Maine bed and breakfast inns offer quaint lodging and personal luxuries

A wonderful subset of Maine hotels is the state’s bed and breakfasts, which are notable for their intimacy, beauty, tasteful furnishings, and historic connections. Many ME bed and breakfasts are found in the South Coast towns of Kennebunkport and Old Orchard Beach, placing visitors on a long vacation of weekend getaway near to wonderful beaches, dining, and shopping. Common amenities of these richly furnished lodgings are fireplaces, Jacuzzis, decks or balconies, and stunning views of ocean, river, and mountains. Owners are happy to direct visitors to nearby attractions, like boutiques, art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, guided tours and cruises.

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Captain Lord Mansion

6 Pleasant Street Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Phone: 207-967-3141 Toll-Free: 800-522-3141 Fax: 207-967-3172

The only AAA 4 Diamond Kennebunkport Bed and Breakfast

Imagine the perfect weekend getaway in fabulous Kennebunkport, Maine…or just come here and see for yourself! Here at the Captain Lord Mansion the rooms are meticulously decorated and designed to offer you a serene interlude filled with old New England nuances. Consider our oversize four poster beds, our toasty gas fireplaces, the heated marble bath floors, our intimate mini-spa and our delicious full breakfasts. We are also located within walking distance of Kennebunkport’s fabulous beaches, restaurants, museums, galleries, and bike trails, so you’ll always have something to do. If you are desirous of a romantic bed and breakfast experience highlighted by extraordinary attention to detail, we believe that the Mansion will satisfy your expectations.

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Captain Briggs House Bed and Breakfast

8 Maple Avenue Freeport, ME 04032 Phone: 207-865-1868 Toll-Free: 888-217-2477 Fax: 207-865-6083

Why stay in an ordinary hotel?

Captain Briggs House B & B is located in the heart of the quaint village of Freeport. This charming, informal and intimate 1853 Federal house, is ideally situated on a quiet side street just two blocks north of L.L. Bean. The house is an historic ship builder's home, which has been restored to its early charm with modern amenities. Enjoy a leisurely morning meal in the sunlit breakfast room, where a delicious homemade breakfast is served every morning. The hospitality and warmth will stay with you long after you leave. Bev & Chuck Tefer, innkeepers, welcome you.

1802 House

15 Locke Street Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Phone: 207-967-5632 Toll-Free: 800-932-5632 Fax: 207-967-0780

Come fall under the spell

We invite you to experience the 1802 House and the wonderful village of Kennebunkport.Stroll one of Maine's most picturesque seaside villages. Enjoy the shops, galleries and activities, from schooner cruises to horse-drawn carriage rides. Dine casually or luxuriously. The choices are yours, and we'll guide you to the very best of Kennebunkport. We offer packages to enhance your stay for a special occasion, honeymoon, anniversary, romantic getaway, or vacation.Take a long, romantic walk along miles of sandy beach or sit on the rocks and watch the waves crash against the rugged Maine coast. Schooner trips or sleigh rides, golf or skiing -- there's so much to do and it's all so close to the 1802 House.Reward yourself. Come fall under the spell of one of Maine's most historic and charming seacoast inns.

Atlantic Birches Inn

20 Portland Avenue Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 Phone: 207-934-5295 Toll-Free: 888-934-5295 Fax: 207-934-3781

Open all year round so you can enjoy every season!

The Atlantic Birches Inn is an elegant yet casual romantic and historic Victorian bed and breakfast. The Inn has two buildings, the Victorian Main House and The Cottage, a 1920’s bungalow. Our rooms are sunny, unique, and comfortably decorated with antiques. Choose from a cozy, romantic room for two to a two-bedroom suite for five. Newly renovated one-bedroom kitchenette suites are also available. All rooms have private baths, air-conditioned, and are non-smoking. Located on a quiet tree lined corner, guests can easily walk a minute to shops and restaurants, and two minutes to the Pier, Amusement area and 7 miles of beautiful beach. The yard has a heated in-ground pool and well-maintained lawn for badminton or croquet. A 15-minute drive takes you to Portland, while Freeport and Kittery are just twenty-five minutes distant.

