The Pilgrim's Inn on Deer Isle Maine
Overlooking picturesque Northwest Harbor and our tranquil mill pond, Pilgrim’s Inn is the perfect place to experience Downeast Maine at its best. Built in 1793, our historic post and beam Maine inn welcomes you with an ambiance and warmth of a bygone era. Lovingly restored and meticulously maintained, the inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a member of Select Registry, Distinguished Inns of North America. Twelve rooms and three cottages offer you a range of lodging options to best meet your needs.
Our location on beautiful Deer Isle in Penobscot Bay will offer you unlimited activities to fill your day. From kayaking our rocky shoreline, to eating fresh lobster, exploring our many art galleries or just relaxing in a comfortable Adirondack chair, you’ll find out why Deer Isle has enticed visitors to this area for generations.
Rooms in our main building have views of either Northwest Harbor across the road, or our large and tranquil mill pond. All rooms feature historic colors, pumpkin pine floors, period pieces, private bathrooms and fine linens. Several feature gas fire places, exposed rough beams, and Deer Isle granite. Television and local phone service is available to guests in the library and game room. Wireless internet access is available for those who bring their own laptops.
Bed and Breakfast Room rates are for two and include a full breakfast, early morning coffee delivered to your floor, along with homemade cookies and beverages available throughout the day. View our rates on the room pages linked from the images below. Please see our Inn policies page for additional information.
Special Gatherings
The Pilgrim's Inn bed and breakfast offers the perfect setting for your wedding, family reunion, business meeting or special event. Our beautiful property is tucked away by the sea, yet is easily accessible by private car or contracted transportation. The historic ambiance of our charming property will make your gathering truly memorable. Our inn rooms and cottages will provide your guests with beautiful and comfortable accommodations, and our restaurant can prepare a wide range of food from a country-style barbecue to a beautifully prepared and artfully presented buffet or plated dinner. Please call us at 207-348-6615 or 888-778-7505 to discuss your event.
Weddings
What could be more romantic than getting married on the grounds of a beautiful 1700’s Maine coastal inn that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, or in a quaint country church near the water’s edge? Imagine the experience of a sunrise or sunset ceremony on the rustic shores of Penobscot Bay and Northwest Harbor. Our rustic and historic cedar-shake barn will be transformed into what The Discerning Traveler called “one of the most romantic places in New England.” We can accommodate up to 60 people inside the inn for dinner, with larger parties of up to 125 in an outdoor tent. Please call us to discuss how we can make your wedding a truly wonderful experience for you and your guests.
Family Gatherings
With all the demands on our lives these days, finding time to spend with family is more and more challenging. Let us take care of the details of your food and lodging, while you focus on what matters -- time spent with your loved ones. Our charming inn and picturesque location will provide a relaxing and memorable experience for all the members of your family, and local activities from hiking, kayaking and sailing, to theater, art galleries and scenic drives will be sure to offer something for everyone in your family to enjoy.
Business Meetings
Pilgrim’s Inn is a great location for small business meetings and retreats. We offer wireless internet access throughout the inn and meeting space can be configured to best meet your needs. While cell phone service is available on the island, it can’t be reached inside the inn (unless you stand on your head with legs bent like an antenna). We think this is a great advantage to those who need uninterrupted time to focus on the task at hand! We are located about an hour and a half from Bangor International Airport.
Breakfast
Breakfast is included in your room rate and each morning you’ll be treated to a choice between an egg or sweet breakfast entrée such as Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes served with pure Maine maple syrup, Brioche French Toast with fruit compote, or Savory Zucchini Pancakes with feta cheese and scallions. You’ll also be served juice, homemade granola and Maine roasted Carpe Diem coffee, along with fresh muffins made daily in our kitchen.
