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Portland, ME, Weekend
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Eighth Maine Guest House
This quirky, old-fashioned coastal guest house was established in 1891 as a place where members of the 8th Maine Volunteer Regiment, veterans of the Civil War, could hold reunions. Rooms here are furnished like Grandmother's house, if you had the sort of grandmother who never threw anything away. Some guest rooms sit right along the rocky shore; expect the early sunrise to come glinting into your room before you're ready. That's OK, since there's plenty to do on a long island day. [DETAILS]
Percy Inn
Hosted by hotel critic-turned-innkeeper Dale Northrup (he has written 24,000 hotel reviews in more than 70 countries and nearly two dozen consumer travel books). An 1830 Federal-style brick rowhouse at Longfellow Square in Portland's Historic District. Immerse yourself among landmark buildings anchored by antiques shops, coffeehouses, restaurants, and performance venues. Amenity-rich rooms and historic suites feature phones and fax machines, a TV/VCR, CD player, wet bar, and stocked refrigerators, plus a bricked courtyard, sundeck, and parking. Yankee Magazine Travel Guide Editors' Choice 2004. Named "Best B&B in New England" in September 2005 Yankee Magazine. [DETAILS]
Angela Adams
Cocktails rock and martinis look marvelous in cool "Satin Frost" glassware ($32/set of four rocks glasses; $35/set of two martini glasses). [DETAILS]
Maine Potter's Market
Located in the heart of the Old Port, the Maine Potter’s Market has been offering lovely and one-of-a-kind pieces since 1978. The state's largest pottery cooperative showcases a diverse range of talent from Maine's small towns and big cities alike. It's the perfect place to pick up a delicate sushi plate or a vibrantly colored serving platter for that hard-to-please relative. [DETAILS]
Reader Comments
Comment from Jenifer Lewis on April 29, 2009
Don't forget the Eastland Hotel, which has a bar at the very top (called, logically enough, Top of the East) offering the best views around, including Mount Washington on a clear day. The menu has a nice array of offerings (e.g. cheese & fruit plate) that are nice for noshing with a drink while you admire the views. The last time I was there (Jan '09) it was closed for renovations but it should have re-opened by now and I'm looking forward to seeing the new version.
Comment from Marthalie Thurston on June 15, 2009
I recall the story of the SS Okay L Alexander and a dear family friend, Captain Raymond Lewis remaining aboard till all crew members were ashore after a near tragedy off of Portland.In years to come my father would captain ships into Portland and mother and I would drive from Boston to Portland to watch the ship come into the harbor and dock. Portland has been much like a second home of my childhood. Much has changed as times pass however Portland is a destination for all. Something for everybody! Thank you for the article.
Comment from Veronica Casey on November 9, 2010
We stayed at the new Marriott Residence Inn on Fore Street the end of October. Only one year old. Spacious suite with full kitchen for $161 per night. Full hot breakfast at no extra charge. Walking distance to everything. Even an indoor pool.
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