Showing posts with label Camden Maine. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Camden Maine. Show all posts
Happy Tuesday friends! As I mentioned last week, I am excited to spend the next couple of weeks sharing with y'all some recap posts from the girls trip that I took four years ago through New England, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia (along with some new posts from this time that I never shared also!)! I hope that it encourages you to consider taking a road trip (in part or in whole depending on your circumstances) this fall to these beautiful places in the world.
With the world slowly opening back up to some travel, the places that we went to and explored and the posts that I will be sharing are really good options (especially for those - who like myself) are extremely cautious with health reasons as we were outside and separated away from others so much. I hope that these can be adapted for your own personal needs.
Today I am excited to share some of the pictures from our drive through Maine. As I mentioned before I met up with Ali in Boston and we drove north to Camden, Maine and then on to St. Andrews By the Sea (in Canada) which was our second major stop. Doing this route gave us the opportunity to truly see a lot of Maine which was really neat.
Before this trip I had only been in Maine twice before and both times were very brief. I had driven through Portland on a tour, quickly visited the Portland Head Light House, and also spent a delightful couple of hours in Kennebunkport, but this trip provided the opportunity to really see Maine.
(Edit 2021: Since this trip took place I have been blessed to return back to Maine in a variety of different ways and times (even on a cruise) and on a New England winter road trip. You can read more about all of the Maine adventures we have taken by clicking HERE!)
As I drove the entire trip, I also felt that driving through gave me a completely different perspective then my previous quick hours in the state.
It was delightful to see the different coastlines and beaches but I also really enjoyed the opportunity to see more of the beautiful countryside that the state offers.
One of our first stops on the way to Camden was in Freeport, Maine.
One of the sweet things was that the Freeport Maine Library was open to considering putting Praying Through Lyme Disease into circulation in their library. I was so grateful for their consideration and immediately fell in love with their library and the gazebo out front. I shared the above picture on Instagram- Isn't it precious and charming?
Before we left we snapped a couple of pictures of the charming town and both agreed that it would definitely be a place to visit.
On Sunday, October 1st, after leaving Camden, we proceeded to drive north to St. Andrews By the Sea.
A lot of our driving was spent off the main highway and it afforded us these amazingly gorgeous views of different parts of Maine that we may not have seen otherwise.
We stopped often, just in awe of the beauty that surrounded us on this trip.
One of our stops turned out to be one of my favorite parts of the entire trip. If you know me you know that I love living life fully and this includes grabbing different moments. As I was driving I saw this gorgeous lake to our left that didn't look to far away and so I turned off on this small (unpaved) road. I think Ali was a bit concerned, but I was grateful that she went along with it (hahaha- not that I gave her much choice! *smiles*) because we ended up finding a most beautiful spot.
Crawford Lake was stunning. We both were in absolute awe of the beauty and spent time just soaking in the gorgeous views of the lake.
I was in complete awe of the beauty that surrounded us.
As we continued on our drive we kept talking about the beauty that we saw and the amazing place that Crawford Lake was. Taking a trip like this teaches you a ton of things... about the world, about people, and about yourself. There were so many things that I learned on this trip and one thing was to never stop exploring. There are times in life where it is not possible to travel to a far away destination, but that brief side road detour reminded me that life is full of beautiful adventures that we are surrounded by... even just taking a few moments to detour off of our normal path. So the lesson I walked away from on that day was to keep exploring, keep adventuring, and to keep taking the time to stop and appreciate the beauty. You truly never know what is around the next corner.
