Maine Lodging for Bird Watching Vacations

Pagett Farm is a beautiful 63-acre organic farm and nature reserve in scenic Maine.  At our Tent and Breakfast, guests stay in luxurious platform tents furnished with queen-sized beds, handmade quilts and braided rugs, propane fireplaces and many amenities for a unique "camping in comfort" experience.  A large organic farm breakfast is included in the stay.  Help with farm chores if you like, or simply soak in the ambiance of our farm and abundant wildlife.  Hosts Don and Pam are avid birders and have recorded 101 bird species thus far on the property.  There are hiking paths in our woods and also in nearby nature preserves.  We are within 3 miles of both Lake St. George state park, and Sheepscot Lake.  Both are crystal clear with great kayaking, canoeing, fishing, swimming and boating opportunities.  The coast is 1/2 hour away, and we are only 1.5 hours from renowned Acadia National Park.  Pagett Farm Tent and Breakfast is perfect for kids, for folks looking to experience farm life and delicious farm fare, for nature lovers and birdwatchers, and for special occasions like honeymoons and anniversaries.  For more information, please visit our website at www.pagettfarm.com
Pagett Farm  Palermo         207-993-2500

Spencer Pond Camps is a Boreal Birder’s Paradise. Six authentic wilderness lakeside housekeeping cabins nestled deep in the woods in Maine’s Moosehead Lake Region.  Adjacent to the Maine Birding Trail the cabins are fully furnished for comfort -with homemade quilts, games, cozy spots to relax, and warm woodstoves. Cabins have docks and canoes included so you can enjoy fishing, wildlife watching, and paddling on Spencer Pond. Screened porches on each camp allow you to sit comfortably and watch wildlife, listen to yodeling loons or enjoy the quiet whispering of the wind through the pines. No need to pack your tent, camping gear, or camper trailer (these cabins have everything you will need). Enjoy the beauty and bounty of our pristine natural surroundings.  Recognized by the State of Maine as a certified Environmental Leader and completely “off the grid” you can unwind and reconnect yourself to the natural world.

Spencer Pond Camps  Greenville         888-383-1020   

The romantic Primrose Inn is an 1878 Victorian Bed and Breakfast perfectly located only a short stroll from Main Street and only a mile from Acadia National Park.  The Primrose Inn features 15 spacious guest rooms, all with private bathrooms, luxurious linens, air conditioning, flat-panel TV/DVD and wireless internet access.  Many rooms feature gas fireplaces, spa tubs and private porches.  Full breakfast is served each morning and as well as “Afternoon Tea” with freshly baked goods. Reserved parking; smoke-free and pet-free. Open May to October. Rates: $99-$249 depending on season and room. 
Primrose Inn Bed & Breakfast-     Historic Bar Harbor            207-288-4031  or  877-TIME-4-BH
   
Tucked away on ten private acres, surrounded by lovely wooded landscaping, near the sea and bordering beautiful salt water marshes, Ocean Woods Resort at Goose Rocks Beach offers a great vacation destination for families or a romantic getaway for two. Relax, enjoy country views and ocean breezes, and let us charm you with our traditional New England hospitality! Whether you’ve planned a leisurely walk along the sands, an adventurous hike over the rocks to Timber Island, or just a relaxing day watching birds,  wildlife or the kids splashing in the tidepools, our friendly staff is always ready to assist you in creating special vacation memories.
Ocean Woods Resort- Kennebunkport                 866-967-1928

The Inn at Southwest is an 1884 Victorian Bed and Breakfast that overlooks the serene waters of Southwest Harbor, Maine, near Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.  The Southwest Harbor Maine Inn provides a charming, relaxing setting, and is the perfect lodging choice for exploring Acadia National Park and Mt. Desert Island. We take great pride and joy in welcoming so many of the same guests back year after year. As one of the most photographed inns on Mt. Desert Island, you'll enjoy the beautiful architectural details of the 1800's.  The wicker filled verandah is the perfect spot to enjoy bird watching in our gardens or watch boats slip in and out of Southwest Harbor.
Inn at Southwest- Southwest Habor                  207-244-3835

Welcome to The Harbour Cottage Inn, a premier coastal Southwest Harbor Maine bed and breakfast offering visitors to Acadia National Park an elegant yet casual and quiet lodging retreat near Bar Harbor Maine. Bird watchers and nature lovers find our Inn both comfortable and convenient for their stay. Situated in beautiful Southwest Harbor, Maine less than a mile from Acadia National Park, the Harbour Cottage Maine B&B reflects an atmosphere of sophisticated elegance and provides a style of service similar to that of a small boutique hotel. All 11 guest rooms and suites are simply yet beautifully decorated in keeping with a comfortable true Maine cottage feel.
Harbor Cottage Inn- Southwest Habor                888-843-3022

