Welcome to "Crow's Nest" on Orr's Island - What to Do, Where to Go!
City/town information
Your stay is at “Crow’s Nest”, our summer home, on Orr’s Island in Harpswell. We included Brunswick, Freeport, and Boothbay Harbor as they are close and often visited and Bar Harbor, a bit farther away but worth the trip!
Your stay is on Orr's Island, an island in Casco Bay and the Gulf of Maine, part of the Atlantic Ocean. The island is within the town of Harpswell, Maine, and forms an archipelago with Sebascodegan Island (also known as Great Island) to its north and, to the south, is connected to Bailey's Island by the renowned Cribstone Bridge, which is the only one left in the world of its type. Harpswell proper is located across the bay and easily accessible by car with great trails, walks, scenery, historic places, and restaurants.
You get to Orr's Island via Great Island by the Orr's Island/Great Island Bridge, which is connected to the town of Brunswick on the mainland by Route 24 north over the Gurnet Bridge.
Bowdoin College operates a 118-acre coastal studies centre on Orr's Island with beautiful FREE walking trails, bring your pups (please see that listing for more details).
Orrs Island
Your stay is on Orr's Island, an island in Casco Bay and the Gulf of Maine, part of the Atlantic Ocean. The island is within the town of Harpswell, Maine, and forms an archipelago with Sebascodegan Island (also known as Great Island) to its north and, to the south, is connected to Bailey's Island by the renowned Cribstone Bridge, which is the only one left in the world of its type. Harpswell proper is located across the bay and easily accessible by car with great trails, walks, scenery, historic places, and restaurants.
You get to Orr's Island via Great Island by the Orr's Island/Great Island Bridge, which is connected to the town of Brunswick on the mainland by Route 24 north over the Gurnet Bridge.
Bowdoin College operates a 118-acre coastal studies centre on Orr's Island with beautiful FREE walking trails, bring your pups (please see that listing for more details).
~13 miles (~20-minute drive from the house) - "Old, original" Brunswick is home to Bowdoin College and its downtown is quaint with lots of shops, food shops, "Morning Glory" health food store, coffee shops, diverse restaurants (Asian-infused, Chinese, Indian, Irish, Japanese, Thai, Pizza, American, food trucks), old inns to eat or drink at, and has art & food fairs on the town green all summer long. Also, it has a laundromat(s), small hair salons, and other cute shops. Then you have what I call "Newer" Brunswick that is about 2-3 miles away from "Old, original" Brunswick on the way to the house at what Mainers call "Cook's Corner" where there are 2 large shopping centres with grocery, pharmacy, and big-box stores such as: Hannaford's supermarket (huge), Shaw's supermarket (huge), Super Walmart, CVS, Lowes, Staples, Pet Smart (pet supplies, foods, snacks, etc.), TJ Max, Dollar Tree, Goodwill, and more for ANY supplies you might need, a laundromat, gas stations, and other eateries such as Starbucks, Five Guys, KFC, Burger King, McDonald's, and a couple of other fast-food & pizza places.
Please search online to find out more using these search terms as ---> Maine, encyclopedia, Brunswick
Official Town Website --> Brunswick, Maine
56 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Brunswick
~13 miles (~20-minute drive from the house) - "Old, original" Brunswick is home to Bowdoin College and its downtown is quaint with lots of shops, food shops, "Morning Glory" health food store, coffee shops, diverse restaurants (Asian-infused, Chinese, Indian, Irish, Japanese, Thai, Pizza, American, food trucks), old inns to eat or drink at, and has art & food fairs on the town green all summer long. Also, it has a laundromat(s), small hair salons, and other cute shops. Then you have what I call "Newer" Brunswick that is about 2-3 miles away from "Old, original" Brunswick on the way to the house at what Mainers call "Cook's Corner" where there are 2 large shopping centres with grocery, pharmacy, and big-box stores such as: Hannaford's supermarket (huge), Shaw's supermarket (huge), Super Walmart, CVS, Lowes, Staples, Pet Smart (pet supplies, foods, snacks, etc.), TJ Max, Dollar Tree, Goodwill, and more for ANY supplies you might need, a laundromat, gas stations, and other eateries such as Starbucks, Five Guys, KFC, Burger King, McDonald's, and a couple of other fast-food & pizza places.
Please search online to find out more using these search terms as ---> Maine, encyclopedia, Brunswick
Official Town Website --> Brunswick, Maine
~22 miles (~35-minute drive from the house) - Freeport is a MUST see, be it on your way to the house, during your stay, or on the way home. It's a historic town in Cumberland County, Maine. Once home to a prominent shipbuilding industry, timber operations, and farming, it is now known for being the home of L.L. Bean outfitters, excellent microbreweries, restaurants, numerous outlet stores, and parks such as Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park, and the Desert of Maine. Freeport is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area. The Harraseeket Historic District is in Freeport.
