A restored shipbuilders manse located next to the Kennebunk river with all the latest amenities including working fireplaces for a relaxing romantic getaway. Let us pamper you with a terrific Dutch breakfast and afternoon tea in the Inn's historic parlor or in the shade of our large oak trees.

The Inn has had several famous owners. The original Dutch grambrel was constructed by one Waldo Emerson in 1753. It is the oldest remaining house in Kennebunk. Waldo, great-uncle of Ralph Waldo Emerson, the poet/essayist, made a tidy profit building clipper ships on the river behind the house. It was inherited, through marriage, by Theodore Lyman, who made a fortune building ships on the site and added the enormous addition in 1784, as a wedding gift for his second wife. Theodore sold the home in 1804, to build the now-famous Lyman Estate and Greenhouses in Waltham, Mass.

The house was purchased by John Bourne, father of 15 children, one of whom was George Washington Bourne, the builder of the famous "Wedding Cake House" next door.

The inn is a wonderful recollection of the past. You enter directly into the 252-year-old keeping room, with its hand-hewn oak timbers hung with dried flowers, pewter, and copper.

During your stay, please stop by Mainely Quilts and gift shop, located in the carriage house next to the Inn. You'll find the latest local creations. Heirloom quality quilts and wallhangings, often taking hundreds of hours to create, grace homes all over the world. You also will find a wide selection of fabrics, quilting supplies and novelties. The Inn is open year round.

All occupancy rates are subject to change

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 165.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 20.00
• Other Accommodations: Experience the Kennebunks
  Two day minimum stay may be required during summer and holiday weekends.
  
  Open year round. Winter season rates ($100.00 - $145.00) are in effect from November 1 until May 1 except for holidays.
  
  Winter (November, December, January and February): mid-week specials (except holidays)
  - stay two nights with the 2nd night at half the rate.
  - stay three nights with the third night on the house and it includes the fireplace
  
  All occupancy rates are subject to change. State and local taxes may apply. Please note that the weekend and midweek specials may have a limited availabilty.
  
  Rates are subject to change without notice.

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, 3 Mls to fantastic Beaches - Great Surfing, 3 Mls from Dock Square with its distinctive shops, Hiking and Bike Trails - lots of Antique Shops, Brick Store and Trolley Museums, Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge, Laudholm Farm, Franciscan Monastery, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Horseshoes, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Two large Factory Outlet Malls nearby, Farmers markets, Stone Store Museum, Cross Country and Down Hill Skiing, Deep Sea Fishing & Whale Watching, Summer and Winter Theater Nearby, Light Houses and Whale Watching, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Tennis racket rental, Water sports

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