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Captain Briggs House B&B

  8 Maple Ave
Freeport, ME 04032-1315
Total Rooms: 6Rates: $100 to $239

CONTACT INFORMATION

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INNKEEPER(S)
Chuck & Bev Tefer
PHONE:
(207)865-1868
(888)217-2477
FAX:
(207)865-6083
Freeport, Maine
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Description

Circa 1850. Reflecting the finer architecture of the times, this 1853 shipbuilder's home has been wonderfully restored with wooden floors of walnut, ash, maple and wide pine planks. The non-smoking bed and breakfast is situated on a quiet side street a short walk to nearby attractions. Comfortable and cheerful guest bedrooms, including the two-room Forget-Me-Not Suite, are air conditioned with private baths. Some rooms feature beds accented with colorful quilts. A bountiful breakfast prepares the way for a day of adventure in the Freeport area with shopping, seal watching, harbor cruises, fishing, hiking and enjoying the scenery. Special dietary needs are accommodated with advance notice.

Location: Village of Freeport.

 

Rooms & Rates

Rates: $100 to $239

Payment types accepted include Master Card, Discover, Visa, Travelers Checks and Cash.

Rooms: This property has 6 total guest accommodations with private bath, 1 with fireplace, 1 two-bedroom suite. The types of beds available include King, Queen, Twin and Double.

 

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements: None

Cancellation: No cancellation fee if cancelled within 8 or more days of arrival; within 7 days of arrival: $25; within one day of arrival: one night's lodging for each room reserved unless the room(s) is rented, then no cancellation fee applies.

Pets: Pets Allowed and Small pets are accepted. No cats. Please call.

Smoking: Smoke Free Property.

 

Services & Amenities

Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast and Snacks/Refreshments.

Types of meals: Full Breakfast, Full Gourmet Breakfast and Snacks/Refreshments.

Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Cable TV, Reading Lamps, Clock Radio, Television, VCR, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Wireless Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board and Some rooms with cable TV.

Amenities On Site: Parlor Games, Copy Machine, Phone, Fax, Television, VCR and Gift Shop.

Business Traveler Amenities: Television, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers, Flexible Cancellation, Flexible Check in/out Times and Hot Breakast with flexable Breakfast times.

 

Spa Services

Off-Site Spa Services Available

Nearby Recommended Spas:
Leapin' Lizards
(207)865-0900
www.leapinlizards.biz
leapinlizards1@verizon.net

Salon Freeport
www.salonfreeport.com
jcklnad@aol.com

 

Discounts

Special Discounts: See web site, www.captainbriggs.com, for posted specials

 

Activities

Events Hosted: Reunions, Seminars, Meetings and Romantic Getaways.

Other Activities: Amusement Park, Antiquing, Art Galleries, Beaches, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Live Theater, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Skiing Cross Country, Water Sports, fine restaurants, shops, beaches and hiking within 10 minute drive.

Recommended Restaurants: Azure Café, Jamison's Tavern Restaurant, Harraseeket Lunch & Lobster (Lobster Shack).

 

Historic Interest

Built in 1853 by famous shipbuilder, John A. Briggs, who built wooden ships including one of the largest: 3 masts, 3 decks, 240 ft. long, 44 ft. wide, capacity of 2,200 tons.

Historic Memberships: City Historical Society, Historic Bed and Breakfasts of Greater Freeport.

Historic sites nearby: Jameson Tavern, 1779, where Maine formally declaired its independence (2 Blocks)

 

Romantic Interest

We're on a quiet, dead-end street with a large lawn and gardens. The Bayberry and Evergreen Rooms are favored by honeymooners and those celebrating their anniversaries.

 

Ratings

Rated By: 3 AAA Diamonds, iLoveInns Guests

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