Please see search online for Freeport Maine for more information using these keywords ---> Maine, encyclopedia, Freeport
and/or Official Town Website, Freeport, Maine
202 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Freeport
~22 miles (~35-minute drive from the house) - Freeport is a MUST see, be it on your way to the house, during your stay, or on the way home. It's a historic town in Cumberland County, Maine. Once home to a prominent shipbuilding industry, timber operations, and farming, it is now known for being the home of L.L. Bean outfitters, excellent microbreweries, restaurants, numerous outlet stores, and parks such as Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park, and the Desert of Maine. Freeport is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area. The Harraseeket Historic District is in Freeport.
Please see search online for Freeport Maine for more information using these keywords ---> Maine, encyclopedia, Freeport
and/or Official Town Website, Freeport, Maine
~40 miles (~60-minute drive from the house due to the various side roads and lower speed limits) via ME-24 N and US-1 N - This STUNNING town revolves around old & beautiful inns, great wharf, and restaurants and calls itself "the soul of the coast," the residents of Boothbay Harbor are proud of their seaside town, with its bright summer colours and beautiful snowy winters. A popular sailing and kayaking destination, Boothbay offers more than just boats. There's delicious seafood, seasonal festivals, and plenty of nature trails to explore. Kids will love visiting Fritz, the 23-pound lobster at the Maine State Aquarium, while adults enjoy jazz concerts or comedy shows at the historic Opera House. Note: Airbnb does not list the town, thus why Harbor Inn comes up, but when at Boothbay / Boothbay Harbor all is walkable and fun!
Boothbay Harbor Inn
~40 miles (~60-minute drive from the house due to the various side roads and lower speed limits) via ME-24 N and US-1 N - This STUNNING town revolves around old & beautiful inns, great wharf, and restaurants and calls itself "the soul of the coast," the residents of Boothbay Harbor are proud of their seaside town, with its bright summer colours and beautiful snowy winters. A popular sailing and kayaking destination, Boothbay offers more than just boats. There's delicious seafood, seasonal festivals, and plenty of nature trails to explore. Kids will love visiting Fritz, the 23-pound lobster at the Maine State Aquarium, while adults enjoy jazz concerts or comedy shows at the historic Opera House. Note: Airbnb does not list the town, thus why Harbor Inn comes up, but when at Boothbay / Boothbay Harbor all is walkable and fun!
~165 miles (~3-hr drive from the house due to the various side roads and lower speed limits) - Bar Harbor, Maine is the gateway to Acadia National Park, one of America's most visited national parks, and the largest community on Mount Desert Island. Bar Harbor is a town on Mount Desert Island along Maine’s Frenchman Bay. It serves as a gateway to the mountains and cliffs of neighbouring Acadia National Park. Towering over the park, Cadillac Mountain has trails and views of the town, the bay and the Cranberry Islands. Sand Beach is ringed by mountains. From the town pier, the Shore Path winds along the bay overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Porcupine Islands. Is it worth visiting Bar Harbor Maine? Heck yeah, since this gorgeous town on Mount Desert Island overlooks stunning Frenchman Bay, is easily one of the best beach towns in Maine, and is the unofficial getaway to the ethereal beauty of Acadia National Park. So yes, clearly a visit to Bar Harbor is a total must for anyone planning a trip to Maine.
Bar Harbor, Maine 04609, EE. UU.
~165 miles (~3-hr drive from the house due to the various side roads and lower speed limits) - Bar Harbor, Maine is the gateway to Acadia National Park, one of America's most visited national parks, and the largest community on Mount Desert Island. Bar Harbor is a town on Mount Desert Island along Maine’s Frenchman Bay. It serves as a gateway to the mountains and cliffs of neighbouring Acadia National Park. Towering over the park, Cadillac Mountain has trails and views of the town, the bay and the Cranberry Islands. Sand Beach is ringed by mountains. From the town pier, the Shore Path winds along the bay overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Porcupine Islands. Is it worth visiting Bar Harbor Maine? Heck yeah, since this gorgeous town on Mount Desert Island overlooks stunning Frenchman Bay, is easily one of the best beach towns in Maine, and is the unofficial getaway to the ethereal beauty of Acadia National Park. So yes, clearly a visit to Bar Harbor is a total must for anyone planning a trip to Maine.
Favourite food & adult beverages with scenery for lunch or dinner (near property)
These are establishments that are close to the property, family favourites, MUST DOs, and easy to get to with beautiful scenic views along the way!
1.5 miles from the house - Year-round check dates & times, closed Monday & Tuesday (no clue why) - One of our favourites and. MUST DO (more than once is often the case and encouraged) with beautiful views of Casco Bay & Harpswell Sound on one side and historic Cribstone Bridge on the other side, awesome at sunsets. Inside & patio dining and outside tables along the point to eat (pups can join that area ONLY). Great seafood and has all types of food for lunch & dinner. Renowned for its "chowda" and coleslaw, it has a wonderful selection of beers. Bands play on the outside patio on weekends during the summer months. Also has live lobsters for purchase in its wharf; try Glen's Lobsters first for live lobsters to cook at the house as they are less expensive there and we love to support them too (see "Food scene (near property)" section).