Dinner at the Whale’s Rib Tavern
In 2005 the Whale’s Rib Tavern was opened for dinner inside Pilgrim’s Inn and was an instant success. The rustic ambiance of our historic barn with views of the mill pond, and our cozy tap room create a warm and inviting atmosphere that is truly unique. In the summer months, seating on the deck is available and on many weekends local musicians provide folk music for your entertainment.
Our casual tavern menu features hearty food such as savory pot pies, seafood chowders, steak and pub burgers, and fish & chips, as well as grilled seafood, pastas, fresh salads, and homemade desserts. Our service bar offers a full selection of drinks from tasty martini’s to a fine selection of wine and beer. Due to the popularity of the Tavern, we recommend calling for a reservation at 207-348-5222.
Area Activities
Deer Isle in Penobscot Bay offers you the very best of coastal Maine. Rocky coastline, quiet coves, and beautiful views greet visitors at every turn. As a guest at Pilgrim’s Inn you can explore nearby nature trails, take kayaking excursions to surrounding islands with licensed guides, travel to Isle au Haut and Acadia National Park, visit our numerous art galleries, or take classes at the world renowned Haystack Mountain School of Crafts. We are also a perfect base for taking scenic drives along the coast and exploring the beautiful towns of the Blue Hill Peninsula.
Hiking
For many people who love the outdoors, Deer Isle Maine is the perfect place to visit. Hiking trails and nature preserves offer visitors a great way to experience the island. Visit the Island Heritage Trust at www.islandheritagetrust.org for more information.
Kayaking and Chartered Boat tours
Kayaking along the coast of Deer Isle is an experience not to be missed! Over 60 islands offer unlimited opportunity to explore. Granite Island Guide Service and Old Quarry Adventures offer guided kayaking along the coast and trips to Isle au Haut. We also recommend taking a private, customized tour in a chartered fishing boat with licensed guide Captain Walt Reed. www.guidedislandtours.com.
Acadia National Park & Isle au Haut
A visit to Downeast Maine would not be complete without a trip to Acadia National Park. Located just over an hour from Pilgrim’s Inn, the park encompasses 47,000 acres of coastal shoreline, granite-topped mountains, wooded areas, bogs and spectacular scenery. The park offers something for everyone from rigorous hikes to scenic drives or educational tours. For official information about the park, please visit the National Park Service website at www.nps.gov/acad.
Isle au Haute, part of Acadia National Park, is reached by boat from Stonington on Deer Isle, just 6 miles from Pilgrim’s Inn. The island is a great place to explore on mountain bikes or by foot and makes for a memorable day trip. The island can be reached daily by boat from Stonington, go to www.isleauhaut.com for more information.
Stonington
Named for the granite industry that made it famous, Stonington is also home to the most productive lobster fishing port along the Maine coast. No trip to Deer Isle would be complete without visiting this picturesque port and tasting a Deer Isle lobster! Visit the Deer Isle-Stonington Chamber of Commerce for more information about local events and activities in Stonington www.deerislemaine.com
Artists, Art Galleries and Haystack
Our picturesque island has been a draw for visual artists for decades, resulting in dozens of artist galleries for you to visit. In addition, the world renowned Haystack Mountain School of Crafts is located just a few miles from the Inn. To learn more about the artists and galleries on Deer Isle, go to http://www.deerisleartists.com . To learn more about Haystack Mountain School of Crafts go to www.haystack-mtn.org.
Music, Film, Theater & Dance
Deer Isle is a vibrant community offering a range of cultural activities to visitors and residents alike. The Stonington Opera House now offers the community a diversity of programs from a summer jazz festival and annual radio variety show, to “Shakespeare in Stonington” to dance workshops and films. Visit www.operahousearts.org for current listings.
Blue Hill Peninsula
Exploring the Blue Hill peninsula and visiting the towns of Blue Hill and Castine, or taking a scenic drive through Brooklin, Brooksville, Sedgwick and Penobscot, stopping along the way at shops and old time general stores is a wonderful way to fill your day. Visit www.bluehillpeninsula.org for more information.
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