Gateway Getaway Guidebook
Food Scene
Delicious food-oh the fish & crab poppers, many microbrews on tap, great atmosphere-the bar is a train cab, great staff-within walking distance.
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Finn's Irish Pub
156 Main StDelicious food-oh the fish & crab poppers, many microbrews on tap, great atmosphere-the bar is a train cab, great staff-within walking distance.
Fresh squeezed juices, local coffee, delicious homemade breakfast & lunch-casual atmosphere. Within walking distance.
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Flexit Cafe & Bakery
142 Main StFresh squeezed juices, local coffee, delicious homemade breakfast & lunch-casual atmosphere. Within walking distance.
Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
191 Main StDelicious! Fun. Within walking distance.
Traditional Maine dishes along the Union River in Ellsworth. Seasonal hours. Within walking distance.
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Union River Lobster Pot
8 South StTraditional Maine dishes along the Union River in Ellsworth. Seasonal hours. Within walking distance.
Riverside Cafe
151 W Main StHappening breakfast spot & bar. Within walking distance.
Local brews, local people. Casual. Within walking distance.
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Fogtown Brewing Company
25 Pine StLocal brews, local people. Casual. Within walking distance.
Nourishing food-delicious!!!! Lunch & dinner in Ellsworth. Yoga classes as well. Within walking distance of house.
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Steamy Buddha Cafe & Yoga
50 Church StNourishing food-delicious!!!! Lunch & dinner in Ellsworth. Yoga classes as well. Within walking distance of house.
Local brew masters, trivia nights, cribbage games & local charm. Within walking distance.
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Airline Brewing Company - Ellsworth
173 Main StLocal brew masters, trivia nights, cribbage games & local charm. Within walking distance.
Cafe, health food store, wine cellar, art gallery. Within walking distance.
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John Edward's Market Inc.
158 Main StCafe, health food store, wine cellar, art gallery. Within walking distance.
Sylvia's Cafe
248 State StDelicious breakfast-affordable. Within walking distance.
DragonFire Pizza
248 State StWoodfired pizza within walking distance from house.
A relaxed Jamaican restaurant within walking distance from house. yummy!! Enjoy a red stripe & curry.
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Taste Jamaica
190 State StA relaxed Jamaican restaurant within walking distance from house. yummy!! Enjoy a red stripe & curry.
Casual Greek restaurant within walking distance from house.
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Manny's Greek Grill
248 State StCasual Greek restaurant within walking distance from house.
Homemade ice cream & coffee bar. Within walking distance of house.
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Morton’s Moo Homemade Ice Cream
9 School StHomemade ice cream & coffee bar. Within walking distance of house.
Indian & Sri Lankan recipes served in a bright downtown Ellsworth setting. Within walking distance from house.
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Serendib Indian And Sri Lankan
2 State StIndian & Sri Lankan recipes served in a bright downtown Ellsworth setting. Within walking distance from house.
Modern bistro dishes & cocktails in a rustic setting with dim lighting & simple booth & bar seating. Main Street Ellsworth. Within walking distance of house. Try the roasted brussel sprouts-yummm!!
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PROVENDER KITCHEN + BAR
112 Main StModern bistro dishes & cocktails in a rustic setting with dim lighting & simple booth & bar seating. Main Street Ellsworth. Within walking distance of house. Try the roasted brussel sprouts-yummm!!
On the ocean dining-tables line a working pier. BYOB. Bring warm clothes in case of ocean breezes. About 20 minute drive from house.
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Perry's Lobster Shack
1076 Newbury Neck RdOn the ocean dining-tables line a working pier. BYOB. Bring warm clothes in case of ocean breezes. About 20 minute drive from house.
Fine dining for a fancy night out. Go a little early & drive down to the pier at the end of the point. Reservations required. About 15-20 minute drive from house.
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Crocker House Country Inn
967 Point RdFine dining for a fancy night out. Go a little early & drive down to the pier at the end of the point. Reservations required. About 15-20 minute drive from house.
