A real gem in MDI and a perfect place to relax in style! Elegant and inviting inn nestled inside a magnificent 19th century sea captain’s home. 15 super cozy and comfortable rooms & suites, tastefully decorated with the owners art and furnishings collected during their faraway travels. Hot tubs, heated pool, harbor views. Fantastic and highly creative homemade breakfast, beautifully presented and changing daily. Special attention to dietary restrictions. Vegan friendly!
A New England favorite, for Superyachts, club cruises and any boaters looking for a special place and an amazing experience. The marina is ideally located at the head of Southwest Harbor and just a short walk from the village. Manager Micah, assisted by a team of friendly dock hands are very professional and will go out of their way to make their visitors feel welcome. Young kids and dogs, including tiny mascot dog Marina, running on the docks, add to the convivial family feel. Passionate about the region, they always take the time to share their local knowledge with their guests.
Dysart Marina offers diesel at a very competitive rate at their fuel dock with high speed pumps. Tel: (207) 244 0117 Fax: (207) 244 7526 [email protected] www.dysartsmarina.com
The Island Explorer is a fantastic free bus system operating from the end of May to September. Links the island’s villages with stops in most marinas and the Acadia National Park hiking trails, carriage roads and island beaches. Environmentally friendly & air-conditioned bus, equipped with bike racks.
There's no better way to experience Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island, Maine, than by bicycling. At Acadia Bike, they have the equipment and the expertise to make your biking adventure one you'll remember for years to come. Tel: (207) 288 9605 / (800) 526 8615 www.acadiabike.com
The Bar Harbor Bike Shop has served the year-round needs of the recreational and sport bikers on Mount Desert Island since 1978. Local residents and visitors from around the world rent, buy, and ride their bikes. From childrens tricycles to high-performance off-road and racing bikes, Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop offers the best name brands, the highest quality equipment, and a knowledgeable staff. Tel: (207) 288 3886 www.barharborbike.com
About 50 miles of carriage roads, crisscrossing through woods and fields are open to bikes. Eagle Lake Loop, going around Eagle Lake, the park’s largest lake, is very popular among families. Trails from Eagle Lake wind to Jordan Pond, home of the Jordan Pond House and its famous tea. A more challenging trail is the 11-mile loop ‘Around the Mountain Trail’, with an extended climb up the northwest side of Parkman Mountain.
Southwest Cycle is a full service bike shop that sells and rents road and mountain bikes, repairs all brands of bicycles, and sells clothing, shoes and accessories. Tel: (207) 244 5856 www.southwestcycle.com
Highly recommended florist, specializing in creating beautiful bouquets and arrangements. Use of fresh garden flowers from their own gardens at the foot of Cadillac Mountain, used alone or mixed with your favorite traditional florist flowers. Owner is talented Laurie Riddell. Tel: (207) 288 2509 [email protected] https://cottageflowersmaine.com
Excellent Indian restaurant, serving the best dishes from India and Nepal with fresh local ingredients and high quality spices. Lots of delicious vegan options.
Working lobster pound and fish market located on the wharf, close to the Coast Guards base. Choice of scallops, crab meat, wild shrimps and of course lobsters! Popular/casual restaurant on site. Menu includes lobster, clams, other seafood & sandwiches. Casual, friendly atmosphere. Outside picnic tables. Beautiful views on the harbor. Dinghy tie up floats. Open daily, from 9am to 8pm. Tel: (207) 244 7178 www.bealslobsterpier.net
15 deep water moorings (up to 60ft LOA) • Wood floating docks • Max LOA 80ft • Max draft 24ft •Power 30/50 amps • Water • Wi-Fi • Mail & Packages hold • Fed Ex/UPS Shipping • Fuel available by truck delivery upon request • VHF 09 Onsite: Full service shipyard, storage (see ‘shipyards’ category in directory). John Williams Boat Company is a highly renowned custom yacht builder and full service boatyard founded in 1972. Conveniently located on the western shore of the spectacular Somes Sound fjord, in the heart of Acadia National Park.
Good technician for all marine refrigeration and air conditioning needs. Tel: (207) 565 3413 [email protected]
Well established catering and event planning company, using local and organic products. They offer full vegan and vegetarian menus!
Tel: (207) 244 5520 Fax: (207) 244 5520 [email protected] www.countryfarecatering.com
Highly rated seafood market, offering locally caught seafood. Choice of lobsters, crabmeat, scallops, Maine crabs, clams (steamers, little necks, mussels), haddock, Maine oysters, and more. Open daily Mon-Sat 9am–6pm, Sun noon–5pm. Tel: (207) 288 4736 www.parsons-lobsters.com
Family-owned and well-established full service florist. Supplier to most of the local hotels, inns and restaurants. Fair prices and excellent reputation. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Sat 9am-12pm. Tel: (207) 244 3540 [email protected] www.thewestsideflorist.com
Features 8 spacious and exquisitely appointed rooms, nested in ivy covered Tudor-style house. Features marble baths some with original antique clawfoot tubs, fireplaces, outside balconies, antique furniture and 4-poster beds. Mouthwatering breakfast, warm welcoming from attentive owner Judi. Onsite acclaimed restaurant. Tel: (207) 288 2138 [email protected] www.ivymanor.com
A charming, beautiful 8 room inn highly recommended as a tasteful, restful, friendly and welcoming place to stay while in Southwest harbor. Unmatched attention to detail with fresh flowers, bath robes, bottles of port and homemade chocolate truffles in the rooms. All the rooms are equipped with state of the art individual heat and A/C control and some have balconies with harbor view. The inn is famous for its gourmet home made breakfasts! Owners Pamela and Bryan are truly wonderful hosts.
Full range of vehicles, pick up available on request in all the marinas on Mount Desert Island. Tel: (207) 667 1217 www.enterprise.com
Located at Bar Harbor airport, possibility of one-way rental. Tel: (207) 667 5017 www.hertz.com
Connecticut
Bats of Bedlam Maple Farm
101 Bedlam Rd, Chaplin, CT
Maple syrup & related products. Tel: (860) 455 9200
Bishop’s Orchards
1355 Boston Post Rd, Guilford
Large farm market, bakery, winery, and pick-your-own fruits, including raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and apples, from June through October. Mon to Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 9am-6pm. Tel: (203) 453 2338
Valchris Farm
400 Ridge Hill Rd, Oakdale
New expanded location!
MDI’s juice bar/ healthy food cafe! Offering raw juices, superfood smoothies, breakfast & salad bowls and nutritious treats made with high-quality mostly organic ingredients. lots of super tasty vegan choices!
Beautiful spot, indoor/outdoor seating.
Colorful and popular eatery/bar with plenty of options for everyone.
Sandwiches, wraps, burgers (including black bean patties), pasta, quesadillas, lobster rolls plus really creative cocktails. Vegan/ GF friendly. Live music, open daily 11am-9pm.