61 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cook's Lobster & Ale House
68 Garrison Cove Road1.5 miles from the house - Year-round check dates & times, closed Monday & Tuesday (no clue why) - One of our favourites and. MUST DO (more than once is often the case and encouraged) with beautiful views of Casco Bay & Harpswell Sound on one side and historic Cribstone Bridge on the other side, awesome at sunsets. Inside & patio dining and outside tables along the point to eat (pups can join that area ONLY). Great seafood and has all types of food for lunch & dinner. Renowned for its "chowda" and coleslaw, it has a wonderful selection of beers. Bands play on the outside patio on weekends during the summer months. Also has live lobsters for purchase in its wharf; try Glen's Lobsters first for live lobsters to cook at the house as they are less expensive there and we love to support them too (see "Food scene (near property)" section).
1 mile from the house - Seasonal check dates & times - Located in the old Prince’s store building on Orr’s Island, Maine, accessible by land or by sea. Enjoy beautiful views of Harpswell Sound and the historic Cribstone Bridge from tables on the wharf or under the awning on the shore. We go in the mornings for fresh-brewed Carrabassett Coffee, homemade Maine blueberry muffins, scones, and breakfast sandwiches and for lunch, they have delicious chowders, fresh lobster rolls, fresh crabmeat rolls, deli sandwiches on Alison’s fresh-baked homemade bread, homemade fruit pies and other delicious baked goods. AND, they are famous for their blueberry pies that you often have to order a day in advance = a MUST!
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Salt Cod Cafe
1894 Harpswell Islands Rd1 mile from the house - Seasonal check dates & times - Located in the old Prince’s store building on Orr’s Island, Maine, accessible by land or by sea. Enjoy beautiful views of Harpswell Sound and the historic Cribstone Bridge from tables on the wharf or under the awning on the shore. We go in the mornings for fresh-brewed Carrabassett Coffee, homemade Maine blueberry muffins, scones, and breakfast sandwiches and for lunch, they have delicious chowders, fresh lobster rolls, fresh crabmeat rolls, deli sandwiches on Alison’s fresh-baked homemade bread, homemade fruit pies and other delicious baked goods. AND, they are famous for their blueberry pies that you often have to order a day in advance = a MUST!
1.25 miles - Seasonal check dates & times - A family favourite for lunch and dinner with an amazing view of the Atlantic Ocean and right next to the renowned Cribstone Bridge (only one left in the world). Not a big restaurant (we love that), charming, and has awesome outdoor seating is available on their dock and inside too. A simple menu, mainly seafood, and unique adult beverages. Great for kids too. Basically, a must-do when they are open for the "season". Not open year-round so check/call if you are here in April, May, September, and October.
Sundrenched
1.25 miles - Seasonal check dates & times - A family favourite for lunch and dinner with an amazing view of the Atlantic Ocean and right next to the renowned Cribstone Bridge (only one left in the world). Not a big restaurant (we love that), charming, and has awesome outdoor seating is available on their dock and inside too. A simple menu, mainly seafood, and unique adult beverages. Great for kids too. Basically, a must-do when they are open for the "season". Not open year-round so check/call if you are here in April, May, September, and October.
~2 miles from the house - Seasonal check dates & times - Love the owner who we have known for 30+ years, quality food, and right next to BIGS (Bailey Island General Store). AWESOME breakfast and good for lunch or early dinner. No views as with other restaurants but sometimes will have a live band and we love to support our local peeps. The hours open are a bit odd so I'd call beforehand or just stop by while driving around or visiting BIGS (another MUST) and the Giant's Stairs Trail (see that listing under "Sightseeing" section)!
Fishnet Cafe
~2 miles from the house - Seasonal check dates & times - Love the owner who we have known for 30+ years, quality food, and right next to BIGS (Bailey Island General Store). AWESOME breakfast and good for lunch or early dinner. No views as with other restaurants but sometimes will have a live band and we love to support our local peeps. The hours open are a bit odd so I'd call beforehand or just stop by while driving around or visiting BIGS (another MUST) and the Giant's Stairs Trail (see that listing under "Sightseeing" section)!
~3 miles from the house - Seasonal (mid to late June - September) call to check dates & times - Just down the road from the "Giant's Stairs Trail" (see that listing) on Bailey's Island, you can experience the Maine Coast as generations have at the Driftwood Inn for meals. Enjoy waterside porches for homestyle breakfasts and dinners to the spectacular view of Casco Bay and the working fishing boats and busy gulls along Little Harbor. Bell for Breakfast starts at 8:00 a.m. and Dinner at 6:00 p.m. MUST have dinner reservations in by 4:00 p.m. Note that accept cash or check ONLY.
The Driftwood Inn
81 Washington~3 miles from the house - Seasonal (mid to late June - September) call to check dates & times - Just down the road from the "Giant's Stairs Trail" (see that listing) on Bailey's Island, you can experience the Maine Coast as generations have at the Driftwood Inn for meals. Enjoy waterside porches for homestyle breakfasts and dinners to the spectacular view of Casco Bay and the working fishing boats and busy gulls along Little Harbor. Bell for Breakfast starts at 8:00 a.m. and Dinner at 6:00 p.m. MUST have dinner reservations in by 4:00 p.m. Note that accept cash or check ONLY.