Another fun local restaurant oceanside. Stop here after a day of exploring MDI. Restaurant is about 30 minutes from house on MDI.
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Thurston's Lobster Pound
9 Thurston RdAnother fun local restaurant oceanside. Stop here after a day of exploring MDI. Restaurant is about 30 minutes from house on MDI.
Enjoy a relaxed 4 course dinner in a cozy atmosphere. Reservations required. About 15 min drive from house.
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Chippers Restaurant
1239 US-1Enjoy a relaxed 4 course dinner in a cozy atmosphere. Reservations required. About 15 min drive from house.
Shinbashi
139 High StDine in or take out. 2 minute drive from house.
A Maine must...go for afternoon tea, popovers & homemade strawberry jam out on the terrace. On MDI in Acadia National Park-off Park loop road.
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Jordan Pond House Restaurant
2928 Park Loop RdA Maine must...go for afternoon tea, popovers & homemade strawberry jam out on the terrace. On MDI in Acadia National Park-off Park loop road.
Great place to get a bag lunch to take with you on your adventures-delicious, fresh, local!
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Mother's Kitchen
1501 ME-102Great place to get a bag lunch to take with you on your adventures-delicious, fresh, local!
Fun & funky breakfast & lunch spot whole you're day tripping on MDI.
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Eat-A-Pita & Cafe 2
326 Main StFun & funky breakfast & lunch spot whole you're day tripping on MDI.
Eat a lobster 🦞 on the ocean where the Obama's went. Fun dockside dining-casual, dogs welcome!
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Stewman's Lobster Pound
35 West StEat a lobster 🦞 on the ocean where the Obama's went. Fun dockside dining-casual, dogs welcome!
Fish House Grill
1 West StOyster bar on the ocean & grill.
Sightseeing
Ellsworth Harbor Park & Marina
413 Water StKeep your eyes out for Eagles. seals & other wildlife.
Knowlton Park
160 Shore RdLocal swimming hole to cool you & the kids off this summer
5 min drive from house.
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Branch Lake
Local swimming hole to cool you & the kids off this summer
5 min drive from house.
.75 mile easy roundtrip walk through the woods to the ocean. 5 min drive from house. Picnic tables on ocean at end.
Indian Point Trail
17 Tinker Farm Way.75 mile easy roundtrip walk through the woods to the ocean. 5 min drive from house. Picnic tables on ocean at end.
Carter Nature Preserve
99 Cross RdBlue Hill Mountain Osgood Trail- Blue Hill Heritage Trust
Mountain RoadScenic ocean drive, crashing waves-beautiful loop to drive. About 30 min drive from house.
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Schoodic Peninsula
Scenic ocean drive, crashing waves-beautiful loop to drive. About 30 min drive from house.
Plan a boat trip on a passenger ferry to Little Cranberry Isle (Isleford) & explore a Maine Island. Hike, bike, picnic, have lunch at the local restaurant Islesford Dock Restaurant & Gallery and or visit a museum. Boat leaves Southwest Harbor
Cranberry Isles Ferry Dock
103 Shore RdPlan a boat trip on a passenger ferry to Little Cranberry Isle (Isleford) & explore a Maine Island. Hike, bike, picnic, have lunch at the local restaurant Islesford Dock Restaurant & Gallery and or visit a museum. Boat leaves Southwest Harbor
Sail among the islands if Frenchman Bay. Leaves from town pier in Bar Harbor. We recommend the sunset sail with live music-take some warm clothes-a spirit of your choice & a few snacks & enjoy your sail on the ocean on a traditional 4 masted sailboat.
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Downeast Windjammer Cruises Lines
1 Newport DrSail among the islands if Frenchman Bay. Leaves from town pier in Bar Harbor. We recommend the sunset sail with live music-take some warm clothes-a spirit of your choice & a few snacks & enjoy your sail on the ocean on a traditional 4 masted sailboat.
Drive to the top for gorgeous views & sunrises & sunsets. On MDI. Within 20 minute drive of house.