Bufflehead Cove Inn

18 Bufflehead Cove Lane Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Phone: 207-967-3879

Bufflehead Cove Inn bed and breakfast offers the tranquility of a peaceful setting with all of Kennebunkport's attractions a few minutes away. Hidden away in the woods, our Kennebunkport inn is located on a bank of the tidal Kennebunk River in Maine. Innkeepers James and Harriet Gott have blended a myriad of magical ingredients: cozy fireplaces, antique-filled rooms with soft music, lush romantic bedrooms and quiet pampering to create the "best kept hideaway in the Kennebunks." Add a swish of sweeping water views, the soft lulling rhythm of the ebb and flow of the tides, and a sprinkle of seabirds to the good smells of bountiful breakfasts, and you've got a recipe for a unique vacationing experience.

Captain Fairfield Inn

8 Pleasant Street Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Phone: 207-967-4454 Toll-Free: 800-322-1928

Kennebunkport's Boutique Choice

An artful balance of historic and soft modern design. Crisp, uncluttered rooms. Expected amenities like plush beds, designer linens, fireplaces, whirlpool and soaking tubs, wireless Internet. Unexpected luxuries like iPod docking stations, French press coffee, 32” HDTVs, warm cookies in the afternoon, a carefully-selected wine list and small plates menu. Enjoy a creative gourmet breakfast, prepared with fresh seasonal and local ingredients, and professional, personalized hospitality. Just a short walk to nearby restaurants, the quaint harbor and beaches.

Captain Jefferds Inn

5 Pearl Street Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Phone: 207-967-2311 Toll-Free: 800-839-6844 Fax: 207-967-0721

A charming Maine Inn

The Captain Jefferds Inn Bed & Breakfast in Kennebunkport, Maine is a warm and inviting 1805 sea captain’s home. From the time you enter through the Inn's red front door you will experience the charm, comfort and exceptional hospitality provided by the innkeepers and the dedicated staff. Located in the quiet historic district, the Inn is surrounded by beautifully manicured lawns and gardens and is a quick stroll to the Kennebec River, specialty boutiques, art galleries, antique shops and a full range of restaurants from casual to five-diamond rated. So, if you’re looking for a romantic bed and breakfast, relaxing getaway, or an activity and fun-filled vacation, Kennebunkport and The Captain Jefferds Inn Bed and Breakfast should be your first stop.

Captain Lord Mansion

6 Pleasant Street Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Phone: 207-967-3141 Toll-Free: 800-522-3141 Fax: 207-967-3172

The only AAA 4 Diamond Kennebunkport Bed and Breakfast

Imagine the perfect weekend getaway in fabulous Kennebunkport, Maine…or just come here and see for yourself! Here at the Captain Lord Mansion the rooms are meticulously decorated and designed to offer you a serene interlude filled with old New England nuances. Consider our oversize four poster beds, our toasty gas fireplaces, the heated marble bath floors, our intimate mini-spa and our delicious full breakfasts. We are also located within walking distance of Kennebunkport’s fabulous beaches, restaurants, museums, galleries, and bike trails, so you’ll always have something to do. If you are desirous of a romantic bed and breakfast experience highlighted by extraordinary attention to detail, we believe that the Mansion will satisfy your expectations.

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Inn at Tanglewood Hall

611 York Street York Harbor, ME 03911 Phone: 207-351-1075

Just over an hour away from Boston!

Located on scenic Coastal Route 1A in quaint historic York Harbor, the Inn at Tanglewood Hall is the ideal location for a relaxing romantic bed and breakfast getaway. Charming casual elegance awaits nearby the sea in the enchanting grandeur of an estate B&B. Outdoors you'll enjoy bold ocean views along the harbor, gardens, fountains and woodlands. Indoors, our guest rooms are large and spacious with completely renovated private baths, and all the modern amenities you expect. This 1880s Victorian "cottage," as these mansions were humbly called in that time, is a haven of elegance and comfort that not only serves as a fine bed and breakfast, but one ideally situated as a launching pad to see this wonderful area.

Maine Stay Inn & Cottages

34 Maine Street Kennebunkport, ME 04046 Phone: 207-967-2117 Toll-Free: 800-950-2117 Fax: 207-967-8757

…For relaxed sophistication

Whether you seek a romantic getaway or relaxing family vacation, exceptional hospitality and luxury will greet you at the Maine Stay Inn. Our main house, on the National Register of Historic Places, and surrounding cottages suites have been beautifully restored and offer premier accommodations with a luxurious, but comfortable atmosphere within quaint seaside Kennebunkport. Our variety of accommodations attracts multi-generational appeal, with Victorian inn rooms for a traditional charm and ambiance or private intimacy in spacious cottage suites. Some foster romance with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, others suit families and friends with multiple beds or bedrooms and small kitchens. Whatever your pleasure, enjoy the grace and elegance of a simpler time with the comforts of today.
Situated on expansive grounds, while just a short stroll form the harbor and the fine restaurants, shops, and galleries of Kennebunkport's Dock Square, the Maine Stay stands apart from other Kennebunkport inns. Offering exceptional hospitality, personal attention and those little extras not found in a traditional hotel, your visit to the Maine Stay is sure become a cherished memory. Enjoy a homemade, gourmet breakfast in Make your next escape to a Maine bed and breakfast a warm memory with a visit to the Maine Stay Inn, a perfect lodging choice.

