We were busy this year implementing a new landscape plan with Cathy Court of Landscape Gardens & Design. 
Mid-coast Maine - So Many Things to See & Do
We decided to locate our B&B in East Boothbay because the Boothbay Region is one of the best destination areas in the State of Maine. There are so many activities and events offered here and the beauty of the peninsula is outstanding through all four seasons. Over the years the length of stay of our guests has been increasing to take full advantage of what the area has to offer. These include: Puffin & Whale Watches, sailing on a windjammer, excursion boats for harbor and lighthouse tours, kayak, lobster bakes, museums, art galleries, antique stores, great shopping, seafood restaurants, golf, tennis, music, hiking, historic sites, sport fishing, or your visit can be a peaceful time to relax and refresh your soul.
Traveling south on Route 1 brings you to the antique stores in Wiscasset, the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath, the L.L. Bean Store in Freeport, and Portland Head Light, historic sites and shops in the Old Port area of Portland. Don’t forget to spend a day on Monhegan Island where you can hike trails high above the ocean or stroll through the village and visit the art studios. Marti & Larry will be happy to help you plan a memorable day in Boothbay or a day trip around mid-coast Maine.
Penguin Plunge
For the third year in a row, Larry braved the 44-degree water on New Year’s Day and ran into the ocean at Ocean Point as part of the “Penguin Plunge” to raise money for the Boothbay Region YMCA. He even talked Marti’s sister, Mary Beth, who is from Austin, Texas into doing the plunge. Lots of money was raised and plungers as well as spectators had a great time.
Sail on the Tribute
After his ‘Penguin Plunge’ Larry warmed up by thinking of summer days on Linekin Bay. We like to hear about the activities our guests find memorable so that we can recommend them to others. On your next visit don’t miss the opportunity to sail with Captain Roger Marin, and his wife, Laurie, on their 40-foot sloop, the Tribute. They take two to six guests, which provides for a relaxing sail and they will let you take a turn at the helm. Roger and Laurie cruised for two years with their sons and they have entertaining stories to share with you. Everyone who has sailed with them returns to the B&B totally rejuvenated.
The Boothbay Region Offers
Great Opportunities to Explore Nature
One of the great benefits of visiting this area is the opportunity to be outdoors and enjoy the natural beauty of Maine. One of the jewels of our peninsula is the Boothbay Region Land Trust. There are 15 BRLT properties, which offer degrees of hiking from moderately easy to good exercise
Another jewel in Boothbay is the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, which is Maine’s first major botanical garden. Started in 1991 by a small group of people, the gardens are located on 128 acres and are a perfect way to enjoy the quiet beauty of the Maine woods and the rocky shore. There are two miles of walks, trails and drives to the gardens. Enjoy the Fern, Wetlands, Shoreland, and Rhododendron Gardens. The CMBG is growing and in 2006 an Education and Visitor Center and five acres of themed gardens will open. Some of the events planned for 2005 include: June- “Art in the Garden’ Gala, July 15 – “Hidden Treasures” House & Garden Tour, August 13 – “Annual Island Tour,” and December 10 – “Winter Wonderland Holiday House Tour.”
For more information on events and workshops sponsored by
BRLT and CMBG, visit www.bbrlt.org and www.mainegardens.org.
The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
Returns to its Days of Glory
In 2003 a group of residents became the new owners of the legendary Opera House. It is now operated as a not-for-profit organization and the owners have created a place for performances and activity for the creative life of the Boothbay region. 
Events are being scheduled for 2005 including an Oscars Party on February 27 and a concert by Blues rocker Rory Block on March 12. The Lincoln Arts Festival has scheduled the following concerts: A Tribute to Al Corey, Big Band Concert on July 15, Muriel Havenstein on July 20, and the Glen Miller Band on July 23.
For updated information on events at the Opera House visit
www.opera-house.org and www.lincolnartsfestival.org.
Festivals, Festivals, Festivals!
The Boothbay region has many unique festivals. The following is a list of festivals and their dates for 2005:
| Fishermen’s Festival | April 29, 30 & May 1 |
| Lobster Boat Races | June 18 |
| Boothbay in Bloom | June 25 & 26 |
| Windjammer Days Festival | June 21 & 22 |
| Jazz Festival Week | July 15 - 22 |
| Antique Auto Days | July 16 & 17 |
| Yacht Club Regatta & Leukemia Cup | July 16 & 17 |
| Boothbay Boat Builders Festival | July 30 |
| Shipyard Cup | September 9, 10 & 11 |
| Fall Foliage Fair | October 8 & 9 |
| Early Bird Sale/P.J. Party | November 19 |
| Harbor Lights Festival | December 4 |
Our four-guest room B&B is a perfect size to bring friends or relatives and book the entire inn.
Above: Windjammers sailing on Linekin Bay
(Taken during the 2004 Windjammer Days Festival)
Above: Windjammers arriving in Boothbay Harbor
(Taken during the 2004 Windjammer Days Festival)
For more information about these festivals visit our
Events Page
call us at 1-800-596-7420
or e-mail us at info@linekinbaybb.com.
Special Thanks to Our Returning Guests
We would like to thank all of you who have made return stays to our B&B. We enjoy getting to know our guests and seeing familiar faces come through the door is a great pleasure. We would also like to express our appreciation to all of you who have recommended our inn to others. To show our appreciation we are offering the following special.
The “Quiet Season Getaway Package” which runs in March and April includes a two night stay at our B&B, a welcome tray with cheese, crackers, and a bottle of sparkling cider and a $25.00 gift certificate towards dinner at the Thistle Inn. A two-night stay is $200 (plus 7% room and lodging tax) for your choice of any of our four beautiful guest rooms. Just remember to request the “Quiet Season Getaway Package” when you call to book.
The crowds are gone and you can enjoy a peaceful walk at Ocean Point on a crystal clear day. Explore one of our Land Trust trails. Play tennis or racquetball at the YMCA or relax in front of a fireplace at our inn with a good book. Several spas stay open year round and we would be happy to make arrangements for you to enjoy a massage, facial, manicure & pedicure, reflexology, whirlpool footbath or foot massage.
