3 Best Hotels in Blue Hill Peninsula and Deer Isle, Maine

Nestled among spruces, moss-covered rocks, and the Barred Island Nature Preserve, Aragosta is one of Maine's most tranquil oceanfront complexes. The property includes nine private cottages with kitchenettes and sitting areas that sleep up to four guests as well as three semidetached suites, a private beach, and one of the most acclaimed restaurants in the state.

The coastal acreage on which the main inn, with its recently renovated rooms, and cottages are set was an original land grant by Great Britain’s King George III in 1767 to John and Hannah Billings, direct ascendants of the current innkeepers, Rick and Robin Littlefield. The property has been a working farm, a quarry, an ice business, and, for the past 130 years, a gracious summer colony boasting old-fashioned Maine hospitality. There are private beaches, access to hiking trails, and on-site kayak rentals. 

Amid 100 acres on Union River Bay, this glamping property has luxury tents with king-size beds, bathrooms, organic toiletries, wood stoves, and other creature comforts. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast and dinner featuring local eggs, seafood, meat, cheeses and vegetables, as well as fresh bread and pastries, locally roasted coffee, Maine beer, and craft cocktails. There is morning yoga, evening live music, and kids' activities throughout the day. Comfortable outdoor seating surrounds huge firepits where guests can make complimentary s’mores. Ample staff is available to help transport things to your tent, arrange day trips in the area, and supply any gear you might have forgotten. Quiet time begins at 10 pm nightly.