Needless to say, we have had our fair share of rain the past month. It is a beautiful day today however, and due to be a beautiful weekend. Nonetheless, it is always good to have a plan for that next rainy day in Maine. Here are the things we, and our guests, recommend to fully enjoy… Read more »
Some of the Best Antiquing in Maine
Guests are often interested in visiting antique stores when they visit us in Maine. As those who like to shop antiques know, antiquing can be hit or miss. Some of the best antiquing however, lies relatively close to Freeport. A favortie place I like to visit is Great Stuff! Consignments (greatstuffconsignment.com) right here in Freeport on… Read more »
LL Bean Paddle Sports Weekend
With Memorial Day comes the official start of summer. There are so many ways to get out and enjoy it in Maine and one of the best is paddle boarding. This is the latest sport to take hold and LL Bean is hosting a weekend-long event June 1-3, 2012 to introduce this sport, and others, to… Read more »
Excursions: Whale Watching; Puffins; Peary’s Eagle Island
Your Maine vacation would not be complete without a boating tour that allows you to get out on the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. There are a number of ways to accomplish this. We are often asked about the best time of the year for whale watching. Peak whale watching season starts off the Maine coast in about… Read more »
LL Bean 100 Year Anniversary
There are not many companies around today that can boast being 100 years old. L.L. Bean is one of the best and celebrates their 100-year anniversary this year, 2012 and we are pleased, and proud, to call the same town “home.” LL Bean is just one of the many stores here in Freeport and one… Read more »
Freeport History in the War of 1812
Many people often associate Freeport with shopping and are delightfully surprised to find out how much there is to see and do throuhout the area. They are also surprised to learn how much history there is in Freeport and the part Freeport played in the War of 1812. One of the peculiar aspects of the War of… Read more »
Lobster, Lobster, Lobster!
Guests continuously ask where they can find the best lobster. The good news; some of the best lobster shacks can be found in and around the Freeport area. Depending upon what people are looking for, there are a number of places we recommend. While lobster can certainly be found in the finer dining establishments, lobster… Read more »
Maine Beaches
Planning your summer vacation often includes a visit to the beach. Maine can boast to having some of the best beaches anywhere. Miles of soft, sandy beaches, seeming to go on forever. Tides that make the beaches interesting and fun in that there is great exploring to be done during low tide, where many small islands… Read more »
Spring in Freeport
Spring has arrived in Freeport, and at James Place Inn we are busy making preparations for all of you planning to come see us this summer and fall. Now that the weather has turned to warmer days, we are busy wrapping up our indoor projects so that we can start the outdoor beautification. Much painting has… Read more »
So Many Events in Freeport & LL Bean
There is always something happening in and around Freeport and this year proves to be no exception. With LL Bean turning 100 years old this year, there will be plenty offered to do. There are events planned for all of the LL Bean stores however, most of them are taking place right here in Freeport. … Read more »
