Downeaster Discounts – This Weekend

A weekend trip up to Freeport, Maine and the James Place Inn is made even more enticing this coming weekend with ‘Downeaster Discounts’ on Amtrak tickets as well as many local retailers. This time of year the weather can be somewhat unpredictable as we all know so taking the train is a relaxing way to… Read more »

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us in Freeport!

There’s plenty to do in Freeport, Maine this St. Patrick’s Day. Check out the festivities at Gritty’s Pub & Restaurant, hone your skills at L.L. Bean’s Annual Fly Fishing Weekend or if you’re visiting with kids, make a Pot-O-Gold at Wilbur’s Chocolates. Either way the James Place Inn is the perfect place to stay for… Read more »

Off-Season Savings In Freeport!

The off-season is a great time to visit Freeport, ME, not only for the winter outdoor activities but also for the substantial savings many local businesses offer at this time. The James Place Inn offers rooms at close to a 20% discount January – April. On top of that, be sure to print off any coupons… Read more »

Audiobody – Freeport’s Newest Attraction

There is so much to do in Freeport, and so many fun things to do while you’re staying with us at the #1 rated Freeport Maine bed and breakfast! Today marks the opening day of Audiobody at Freeport’s newly renamed Theater of Awesome. Audiobody is a performance art based show unlike any other in Freeport,… Read more »

The James Place Inn bed and breakfast – A Certified Environmental Leader

The James Place Inn is one of only 100 Maine hotels certified as an Environmental Leader by the Maine Department of Environment Protection. Hotels earn points for practices such as using biodegradable cleaning supplies, placing recycling bins in guest rooms and common areas, providing refillable amenity dispensers rather than individual containers for shampoo, conditioner, soap… Read more »

Bed and Breakfast Recipes–Pecan Chocolate Chip Bars

Our Pecan Chocolate Chip Bars are a twist on pecan pie that can be enjoyed at any time of year. Chocolate chips combine with a layer of pecans to create this tasty dessert. Ingredients: 1 Cup Pecans 4 Tbl Softened Butter 2 Tbl Canola Oil 3/8 Cup Sugar 3/8 Cup Lt. Brown Sugar 1 lg Egg 1 tsp Vanilla 1 ½ Cup… Read more »

James Place Inn Room Feature: Yellow Room

One of the most charming features of the James Place Inn is the unique look and feel of each of our rooms. Each room is painted a different color and has a distinct layout. Many of our guests have a favorite that they request each time they stay with us. While each room has its… Read more »

All Things Sweet in Freeport, Maine

For those of you holding off till this weekend for your Valentine’s Day celebration, here are a few particularly scrumptious treats found in Freeport, Maine. Be sure to indulge on your next visit to the James Place Inn! Wicked Whoopies While there’s some debate over whether these creme-filled cakes originated in Maine, whoopie pies are… Read more »