~7 miles (~10-minute drive from the house) - Fine dining at its best with great wine selections and the dishes served are unique & awesome, the chef Maine-renowned. A bit pricey, but worth it; it's fun spoiling yourselves. :-) Usually, only open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and reservations are a must!
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
School House 1913
506 Harpswell Neck Rd~7 miles (~10-minute drive from the house) - Fine dining at its best with great wine selections and the dishes served are unique & awesome, the chef Maine-renowned. A bit pricey, but worth it; it's fun spoiling yourselves. :-) Usually, only open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and reservations are a must!
~15 miles (~22-minute drive from the house) - Seasonal check dates & times - A family favorite for late afternoon lunch and sunset dinners with great seafood and many other eclectic, non-seafood options. The drive to it is scenic and a MUST DO at least once (okay, maybe 2 or 3 times) during your stay. Also, Erica's Seafood (see that listing) lobster shack is 100 yards away for a classic Maine lobster roll, fish & chips, and other basic burgers, hotdogs, and fries.
81 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dolphin Marina & Restaurant
515 Basin Point Rd~15 miles (~22-minute drive from the house) - Seasonal check dates & times - A family favorite for late afternoon lunch and sunset dinners with great seafood and many other eclectic, non-seafood options. The drive to it is scenic and a MUST DO at least once (okay, maybe 2 or 3 times) during your stay. Also, Erica's Seafood (see that listing) lobster shack is 100 yards away for a classic Maine lobster roll, fish & chips, and other basic burgers, hotdogs, and fries.
~15 miles (~22-minute drive from the house) - Seasonal check dates & times - Next to Dolphin Marina & Restaurant (see that listing),
a family, fun spot offering a classic Maine lobster roll, fish & chips, and other basic burgers, hotdogs, and fries! Bring your own adult beverages (wine & beer) and enjoy outside with wonderful views of the Casco Bay for lunch or early dinner. Also has live lobsters for purchase.
29 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Erica's Seafood
505 Basin Point Rd~15 miles (~22-minute drive from the house) - Seasonal check dates & times - Next to Dolphin Marina & Restaurant (see that listing),
a family, fun spot offering a classic Maine lobster roll, fish & chips, and other basic burgers, hotdogs, and fries! Bring your own adult beverages (wine & beer) and enjoy outside with wonderful views of the Casco Bay for lunch or early dinner. Also has live lobsters for purchase.
~ 9 miles (~13-minute drive from the house) - Awesome food (eat there or take out) and fresh lobsters, fish of all types (local and otherwise), oysters, and mussels. Oh, their fresh Maine blueberry & apple pies are incredible too! A great place to check out on the way to the house or from the house on the way to shop in "New" Brunswick at Cook's Corner (~3 miles from "Old" Brunswick downtown near Bowdoin College).
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gurnet Trading Co.
602 Gurnet Rd~ 9 miles (~13-minute drive from the house) - Awesome food (eat there or take out) and fresh lobsters, fish of all types (local and otherwise), oysters, and mussels. Oh, their fresh Maine blueberry & apple pies are incredible too! A great place to check out on the way to the house or from the house on the way to shop in "New" Brunswick at Cook's Corner (~3 miles from "Old" Brunswick downtown near Bowdoin College).
~12 miles (~20-minute drive from the house) - Seasonal check dates & times - Family, fun spot offering a wide array of basic, fresh and delicious options such as lobsters, lobster rolls, fried seafood, fresh-cut & beer-battered haddock, and more, burgers, hot dogs, and fries also. Bring your own adult beverages (wine & beer) and enjoy the deck with wonderful views of the harbour for lunch or early dinner. Also has a small gift shop and general store next door.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Holbrook's Lobster Wharf + Grille
986 Cundy's Harbor Rd~12 miles (~20-minute drive from the house) - Seasonal check dates & times - Family, fun spot offering a wide array of basic, fresh and delicious options such as lobsters, lobster rolls, fried seafood, fresh-cut & beer-battered haddock, and more, burgers, hot dogs, and fries also. Bring your own adult beverages (wine & beer) and enjoy the deck with wonderful views of the harbour for lunch or early dinner. Also has a small gift shop and general store next door.
~13 miles (~20-minute drive from the house) - Listed near the property because it is not in "Brunswick-Old Downtown" and is located in "Brunswick-Cook's Corner" area, but it's close to Brunswick-Old Downtown. Brewery, wood-fired pizza (only), beer garden, and good times on Brunswick Landing. Easy and fun atmosphere with lots of outdoor space (w/ heaters). Sunny spots, shady spots, and plenty of space to hang out with your dog (and/or human kids, too). Great beer-tasting options too! Located in the former Small Arms Range on the re-developed Brunswick Naval Air Station (now called Brunswick Landing), Flight Deck has been named the “Best Tasting Room in Maine” by Down East Magazine - three times in a row. A robust calendar of family-friendly events, including live music, trivia, firepit s'mores, cornhole tournaments and more.
