Christmas Shopping in Freeport, Maine: Why It’s So Easy!

Christmas Shopping in Freeport, Maine: Why It’s So Easy!  Shopping for the holidays can be quite a chore.  Here in Freeport, things couldn’t be easier when it comes to your shopping list.  With over 120 retail and outlet stores, more than 15 restaurants to choose from, the Amtrak Downeaster, and James Place Inn, your Christmas… Read more »

Brewery Tours in Maine

Brewery Tours in Maine.  Where are the local breweries and do they offer tours (and samples)?  This is a question we are asked often, particularly with the onset of so many breweries opening in the area.  For those of you who love beer, we are pleased to say that we have many brew pubs and… Read more »

Destination Freeport

Destination Freeport.  Where else?  All the benefits of a bigger city without the hassles of traffic and parking. Want to arrive by train?  Got that.  Check out the Downeaster, arriving daily from Boston and points north.  There are often specials running, particularly as the holidays approach and shopping kicks into full gear.  (there is a BOGO… Read more »

Lighthouses and Lobsters

Lighthouses and Lobsters – the perfect Maine combination.  Add a warm and sunny day, of which we have been having many, and you are ready to go.  One of our favorite lobster shacks is right here in South Freeport, Harraseeket Lunch and Lobster, names after the Harraseeket River.  It sits on the public docks in… Read more »

Visiting Freeport, Maine in August

Visiting Freeport, Maine in August.  There is still plenty of summer to be had!  Don’t let it slip away without a visit to Maine.  There is plenty to do, or nothing at all if you just need a break from everything.  Hit the beaches of Maine.  There are quite a number to choose from within… Read more »

Top 10 Experiences of Mid-Coast Maine

Top 10 Experiences of Mid-Coast Maine Hit The Water:  There is no better way to experience Maine’s scenery and coastline than being on the water.  This can be anything from a classic windjammer schooner, Atlantic Seal Cruises of Freeport, kayaking with LL Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools, or a Mail Ferry from Portland Harbor.  However you… Read more »

Summer In Maine

Summer In Maine. It has arrived, and what could be better? Long days stretching before us with nothing to do but relax and enjoy them (well, at least for our guests)! We are enjoying the start of the season here in Freeport and the opportunity to greet old friends and make new ones. We continue… Read more »

Summer In The Park

Summer In The Park. L.L. Bean Discovery Park, that is. We at James Place Inn Bed and Breakfast are fortunate to live in Freeport, home and headquarters to L.L. Bean. L.L. Bean is a great company and very generous to the visitors and those living in the community. One of the great things they do… Read more »

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 »