Month: September 2012

Autumn Comes to Mid-Coast Maine

Yesterday was the official start of autumn and signs are starting to appear in the colors.  The cool nights and warm days, the best time of year, are bringing the first signs of color to the trees.  The start of subtle reds, oranges and yellows are beginning to appear.  They are beautiful and the fall… Read more »

Frosty’s in Freeport – Simply the Best

Freeport is known for many things and Frosty’s Donuts is now one of them and is conveniently located just a block from James Place Inn Bed and Breakfast.  These donuts are the best donuts areound.  Originally started in Brunswick, Maine, Frosty’s donuts are made the old-fashioned way – by hand and by the owners.  These donuts… Read more »

Days 7 & 8 in a Week in Freeport, Maine

Having enjoyed a full week and seeing many sights of Mid-coast Maine, Eric and Katie wanted to have a low-key day around Freeport before leaving for home.  Day 7 found them having enjoyed a hearty breakfast and then relaxing in the hammock.  Finding their second wind, they set off to explore Winslow Park, our beautiful… Read more »

Days 5 & 6 in a Week in Freeport, Maine

With such spectacular views from Mt. Washingt, Eric and Katie knew it would be a tough act to follow.  Waking well-rested and having enjoyed another full breakfast at James Place Inn, they headed to Portland and the Portland Museum of Art to take in the latest exhibit.  They strolled the streets of Portland and took… Read more »

Days 3 & 4 of a Week in Freeport, Maine

To continue the week in Freeport, Maine at James Place Inn Bed and Breakfast, day 3 finds Katie and Eric well-rested and heading to Popham Beach.  This is a favorite beach of ours and we send many of our guests there, none yet disappointed.  Fort Popham can be found and explored here.  It played a… Read more »

A Week In Freeport, Maine

James Place Inn Bed and Breakfast recently had the pleasure of a couple celebrating their one-year anniversary.  They spent a week exploring Freeport and the surrounding areas.  They managed to achieve a great balance of sightseeing and relaxing, enjoying the week at a leisurely pace.  We will spend the next few days posting the highlights… Read more »