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 …
Read MoreGive the gift of a Maine coast getaway this holiday season with Captain Nickels Inn gift certificates! Why settle for giving a mere object when you can gift them the vacation experience of a lifetime? Captain Nickels Inn loves sharing the wonders of Maine with our guests. The location of our historic, MidCoast Maine inn …
Read MoreGet set for a fun-filled Independence Day weekend in Searsport as we celebrate both the Maine Bicentennial and Searsport’s 175th Birthday. Events include Tall Ships Festival 2021, a 175th birthday parade, live concert and picnic, a huge fireworks display, and so much more! July 1-5, 2021 in Searsport Maine. After a year of pandemic postponements …
Read MoreThe days are getting shorter, and the temperatures are dropping, which can mean only one thing: it’s time to plan that Maine fall foliage getaway! Autumn is a magical season. While it marks the end of warm summer fun and the inevitable march towards winter, it also brings with it a stunning panoply of colors. …
Read MoreMaine has been at the forefront of the craft beer movement since 1996, with craft breweries and micropubs found all over the state. Plans are underway for the opening of Searsport’s first brewery in the summer of 2023, until then there are several popular Maine breweries quite close by. Locally produced craft beers are a …
Read MoreMilitary fans, history buffs, and anyone who enjoys eye-popping views will enjoy a visit to Fort Knox Maine State Park. At more than 150 years old, it is Maine’s largest historic fort and one of the best-preserved military fortifications in New England. Fort Knox State Park is located on the west bank of the Penobscot …
Read MoreEnjoy panoramic views of Penobscot Bay, tide pools teeming with life, hiking trails, and more with a visit to Moose Point State Park. Less than five minutes down the road from our Searsport bed and breakfast, Captain Nickels Inn. Maine’s rugged coastline is iconic and one of the most scenic parts of the entire country. …
Read MorePenobscot Marine Museum tells the story of Maine’s rich maritime history through art and artifacts on a campus of thirteen historic and modern buildings, presented as a 19th century seafaring village. Maine’s oldest maritime museum is just a minute down Main Street from our historic, Searsport bed and breakfast, Captain Nickels Inn. Whether you’re an …
Read MoreDawn and I have a tendency of going on adventures. ‘Adventures’ meaning we get lost, but usually find something amazing along the way. We have a tendency to follow dirt mountain roads until they turn into footpaths, having to back our truck through the woods for a mile before we can turn around, or not …
Read MoreTake a Step Inside Our Special Event Recently we were thrilled to host our exciting Murder Mystery Weekend at Captain Nickels Inn! Though we can’t go back in time and give you a chance to join in on all the fun, we are excited to share the weekend with you so you can see the …
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