York Harbor Inn

Coastal Route 1A
480 York Street
York Harbor, ME 03911 Phone: 207-363-5119 Toll-Free: 800-343-3869 Fax: 207-363-7151

Oceanfront Inn and Bed & Breakfasts

Our luxurious Inn includes three separate seven room B & B Inns. Historic Oceanfront Inn has been featured on the Travel Channels, "Great Country Inns". Award winning gourmet ocean view dining plus casual fireplaced Ship’s Cellar Pub. Many rooms with fireplaces, Jacuzzi spa tubs, decks and ocean vistas. Outdoor hot tub open year round. Walk to beach, convenient to golf, Kittery Outlet Shopping, whale watching, lobster boat tours, kayaking and area lighthouses. The perfect Maine Coast getaway is just over one hour north of Boston. Open year round with special Innkeeper Packages – perfect for Romance. All rooms include our famous Continental “Plus” Breakfast. See last minute “Internet Specials” on web site.

Augustus Bove House Bed & Breakfast

11 Sebago Road (Corner Routes 302 and 114) Naples, ME 04055 Phone: 207- 693-6365 Toll-Free: 888-806-6249

A Sebago Lakes Region Bed and Breakfast

Whether planning for a special occasion, a romantic getaway, or just a step out of the ordinary, let the Augustus Bove House make your stay one to remember. Open year-round, our guest rooms are a relaxing blend of homespun New England elegance and modern features such as A/C, cable and modern private baths. We also have a 2-bedroom unit with a full kitchen, living room, bath and deck. We are across the street from Long Lake and centrally located to attractions including Shawnee Peak and Sebago Lake State Park, shopping at LL Bean, and a quick ride to Portland or North Conway NH. After a long day out join us for homemade desserts and tea and enjoy conversation with new found friends on the front porch or in front of a crackling fire. Stay with us in January or February 2012 and receive a $25 gift certificate toward a spa treatment or massage.
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Maine Innkeepers Association

Phone: 207-865-6100 Fax: 207-773-7668

It's your dream vacation. Whether you seek a hotel, bed and breakfast,inn, motel, resort, sporting camp or cottage, the Maine Innkeepers Association offers you a comprehensive searchable database of more than 630 lodging properties throughout Maine. Our member properties will provide you with an exceptional Maine experience. Visit mountains, forests, beaches, lighthouses and miles of coastline. Canoe our rivers, enjoy lobster, see your first moose, or take your partner on a special romantic. Enjoy great shopping at our famous outlet stores, antique dealers or L.L. Bean. Whitewater raft, ski or snowmobile on well-groomed trails. Or come in the fall when the spectacular colors will take your breath away. The treasures of Maine abound and your vacation planning starts with the Maine Innkeepers Association website.

Maine Innkeepers Association

Phone: 207-865-6100 Fax: 207-773-7668

It's your dream vacation. Whether you seek a hotel, bed and breakfast,inn, motel, resort, sporting camp or cottage, the Maine Innkeepers Association offers you a comprehensive searchable database of more than 630 lodging properties throughout Maine. Our member properties will provide you with an exceptional Maine experience. Visit mountains, forests, beaches, lighthouses and miles of coastline. Canoe our rivers, enjoy lobster, see your first moose, or take your partner on a special romantic. Enjoy great shopping at our famous outlet stores, antique dealers or L.L. Bean. Whitewater raft, ski or snowmobile on well-groomed trails. Or come in the fall when the spectacular colors will take your breath away. The treasures of Maine abound and your vacation planning starts with the Maine Innkeepers Association website.

Maine Innkeepers Association

Phone: 207-865-6100 Fax: 207-773-7668

It's your dream vacation. Whether you seek a hotel, bed and breakfast,inn, motel, resort, sporting camp or cottage, the Maine Innkeepers Association offers you a comprehensive searchable database of more than 630 lodging properties throughout Maine. Our member properties will provide you with an exceptional Maine experience. Visit mountains, forests, beaches, lighthouses and miles of coastline. Canoe our rivers, enjoy lobster, see your first moose, or take your partner on a special romantic. Enjoy great shopping at our famous outlet stores, antique dealers or L.L. Bean. Whitewater raft, ski or snowmobile on well-groomed trails. Or come in the fall when the spectacular colors will take your breath away. The treasures of Maine abound and your vacation planning starts with the Maine Innkeepers Association website.

