short distance from hikes, Bar Harbor and the Park Loop Road. Plenty of restaurants close by. We loved sitting on the large deck and playing games at the large table. The home was very clean and well stocked with what we needed. We loved that we could bring our dogs with us on our Maine trip. We would stay here again on another trip to Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

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

End of July 2024

Wonderful! House is great. Very clean, spacious, and beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh G.

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

Highly recommend

Beautiful, peaceful property with excellent communication from host. The property is well stocked with kitchen and bathroom supplies. Location is accessible to Wonderland, Ship Harbor and Bass Harbor Lighthouse. Great seafood restaurants within close proximity to house. Looking forward to returning to this location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy Z.

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

Great stay, perfect location

We really enjoyed our stay at Theresa’s place. The house is super clean and comfortable and the setting is tranquil. We thoroughly enjoyed the quiet side of MDI. Everything we need is nearby without the crowds. Lots of activities as well such as hiking, kayaking and taking a dip at echo lake. The Arcadia national park is a pleasant 20 min drive away. We wish to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Year 4 was great. Looking forward to year 5

Theresa has a wonderful property with all the amenities that make it a comfortable stay for our family. It now feels like our home away from home when we arrive each summer. It’s clean, thoughtfully appointed, and the windows in the main living space make you feel like you are sitting in the middle of the woods. We love the back deck and spend hours out there looking for birds and enjoying the Maine summer. We can’t wait to return next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Terry

This is our second consecutive year at Theresa’s home and we are booking for next year. This home is wonderfully appointed, and in a nice location. Everything you would need is provided. I selfishly hate to admit what a beautiful home and lovely host Theresa is. She is easy to contact and addresses questions immediately. We feel home when we get there. Thank you for another great year!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James J., Blue Springs, Missouri

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

Nice visit

Well kept and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

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

Comfortable

Great location with a beautiful view. Loved the wall of windows and wrap around patio. The kitchen is well stocked with everything needed. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan I.

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

Peaceful retreat after a day on the Trails

This is a beautiful house on a beautiful, peaceful property within a few miles from the center of Southwest Harbor. Best meal was at Beal’s, and enjoyed ice cream at the Salt Box. Close to Wonderland Trail and Ship Harbor Trail, which made for good walks with our dog each morning. The house is clearly well cared for, with a lovely deck where we could enjoy our morning coffee. Easy communication with the host, too. The house is about 20 minutes from Bar Harbor, with easy access to all the Acadia Trails, including Cadillac Mtn. And Jordan Pond House. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

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

Nice, clean, hideaway

Property was super clean and inviting. Kitchen was very well stocked. The host had nice thoughtful items like extra propane tank for grill and everything was exactly as described.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G., Broadway

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

Ideal location on the quiet side of Acadia.

We explored much of Acadia and always had a comfortable well equipped place to return to. Gladeview was very nice and we had all we needed. We highly recommend this place to families or friends who want the balance of exploration and a quiet place to relax and enjoy the beauty all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Terry

This was by far the nicest property we have ever stayed at. The host was attentive to any question we had and took care of any of our concerns. We experienced a rare hurricane while at the home and the host continued to check on our welfare. Thank you for making our vacation perfect!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia H., SHARTLESVILLE, USA

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

Great place near Acadia

The house was clean, well stocked, organized and very inviting. It had a nice open concept layout. The beds were very comfortable. Location was perfect for visiting and riding bikes within Acadia. Many great places to eat close by. The home was quiet and secluded. The porch was huge. We enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the red squirrels, the chickadees, and the blue herons in the Glade. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D., Philadelphia, USA

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

Gladeview continues to knock it out of the park

This was our 3rd summer at Gladeview with Theresa. We had another lovely stay and her home was the perfect setup for us. If you like lots of bright, natural light, this is the place for you. The pictures don’t do it justice. It’s immaculately clean and has all the things you need to settle in and feel like you’re at home while on vacation. Thanks for continuing to provide us with a beautiful home for our summer trip to MDI.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Take a walk on the quiet side

We enjoyed our stay at Gladeview. It was a short drive away from the busy world of Bar Harbor, but all of Mt. Desert Island and ANP were easily accessible. A trail was in walking distance, and I found a few more a short drive away via the AllTrails app. I really liked Ship Harbor Trail. Beautiful! The house had a fully stocked kitchen and we loved the deck with the hammock. Theresa was communicative and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

judie w.

Awesome!

Fabulous home. Immaculate and fully stocked with everything you could possibly need, including popcorn for the fire pit. Thankyou Theresa for sharing your home with us. You are a joy to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Leigh M.

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

Great house & location but too many little things = 4 stars

Great house in a great location on the "quiet side" of MDI. There is a free shuttle bus stop, mini-golf & plenty of restaurants to choose from without having to drive up to Bar Harbor. When at the house, most of our time was spent upstairs or on the deck, but the basement is a great spot to beat the heat of the afternoon sun & it has the most comfortable seating options. Kitchen has everything you could possibly need. The little things - all small "inconveniences" but when added up, I took a star off the overall rating. 1. Smoke detector - arrived Sat.; detector out of reach started beeping Sun.; contacted Theresa & Sandy came quick & replaced battery; same detector started beeping again Mon; contacted T & S came quick & just removed the whole thing as there is another detector outside the smaller bedroom. That detector started beeping on Tues. We just pulled the battery on that one & did not contact Theresa until end of week. 2. Mosquito monthly spraying took place while there. T let me know & said we didn't need to be there, but 1/2 our group was there with their car which got covered with pesticide - enough that they felt the need to pay for a car wash. Would have been nice for sprayer to let them know to move car. 3. Check out time:11am on VRBO - cleaning people showed up just after 10 & when I mentioned #4 while they were waiting for us to finish, the woman had an annoyed tone. 4. None of the pillows on the bed apparently were the ones we were supposed to sleep on.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

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

Friendscation

The property was amazing ! Beautiful, clean, had all necessities needed for a home away from home . Definitely would go back again !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette P., South Deerfield

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

Home away from home

Located in a beautiful setting that was peaceful and private. We enjoyed the large deck to be outside for meals, reading and stargazing. The kitchen was well supplied for preparing meals. Daylight comes in trough the expanse of windows making a pleasant space. Of course the great deep tub and great shower were nice to have. When the heat wasn’t coming up, Teresa had someone come and take care of that. We so enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Great House and Great Host

From the very beginning, Theresa was easy to communicate with, always prompt to respond to messages. The house is clean, well maintained and stocked with everything we needed for a week long stay. I would highly recommend Theresa’s house to any one visiting MDI, we enjoyed being close to Bar Harbor and ANP. If staying with your dog, as we did, there is a 2 mile path just steps away that is very popular with the locals that we discovered the last day of our trip. I wish we had found it earlier.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

KIM M., Selkirk, USA

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

Another Awesome Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay as we are repeat renters from Theresa. Everything was wonderful and we truly enjoyed decompressing from our busy work lives and relaxing while exploring Acadia National Park. We will be back! 😀
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Theresa Rich

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Languages:

English