One of the most frequently asked questions we get, besides where to find the best lobster, is where to enjoy a good walk or a nice hike. While there are many places within a short drive, we have several favorites. Here they are, in no particular order! Wolfe’s Neck State Park – nice easy trails… Read more »
The Amtrak Downeaster is your car-free connection from Boston, Massachusetts to Freeport, Maine. Pick up the train at Boston’s North Station and arrive in Freeport, Maine. Stroll the two blocks to your room at James Place Inn, or let us know when you plan to arrive and we will be waiting for you. Shop at… Read more »
L.L. Bean has announced their 2016 free concerts and events line up and it is Great! Join L.L.Bean in Freeport, Maine, for the annual summer celebration. Bring your lawn chair for FREE outdoor concerts under the stars in Discovery Park. Plus, don’t miss fun festivals and family-friendly events, including our Summer on the Coast Open… Read more »
Vacationing In Maine – Top 10 Things to See and Do There are so many things to see and do on your Maine vacation. Based on what our guests have told us are their favorites, we have whittled down the list a bit to include consistent favorites. We agree that these are among the best! … Read more »
There is a new ferry in town, running between Portland and Nova Scotia. This new ferry is smaller than that running last year however, it is much faster. The ferry running the past two years emphasized luxury with sleeper cabins, three restaurants, two bars and a casino. The trip took about ten hours as it made its… Read more »
Let’s face it: life is pretty darn busy. Between work and family obligations, quality time spent with your besties can often be put on the backburner. That’s part of the reason why I love being an innkeeper: I get to see friends make time for each other and enjoy special events. I love to hear… Read more »
Freeport Maine Outlets: Five Must See Shops. Freeport offers so many shops; some familiar and some unique and different. These represent the “Must See,” in our opinion:
The Portland Science Center in Portland, Maine is a great addition to the offering of activities in and around the Freeport area. Located just twenty minutes to the south of Freeport, Portland Science Center opened last fall with the “Body Works” exhibit. The current exhibit is a “double-feature” with “Space: A Journey To Our Future”… Read more »
Get outdoors in Freeport and enjoy all that Maine has to offer. Mother Nature has finally delivered enough snow to provide great cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as a great walk. There are a number of opportunities very close to James Place Inn and Freeport to enjoy being outdoors. LL Bean offers their Outdoor… Read more »
Maine Restaurant Week 2016 is soon to be underway. This is the 8th annual MRW, the statewide celebration of Maine’s restaurant community, a community filled with hospitality professionals who depend on year-round business from loyal and adoring customers. What better time to explore all of the amazing food Maine has to offer, taking advantage of no… Read more »
