Asiatic Lily, Camden Maine Bed and Breakfast
  1. Cedarholm Garden Bay Inn

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    “The sweeping views out over Penobscot Bay from our cottage were matched by an impressive display of perennial flower borders scattered with care all around this Eden-like landscape.”

    A virtual Garden of Eden sits on the property, with several acres of stunning flowers in clusters with individually shaped borders. Most impressive, the buildings and gardens were constructed  pioneer-like,  by Cedarholm Garden Bay Inn owners George and Kristin Palmer and her parents over a dozen years ago.”Chiles T. A. Larson travel writer, author and photojournalist

    “No pine paneled roughing it here these are luxurious little affairs with whirlpools, tiled showers, stone fireplaces, waterside decks, and wet bars.  A romantic little byway takes you down the shore and the gardens on the 16-acre property are something to see.  For privacy, views and uniqueness, you can’t beat these cottages, and they’ve won accolades from the national media again and again.”

    ~ Insider’s Guide ~ Maine Coast

    “Guests enjoy the luxuries of theses unusual accommodations, and the pleasures of their privacy and setting make a stay extraordinary. The energy that maintains the perennial beds, among them a 200-bulb dahlia bed that fills vases, shows how much the owners dote on their business.” - 2010 Maine An Explorer’s Guide.

    “This hidden sanctuary offers a tranquil setting at the edge of the sea. Ocean-view cottages sport luxurious details, such as stone fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, and private decks. Enjoy breakfast in a pretty dining room before or after a walk through gardens overflowing with blooms.”   – Yankee Magazine 2008 Editors’ Choice.

    If  you would like to experience the perfect Maine getaway at a truly unique haven you will see why Cedarholm Garden Bay Inn is a noted Maine Coast gem. Designed and built by your hosts with meticulous attention to detail, each cottage is tastefully decorated with our guests comfort a priority.  All accommodations have their own private deck, wet bar, with some featuring native stone fireplaces and 2 person spa tubs. Our emphasis is “comfort without the stuffiness combined with natural hospitality”. Exceptional oceanfront location, renowned perennial gardens, serene and relaxed atmosphere, make the Inn a requisite visit for the selective traveler. Guests love our home baked specialties many of which use fruits grown here at the Inn.

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  2. Maine Coast And Islands, Key To A Great Destination – First Edition

    Explorer’s Guides has published their first edition of  ”Maine Coast and Islands – Key to a Great Destination.

    The guide lists Cedarholm Garden Bay Inn as a “Best Place To Stay” in Camden/Lincolnville Maine.

    The authors write  …

    “Cedarholm Garden Bay Inn offers private waterside cottages.  Incredible gardens are the first symptom of the lavish care at this spot with four perfect upscale cottages right on the sea.”

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  3. Lake Megunticook – Camden Maine

    Exploring pristine Lake Megunticook  provides incredible opportunities to view the abundance of fauna and flora. Today we are highlighting the fauna.  The photo below was taken from Maiden Cliff in Camden Maine which towers 800 feet above the lake. Lake Megunticook is very picturesque and has numerous coves and islands which make for great exploration.

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    Click here for a map of the lake.

  4. Dahlias Are Blooming!

    We started nearly 300 Dahlia plants during the first week in April (plenty of snow still on the ground and 25°F) and they are now rewarding us with their colorful blooms. They are all so beautiful but our pick of the week is the lavender white beauty April Dawn.

    April Dawn

    April Dawn

     

  5. A Peak At What’s Blooming Now In Our Gardens

    Lots of late spring color right now,  here are a few pics of  some plants currently in bloom.

    one of our many perennial gardes

    One of our many perennial gardens

    A patch of bright orange-red Oriental Poppies stands out along our 200 foot long serpentine garden.

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    Spires of Lupines Lend Height And Texture To The Garden

    Lupines are in bloom, we have  the traditional purple, white, and pink variety blooming throughout the gardens.

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    Colorful Mix Of Hosta Plants

    Hosta plants almost completely fanned out.

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    rose arbor garden

    Purple, lavender, and yellow German Iris align the pathway leading through our rose arbor garden.

    Happy in the shade

    A shade garden

    These Rhododendrons pack a colorful punch in one of our shade gardens on the Northwest side of the property.

    Some photos of our favorite Iris in bloom. The Yellow Flag Iris was started from seed and took 3 years before it reached maturity.

  6. Camden Maine Travel Deal, Spring Special

    Camden Maine Spring Getaway Package – Third Night Free!

    Take advantage of our Maine Coast Inn’s Spring Special by booking now for Stays of 2 Nights or longer in May or June and receive your Third Night Free. Our noted private, quiet, and uniquely beautiful seaside property with luxury cottages at the edge of the sea beckons you to indulge in life’s simple pleasures. Awaken to an ocean sunrise, enjoy up-close views of picturesque Penobscot Bay or wander our Inn’s acres of  perennial gardens and grounds.

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    Loon Oceanfront Cottage Deck

    Viewing a regatta from our private shorline

    Viewing a regatta from our private shoreline

    Mussel Shells

    Shore Artistry

  7. Camden, Maine Hiking Multi-Use Trail

    Walking the Camden Hills State Park Multi-Use Trail offers natural woodland scenery and seasonal water views. The 4.8 mile well-maintained trail winds through the forested lower slopes of the mountains ending at Youngtown Road in Lincolnville. On this day, we walked to the ski shelter and back which is approx. 4 miles round trip.

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    Heading through the campground

    Access to the multi-use trail begins at the campground entrance.

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    Multi-use trail entrance

    A short distance from the campground gate the trail begins.

    Groomed path

    Well-Groomed Trail

    The park staff does an excellent job of keeping the trail groomed.

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    Seasonal Water Views

    Distant views of Penobscot Bay and its snow lined islands along with Camden Harbor are visible through the wooded landscape along the first mile of the trail.

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    Winter Wonderland

    Long stretches of picturesque winter scenery.

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    Huge Pillows of Snow

    The only sounds on this day were of  the occasional trickling streams along the trial and the foraging wildlife.

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    Multi-Use Trail

    Approaching the ski shelter.

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    Ski Shelter

    The ski shelter is located approx. 2 miles from the Camden Hills State Park main entrance and is available for public use for a nominal fee.