Harbor View Inn

PO Box 791
Newcastle Maine 04553
USA

http://www.theharborview.com

Phone: +1-207-563-2900

General Information

The Harbor View Inn sits high on a knoll providing a spectacular view of the Damariscotta/Newcastle harbor. The property features perennial and annual gardens with benches and birdbaths plus a hillside of wildflowers.

Original art and antiques create an atmosphere of casual elegance in a relaxed and gracious living space. The large beamed living room with nine windows provides spectacular harbor views day and night and opens to a large deck.

Other common areas include the dining room with its old brick fireplace and the second floor reading-room, both overlooking the Damariscotta River.

Guest rooms are large and airy with private tiled baths, satellite TV, wi-fi, decks and fireplaces. Beds are king and queen sized (twins also available) and are appointed with fresh flowers. The rooms also provide comfortable chairs plus excellent lighting for reading in bed.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 3 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 115.00 and $ 160.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 125.00 and $ 195.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Alarm clock
  • Ceiling fans
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Private entrance
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • Board games
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Piano

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8 am
  • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is Madeira Mushrooms in Puff Pastry
    Madeira Mushrooms in Puff Pastry are most frequently served with fresh asparagus, sauteed tomatoes, and country ham. They are a popular item with mushroom lovers A variety of mushrooms are most often used in the preparation of this dish.

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is allowed outside only (Limitted to the grounds only)
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying (Over 12)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Bring your own)
  • Deposit amount required (One half of the total stay amount - a minimum of one night's stay.)
  • Check in time is 3-7 pm and Check out time is 11 am
  • Cancellations:
    Deposits are refundable if a reservation is canceled 10 days prior to the reservation date. For late cancellation, we will refund your deposit if we are able to re-rent the room. No refund for rooms not re-rented.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
Discounts available:
  Commercial visitors 
 15%Length of Stay of Seven DaysMinimum stay: 7 days

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Excellent views
  • Gourmet food
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Built in 1841
  • Opened for business in 1997
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1997
  • Access for the disabled is limited
  • Parking available

Location

  • Geographic region: Mid Coast Maine
  • Location is best described as: Overlooks harbor from knoll, Village
  • Nearest major city: Boothbay, Brunswick. Camden, ME (20 miles South, South, North)
  • Nearest major airport: PWM 60 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Take the Maine Turnpike I-95 (toll road) north to Exit 52 where you pick up 295 (freeway). Continue on 295 to Exit 28 (Brunswick/Bath-Coastal Route 1). Proceed onto Route 1 for 25 miles to the Newcastle/Damariscotta Exit (Business Route 1 North, Route 129,Route 130, and Route 215). After .2 miles, turn into the first driveway on your left (the Harbor View Inn) after leaving the exit ramp.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Joe McEntee/Jean Lannan
    Twenty years ago, Joe McEntee left the corporate world to enter culinary school and then worked as chef and manager of several of Philadelphia's premier restaurants. In December of 1996, he purchased the home which is now the Harbor View Inn to begin a new career in the Bed and Breakfast Business.
  • The innkeepers speak: English, Spanish
  • There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Whale Watching Excursions, L.L. Bean in Freeport, Monhegan Island Cruises, Round Top Art Center, Farnsworth Museum, Maine State Music Theater, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming