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The Welch House Inn

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  • The Welch House Inn has a commanding view of Boothbay Harbor, 14 rooms (all with private baths), Air Conditioning and Fireplaces in many rooms. Open all year.

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    The Welch House Inn offers unsurpassed views of Boothbay Harbor, yet restaurants, shops, and galleries are just steps away. Our comfortable guest rooms all have private baths and king, queen, or double beds, A/C, and VCRs. Delicious homemade breakfasts made from fresh local ingredients are served in our sun-filled breakfast room overlooking the harbor. The living room’s stone fireplace provides the perfect backdrop for enjoying a book or meeting with friends. And nothing compares to the 180-degree view of the harbor from our third floor deck. Make us your choice for vacations, escapes, romantic getaways, honeymoons, weddings, and family reunions.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    We enjoy fine art, varied cuisines and stimulating converstation. Susan and Michael both enjoy cooking (Michael brews, too), making jewelry and the cinema.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French

    • German

    • Spanish


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Exceptional service

    • Extensive book and video library

    • Fine Art collection

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Copier

    • Library

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • Wireless Internet Connection

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  • Admiralty (#1)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $155/$205

    Admiralty is located on the ground level of the Welch House, and has a beautiful view of the harbor from its oversized picture window. Admiralty also has direct access to our breakfast deck through a private sliding door. Admiralty has a king-sized sleigh bed, a private bath with tub "en suite", a gas fireplace, and air conditioning. The nautical-style decor includes numerous original painting by local artists and a wonderful antique-furnished sitting area.

    Captain's Lady (#2)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $155/$205

    Captain's Lady is located on the second floor of the Welch House, and has an outstanding view of the harbor from its two windows. Captain's Lady has a king-sized bed, a private "en suite" bathroom, a gas fireplace and air conditioning.

    Windward (#3)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $155/$205

    Windward is a corner room on the second floor of the Welch House, and has a spectacular view of the harbor and the open ocean. Three windows provide gentle sea breezes. Windward has a king-sized four poster bed, a gas fireplace and air conditioning. The classic dark blue and tan decor includes painting and sculpture. The private bathroom is across the hall, numbered and locked for your private use only, and features a shower and a double sink set into a mirrored antique dresser. We provide bathrobes for your convienence.

    China Trade (#4)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $165/$215

    China Trade is a corner room on the second floor of the Welch House, and has a beautiful view of the gardens, the west side of the harbor, and mill cove. China Trade has a king-sized bed, a private "en suite" bathroom with a whirlpool tub, a gas fireplace and air conditioning.

    Europa (#5)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $145/$190

    Europa is located on the second floor of the Welch House, and has a view of the east side of the harbor. Europa has a queen-sized cameo platform bed, a private "en suite" bathroom with shower, a gas fireplace and air conditioning. The european-style decor includes a beautiful antique oak sideboard and several engravings from France, Germany and England.

    Leeward (#6)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $145/$175

    Leeward is a corner room on the second floor of the Welch House, and overlooks the chestnut tree, gardens and town. Leeward has a queen-sized cameo bed and a private "en suite" bathroom with shower and pedestal sink, and a gas fireplace.

    Southern Cross (#7)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $135/$205

    Southern Cross is located on the top floor of the Welch House, and has a spectacular view of the harbor straight out to the open ocean, as well as sunsets over Mill Cove. Southern Cross has a king-sized sleigh bed, a private bathroom, and air conditioning. The private bath with shower features a dimond inset window and pedestal sink. The bathroom is located across hall and is numbered and locked for private use only. Bathrobes are provided for your convience.

    Southport (#8)

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 King

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $135/$205

    Southport is located on the top floor of the Welch House, and has a excellent view of Mill Cove. Southport has both a king-sized bed and a twin bed, a private bathroom and air conditioning. The private bathroom is located down the hall, and is numbered and locked for private use only. Bathrobes are provided for your convience.

    Crow's Nest (#10)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    The Crow's Nest is located on the top floor of the Welch House, and has views of the town and the inner harbor. The Crow's Nest has a queen-sized sleigh bed, beautiful marble-topped antiques, a private bathroom "en suite", and air conditioning.

    Helmsman (#11)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $95/$140

    Helmsman is a seasonal room located in our "Sail Loft" building, with a view of downtown and the Head of the Harbor. Helmsman has a double bed, a private bathroom "en suite" and air conditioning.

    Harbormaster (#12)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $135/$185

    Harbormaster is a seasonal room located in our "Sail Loft" building, and has a spectacular view of the harbor. Harbormaster has a queen-sized sleigh bed, a private bathroom "en suite" and air conditioning.