39 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Flight Deck Brewing
11 Atlantic Ave~13 miles (~20-minute drive from the house) - Listed near the property because it is not in "Brunswick-Old Downtown" and is located in "Brunswick-Cook's Corner" area, but it's close to Brunswick-Old Downtown. Brewery, wood-fired pizza (only), beer garden, and good times on Brunswick Landing. Easy and fun atmosphere with lots of outdoor space (w/ heaters). Sunny spots, shady spots, and plenty of space to hang out with your dog (and/or human kids, too). Great beer-tasting options too! Located in the former Small Arms Range on the re-developed Brunswick Naval Air Station (now called Brunswick Landing), Flight Deck has been named the “Best Tasting Room in Maine” by Down East Magazine - three times in a row. A robust calendar of family-friendly events, including live music, trivia, firepit s'mores, cornhole tournaments and more.
General Store - Basics, Food, Beer-Wine-Alcohol
You can do your main shopping for your stay in Brunswick on the way to the house, but “BIGS” has a lot of what you may need and we encourage our friends to shop & support local, family-owned establishments.
SPECIAL NOTE - Whichever store you buy Beer or Alcohol, Maine by law requires all stores to charge the SAME price. So, we encourage you to buy here and support our locals. :-)
~2 miles from the house - "BIGS" has many of the kitchen, snacks, and basics needed for what you may have forgotten (eggs, milk, butter, sugar, brownie mix, canned pumpkin ... batteries, band-aids, etc.) and it prepares & serves a wonderful, simple breakfast and lunch on-location or take-out and even has fresh-made pizza to go (wonderful for the kids at the house for lunch or dinner). Oh, and many say their lobster rolls are better than most restaurants (and they sell out). ALSO, they sell beer, wine, and alcohol and since all prices in Maine by law have to be the same wherever you buy these, we encourage you to buy here and support the locals. :-)
28 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bailey Island General Store
2124 Harpswell Islands Rd~2 miles from the house - "BIGS" has many of the kitchen, snacks, and basics needed for what you may have forgotten (eggs, milk, butter, sugar, brownie mix, canned pumpkin ... batteries, band-aids, etc.) and it prepares & serves a wonderful, simple breakfast and lunch on-location or take-out and even has fresh-made pizza to go (wonderful for the kids at the house for lunch or dinner). Oh, and many say their lobster rolls are better than most restaurants (and they sell out). ALSO, they sell beer, wine, and alcohol and since all prices in Maine by law have to be the same wherever you buy these, we encourage you to buy here and support the locals. :-)
Wine & Beer - Unique & Special and One of the Best in Maine
A special category as this is a one-of-a-kind, close to the house, and it really is amazing the number of high-quality & diverse global wines available at a very fair price!
~10-minute drive from the house - Sells exceptional fine wines, craft beers, and a selection of quality speciality foods including award-winning artisan chocolate and cheese. It's amazing what you find from their selection of 500+ different wines - specializing in small production, estate-grown wines - in stock from all over the world, in all price ranges, including vintage and allocated fine wine. They also carry wonderful local Maine wines and a selection of Maine craft beers. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND! :-)
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Black Sheep Wine and Beer Shop
105 Mountain Rd~10-minute drive from the house - Sells exceptional fine wines, craft beers, and a selection of quality speciality foods including award-winning artisan chocolate and cheese. It's amazing what you find from their selection of 500+ different wines - specializing in small production, estate-grown wines - in stock from all over the world, in all price ranges, including vintage and allocated fine wine. They also carry wonderful local Maine wines and a selection of Maine craft beers. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND! :-)
Food scene (near property)
These are very popular establishments that are close to the property and do not serve alcohol. They are easy to get to with beautiful scenic views along the way!
~2 miles from the house - LOBSTER ALERT - GO HERE!!! :-) Need lobsters to cook at the house? Glen's Lobsters is the place to go. It is not a restaurant and rather a wholesaler who also sells lobsters right off the boat. Glen's Lobsters is our favorite family, go-to place to get VERY reasonably priced and fresh lobsters caught each day and brought to their wharf. Our family has been going to Glen's for 60+ years! Closed on Sundays and MUST call ahead to check if they have what you want, as they might sell out. Normal hours are 10 am - 4 pm on other days, but make sure you call. Also, Glen's Lobsters is located at Mackerel Cove Landing (also listed under "Sightseeing"), which is HIGHLY suggested to visit because it's a wonderful, classic Maine visual experience of lobster and fishing boats in a stunning cove setting that opens up to the ocean with a small beach to walk, picnic benches to eat and enjoy the view, and two small fields. And all of it is very dog-friendly!
Glen's Lobsters
~2 miles from the house - LOBSTER ALERT - GO HERE!!! :-) Need lobsters to cook at the house? Glen's Lobsters is the place to go. It is not a restaurant and rather a wholesaler who also sells lobsters right off the boat. Glen's Lobsters is our favorite family, go-to place to get VERY reasonably priced and fresh lobsters caught each day and brought to their wharf. Our family has been going to Glen's for 60+ years! Closed on Sundays and MUST call ahead to check if they have what you want, as they might sell out. Normal hours are 10 am - 4 pm on other days, but make sure you call. Also, Glen's Lobsters is located at Mackerel Cove Landing (also listed under "Sightseeing"), which is HIGHLY suggested to visit because it's a wonderful, classic Maine visual experience of lobster and fishing boats in a stunning cove setting that opens up to the ocean with a small beach to walk, picnic benches to eat and enjoy the view, and two small fields. And all of it is very dog-friendly!