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Cadillac planina
707 Cadillac Summit RdDrive to the top for gorgeous views & sunrises & sunsets. On MDI. Within 20 minute drive of house.
Sand Beach
In Acadia National Park
Park Loop Road
Park Loop RoadAmazing views all along the park loop.
Svjetionik Bass Harbor Head
116 Lighthouse RdShort walk on wheelchair accessible path to rocky cliffs & Anemone Cave at low tide.
Schooner Head Overlook
Schooner Head OverlookShort walk on wheelchair accessible path to rocky cliffs & Anemone Cave at low tide.
Go at low tide & don't get stuck over there. A 4 wheel drive vehicle could drive across at low tide or a nice leisurely walk.
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Bar Island Trails
Bar Island TrailGo at low tide & don't get stuck over there. A 4 wheel drive vehicle could drive across at low tide or a nice leisurely walk.
Connects to Bar Island. Go at low tide-don't get stuck with the upcoming tide or you'll have to wait 12 more hours to get home.
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Bar Island Trails
Bar Island TrailConnects to Bar Island. Go at low tide-don't get stuck with the upcoming tide or you'll have to wait 12 more hours to get home.
Thunder Hole
In Acadia National Park-along the park loop road.
Otter Cliff
In Acadia National Park-along the park loop road
Scenic-easy hike...very little elevation gain. Spectacular views. Acadia National Park
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Great Head Trail (Acadia National Park)
Great Head Trail (Acadia National Park)Scenic-easy hike...very little elevation gain. Spectacular views. Acadia National Park
Southwest Harbor
On MDI, "THE QUIETSIDE" Lots to see & explore
Northeast Harbor
On MDI. Check out the Asticou gardens & Town dock.
Thuya Gardens
15 Thuya DrJordan Pond
In Acadia National Park-along the park loop road.
Eagle Lake
Bike or walk on groomed trails around this beautiful lake on MDI.
Long Pond
Boat rentals on one end of pond, local swimming spot. On MDI.
On Long Pond, MDI. Rent a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard & enjoy Long Pond in Acadia National Park.
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National Park Canoe and Kayak Rental
145 Pretty Marsh RdOn Long Pond, MDI. Rent a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard & enjoy Long Pond in Acadia National Park.
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
Deer Brook Bridge
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
Duck Brook Bridge
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
Eagle Lake Bridge
487 Eagle Lake RdIn Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
Amphitheater Bridge
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
Cliffside Bridge
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
Stanley Brook Bridge
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
Waterfall Bridge
In Acadia National Park there are 16 classic stone bridges built by Rockefeller. Bike from one to another or choose the ones you'd like to see. On MDI.
Carriage Road
Aunt Betty Pond Carriage RoadOn MDI
Kebo Valley Club
136 Eagle Lake RdGolfing on MDI
Blink Bonnie Golf Links
89 East Side RdGolfing in Sorrento, 25 minutes from house.
Traditions Golf Club and Learning Center
1 Main RoadGolfing in Holden, About 20 minutes from house.
Lucerne In Maine Golf Course
16 Sunset RdGolfing in Lucerne, 20 minutes from house.
Azalea Garden
Maine 3On MDI, in Northeast Harbor
A bit of a drive but SO worth it. one of only 2 Jasper stone beaches in the world-gorgeous views.
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Jasper Beach
A bit of a drive but SO worth it. one of only 2 Jasper stone beaches in the world-gorgeous views.
Nearby Towns
Quaint nearby town-worth a trip to visit! The town offers art galleries, local cafes, wine & book store. Hike up Blue Hill Mountain for amazing views. Visit the reversing falls at the Blue Hill Falls Bridge. Enjoy dinner out at Thurston & Co. or Deepwater Brewing & Arborvine Restaurant. Explore the Carter Nature Preserve
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Blue Hill
Quaint nearby town-worth a trip to visit! The town offers art galleries, local cafes, wine & book store. Hike up Blue Hill Mountain for amazing views. Visit the reversing falls at the Blue Hill Falls Bridge. Enjoy dinner out at Thurston & Co. or Deepwater Brewing & Arborvine Restaurant. Explore the Carter Nature Preserve
Cute town bordering the Penobscot River. Fun day trip. Go up the elevators to the top of the Penobscot Narrows bridge, explore Fort Knox, walk along the River on the Bucksport Veterans Park, shop the downtown shops.
