Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse open for the season.

June 5th, 2010

Rockland  Breakwater  Lighthouse is once again open every weekend, holidays  and  for special events through Columbus day.  Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Rockland harbor and West Penobscot bay from the top of the light tower.  Only  eight miles from the Inn.  Open 10am-5pm weekends

New – Trip Insurance now available

June 2nd, 2010

Guests that make an online booking  from our website   www.blueharborhouse.com  are now able to include  trip insurance  via Access America, a leading provider of trip insurance services.  This covers expenses should it become necessary to cancel or interrupt your trip due to illness, (or other covered reason.)  Cost from $33.00.  A small price   for peace of mind.

Maine launches State Parks Passport Program

June 2nd, 2010

A new Maine State Parks passport program has been launched in recognition of the 75th anniversary of State Parks in Maine.  An informative  passport book has been created and  color coded by the eight regons in Maine, with descriptive information on each park.  In the Midcoast region alone there are 16 State Parks.  Get your passport from any Maine State park.

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Moonrise on the Bay, Lincolnville Beach, May 28th

May 28th, 2010
The first ever monthly Moonrise on the Bay event is scheduled for tonight (May 28th) at Lincolnville Beach, a 10 min drive from our Inn.  The shops and restaurants will be open late, there will be a bonfire, art show, live music, and of course a spectacular moonrise! The event starts at 6:30 PM. 
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Camden Haunted History Tours

May 27th, 2010

Join ‘The Lady in the Red Cloak” for a lantern lit walk exploring the mysterious haunts and untold history of Camden, Maine.  A thoroughly enjoyable tour  with ghostly stories and interesting history of the town.  Cost $10.00 adults.  Tours start at 7pm.  Check website www.redcloakhauntedhistorytours.com for dates in July and August.

Maine Home and Design Show

May 24th, 2010

Come and explore  Maine’s creative economy! Architects, builders, landscape designers, interior designers, kitchen suppliers, artists, food purveyors,, and more will be represented in over 100 booths. This show is a must for people interested in any aspect of building, remodeling, and enjoying their homes. Admission: $10, 12 and under free.  Point Lookout, Northport, June 05th and 06th.

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Marshall Point Lighthouse Museum

May 23rd, 2010

marshallMarshall Point Lighthouse museum opens  Saturday May 29th,  for the 2010 season.  Marshall Point Lighthouse is located at the end of the St.  George peninsula in Port Clyde.   The Lighthouse grounds are always open to the public from sunup to dusk every day throughout the year.  The museum contains displays, tools and artifacts depicting past and present fishing methods and local stone quarrying history as well as historical data regarding the lighthouse itself.

Midcoast Winery Tour

May 22nd, 2010

bottlesonbarrelwebTake a trip on the ‘All Aboard Trolley’ for a fabulous tour of our three area wineries – Sweetgrass  Farm winery and Distillery,  Savageoaks Winery,  and Cellardoor Vineyard.  Learn about the artistry of making wine, and sample wines along the way!  Tickets $25.00 per person.  Lunch available for purchase at the spectacularly  beautiful Cellardoor Winery.  Tour available Monday and Tuesday May-Oct.

Farnsworth art museum, Rockland Maine

May 16th, 2010

May 15, Farnsworth Art Museum will open two major exhibitions at the museum’s Wyeth Center- “N.C Wyeth:Poems of American Patriotism’ and “The Wyeths” Wyeths.  Admission $12.00/seniors $10.00.  Well worth a visit.

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Schooner ‘Olad’, Camden Maine, setting sail 15 May

May 15th, 2010

Sailing trips which usually start Memorial Day weekend,are setting sail  early this year due to the great weather we  are having.

Explore Penobscot Bay, with its rocky shoreline, lighthouses, seals, bald eagles, islands, lobster boats and hidden mansions.   Schooner Olad offers historic two-hour daysails aboard a completely restored, classic yacht. $35.00 pp. 

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