1/2 mile from the house - Easy walk and an easier bike ride from the house. Who doesn't like homemade candy and ice cream? All made daily, is delicious, and we've known the owners for generations. Many friends from all over the world have told us: "This is the best homemade candy I have ever had and the ice cream is awesome." A MUST for a midday snack or post-dinner dessert on your way home from Cook's Lobster & Ale House (on the way) or anywhere else!
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Island Candy Company
1795 Harpswell Islands Rd1/2 mile from the house - Easy walk and an easier bike ride from the house. Who doesn't like homemade candy and ice cream? All made daily, is delicious, and we've known the owners for generations. Many friends from all over the world have told us: "This is the best homemade candy I have ever had and the ice cream is awesome." A MUST for a midday snack or post-dinner dessert on your way home from Cook's Lobster & Ale House (on the way) or anywhere else!
Harpswell Corner Market is a new business located at the site of the former and historic Vegetable Corner. The store has been a gathering spot for locals as well as visitors to the area for many years, with people stopping by for coffee and baked goods, or groceries and a chat closer to home. Corner Market builds on this history and offers a small market filled with local produce and groceries, as well as delicious breakfast pastries, breads, and sandwiches. Come by for the things you need and leave with some things you love! We have always loved this place!
Harpswell Corner Market
Harpswell Corner Market is a new business located at the site of the former and historic Vegetable Corner. The store has been a gathering spot for locals as well as visitors to the area for many years, with people stopping by for coffee and baked goods, or groceries and a chat closer to home. Corner Market builds on this history and offers a small market filled with local produce and groceries, as well as delicious breakfast pastries, breads, and sandwiches. Come by for the things you need and leave with some things you love! We have always loved this place!
~15-minute drive from the house - Pammy's Ice Cream Parlor on Harpswell on the way to/from Dolphin Marina & Restaurant. Entertainment most summer weekends and drive to and from is picturesque along the main road speckled with original homes, churches, and other sites.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pammy’s Ice Cream Parlor
1410 Harpswell Neck Rd~15-minute drive from the house - Pammy's Ice Cream Parlor on Harpswell on the way to/from Dolphin Marina & Restaurant. Entertainment most summer weekends and drive to and from is picturesque along the main road speckled with original homes, churches, and other sites.
~20-minute drive from the house - Recommended to stock up on your way to the house - Morning Glory Natural Foods is located on Maine Street in downtown Brunswick. We are a family-owned, independent natural food store specializing in local and organically grown foods. We offer a wide variety of speciality wines and cheese. Fresh bread is delivered daily from local bakers. We work with local farmers to provide the freshest local organic produce available. Herbal and nutrition staff consultants are available Monday through Friday and offer personalized customer support.
30 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Morning Glory Natural Foods
60 Maine St~20-minute drive from the house - Recommended to stock up on your way to the house - Morning Glory Natural Foods is located on Maine Street in downtown Brunswick. We are a family-owned, independent natural food store specializing in local and organically grown foods. We offer a wide variety of speciality wines and cheese. Fresh bread is delivered daily from local bakers. We work with local farmers to provide the freshest local organic produce available. Herbal and nutrition staff consultants are available Monday through Friday and offer personalized customer support.
~20-minute drive from the house - Wild Oats is a locally-owned, from-scratch bakery, deli and cafe near downtown Brunswick. All of our food is made by hand and from scratch by 20-plus devoted chefs and support staff from the most all-natural and fresh ingredients possible. Make sure to check open times as they say they're open from 8:00 - 3:30 PM 7 days a week.
47 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Wild Oats Bakery & Cafe
166 Admiral Fitch Avenue~20-minute drive from the house - Wild Oats is a locally-owned, from-scratch bakery, deli and cafe near downtown Brunswick. All of our food is made by hand and from scratch by 20-plus devoted chefs and support staff from the most all-natural and fresh ingredients possible. Make sure to check open times as they say they're open from 8:00 - 3:30 PM 7 days a week.
Favourite food & adult beverages with scenery for lunch or dinner (Brunswick-Old Downtown)
These are popular restaurants, inns, and other establishments all in "Old Downtown" Brunswick where Bowdoin College is located and only a 15-20 minute drive from our house - and on the way to our house - that serve lunch and/or dinner, the Inns have great breakfasts too. We love options and now you have them!
We love "Old Downtown", historic Brunswick that is walkable and my dog is named Joshua! Joshua's serves Americana food & drink and a fun tavern/pub environment. Popular, casual local eatery with a patio and it is known for its chowders & other seafood fare.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Joshua's
123 Maine StWe love "Old Downtown", historic Brunswick that is walkable and my dog is named Joshua! Joshua's serves Americana food & drink and a fun tavern/pub environment. Popular, casual local eatery with a patio and it is known for its chowders & other seafood fare.
Great old hotel that has been updated nicely. A perfect place from which to visit Brunswick and Bowdoin College. Everything is within walking distance. Full restaurant and bar/pub, and fine dining. Breakfast gets rave reviews = outstanding.
