Celebrate Life at James Place Inn

The marriage was something really special. The rains passed hours before the special celebration took place, with vows exchanged at a small park with a perfect wooded path tucked into the trees. The couple was beautiful and perfectly relaxed as they exchanged vows. We were lucky enough to be witness to such a special day…. Read more »

Stay, Sail and Dine at James Place Inn

Stay, Sail and Dine at James Place Inn. Summer has arrived! Finally! (Just had to add that as it has been a long time coming). We are having days in the low 70’s and nights in the low-to-mid 50’s. Perfect temperatures in my book. Why not take advantage of these picture perfect days and head… Read more »

Wedding Venues in Freeport, Maine

Wedding Venues in Freeport, Maine.  There are many to be had in this beautiful state.  Depending upon your tastes and the size of your wedding, you might be after a hotel ballroom, country club, or yacht club.  A big trend these days are casually elegant farm and barn weddings.  We are pleased to be partnering… Read more »

L.L. Bean Paddle Sports Weekend

L.L. Bean Paddle Sports Weekend.  It’s finally time to hit the water!  Come to Freeport, Maine May 30-June 1, 2014 to check out the latest in sporting adventures.  There will be free boat testing on Casco Bay as well as the opportunity to explore a huge selection of boats at L.L. Bean.  There will also… Read more »

LL Bean Announces Summer Concert Series 2014

LL Bean announces their summer concert series.  Each summer LL Bean hosts various musical acts in Discovery Park here in Freeport, less than two blocks from James Place Inn.  This 2014 season looks to be another winner with Toad The Wet Sprocket kicking off the season on July 4th.  Great songs like “All I Want”… Read more »

Top 10 Things to Enjoy in Spring in Maine

Top 10 Things to Enjoy in Spring in Maine Hike Bradbury Mountain State Park. Walk/hike Wolfe’s Neck State Park and enjoy the beautiful scenes of Casco Bay. Visit the Maine Botanical Gardens.  They are open year-round and spring is beautiful. Visit Winslow Park and enjoy a walk to the point where you will be rewarded… Read more »

LL Bean Outdoor Discovery School in Freeport, Maine

LL Bean Outdoor Discovery School is waiting for you to have an adventure of a lifetime.  Many of our guests come to Freeport not only to shop but too experience all that Freeport has to offer.  One of the best deals in town is LL Bean’s Outdoor Discovery School.  On the offering for spring and… Read more »

AAA Freeport Member Appreciation Day

AAA is gearing up to have their first Freeport Member Appreciation Day of the year, Sunday, May 4th.  This is an event that AAA hosts several times a year here in Freeport, Maine.  It is a great time to shop Freeport and use the coupons they hand out to do a bit of spring shopping. … Read more »

Pine Room Remodel Finished at James Place Inn

The Pine Room remodel at James Place Inn is Finished!  It took several weeks (there are always delays) however we think you will find it to be worth the wait. For those of you who have stayed with us and enjoyed the Pine Room, we think you will like the changes.  The bathroom has been… Read more »

Ahhh…Spring in Maine Is Here At Last

Ahhh…Spring in Maine is here at last!  It has been a long time coming this year for many of us in the Northeast.  Once it arrives, it seems it is always worth the wait. The daytime temperatures are hovering in the 50’s and we are experiencing plenty of sunshine.  I think Spring has become my… Read more »