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Bucksport
Cute town bordering the Penobscot River. Fun day trip. Go up the elevators to the top of the Penobscot Narrows bridge, explore Fort Knox, walk along the River on the Bucksport Veterans Park, shop the downtown shops.
Coastal Maine town about 45 min drive down Route 1 from house. Charming Maine Town with waterfront restaurants, art galleries, walk along the Harbor Walk, stop along the way at antique stores & oddities along Route 1.
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Belfast
Coastal Maine town about 45 min drive down Route 1 from house. Charming Maine Town with waterfront restaurants, art galleries, walk along the Harbor Walk, stop along the way at antique stores & oddities along Route 1.
Small little town with the Schoodic Peninsula, Whopaints Gallery, an old time 5 & 10 store, Grindstone Neck smoke seafood shop, The Pickled Wrinkle restaurant where you can actually eat a "pickled wrinkle" & other local food. Check out local towns Corea & beautiful sand Corea beach, Birch Harbor & Cranberry Point.
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Winter Harbor
Small little town with the Schoodic Peninsula, Whopaints Gallery, an old time 5 & 10 store, Grindstone Neck smoke seafood shop, The Pickled Wrinkle restaurant where you can actually eat a "pickled wrinkle" & other local food. Check out local towns Corea & beautiful sand Corea beach, Birch Harbor & Cranberry Point.
20 min drive from house. Cute downtown with shops, ice cream, town pier, town parks, great restaurants. Go across the Bar Island land bridge at low tide & explore Bar Island. Kebo golf course, boat trips-whale watching, lighthouse tours, sea kayaking, lobster fishing, stand up paddle board tours, sail on the Margaret Todd 4 masted sailboat, Baker Island tour.
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Bar Harbor
20 min drive from house. Cute downtown with shops, ice cream, town pier, town parks, great restaurants. Go across the Bar Island land bridge at low tide & explore Bar Island. Kebo golf course, boat trips-whale watching, lighthouse tours, sea kayaking, lobster fishing, stand up paddle board tours, sail on the Margaret Todd 4 masted sailboat, Baker Island tour.
Cross the Deer Isle Stonington bridge & explore this quaint little year round fishing town. Explore Haystack Mountain school of crafts, Nervous Nellie's, The Turtle Gallery, poke around secluded rocky beaches, search for sea glass, shop for antiques, walk through the waterfront downtown.
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Stonington
Cross the Deer Isle Stonington bridge & explore this quaint little year round fishing town. Explore Haystack Mountain school of crafts, Nervous Nellie's, The Turtle Gallery, poke around secluded rocky beaches, search for sea glass, shop for antiques, walk through the waterfront downtown.
Check out the beautiful Algerine coast picnic area & boat dock. On MDI.
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Seal Cove
Check out the beautiful Algerine coast picnic area & boat dock. On MDI.
Somesville Historical Museum and Gardens
2 Oak Hill RdPicturesque on MDI
East of the house for a fun drive is the quaint town of Machais. Visit Jasper Beach & Rogue Bluffs.
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Machias
East of the house for a fun drive is the quaint town of Machais. Visit Jasper Beach & Rogue Bluffs.
On the backside of MDI. Art galleries, restaurants, cafes, shops & beautiful views.
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Southwest Harbor
On the backside of MDI. Art galleries, restaurants, cafes, shops & beautiful views.
At the end of Somes sound on MDI. Quaint little town-worth a visit.
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Northeast Harbor
At the end of Somes sound on MDI. Quaint little town-worth a visit.