On a knoll by the shores of Pleasant River and Pleasant Bay in Addison, Maine, rests our 110 acre working llama farm. Enjoy the rise and fall of the tides while gazing at the many shore birds and seals. Meander on our trails accompanied by a gentle llama, or explore the shoreline in quiet seclusion. Relax at day's end by the hearth while enjoying the sunset, or enjoy our deck and screened porch in the summertime. Pleasant Bay Bed and Breakfast is located in the midst of Downeast Maine's coastal splendors, we are between Campobello Island, Canada and Bar Harbor, Maine.
Pleasant Bay BnB- Addison                207-483-4490

Harbourtowne Inn, a Historic Victorian Inn specializing in Old-Fashioned Downeast Hospitality Located in Boothbay Harbor, Maine - The Boating Capital of New England The inn is a handsomely refurbished oceanfront Victorian Town and Carriage House with harbor views, outside decks and the charm & ambience of yesterday. The colorful gardens and quiet, tree-shaded location slopes right to the edge of the beautiful New England harbor. A scenic two to five minute waterfront walk or a picturesque peninsula drive will take you to boutiques and shops, art galleries, restaurants, golf, tennis, health center, boat trips, fishing, scenic drives, cycling, bird watching or walks and other seasonal sports.
Harbourtowne Inn- Baytooth Harbor                   800-722-4240

The Yardarm Motel  is directly on Route 1, one mile north of the center of town. The motel is close to both sophisticated antique shops as well as flea markets. From the Yardarm you can walk to restaurants, the Penobscot Marine Museum, Bluejacket Shipcrafters. Just across the street you'll   find a gas station, convenience store, laundromat and a Dunkin' Donuts. Our sunny breakfast room is a pleasant  place to start the day and compare notes with other travelers. Complimentary breakfast buffet includes a variety of cold cereals, many flavors of oatmeal; blueberry and banana nut muffins; english muffins; and danish. Sears Island has a variety  of recreational opportunities such as hiking, biking, bird watching and clam digging (with temporary town license), and is accessible by causeway from the mainland. Sears Island was described by the Sierra Club as "a unique  piece of Maine's rich natural tapestry". 
Yardarm Motel- Searsport                   (207) 548-2404

The Fish House for visitors seeking a peaceful, more contemplative pace at the water's edge of Cape Porpoise Harbor, Maine. We open our Loft Studio and cozy Fish House Cottage down by the edge of Cape Porpoise Harbor for visitors seeking a peaceful, more contemplative pace. We offer a gentle lapping of the ocean at your doorstep, the sound of lobster boats motoring out to sea at dawn, and a shimmering sunrise and sunset over the harbor. Come our way and we'll be glad to show you The Fish House, Loft Studio, area attractions within walking distance and some of the best places to shop, eat and drink in and around Cape Porpoise. You're gonna' love it! For the bird watchers we have puffins, Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Mallard, Common Eider, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead and Common Goldeneye just to mention a few here. 
The Fish House- Kennebunkport                   207-967-2606 or 207-468-4012

Captain Jefferds Inn Bed & Breakfast in Kennebunkport, Maine is a warm and inviting 1805 sea captain’s home. Located in the quiet historic district, this Kennebunkport inn is surrounded by beautifully manicured lawns and gardens and is a quick stroll to ‘Dock Square,’ the village center of Kennebunkport. There you’ll enjoy specialty boutiques, art galleries, antique shops and a full range of restaurants from  casual to five diamond rated. The Captain Jefferds Inn Bed & Breakfast is just a ½ block from the Kennebunk River where you can sail on a traditional gaff rigged schooner, kayak and canoe, go bird watching or venture further out in the Atlantic ocean to see our annual migrating whales.
Captain Jefferds Inn- Kennebunkport                    800-839-6844

Welcome to Elm Cottage, Searsport's only vegan/vegetarian bed and breakfast. Elm Cottage is located within sight of Penobscot Bay in the historic district of Searsport. Retreat into the warmth and charm of this beautiful 1840 home, only steps away from the town park and beach, Penobscot Marine Museum, antique stores, art galleries, restaurants, Left Bank Books, and more. After breakfast you can head out for a day of sightseeing, antiquing, bird watching, boating, hiking, golf, shopping; your imagination is your only limit! Come home and relax on the deck with a glass of iced tea and listen to the soothing sound of water flowing into the pond.  If it is not deck weather, relax with a cup of tea and a book in one of two parlors and if it's unseasonably chilly, we'll light the fire.
Elm Cottage- Searsport            207-548-2941

