Keyhole Cabin by the Sea

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Cabin

Tide pool on the beach with view of Cadillac mountain

Long view of the beach, a sunny day with fog on the western half of the island.

Beach combing and boat watching on our private beach

Beach at high tide looking toward the outer islands

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Parking available
Outdoor space
Free WiFi
Ocean view

Explore the area

Southwest Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
‪20 min walk‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪20 min drive‬
Cadillac Mountain
‪34 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our comfortable cabin is private. Surrounded by woods with a view of the ocean and passing boats through an opening in the trees. Our beach is accessible via a long boardwalk leading from the side yard. Great beach walking and shelling and a place for picnics.

In addition to full kitchen with oven and microwave, there are three bedrooms sleeping 5 with a roll out bed for an additional person. There are two large bedrooms: one with a queen and the other with a twin and a double. The third bedroom has a single bed. All rooms have electric heat when needed. The cabin has complete housekeeping facilities and sheets and towels are provided. The cabin has wi-fi and internet capability.

We are within a few minutes drive of Southwest Harbor for dining and shopping. Acadia National Park is easily accessible all over the island and offers lots of opportunities for hiking, bicycling and kayaking. There are sailing opportunities in Southwest Harbor, and Northeast Harbor and boat trips to the islands.

You will never tire of exploring one of our country's most beautiful islands.

We rent weeks, Sunday to Sunday.

Keywords: Private cabin, ocean view, beach access, in woods with view of ocean, access to beach via boardwalk, easy access to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, stores in Southwest Harbor, freshwater swimming

Property manager

Catharine McKibbin

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Books and games available. Deck has safety railing

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southwest Harbor

Located in Seawall, a neighbourhood in Southwest Harbor, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. 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 - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 20 min drive - 21.3 km
Otter Cliff - 27 min drive - 27.8 km
Cadillac Mountain - 34 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬5 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬6 min drive
‪Gott's Store - ‬4 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Keyhole Cabin by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Keyhole Cabin by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Keyhole Cabin by the Sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Keyhole Cabin by the Sea located?

Nestled on the beach, this Seawall cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wendell Gilley Museum is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

katherine M.

1 October 2024

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

Perfect tranquility

Our family was so pleased with our stay at key hole the kids were begging to come back the following year before we had even left. Highlights were srarching the beach and exploring the tide pools.The location was perfect for a quick trip to any points on mount desert Island or the surrounding islands. The home had everything we needed

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zane B.

25 September 2024

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

Loved it

It was exactly what we were looking for. It is on a dead end road in a beautiful area. It was so quiet and peaceful. We could sit on the deck and watch deer walk by regularly. There’s a path down to the private beach (which is more like stones in Maine) and play in the water, catch crabs, or look for sea glass. There is not a TV which we liked, but plenty of games and books to Spend evenings after a day at Acadia or just right on the property. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina E.

25 July 2024

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

Quiet rustic cabin

My family of 6 really enjoyed our time at The Keyhole. Although the living area is a little tight for 6 the room sizes were very nice and offered area to spread out. My kids loved going down to the ocean to look in the tide pools and we were close enough to explore Acadia, especially swimming at Echo Lake. My kids loved the games and Legos. The kitchen had everything we needed and the gas grill was awesome to have. The hosts were very responsive if we had questions. I would definitely recommend this if you are looking for a more quiet place to explore Acadia.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

23 September 2024

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

Peaceful and quaint

If you are looking for a trendy spot, this is not it. But, if you want a cozy place that reminds you of your grandparents house when you were growing up, this is your place. Everything you need is here, well except for coffee that first morning. Groceries are not too close, so be sure to take in some basics with you. Plenty of pots and pans, dishes, linens. We loved the keyhole view and the walk to the beach is not bad. This is an older family cabin and it definitely feels like that, which we appreciated. Neighbors are not too close so we had plenty of privacy. Bed was comfortable(we only used 1 of the 3 bedrooms), as was the other furniture in the house. We did find the key box a bit awkward, but once we got it opened we had no problems. That is why an 4 for check in. Otherwise, seamless and owner/manager sent great directions and answered questions. All in all we had a wonderful stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

31 August 2020

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

Turn off and Relax

We had a wonderful stay at The Keyhole. It is clearly a cabin whose walls are filled with love and history. The path to the beach was magical, the water full of tidepools for our son to explore and rocks for building castles and animal habitats. The stars were gorgeous. The owners were so gracious and communicated with us throughout the covid pandemic in a way that was so understanding and flexible, we knew that we would be able to have a stay at any point safely with them and we really really appreciated their understanding. Get your covid tests, follow Maine covid policies, pack your food and necessities (though we found plenty of curbside options), and come have a wonderful socially distant vacation at The Keyhole! Thank you Cat and Susan and families! We hope to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

megan R.

20 September 2019

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

Magical Place to Unplug

This is a special spot, perfect for the way my family likes to have vacation. The house is cozy, the beach is epic, the proximity to Acadia is fantastic. And we felt so lucky to be on 'the quietside' - South Harbor is great.

10/10 Excellent

Marie P.

16 August 2019

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

A great time in Maine and at the Keyhole

We had a wonderful time staying at the Keyhole! The property was roomy enough to comfortably fit 4 of us. The space was well furnished, the beds comfortable, the kitchen was full of all the cookware and utensils we needed. The property is centrally located and not far from all the parts of the island you'll want to explore. It's a quick drive to get lobster rolls at Beal's, Thurston's or Charlotte's, and Acadia is not far at all. Bar Harbor is only a 25-30 minute drive too. We also loved the beach and the wooden path to it, and enjoyed making a fire on the beach on our last night. The view is beautiful and peaceful. Our stay was fantastic - thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

John M.

12 February 2019

Fantastic beach cabin for the family

My family and I (wife and 3 boys) had a very comfortable stay at the keyhole. It's nestled in a quiet location and just a short walk down the boardwalk to the harbor. The house comes "equipped" with numerous games and puzzles that our family enjoyed playing in the evenings. We look forward to future visits to MDI and staying at the keyhole again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

John W.

19 October 2018

Homey, private, and comfortable!

Homey, private, and comfortable. Rustic, but it transformed a mostly rainy week into a relaxing vacation! Excellent service from the owner and her sister who takes care of the property.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018