Maine Stay Inn ~ An Insider's Guide to Kennebunkport

Are you planning a New England vacation and would you like to experience as much as possible during your visit?

Are you wondering where to start, where to end, and what to do in between?

New England has so much to offer and each of its various experiences is so different.

Passport to New England has just made your efforts much easier and your results much more satisfying. The New England traveler now has the opportunity to receive a custom designed excursion throughout New England.

Passport to New England is proud to introduce "personalized concierge services." The Passport Concierge is uniquely familiar with each of the Passport member inns that are strategically located throughout New England. Additionally, the Passport Concierge will share her knowledge of each destination including sites of interest, historical and cultural attractions and the beauty of the New England landscape. She will match this knowledge with your expectations to create a custom vacation that is sure to be most satisfying to you and your family.

The Passport Concierge can arrange your lodging, airfare, car rental, packages and events. For you, this all equals simplicity and satisfaction. Contact the Passport to New England Concierge at (866) 257-5439 so she can begin creating an experience just for you. Be sure to include a visit to Kennebunkport and a stay at The Maine Stay Inn. Kennebunkport has much to offer and this Presidential location truly is a "must see" for any New England visitor.

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Janice and I just returned from a brief getaway to The Whalewalk Inn, located in the beautiful community of Eastham, Massachusetts (Cape Cod).

After a long but peaceful trip we arrived at this georgeous inn. We find ourselves wishing that we could take a similar trip to experience the busy summer season. The Whalewalk is a brief walk to the beaches of the "Bay" and a short drive to the pounding surf of the Cape's first "Ocean" beach.

Whether you spend your day at one of the beaches, kayaking in the bay or, a full day of shopping, you can return to this quiet oasis and and enjoy their new Spa.

The Whalewalk spa boasts a selection of cardio equipment, a wonderful sauna, a huge hot tub and a resistance pool. I saved the best for last, make an appointment for a relaxing and rejuvenating massage and your day is nearly complete.

The Whalewalk is in a reasonable driving distance to a terrific choice of excellent retaurants. Last evening we dined at the elegant, Captain Linnell House. After a terrific Filet Mignon and Key Lime pie (I love Key Lime pie) then, my day was complete.

We awoke to a breakfast at the Whalewalk that began with juice and coffee. Waiting for us at our table was a giant cinnamon muffin. The entree was a three cheese fiesta quiche and a chirizo taco. It was so fantastic, we almost felt like we were back in Texas.

While we always want you to come back and visit us at The Maine Stay Inn during your visits to Kennebunkport, take some time and plan a trip to The Whalewalk Inn on Cape Cod. The shoulder seasons at the Cape are very peaceful which allows for a relaxing getaway. Although our trip was only a day long, it felt like a little vacation.

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A New England vacation means different things to different people. That's because of the diversity of attractions and geography offered by this beautiful and varied section of the country.

If you are planning a summer vacation or perhaps an autumn "leaf peeping" sojourn, be sure to begin your research at the Passport to New England website or by contacting The Maine Stay Inn or any other of the Passport member inns.

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Only 25 more shopping days 'til Christmas. The gift of hospitality for a stay at a fine Kennebunkport bed and breakfast makes a wonderful gift for that person that seems to have everything.

Whether it's a parent, boss, co-worker, son or daughter, the gift of a romantic getaway is always appreciated. It 's also a gift that will create memories for many years to come.

Call us at the Maine Stay Inn and we will take care of everything on the telephone. Your gift certificate will be in the mail that day or, if you truly are a last minute shopper (like me) we can email a Gift Certificate to you.

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The Maine Stay Inn newsletter will be appearing in the inbox of your email shortly but, only if you have suscribed.

This month's issue contains articles about our attractive quiet season special packages. A follow up issue will be sent shortly that will contain an offer we hope you can't refuse.

Don't wait, sign up now at the Maine Stay Inn Home Page, just under the Top Ten Things To Do logo. With your free subscription you will receive a seasonal list of the top ten activities designed to make your getaway to Kennebunkport a memorable one.

Do not delay and you won't miss anything.

