Historic Capt Chadbourne House in-Town, Near Beaches
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- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
The Captain Chadbourne House is a genuine antique Colonial home. Well-maintained, with numerous original features in spacious, beautifully decorated rooms furnished with charming antiques, this is a one-of-a-kind getaway. The house is a great rental for families or friends. Downstairs is a spacious parlor and foyer that opens to the breakfast room. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms: the Master bedroom and the front bedroom share a connecting bath, and opening from the Master is a third bedroom with Queen bed. The Master bedroom has a romantic 4-poster Queen bed with a cozy pillow-top mattress that has been said to save marriages, and a comfortable convertible sofa. The front bedroom has a handsome antique double bed and a loveseat and wing chair. In the anteroom adjacent to the master bedroom are the appliances and the extra queen bed. Guests have the choice to rent one, two, or three bedrooms. We rent to just one party at a time, regardless of the size of the group. Both the Master Suite and the Parlor have working fireplaces, where a wood fire will be laid for a small fee, or guests can provide their own fire logs.
An ample and delicious 3-course homemade breakfast is served daily in the lovely beamed dining room. Since we only rent to one party at a time, we're happy to tailor the menu to your preferences!
Check out the great reviews entered by our happy guests from all over the country and beyond! Off-season discount available during Winter and Spring -- just ask!
Located in the heart of Kennebunk Village, just a short stroll to shops, parks, restaurants, public library, historic museum, fishing pond, and many other amenities, this lovely home is only 2 miles away from several gorgeous beaches. Beach pass included in the rent in summer, $20 deposit.
Kennebunk is a peaceful little town with a great public library, historical museum, parks, tennis courts, a fishing pond, shops, restaurants,churches, and playground all within a very short walk of the Capt Chadbourne House. It's perfectly situated for walking tours of the Historic District and a sprawling historic cemetery.
During the summer, the free trolley can take you to the beach and back. For non-beach days, there are several districts of antiques shops within just a couple of miles.
Whale-watching, fishing, lobstering, and schooner tours are available from the port, as well as surfing lessons, and surfboard, bicycle, and scooter rentals.
Keywords: House, historic, B & B, breakfast, B&B, in town, suite, antique, bed and breakfast, family, reunion
Property Type
- 2 story
- House
- 794 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Bed And Breakfast
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6
- Bedroom 2
- 1 double
- Antique bed, sunny room, with loveseat & easy chair
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- Beautiful 4-poster bed, fireplace, couch, CD player
- Bedroom 3
- 1 queen
- Cozy room under the eaves; entered though Bedroom 1
Bathrooms
- 0.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, shower
- Jack & Jill bath between Bedrooms 1 & 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Child's Highchair
Amenities
- Babysitter
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
- Air Conditioning
- Parking Off Street
- Fireplace
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- CD Player
Communications
Outdoor Features
Theme
- Family
- Away From It All
- Historic
Activities
- Live Theater
- ATM/Bank
- Groceries
- Hospital
- Laundromat
- Massage Therapist
- Medical Services
- Ice Skating
- Cycling
- Cross Country Skiing
- Deepsea Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Pier Fishing
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Surf Fishing
- Surfing
- Golf
- Fishing
- Mountain Biking
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Sailing
- Basketball Court
- Fitness Center
- Hiking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseback Riding
- Churches
- Library
- Marina
- Playground
- Water Parks
- Restaurants
- Zoo
- Museums
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Theme Parks
- Cinemas
- Paddle Boating
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Scenic Drives
- Walking
- Whale Watching
- Horseshoes
- Antiquing
- Miniature Golf
- Boating
- Shelling
- Shopping
- Sight Seeing
- Kayaking
Other Activities
Reviews
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A Glimpse of Maine
A Glimpse of Maine
- Guest Susan
- Date of stay 08/19/12
- Review Submitted 09/02/12
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 day/night stay in this historic home which was perfect for people who wish to step back in time. The historic homes along Summer Street were enjoyable to view on our morning runs. The location is close to so many attractions, Portland, Freeport (LL Bean Campus), Kennebunkport Walker Bush Estate (my mother-in-law loved going to see it). We ate at a place in Kennebunkport called the Lobster Hut - fantastic for lobster fans. The trip was short, but just enough time to get us to come back to Maine for a longer stay and explore other areas on the coast of Maine. The owners of this B&B were wonderful and the breakfasts were delectable. Happy travels:)Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Owner response: We enjoy providing family and reunion groups a place to spend time together in a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere, with so many opportunities for memorable activities close by.
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Lovely B/B
Lovely B/B
- Guest nm
- Date of stay 05/26/12
- Review Submitted 06/04/12
Jane and Warren were lovely hosts! They were very helpful with directions and provided a lovely breakfast, even taking into account our dietary preferences!Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.
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Superb and authentic
Superb and authentic
- Guest infotogo
- Date of stay 09/07/11
- Review Submitted 09/13/11
We enjoyed our time at Capt. Chadburne House completely! We were there for 3 nights, and found the historical setting and furnishings so true to Kennebunk. The bed was very comfortable, and the breakfasts creatively delicious. Jane and Warren's hospitality was perfect. Thank you for a great experience.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+.