Mira Monte bed & breakfast inn reflects the grace and beauty of the mid-Victorian time. Each room features a fireplace and/or balcony and is uniquely styled with antique and period furnishings. The romantic atmosphere is said to be "like our favorite grandmother's house": friendly, welcoming and cheerful. There is always lot's to do like hiking, biking, bird watching, climbing, and swimming Strolling Bar Harbor's parks and shorepath Golf galore at our famous and historic golf courses. Visit the fascinating Wild Gardens of Acadia Walk, the sandbar to Bar Island during low tide, Sea Kayaking for all levels by two local firms Canoeing and boat rental by several local businesses and Swimming in Echo Lake near Southwest Harbor.
Mira Monte Inn- Bar Harbor             800-553-5109

Ann's Point Inn is a four-diamond contemporary inn on the quiet side of Mt. Desert Island, close to Acadia National Park for some great bird watching, Southwest Harbor and Bar Harbor. Located in Bass Harbor, the Inn sits on two acres surrounded by water. It has four luxurious water-view guest rooms, an indoor heated pool, a Finnish sauna, a jet-filled hot tub, and nearly 700 feet of private shoreline. At Ann's Point Inn, you will find a truly relaxing and luxurious haven. Awaken to a sparkling sunrise across Bass Harbor. Stroll through the garden courtyard to an exquisite breakfast overlooking the water.  Browse our well-stocked library to plan your day of exploring Acadia. On your return, soothe your sore muscles in our sauna and hot tub, or relax in our solarium watching the fog and mist roll in from the ocean.
Ann's Point Inn- Bass Harbor             207-244-9595

Hidden away in the woods, our Kennebunkport inn is located on a bank of the tidal Kennebunk River in Maine; Bufflehead Cove Inn bed and breakfast offers the tranquility of a peaceful setting with all of Kennebunkport's attractions a few minutes away. Let the spicy scent of mulled cider & tart apples blend with the vibrant splash of fall foliage. Named for the diving seabirds which winter here, Bufflehead Cove Inn is located on six private acres at the end of a gravel lane that winds past several small ponds, less than a mile from the center of Kennebunkport. Cozy up by a crackling fire and celebrate the Prelude Season as well as the return of the Buffleheads! Return in the spring with the blue herons to see tulips in bloom and listen to the sweet song of the peepers.
Bufflehead Cove- Kennebunkport      (207) 967-3879

One of only a few small Kennebunkport hotels, The Maine Stay Inn offers romantic Kennebunkport lodging with the intimacy of a charming bed and breakfast inn. This distinguished Kennebunkport b & b offers year round historic New England lodging, romantic fireplace cottage suites, exceptional hospitality and the unsurpassed beauty of the sandy coast of Kennebunkport Maine. Perfectly located in the quiet residential Historic District, you are just a short stroll along tree-lined streets to the multitude of fine shops, galleries and restaurants in Kennebunkport's Dock Square.  Our expansive property, peaceful gardens, and proximity to town sets the Maine Stay apart from other Kennebunkport hotels.  Nature trails, bird watching, sandy beaches, and quiet coves provide tranquility that will soothe your soul.
Maine Stay Inn- Kennebunkport       800-950-2117

Open since 1984, David and Arlene Stetson, your hosts, welcome you to the Augustus Bove House, one of the first summer hotels of the area. We are centrally located and within walking distance to the causeway, restaurants, recreation areas and shops. Enjoy great skiing at Sunday River in Bethel or Shawnee Peak in Bridgton.  Quaint, romantic, secluded, this getaway is the perfect place to unwind. Feast your eyes on the most beautiful fall foliage in the world.  With over thirty lakes in the surrounding Lake Region, the area boasts excellent fishing, bird watching, boating, and swimming.
Augustus Bove House- Naples        888-806-6249

Aysgarth Station offers year round accommodations on Mt. Desert Island. Our Bed and Breakfast extends New England hospitality and quiet comfort in a uniquely casual atmosphere. The Inn is situated in downtown Bar Harbor....and you are only a short stroll to the harbor, many distinctive shops, an abundance of eateries and the Shore Path ocean-front walk. You are also only minutes away from both the CAT Ferry Terminal for traveling to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia as well as Acadia National Park. After a long day shopping, hiking, whale watching, bird watching and enjoying some of the area’s best restaurants, relax and unwind in our comfortable Inn.
Aysgarth Station- Bar Harbor       (207) 288-9655


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