There’s a quiet magic to Maine’s coast—the kind that invites you to breathe deeper, think bigger, and reconnect with what matters most. It’s one of the reasons we love calling Searsport home, and it’s why so many small leadership teams choose Captain Nickels Inn for their corporate retreats. Here, the pace slows just enough for …
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There’s a special kind of beauty to winter on Maine’s coast. At Captain Nickels Inn, we love this season for its quiet charm and cozy coastal atmosphere. Our New England town comes alive with snowy landscapes, festive holiday events, and endless ways to enjoy the outdoors. Then, after a day of exploring, unwind by the …
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Welcome to Captain Nickels Inn! Located in the heart of Maine’s stunning coastal region, our inn is the perfect home base for exploring the best that the area has to offer. What makes us truly unique is that we’re at the center of so many incredible destinations, allowing you to experience adventures in all directions …
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Updated February 2024 It has come to our attention that as much as we love it, Google Maps is not always savvy or in-the-know. It’s sending guests from the south through windy back country roads that are neither the quickest nor the most scenic routes. You need to know this for the best directions …
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Maine is a picturesque destination known for its rugged coastline, charming coastal towns, and abundant maritime activities. In Searsport, we appreciate the beautiful seas that surround us, as did the nearly 300 seafaring captains that called the head of Penobscot Bay home in the 19th century. For those seeking to immerse themselves in the nautical …
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With the close of 2022, we saw the end of our major interior projects and can begin to look towards a spring filled with exterior restoration work on our historic home. This will include replacing windows and clapboards and reproducing and replacing original trim and dental molding (when needed), not to mention painting – lots …
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With the new year, we find ourselves reflecting over the last year at our Maine Coast bed and breakfast, Captain Nickels Inn. Looking back and remembering all the fun we had sharing MidCoast Maine with our wonderful guests. We truly do feel lucky. Not just because we live in this historic seaside sanctuary on the …
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