Fodor's Expert Review Captain Nickels Inn

Built in 1874 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this grand, elegantly restored mansion hails from an era when Searsport's shipyards launched more than 200 vessels and their captains sailed the world's trade routes, amassing fortunes along the way. The inn's welcoming gathering areas and comfortable guest rooms make it easy to drift back to those glory days. Stroll the gardens and down a wide, green lawn to the water's edge, where Adirondack chairs are perfect for simple relaxation or a picnic prepared by the innkeepers. Breakfasts feature the morning's hot entrée, which may be either sweet or savory, depending on the day.