Description
Circa 1830. Sitting on an acre in the heart of the historic town center, this Federalist-style inn has operated continuously for more than 160 years. Near Blue Hill Bay, it is distinguished by its shuttered windows, clapboards, brick ends and five chimneys. The wide pumpkin-pine floors are accented by antique period furnishings. Enjoy reading or socializing in two common rooms. Some of the romantic guest bedrooms feature comfortable sitting areas and fireplaces. The Cape House is a luxury suite that can accommodate a family of four. Breakfast includes a choice of entrees. Afternoon tea with refreshments as well as evening drinks with hors d’oeuvres are served in the garden or parlor. Ask about the seasonal Wine Dinners prepared by visiting chefs.
This property has been featured in Washington Post, Washingtonian, Country Inn Cooking with Gail Greco--Second Series. Location: Ocean Community and Village.
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Rooms & Rates |
Rates: $155 to $295 Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Visa, Personal Checks and Travelers Checks. Rooms: This property has 12 total guest accommodations, 11 with private bath, 4 with fireplaces, 3 suites and 1 guest house. The types of beds available include King, Queen, Twin and Double.
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Policies |
Minimum Stay Requirements: Two days, three days for some weekends. Cancellation: 3-weeks, no cancellation fee Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities |
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments and Hors d'oeuvres. Types of meals: Early Coffee/Tea, Full Breakfast, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Country Breakfast, Vegetarian Breakfast, Afternoon Tea, Snacks/Refreshments, Wine, Hors d'oeuvres and Gourmet picnic lunches available. Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Reading Lamps, Central Air, Turn-Down Service, Desk, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access, Down comforters, guest refrigerator and iron/ironing board available. Amenities On Site: Library, Parlor Games, Computers, Mac, Copy Machine, Phone, Fax, Fireplace, Limited Handicap Access, One luxury suite-cottage, afternoon refreshments, tea service, room beverage service, hors d'oeuvres, fine wines and garden. Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers and Flexible Check in/out Times.
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Activities |
Events Hosted: Reunions, Seminars and Meetings. Other Activities: Antiquing, Art Galleries, Beaches, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Skiing Cross Country, Tennis, boating, chamber music, Acadia National Park, whale watching, Haystack Mountain School of Crafts and Wooden Boat School. Recommended Restaurants: Arborvine, Brooklin Inn.
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Historic Interest |
Built in 1830, added to in 1850, has been a lodging establishment since 1840. One of 76 buildings in historic district. Original clapboards, brickends, flooring, windows, fireplaces. Originally built by a blacksmith and run as an inn by descendents of original builder until 1930s. Historic Awards: State Historical Site (Granted). Historic Memberships: Local Historical Society. Historic sites nearby: Holt House (2 blocks), Parson Jonathan Fisher House (1.5 miles), archaeological site of Red Paint People (10 miles), Fort George (Revolutionary fort, 18 miles), historic landmark ship, Bowdin (18 miles), Fort Knox (25 miles)
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Romantic Interest |
 Intimate atmosphere, fireplaces, warm wood floors, beautifully furnished rooms, quality antiques.
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Ratings |
Rated By: 3 Mobil Stars, iLoveInns Guests Guest Reviews:
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