Ware Street Inn

52 Ware Street
Lewiston Maine 4240
USA

http://www.warestreetinn.com

Phone: +1-207-783-8171
Fax: +1-207-783-2487
Toll-free: +1-877-783-8171

General Information

Comfort and gracious personal service abound in an inviting unpretentious atmosphere creating a feeling of warmth and welcome at this elegant home across the street from Bates College and convenient to the business district. Original 1940's charm enhanced by bright, airy decor. Each distinctive guest room offers private bath, cable TV with VCR, air conditioning, comfortable large bed, phone with modem jack, and desk stocked with the business traveler in mind. Locally made confections on your pillow at bedtime assure sweet dreams until you awaken to wonderful aromas of a scrumptious breakfast buffet (the innkeeper is an award-winning cook) which, on its own, will beckon you back.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 110.00 and $ 210.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 40.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Turndown Service
  • VCR
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Computer
  • Copier
  • DVD Player
  • Fax Machine
  • Fireplace
  • Library
  • Videos

Other Amenities: Guest refrigerator stocked with bottled water/soda, Candy dishes/biscotti jar, Laundry/dry cleaning service available, Patio/terrace

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 7 - 9:30 a.m.
  • Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
  • Special meals available: Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is Stuffed French Toast
    Lucious pockets of French baguette stuffed with cream cheese and home made jam dipped in a rich egg batter and grilled til golden brown . . . served with Maine maple syrup.

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (on high demand weekends)
  • Smoking is allowed outside only
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (non-alcoholic drinks available)
  • Check in time is 3:00 p.m. and Check out time is 11:00 a.m.
  • Cancellations:
    Credit card number guarantees room. No charge for room if cancellation three days prior to arrival date. Always a $15 cancellation fee.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Lewiston-Auburn Economic Growth Council
    • Maine Innkeepers Association
    • Maine Lakes & Mountains Tourism Council
    • Maine Tourism Association
    • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
    • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Award-winning cook
  • College travel
  • Comfortable decor
  • Detailed amenities
  • Outstanding hospitality
  • Spacious grounds in city
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Colonial
  • Built in 1940
  • Opened for business in 1999
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1999
  • Parking available

Location

  • Location is best described as: Central Maine, City
  • Nearest major city: Portland, ME (35 miles south)
  • Directions to property:
    Exit 80 off Maine Turnpike. Follow signs to Bates College. Turn right on Ware Street off College Street. On corner of Ware and College Streets.
  • Nearest major airport: PWM 35 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Same as below.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Jan & Mike Barrett
    Mike is a sports enthusiast, cyclist and runner, restores classic cars, and maintains, upgrades, and repairs the Inn . . . Jan's background is in politics, she's an award-winning cook and photographer, and she's active in community service. Maxwell & Sadie, their Shih Tzus, are the inn's "Official Greeters."
  • The innkeepers speak: English, French
  • There are 2 dogs on the property

Area Attractions

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, Balloon Festival, Live Theater, Ethnic Festivals, Concert series, Liberty Festival, Dance Festival, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Mountain Bike trails, Moto-X Racing, State Parks, Bird Sanctuary, Walking tours, Ski rentals