Maine Innkeepers Association

Phone: 207-865-6100 Fax: 207-773-7668

It's your dream vacation. Whether you seek a hotel, bed and breakfast,inn, motel, resort, sporting camp or cottage, the Maine Innkeepers Association offers you a comprehensive searchable database of more than 630 lodging properties throughout Maine. Our member properties will provide you with an exceptional Maine experience. Visit mountains, forests, beaches, lighthouses and miles of coastline. Canoe our rivers, enjoy lobster, see your first moose, or take your partner on a special romantic. Enjoy great shopping at our famous outlet stores, antique dealers or L.L. Bean. Whitewater raft, ski or snowmobile on well-groomed trails. Or come in the fall when the spectacular colors will take your breath away. The treasures of Maine abound and your vacation planning starts with the Maine Innkeepers Association website.

Maine Innkeepers Association

Phone: 207-865-6100 Fax: 207-773-7668

It's your dream vacation. Whether you seek a hotel, bed and breakfast,inn, motel, resort, sporting camp or cottage, the Maine Innkeepers Association offers you a comprehensive searchable database of more than 630 lodging properties throughout Maine. Our member properties will provide you with an exceptional Maine experience. Visit mountains, forests, beaches, lighthouses and miles of coastline. Canoe our rivers, enjoy lobster, see your first moose, or take your partner on a special romantic. Enjoy great shopping at our famous outlet stores, antique dealers or L.L. Bean. Whitewater raft, ski or snowmobile on well-groomed trails. Or come in the fall when the spectacular colors will take your breath away. The treasures of Maine abound and your vacation planning starts with the Maine Innkeepers Association website.

Maine Innkeepers Association

Phone: 207-865-6100 Fax: 207-773-7668

It's your dream vacation. Whether you seek a hotel, bed and breakfast,inn, motel, resort, sporting camp or cottage, the Maine Innkeepers Association offers you a comprehensive searchable database of more than 630 lodging properties throughout Maine. Our member properties will provide you with an exceptional Maine experience. Visit mountains, forests, beaches, lighthouses and miles of coastline. Canoe our rivers, enjoy lobster, see your first moose, or take your partner on a special romantic. Enjoy great shopping at our famous outlet stores, antique dealers or L.L. Bean. Whitewater raft, ski or snowmobile on well-groomed trails. Or come in the fall when the spectacular colors will take your breath away. The treasures of Maine abound and your vacation planning starts with the Maine Innkeepers Association website.

Maine Innkeepers Association

Phone: 207-865-6100 Fax: 207-773-7668

It's your dream vacation. Whether you seek a hotel, bed and breakfast,inn, motel, resort, sporting camp or cottage, the Maine Innkeepers Association offers you a comprehensive searchable database of more than 630 lodging properties throughout Maine. Our member properties will provide you with an exceptional Maine experience. Visit mountains, forests, beaches, lighthouses and miles of coastline. Canoe our rivers, enjoy lobster, see your first moose, or take your partner on a special romantic. Enjoy great shopping at our famous outlet stores, antique dealers or L.L. Bean. Whitewater raft, ski or snowmobile on well-groomed trails. Or come in the fall when the spectacular colors will take your breath away. The treasures of Maine abound and your vacation planning starts with the Maine Innkeepers Association website.

Maine Innkeepers Association

Phone: 207-865-6100 Fax: 207-773-7668

It's your dream vacation. Whether you seek a hotel, bed and breakfast,inn, motel, resort, sporting camp or cottage, the Maine Innkeepers Association offers you a comprehensive searchable database of more than 630 lodging properties throughout Maine. Our member properties will provide you with an exceptional Maine experience. Visit mountains, forests, beaches, lighthouses and miles of coastline. Canoe our rivers, enjoy lobster, see your first moose, or take your partner on a special romantic. Enjoy great shopping at our famous outlet stores, antique dealers or L.L. Bean. Whitewater raft, ski or snowmobile on well-groomed trails. Or come in the fall when the spectacular colors will take your breath away. The treasures of Maine abound and your vacation planning starts with the Maine Innkeepers Association website.