Woodlawn Museum, Gardens and Park – The Black House

Woodlawn Museum, also known as the Black House, is a historic estate and house museum located in Ellsworth, ME. The 180-acre estate features a beautifully preserved, Federal style mansion, lovely gardens, walking trails, and Maine’s only tournament-sized croquet court. If your Maine getaway travels take you in the direction of Acadia National Park and Downeast …

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Visit the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse

There are lots of historic, photogenic lighthouses to visit in Maine, but none is quite like the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse. This unique and historic lighthouse is perched at the end of a long, granite breakwater in Rockland, ME harbor. At first sight, one might assume that the 7/8 mile (1.4 km) long granite causeway leading …

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Visit The Farnsworth Art Museum and Wyeth Center

The Farnsworth Art Museum in beautiful Rockland, ME celebrates Maine’s role in American art with rotating exhibits of more than 15,000 artworks. The museum’s Wyeth Center is famous for its large collection of artworks from “America’s First Family of Art,” N.C., Andrew, and Jamie Wyeth. Art fans will not want to miss an opportunity to …

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Explore Camden, Maine with a Day Trip

Camden, Maine, “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea,” is a delightful seaside town just a little over a half an hour’s drive from Captain Nickels Inn. Peaceful and historic, Camden was rated number one in New England as one of the most beautiful towns in the United States. Camden is a popular MidCoast Maine destination …

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Discover Rockland, Maine With A Day Trip

Rockland, Maine is a classic, small, New England city located in the heart of Maine’s scenic MidCoast. The popular destination is known for its magnificent, rocky shoreline, thriving art scene, glorious harbor views, and the annual Maine Lobster Festival. Those looking to get out and experience Maine’s picturesque MidCoast will enjoy a day trip to …

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Best Holiday Festivals in MidCoast Maine

Once the temperatures start cooling and the leaves drop, a look at the calendar confirms what Mother Nature has been telling us.  Here comes the holiday season! We present our holiday round-up to guide you to the best holiday festivals MidCoast Maine has to offer. Maine is known for its picturesque seaside towns and villages. …

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A Day Trip to Castine, Maine

Castine, Maine, named by Yankee Magazine as one of the “10 Prettiest Coastal Towns in Maine,” is a quaint and historic seaside village on Penobscot Bay with more than 400 years of history to explore. The town is on the National Historic Register and home to the Maine Maritime Academy, Dyce Head Lighthouse, several historic …

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A Romantic Valentine’s Day Getaway To Remember

Looking to treat that someone special in your life to a romantic, Maine coast, Valentine’s Day getaway? Great idea! Captain Nickels Inn can help make it the best ever with our romantic Maine lodging specials and packages. When it comes to romantic, New England vacation spots, Maine is the place. Our iconic, craggy coastline, historic …

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Treat Them to a Romantic Maine Getaway

While, February, as they say, is for lovers and few places are as romantic as the Maine coast in winter. You can let that special someone in your life know how much they mean to you anytime of the year with a romantic Maine getaway at Captain Nickels Inn. We make it easy with our …

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Winter Events in MidCoast Maine

With so many winter events in MidCoast Maine, it’s time to start planning! During your stay, there will also be plenty of time to participate in some fun winter sports along with some snuggle time by a cozy fire. The stereotypical portrayal of a native Mainer is often grizzled and gruff, but let us assure …

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FALL FOLIAGE ON THE COAST OF MAINE

 

And we can’t wait to share it with you!  With so much to do, one night is never enough. Stay two or more nights and enjoy a discounted stay.  No code needed – it is automatically applied when you book direct.

 

Want a little extra room? Our newest room, renovated in 2023, is the Willard Room. It is located on the third floor with partial water views, a separate sitting room, and a jetted walk-in shower.