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Kennebunkport's quiet season is a great time for a cozy and romantic weekend getaway. Relax in front of a warm fireplace. Unwind in a sultry double whirlpool tub. You bring the wine. We'll supply the bath salts.

We'll make reservations for you at one of Kennebunkport's fine, romantic restaurants.


The Artist's Studio at CrossTrees

In the morning, enjoy a full New England breakfast in the Maine Stay Inn dining room or, if you are in one of our Romantic Cottage Suites, we'll deliver breakfast to your door.

The Maine Stay Inn and the CrossTrees Inn have several rooms that will make your Romantic Weekend Getaway feel like a whole vacation.

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Looking for a great gift idea for the holidays this year? I know it seems early but, there are only 75 more shopping days 'til Christmas.

This year, why not give the gift of hospitality? A Gift Certificate from the Maine Stay Inn is a gift that will create wonderful memories for many years. It makes a great gift for birthdays, weddings and anniversaries.

Call the Maine Stay Inn and we will take care of everything on the telephone. We will have your gift certificate in the mail that day or, if you truly are a last minute shopper like me, we can email a Gift Certificate.

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Attractive Romantic Getaway Packages are coming for guests of the Maine Stay Inn.

We have packages that include a bottle of sparkling cider, two Maine Stay Inn signature Champagne flutes, scrumptious chocolate truffles, and a special remembrance gift of your special weekend.

Call us and reserve a weekend stay in one of our romantic cottage suites with a fireplace and a double whirlpool tub. You will enjoy our daily afternnon tea and sweets and, of course, enjoy our full New England breakfast each morning.

Kennebunkport's quiet season is still a hidden secret to travelers. With most of our shops and galleries still open and our finest restaurants still serving their delectable offerings, this is a special time in our romantic seaside village.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Maine Stay Inn and we would love to help plan your romantic weekend getaway for you.

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If you plan to travel this June check out this fantastic special ~The Kennebunkport Maine Stay Inn and the Inns at Blackberry Commons in Camden have teamed up to bring guests a wonderful experience and an attractive value.

The June special, known as the Passport to the Maine Coast is a 5- day, 4-night sampling of the best of the Coast of Maine.

The package includes two nights luxury accommodations at the Maine Stay Inn in Kennebunkport, Maine, and two nights of luxury at the Inns at Blackberry Commons in Camden, two of coastal Maine's finest inns! Lighthouse tours, schooner sails and more!

All this plus a delicious New England breakfast each morning for $640, plus tax. Of course this package is based upon availability and is valid Sunday through Thursday nights. This is quite a good value. So call now (800) 950-2117.

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The Maine Stay Inn, Kennebunkport, Maine is celebrating its 60th year of welcoming guests.

First opened in 1946 as The Maine Stay Guest House by Grace and John Eldridge, this former sea captain's home is now one of the oldest and most distinguished inns along the coast of Southern Maine.

Just about 18 months ago, while Janice was welcoming two new guests to the inn, she asked if she could give them a map of Kennebunkport, the surrounding area and its interesting sights. The gentleman replied that he had grown up "here." Well, after a couple of comments back and forth, Janice soon came to realize that "here" meant at the Maine Stay Inn. His mom, Grace opened the guest house while his dad sold insurance from one of its front parlors. That front parlor is now a part of one of our most luxurious suites, The Deluxe Fireplace Suite.

After raising their family in this grand home, Grace and John Eldridge decided to open their doors and welcome tourists to the Maine Stay Guest House in 1946. They later chose to expand the business and built a small cottage in which to live so they could offer more rooms in the main building to guests. They continued to expand and built a total of four more buildings, all of which were also built in a New England cottage style. Each of those four additional buildings now comprise two Cottage Suites. Some of these suites have fireplaces and double whirlpool tubs, while others are decorated in an English Country style and have full kitchens. The cottage that Grace and John originally built for themselves now has three cottage suites, each with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs.

Today the Maine Stay Inn has a total of 17 guest rooms and suites, is a proud member of the Select Registry and is on the National Register of Historic Places .

In addition to the 60th anniversary as an inn, this April Janice and I (George) are celebrating our forth year as the innkeepers. We have met an extraordinary number of wonderful friends in these four years and are looking forward to many more.

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