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A stone's throw away from Camden Hills State Park, this luxury guest house is the perfect accommodation for a large family looking to get away to scenic Penobscot Bay. The Guest house is amply furnished and complete with full amenities one would expect in a "Home away from Home". The panoramic view of the bay seen from the den is a wonderful way to start the day, as is walking barefoot on the mahogany hardwood floors. With plenty of room for the kids in the three en suite bedrooms downstairs, Mom and dad can retire in peace and quiet to the roomy upstairs quarters. Each suite is furnished with wall-to-wall carpeting, wooden furniture, and full baths, and the grill on the patio is also available for those spur of the moment summer cookouts.
Hiking in Famous Candem Hills State Park is a popular activity for those outdoor enthusiasts. Only a minute's drive away, the park is a breathtaking getaway that boasts 30 miles of hiking trails with access from five major trailheads; a 107-site camping area includes flush toilets and hot showers, picnic area and rocky shoreline. Hikers can hike the trail to the summit of mount battie, and for those wishing to enjoy the stunning views of the entire bay without the long walk, the paved road leads straight to the summit tower with ample parking to boot. For those more inclined to sight-see in the gem of the Downeast, one can take a five-minute drive straight into the heart of Camden. For the more adventurous types, the town of Camden recently completed a full walkway spanning from Camden Hills State Park to the town center. Parking is available at the State Park.
The center is known for its beauty, simplicity, and friendliness to tourists. Have a seat at famous "Cappy's Chowder House" for a piping hot bowl of fresh chowder. Or why not take a walk to the town green, stopping along the way at the array of local shops sporting local wares and crafts. For those wishing to stay outdoors, there are several lakes, beaches, golf courses, and oceanside walks that are all within short driving distance. Also, local events are plentiful such as the 59th Annual Maine Lobster Festival in Rockland (8.5 mi.)Aug 2-6, Arts in the Park July 8-9 in Belfast (18 mi.), and the Union State Fair and Maine Wild Blueberry Festival in Union (13 mi.). These festivities help out-of-towners get a "taste" of the local culture that brims throughout the downeast. Anyone interested in learning more about local activities, weather, or just what's happening in Camden, please feel free to visit the websites listed below. Happy vacation-hunting!
Freeport - 67 miles (one hour and forty minutes).
Kennebunkport - 110 miles (two and a half hours).
Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park: 76 miles (two hours).
Kittery - Shopping Outlets: 130 miles (two hours and forty minutes).
Portland - Maine's Largest City: 81 miles (two hours).
Boston, Massachusetts: 190 miles (three and a half to four hours). |
