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    The Thistle Inn, built in 1861 as the home of a prominent Sea Captain, has been welcoming guests since 1960. The Thistle Inn stands at the entrance to Boothbay Harbor, a vibrant and picturesque port village on the coast of Maine. The Inn's period character, unique setting and long history, make it a perfect choice for vacations, honeymoons, anniversary gifts, and romantic getaways. The Thistle Inn is within easy walking distance of all the attractions Boothbay Harbor has to offer. Our 6 elegant guest rooms, casual pub and fine dining restaurant are sure to please. Come enjoy all that The Thistle Inn and Boothbay Harbor have to offer. Please check for additional availability our website .thethistleinn

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Economical rates

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Ceiling fans

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Conference Rooms

    • Library

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • The Dory Pub

    • The Thistle Inn Restaurant

    • Massage Services as of 6/15/2011

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  • American Eagle

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$159

    American Eagle has a king sized sleigh bed, armoire, beautiful striped drapes and a shower in the bath. Rate Includes Breakfast May 20th-Columbus Day Weekend.

    Sherman Zwicker

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$159

    Up one flight of stairs, this room has been completely renovated and contains a beautiful four-poster queen bed and period armoire. An adjoining bedroom was converted into an oversized private bath with bead-board walls, a dressing stand and a bathtub with shower. Rate Includes Breakfast May 20th-Columbus Day Weekend..

    Timberwind

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$159

    Originally built as an artist studio this recent addition to the Inn is now a unique and spacious guest room. The room boasts vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, four large skylights with retractable shades, track lighting, ceiling fan, ample closet space and a new bath with a shower. Timberwind has a private entrance that is up one flight of stairs. Rate Includes Breakfast May 20th-Columbus Day Weekend. Breakfast is not served in the off-season.

    Victory Chimes

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$159

    Located on the ground floor, at the inn entrance, Victory Chimes has a beautiful king size bed, large bathroom with bathtub and shower. Decorated in calming greens and espresso finish furnishings, this room is both easy to access and comfortable. Rate Includes Breakfast May 20th-Columbus Day Weekend.

    Heritage

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$159

    Located on the third floor Heritage is a spacious room with distant views of the footbridge and inner harbor. There is a large dressing area and the bath has a bathtub with shower. Rate Includes Breakfast May 20th-Columbus Day Weekend.

    Appledore

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$159

    Located on the third floor of the main house, Appledore is the favorite room of several of our guests. With its original arched windows and queen size sleigh bed, this room is very cozy. The room has a sitting area and a private bath with bathtub and shower. Rate Includes Breakfast May 20th-Columbus Day Weekend.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm    Check out: 11am

    • Minimum stay: In season weekend have a 2-night minimum

    • Deposit amount required: Reservations of one or two nights are guaranteed by a charge of 100% of your stay at the time of initial booking. Stays of three or more nights are secured with 50% of your total stay.

    • Cancellations: A cancellation surcharge of $20 will be charged for all cancellations. If the reservation is cancelled within 10 days of the arrival date, one night will be charged for stays up to four nights; two nights will be charged for stays of five nights or more. If the reservation is cancelled within 2 days of the arrival date we will charge for the full stay.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: In restaurant

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: The Timberwind room is available for families

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full (no breakfast in off season)

    • Time Served: 8:30-9:30

    • Serving location: Outside on our porch, Breakfast Room

    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • Downtown

    • Small town

    • Village

    City

    • Portland

    • Distance to city: 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      I-95 North to I-295 North. From I-295 use either Exit 28 through Brunswick to Route 1 North. Follow coastal Route 1 North past Bath and through the village of Wiscasset. Just after crossing the long bridge over the Sheepscot River, follow the signs to turn RIGHT on Route 27 South. Travel on Route 27 South about 12 miles through Edgecomb, then Boothbay, and finally Boothbay Harbor. Proceed straight ahead at the traffic light (Hannaford market on right). As you enter the harbor, there is a fork in the road (The First National Bank is in the center of the fork), stay to the right. You are now on Oak Street and The Thistle Inn will be on your left.

    Airport

    • Portland, ME (PWM-Intl. Jet Port) 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From I-295 use either Exit 28 through Brunswick to Route 1 North. Follow coastal Route 1 North past Bath and through the village of Wiscasset. Just after crossing the long bridge over the Sheepscot River, follow the signs to turn RIGHT on Route 27 South. Travel on Route 27 South about 12 miles through Edgecomb, then Boothbay, and finally Boothbay Harbor. Proceed straight ahead at the traffic light (Hannaford market on right). As you enter the harbor, there is a fork in the road (The First National Bank is in the center of the fork), stay to the right. You are now on Oak Street and The Thistle Inn will be on your left.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Maine Coastal Botanical Gardens

    • Boothbay Opera House

    • Railway Village

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

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    Very pleased!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    I was in Maine on business in February and everything was closed. I emailed the innkeeper and she responded quickly that she had a room. I was getting in late and she was very accommodating. My room was very nice. There was even a small refrigerator. The Inn is right in the heart of BoothBay Harbor, walking distance of the wharf, and the rest of the village. I did not get to eat there because of my schedule but I will try it when I come back!

    Nice Mini break at the Thistle inn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The room was great! It was clean and spacious we loved the huge windows! There was a great atmosphere at the bar even in the middle of winter the pub was full! We had a great time the food was very good the only complaint would be the buffalo chicken tenders were very dry. The rest of the food was awesome!

    Off Season Stay in Boothbay Harbor

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The Thistle Inn was really lovely. The owners were great and the pub downstairs was pleasantly busy for an off season stay. I strongly recommend the fried scallops - possibly the best I have ever had. (I don't say that lightly having grown up on the cape.)

    Great honeymoon spot!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We didn't have the opportunity to dine at the inn, but our experience was outstanding nonetheless... We'll definitely be back!

    off season stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    we were there in off season, so that we did not test the breakfast and dining. for us the street was a little bit to loud in the morning. boothbay is very nice, small place.

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