The Brunswick Inn
165 Park RowGreat old hotel that has been updated nicely. A perfect place from which to visit Brunswick and Bowdoin College. Everything is within walking distance. Full restaurant and bar/pub, and fine dining. Breakfast gets rave reviews = outstanding.
Tavern-style restaurant with hearty German dishes and American standards. Arndt is a Dutch-German name and we love their food too!
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Richard's Restaurant
115 Maine StTavern-style restaurant with hearty German dishes and American standards. Arndt is a Dutch-German name and we love their food too!
Fun, elegant-simple, and if you have kids ... really easy to please all! Just across the bridge from Bowdoin College and on the Exeter & Squamscott River (great views), Sea Dog Brewing Company has excellent Seafood/American Pub food, great beers, and a full bar. Featuring outdoor dining in the warmer months, live music on Thursday-Friday-Saturday nights, Kids Eat Free Mondays, and Trivia every Tuesday Night. Also offering both gluten-free and vegan options for guests with diet restrictions or allergies.
41 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sea Dog Brewing Company
1 Bowdoin Mill IslandFun, elegant-simple, and if you have kids ... really easy to please all! Just across the bridge from Bowdoin College and on the Exeter & Squamscott River (great views), Sea Dog Brewing Company has excellent Seafood/American Pub food, great beers, and a full bar. Featuring outdoor dining in the warmer months, live music on Thursday-Friday-Saturday nights, Kids Eat Free Mondays, and Trivia every Tuesday Night. Also offering both gluten-free and vegan options for guests with diet restrictions or allergies.
Greek and Italian food in a rustic-chic setting. Delicious steak, chicken, pork, seafood and vegetarian dishes.
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Enoteca Athena
97 Maine StGreek and Italian food in a rustic-chic setting. Delicious steak, chicken, pork, seafood and vegetarian dishes.
Comfy eatery dishes up Italian basics like pasta & pizza plus sandwiches & burgers. A wide variety of options - sandwiches, pasta, pizza, salad and more.
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Scarlet Begonias
16 Station AveComfy eatery dishes up Italian basics like pasta & pizza plus sandwiches & burgers. A wide variety of options - sandwiches, pasta, pizza, salad and more.
Long-running area go-to for pasta dishes & other Italian mainstays in a warm, welcoming environment. This recent 2023 review says it all: "Excellent food. Ok, lets get real. $$$ lunch special $13.00 for mussels, clams, diced crab, and a giant scallop in white sauce on pasta. That's a great deal in 2023 ... Bargain, delicious. I'm going back next year. My wife had lobster, peas, and tomatoes in white sauce over pasta for $20.00 - another home run for this restaurant. And they give you delicious garlic knots with your meal ... omg ..see you next year."
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Great Impasta
42 Maine StLong-running area go-to for pasta dishes & other Italian mainstays in a warm, welcoming environment. This recent 2023 review says it all: "Excellent food. Ok, lets get real. $$$ lunch special $13.00 for mussels, clams, diced crab, and a giant scallop in white sauce on pasta. That's a great deal in 2023 ... Bargain, delicious. I'm going back next year. My wife had lobster, peas, and tomatoes in white sauce over pasta for $20.00 - another home run for this restaurant. And they give you delicious garlic knots with your meal ... omg ..see you next year."
Favorite food & adult beverages with scenery for lunch or dinner (Portland)
Because we know you love food choices and scenic, Maine options! Each restaurant listed is ~40 miles from House and near the other in Old Port, Portland!
Love Oysters? So do we! Simple, fun spot on the pier, where you can find other similar restaurants we love for seafood and brew, such as Portland Lobster Company, just a 3-minute walk from Js Oyster. Public parking by the pier area can get expensive - $30+ for the day, but it's worth it as revitalized downtown Portland and all by the pier is fun and beautiful.
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Js Oyster
5 Portland PierLove Oysters? So do we! Simple, fun spot on the pier, where you can find other similar restaurants we love for seafood and brew, such as Portland Lobster Company, just a 3-minute walk from Js Oyster. Public parking by the pier area can get expensive - $30+ for the day, but it's worth it as revitalized downtown Portland and all by the pier is fun and beautiful.
Located in Portland, this is another popular spot by the water and it offers a mix of traditional American cuisine and new unique items always added. The menu changes daily based on the products local farmers, fishermen, and foragers bring to them each day, often prepared over an open wood-fired grill or in our wood-fired oven.
92 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fore Street Restaurant
288 Fore StLocated in Portland, this is another popular spot by the water and it offers a mix of traditional American cuisine and new unique items always added. The menu changes daily based on the products local farmers, fishermen, and foragers bring to them each day, often prepared over an open wood-fired grill or in our wood-fired oven.
If you visit Portland, this is upscale and very popular with people from all over the world. A spacious seaside venue offering local seafood, raw bar, wine & New England comfort classics. This is a must if you enjoy fine dining and see their website for reservation details, highly suggested.