    Navigator (#14)

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $135/$185

    Navigator is a seasonal room located in our "Sail Loft" building, and has a excellent view of the harbor. Navigator has two double beds, a private bathroom "en suite" and air conditioning.

    Deepwater (#15)

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $125/$175

    Deepwater is a seasonal room located in our "Sail Loft" building, and has a pretty view of the harbor. Deepwater has a king-sized iron bed, a private "en suite" bathroom and air conditioning.

    Seafoam (#16)

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $125/$175

    Seafoam is a seasonal room located in our "Sail Loft" building, and has a pretty view of the harbor. Seafoam has two double beds, a private bathroom "en suite" and air conditioning.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 2 pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Minimum stay: 2 Day weekends July & August only

    • Deposit amount required: 50% of stay required

    • Cancellations: Full refund of deposit if reservation is cancelled at least 14 days prior to arrival date. Cancellations within 14 days of check-in receive a voucher for the full value of the deposit, good at any other time.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Inn is not child-proof

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: Limited : babysitting services may be available by prior arrangement

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7:30 to 9:30

    • Serving location: Sun room, Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    Special meal options

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  • Location Type

    • Harbor & Ocean Views

    • Oceanside

    • Village

    City

    • Portland

    • Distance to city: 50 miles

    • Directions to property:
      TAKE ROUTE 95 NORTH TO PORTLAND, watching for signs to the Boothbay Harbor Region via exit 52 (old exit 9). TAKE EXIT 52 FOR Route 295 NORTH toward Freeport & Yarmouth. ON ROUTE 295 IN TOPSHAM, TAKE EXIT 31 (old exit 24) TO ROUTE 1 NORTH, following the signs to the Route 1 connector. Follow Route 1 north through Bath (over the bridge), and into the town of Wiscasset. After the Sheepscot River bridge in Wiscasset, you’ll see signs for the Boothbay Harbor Region and route 27 south. TAKE A RIGHT ONTO ROUTE 27 SOUTH. Follow Route 27 south toward the center of Boothbay Harbor (10 miles). You’ll go straight through a set of lights by the Hannaford’s grocery store just before you come into town. When you come to a stop sign, you’ll see the public library on your right. Take a right at the stop sign onto McKown Street, and STAY STRAIGHT on McKown Street and GO UP THE HILL, keeping the Type A Café on your right (DO NOT follow route 27 past the Bath Savings bank). You’ll see the sign for The Welch House under a huge chestnut tree just as you crest the hill.

    Airport

    • Portland, ME (PWM-Intl. Jet Port) 50 miles

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

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    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Another fine stay at the Welch House inn! We keep going back. Your hosts, Michael and Susan, expect you to enjoy your stay and make it so. The view from the two decks is spectacular. The breakfasts are gourmet good (don’t miss the house granola). The rooms are very cozy with comfortable beds and very clean bathrooms. We often meet international travellers which usually leads to interesting conversation. It’s an easy walk to all the restaurants and shops in Boothbay Harbor. I can’t really give enough pros about the place, but it wouldn’t be a proper review without any cons – lots of stairs – that’s it. A word to the wise: If Michael recommends you go somewhere, go there. If he recommends you eat something, eat it. He knows the good stuff and wont steer you wrong.

    The Welch House Inn

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    This place did have a nice view of the bay.. up a very steep hill. I was disappointed in the size of room and the tv was back to 1980 a 12 inch screen.. breakfast was fine..

    Heaven in Boothbay Harbor

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Great location, walk into town, friendly staff, food fabulous, wonderful place

    Incredible Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My wife and I went to Boothbay Harbor for a long weekend getaway in Mid-March. This is the second time we stayed at The Welch House Inn (both times during the off season and I would highly recommend it). Our room was well decorated, spotless and had a great view of the harbor. Michael made gourmet breakfasts every day and provided us with on-the-spot recommendations for dinner and daily excursions. Michael and Susan even invited us to a pot luck they were having for local friends. Most of the attractions in town were closed for the season but the restaurants and shops that were open had great fare and warm friendly staff. I can't think of a single thing to complain about. I would highly recommend the Welch House. Come visit!!! You will not be disappointed.

    Great Place for Honeymoon!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    Simply fantastic!!! Susan & Michael are superb host. The inn is beautiful and has a stunning view of Booth Bay Harbor. Located close to everything it was perfect for seeing the sights within Booth Bay Harbor and visiting other points of interest close by (Pemaquid Point Light House). The breakfast were absolutely delicious. We hope to stay here many times over the next few years. A hearty thank you to Susan and Michael for helping make our honeymoon such a wonderful experience.

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