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City of Colour - Maine Trip
City of Colour - Maine Trip
- Guest Polly
- Date of stay 10/14/10
- Review Submitted 10/20/10
We had a wonderful relaxing time in your home... The place, the location, all of the sites were what we had hoped for... Thank you so much for extending your graciousness to us... Breakfast was what I looked forward to every morning, and today I was going through widthdrawl... haha. We hope to be back with the family again... Best wishes for you and your B&B.... How lucky you are to live in a place where we only dream about... and your blueberry pancakes will never be forgotten.... If you want to see the trip look on my face book Polly Johnson in my City of Colour album... Thanks for the music we listened to your choir... it was a topper to it all... Take care and we hope to see you again. loves from Arizona... R.Wayne and Leslie and Todd and PollyRecommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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A great vacation! Kelly & Becky (Montana)
A great vacation! Kelly & Becky (Montana)
- Guest Kelly and Becky
- Date of stay 09/19/10
- Review Submitted 10/13/10
We spent a week at Capt Chadbourne house and had a great time. Jane & Warren were wonderful hosts and treated us to great breakfasts each morning. We liked the location of the Bed & Breakfast because it gave us a chance to “run back and forth” between our excursions to the beach, shopping, dining, and sightseeing. Our only complaint is that we couldn’t stay longer! This place truly is “The Way Life Should Be”.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.
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Outstanding!
Outstanding!
- Guest Karen, John & Lindsay
- Date of stay 09/25/10
- Review Submitted 09/30/10
Picture-perfect! Excellent all the way around -- delightful hosts, tasty -- and ample -- breakfasts, ideal location. This spot will "make" your Maine vacation! Top choice for a return visit!Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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Thanks for a wonderful vacation!
Thanks for a wonderful vacation!
- Guest Catherine from Montreal
- Date of stay 07/17/10
- Review Submitted 07/27/10
My family and I spent a week at Capt Chadbourne house, and we loved every minute of our stay! The beds are super-comfy, the house is wonderful, and we had a great breakfast every morning- we loved the peach cobbler and waffles and pancakes and... Jane and Warren are very nice and cheerful. We'd go back anytime!Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
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- Guest Jess and Pamela Dods
- Date of stay 09/19/09
- Review Submitted 09/19/09
We just returned from our second stay at the Capt Chadbourne and were just as delighted as we were the first time we stayed at this wonderful B&B. Jane and Warren are such gracious hosts and the breakfasts are the best. We love the area and the friendly, hospitable people of the lower Maine coast.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Amy Flynn
- Date of stay 08/10/09
- Review Submitted 08/10/09
My husband and I greatly enjoyed our stay at the Captain Chadbourne House. We were fortunate enough to stay for four weeks - and we enjoyed every minute! Jane and Warren are wonderful hosts - The breakfasts are phenomenal and throughout our stay they were ready to share information about local dining, attractions, and events! The walk along Summer Street is picturesque and the Kennebunk Beaches are nearby--beautiful location! We miss it already and hope to visit again!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Barb and Wayne1
- Date of stay 07/24/09
- Review Submitted 07/24/09
This is a return trip for us. The place is just as comfortable and relaxing. We watched fireworks on the beach and had a moonlight beach stroll another night. Gorgeous weather. The breakfasts cheerfully provided by the hosts are fabulous, creative and delicious. They should open a restaurant.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
1-2 guests in one bedroom w/private bath - $ 125/night - $700/week 3-4 guests in two bedrooms w/shared bath - $175/night - $900/week Auxiliary bedroom - $50/night - $200/week. Please ask about off-season prices. A full 3-course breakfast for each guest included daily, customized to your needs 7% Maine Casual Rental Tax added. $45 cleaning fee for stays less than 3 nights Fireplace settings $10/each.
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Location
- Nearest Airport: Portland, ME at 20 Miles
- Nearest Train: Wells at 5 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: I-95, Maine Turnpike at 2 Miles
- Nearest Beach: Parsons at 2 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: Kennebunk Inn at 0.25 Miles
- Nearest Golf: Webhannet at Kennebunk Beach at 3 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: Kennebunk Inn at 0.25 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2004
About the owner: Warren King is Music Director at Christ Church in Kennebunk, and wife Jane is the church secretary and also an architectural historian and researcher. We bought the Captain Chadbourne House because we fell in love with the numerous original Colonial-era features, such as wide plank pumpkin pine floors, Indian shutters in the windows, beamed ceilings, and many fireplaces. We also love to entertain, and the house has wonderfully gracious rooms for guests. We love to cook, too, and we're sure you'll enjoy your breakfasts!
Why the Owner Chose Kennebunk:
We love the beach, and we love small town life. Kennebunk is a beautiful historic New England village, with miles of sandy beaches, and plenty of conveniences such as shops and restaurants within walking distance of the house. Lovely beaches are just 2-3 miles away. Kennebunk is just an hour and a half drive from Boston, located halfway between the historic cities of Portsmouth and Portland. The Portland International Jetport is just a 25-minute drive from Kennebunk, and Portland itself is a lively city full of history and culture, as is Portsmouth NH.
The Unique Benefits at this Bed And Breakfast:
The Capt Chadbourne House is just a mile and a half from Maine Turnpike Exit 25, yet right in the heart of the village, an easy walk to restaurants, shops, churches, parks, the public library, the excellent local historical museum, tennis courts, and the beautiful Summer Street ship captains' mansions which make up a National Register Historic District. The Capt Chadbourne House is on the museum's district walking tour! We're also just a short drive or bike ride to several glorious beaches, which we enjoy in every season.
Contact us
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- Secondary: (207) 450-3169 (Maine, USA)
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Photos
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Capt. Chadbourne House, circa 1780, Kennebunk, Maine
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Double bed
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Gracious beamed breakfast room
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Portland Head Light, Cape Elizabeth
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Surf at Goose Rocks
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from some happy guests in the Fall!
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Queen Bedroom with romantic 4-poster bed and fireplace
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Large private parlor with fireplace
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Extra anteroom bedroom with queen bed, opens off Master Bedroom
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Nubble Light, Cape Elizabeth
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Boats on the beach
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