Lighthouses and Lobsters

Lighthouses and Lobsters – the perfect Maine combination.  Add a warm and sunny day, of which we have been having many, and you are ready to go.  One of our favorite lobster shacks is right here in South Freeport, Harraseeket Lunch and Lobster, names after the Harraseeket River.  It sits on the public docks in… Read more »

Visiting Freeport, Maine in August

Visiting Freeport, Maine in August.  There is still plenty of summer to be had!  Don’t let it slip away without a visit to Maine.  There is plenty to do, or nothing at all if you just need a break from everything.  Hit the beaches of Maine.  There are quite a number to choose from within… Read more »

Summer In Maine

Summer In Maine. It has arrived, and what could be better? Long days stretching before us with nothing to do but relax and enjoy them (well, at least for our guests)! We are enjoying the start of the season here in Freeport and the opportunity to greet old friends and make new ones. We continue… Read more »

Summer In The Park

Summer In The Park. L.L. Bean Discovery Park, that is. We at James Place Inn Bed and Breakfast are fortunate to live in Freeport, home and headquarters to L.L. Bean. L.L. Bean is a great company and very generous to the visitors and those living in the community. One of the great things they do… Read more »

Celebrate Life at James Place Inn

The marriage was something really special. The rains passed hours before the special celebration took place, with vows exchanged at a small park with a perfect wooded path tucked into the trees. The couple was beautiful and perfectly relaxed as they exchanged vows. We were lucky enough to be witness to such a special day…. Read more »

Stay, Sail and Dine at James Place Inn

Stay, Sail and Dine at James Place Inn. Summer has arrived! Finally! (Just had to add that as it has been a long time coming). We are having days in the low 70’s and nights in the low-to-mid 50’s. Perfect temperatures in my book. Why not take advantage of these picture perfect days and head… Read more »

Wedding Venues in Freeport, Maine

Wedding Venues in Freeport, Maine.  There are many to be had in this beautiful state.  Depending upon your tastes and the size of your wedding, you might be after a hotel ballroom, country club, or yacht club.  A big trend these days are casually elegant farm and barn weddings.  We are pleased to be partnering… Read more »

L.L. Bean Paddle Sports Weekend

L.L. Bean Paddle Sports Weekend.  It’s finally time to hit the water!  Come to Freeport, Maine May 30-June 1, 2014 to check out the latest in sporting adventures.  There will be free boat testing on Casco Bay as well as the opportunity to explore a huge selection of boats at L.L. Bean.  There will also… Read more »

LL Bean Announces Summer Concert Series 2014

LL Bean announces their summer concert series.  Each summer LL Bean hosts various musical acts in Discovery Park here in Freeport, less than two blocks from James Place Inn.  This 2014 season looks to be another winner with Toad The Wet Sprocket kicking off the season on July 4th.  Great songs like “All I Want”… Read more »