138 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Scales
68 Commercial StIf you visit Portland, this is upscale and very popular with people from all over the world. A spacious seaside venue offering local seafood, raw bar, wine & New England comfort classics. This is a must if you enjoy fine dining and see their website for reservation details, highly suggested.
Portland Hunt + Alpine Club is a lot of fun and features unique, quality cocktails and spirits, paired and Alpine-Scandinavian, small plates style food. It is family-owned and the owners are wonderful!
74 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Portland Hunt & Alpine Club
75 Market StPortland Hunt + Alpine Club is a lot of fun and features unique, quality cocktails and spirits, paired and Alpine-Scandinavian, small plates style food. It is family-owned and the owners are wonderful!
Seasonal American restaurant that pays homage to Maine’s best ingredients. Housed within a historic building recently rebuilt brick-by-brick, Twelve is an intentional study in farm-to-table dining featuring "Modern New England" cuisine". We find that the food, service/staff, atmosphere, drinks, and experience were all truly fantastic! “Twelve,” hints at seasonality and the months of the year, as the rotating dishes showcase sustainable produce procured in peak season from area farmer’s markets, plus proteins from local fish purveyors and farms. If the meal is the whole building, then ingredients such as fresh oysters from Chebeague Island Oysters, yogurt from Milkhouse Farm & Creamery, and beef from Caldwell Farms are the individual, precious bricks.
Twelve
Seasonal American restaurant that pays homage to Maine’s best ingredients. Housed within a historic building recently rebuilt brick-by-brick, Twelve is an intentional study in farm-to-table dining featuring "Modern New England" cuisine". We find that the food, service/staff, atmosphere, drinks, and experience were all truly fantastic! “Twelve,” hints at seasonality and the months of the year, as the rotating dishes showcase sustainable produce procured in peak season from area farmer’s markets, plus proteins from local fish purveyors and farms. If the meal is the whole building, then ingredients such as fresh oysters from Chebeague Island Oysters, yogurt from Milkhouse Farm & Creamery, and beef from Caldwell Farms are the individual, precious bricks.
Rustic, brick-walled setting serving eclectic and delicious, chic small plates and "pre-prohibition"-style cocktails in the historic Old Port. The vibe is a buzzy hotspot and the patrons are serious foodies. You can sit right in front of the chefs and watch them prepare your food.
145 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Central Provisions
414 Fore StRustic, brick-walled setting serving eclectic and delicious, chic small plates and "pre-prohibition"-style cocktails in the historic Old Port. The vibe is a buzzy hotspot and the patrons are serious foodies. You can sit right in front of the chefs and watch them prepare your food.
Chic eatery offering brunch staples, small plates, seafood & steak, plus wine & cocktails. If you like Italian and Spanish cuisines, you should visit Via Vecchia. You will enjoy its food, especially perfectly cooked burrata, mushroom salads, and pappardelle. Nothing can be better than trying good gelato, cheesecakes, and chocolate ice cream. Here you may order delicious wine, Mai tai, or coffee martini. Invite your soulmate to this place with a cosy atmosphere. Many guests describe the decor as spectacular and we love it too!
ViA VECCHiA
Chic eatery offering brunch staples, small plates, seafood & steak, plus wine & cocktails. If you like Italian and Spanish cuisines, you should visit Via Vecchia. You will enjoy its food, especially perfectly cooked burrata, mushroom salads, and pappardelle. Nothing can be better than trying good gelato, cheesecakes, and chocolate ice cream. Here you may order delicious wine, Mai tai, or coffee martini. Invite your soulmate to this place with a cosy atmosphere. Many guests describe the decor as spectacular and we love it too!
Binchotan-fired cooking & sake bar, serving Japanese-inspired eats in the heart of the Old Port. A review from a friend says it all: "We visited Bar Futo with a very large party that included children. The restaurant accommodated us well, provided excellent service and very good, shareable food. Among the many dishes we tried were the short ribs, the gnocci, several chicken skewers, the cuke salad and Japanese ice which enclosed a strawberry rhubarb dessert. This does not encompass everything we tried but were definitely some highlights. The portions are ample and sharing is the most fun so everyone can taste. The cocktails were fun and everyone enjoyed a variety of cocktails, wine and beer. There were items appropriate for the children (ages 6 and 8) so everyone left satisfied. The atmosphere is very active and fun and somewhat loud but in a good way. This is a very, very good restaurant and definitely can be enjoyed by a large party."
Bar Futo
Binchotan-fired cooking & sake bar, serving Japanese-inspired eats in the heart of the Old Port. A review from a friend says it all: "We visited Bar Futo with a very large party that included children. The restaurant accommodated us well, provided excellent service and very good, shareable food. Among the many dishes we tried were the short ribs, the gnocci, several chicken skewers, the cuke salad and Japanese ice which enclosed a strawberry rhubarb dessert. This does not encompass everything we tried but were definitely some highlights. The portions are ample and sharing is the most fun so everyone can taste. The cocktails were fun and everyone enjoyed a variety of cocktails, wine and beer. There were items appropriate for the children (ages 6 and 8) so everyone left satisfied. The atmosphere is very active and fun and somewhat loud but in a good way. This is a very, very good restaurant and definitely can be enjoyed by a large party."