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

Nestled among majestic elm trees on a hill overlooking the village and harbor, this charming Queen Anne Victorian inn has a prominent three-story turret, gables, and a delightful wraparound porch lined with blossoming perennials. It's also been renovated and beautifully redesigned under new owners, and has since become a focal point in Castine's community, where locals gather to socialize and relax. The porch and the drawing room are key spots to settle in and read the morning paper, enjoy a craft cocktail, or vibe to the regularly offered live music.

Built in the late 1950s, these six old-school (but Wi-Fi-equipped), two-bedroom log cottages offer an amazing view of both Blue Hill and the Bagaduce River, water access from a private dock, screened porches, and plenty of room to run around outdoors. Although the property is open year-round (with wood-stove heat in winter), the cottages are mainly rented out weekly, with nightly stays offered only when availability allows.

Built in 1898, this elegant inn just a block from the harbor has a wraparound porch, an inviting sitting room, and a cozy pub where guests can enjoy a full bar. The guest rooms have tasteful wallpaper, European linens, and private baths. Five of the rooms have air-conditioning.