Today I am excited to continue to share more from my recent trip through New England, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia. You can read all of the posts from the trip by clicking on the links below:
MAINE:
Camden: // Lord Camden Inn Review // Maroon Swing Dress & Boots //
// A Walk Through Downtown Camden Maine // Maine Schooner Olad Sunset Cruise //
// A Walk Through Downtown Camden Maine // Maine Schooner Olad Sunset Cruise //
Cape Neddick: // Cape Neddick Lighthouse //
General: // A Drive Through Beautiful Maine and a Lesson to Never Stop Exploring //
Portland: // Ferry Ride from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia to Portland, Maine //
NEW BRUNSWICK:
St. Andrews By the Sea: // A Drive Across the Ocean Floor to Minister's Island //
// A Walk through St. Andrews By the Sea // Kingsbrae Gardens //
// Purple and White Midi Dress in the Garden // The Algonquin Resort Review //
// A Walk through St. Andrews By the Sea // Kingsbrae Gardens //
// Purple and White Midi Dress in the Garden // The Algonquin Resort Review //
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND:
All Things "Anne": // Anne of Green Gables Museum // L.M. Montgomery Birthplace //
// Green Gables Heritage Home // Green Gables Walking Trails // Dalvay By the Sea //
// Montgomery Inn at Ingleside // A Look Inside Montgomery Inn at Ingleside //
// Senators Suite at Montgomery Inn at Ingleside // Anne & Gilbert the Musical //
// Green Gables Heritage Home // Green Gables Walking Trails // Dalvay By the Sea //
// Montgomery Inn at Ingleside // A Look Inside Montgomery Inn at Ingleside //
// Senators Suite at Montgomery Inn at Ingleside // Anne & Gilbert the Musical //
// The North Cape (Tingish) // Wind & Reef Restaurant // A Lighthouse Adventure //
// A Walk on the Beach Beside the Rugged Cliffs // Charlottetown, PEI //
// Sunrise Ferry from PEI to Nova Scotia //
NOVA SCOTIA:
General: // A Drive Through Stunning Nova Scotia // Sunrise Ferry from PEI to Nova Scotia //
// Ferry Ride from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia to Portland, Maine //
Halifax: // Halifax Citadel //
Lunenburg: // Lunenburg //
// Ferry Ride from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia to Portland, Maine //
Halifax: // Halifax Citadel //
Lunenburg: // Lunenburg //
Happy Tuesday friends! I hope that today is a beautiful start and adventure to a new week!
Happy Monday friends! As I mentioned last week, I am excited to spend the next couple of weeks sharing with y'all some recap posts from the girls trip that I took four years ago through New England, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia (along with some new posts from this time that I never shared also!)! I hope that it encourages you to consider taking a road trip (in part or in whole depending on your circumstances) this fall to these beautiful places in the world.
With the world slowly opening back up to some travel, the places that we went to and explored and the posts that I will be sharing are really good options (especially for those - who like myself) are extremely cautious with health reasons as we were outside and separated away from others so much. I hope that these can be adapted for your own personal needs.
One of the things that I am excited to share in these posts about the trip is the places that we stayed at. Today I am so excited to share with y'all about the place that we stayed at in Camden, Maine which was the Lord Camden Inn. It truly was an amazing place to stay and I definitely recommend it.
Lord Camden Inn is a premier downtown boutique hotel that is nestled into the heart of the downtown streets. The beautiful 36-room inn is a four-story property that has both rooms and suites.
The slogan on the room key says "a stay worth remembering" and this could not be more true. Lord Camden Inn is a Triple A 3-Diamond rated property, is completely non-smoking, and is also pet-friendly.
The Inn looks like it is part of a New England postcard from the front and the back and it is perfect for a romantic getaway, a girls weekend, or a family vacation.
We arrived at the Inn on Saturday late afternoon after traveling for the day and were immediately struck by the Inn's stunning architecture. One of my favorite things about the Inn was the beautiful old world brick walls that were throughout the property. Even our room suite had a brick wall section and it was just gorgeous.
We were warmly welcomed to our stay and were offered assistance with our luggage.
After checking in, we pulled around to the back of the hotel to unload our luggage. The parking for the Inn is about two blocks away in a reserved parking lot for Inn guests, so there is a couple of spaces for 15 minute parking to load and unload your belongings.
Our room was on the second floor and was a deluxe fireplace suite with two queen beds.
The Deluxe Fireplace Rooms are oversized, with ample space, high ceilings, crown molding, and the beautiful architectural brickwork that I mentioned earlier. Each of the rooms include gas fireplaces and either come with a King or 2 Queen beds. As I mentioned, we were given a room with 2 queen beds and the beds were so incredibly soft and comfortable. I literally had one of the best nights of sleep of the whole trip that first evening. (If you are interested in seeing more of the rates and rooms that are available you can click HERE.)
The minute that we walked in we felt comfortable and excited for our stay. It truly had a welcoming and yet sophisticated feel to it.
One of the best parts about the room was the private balacony that we had. It was large enough that we both could relax and it was so neat to see the streets of Camden from our room.
When we arrived and checked in, we were delighted to discover how close we were to everything in Camden. We were literally just footsteps away from not only the unique shops, the restaurants, the amphitheater, but also to the waterfront Harbor.
Because we had reservations with the Maine Schooner Olad for a Sunset Cruise, we were delighted to discover that we didn't need to drive and park at the waterfront but could easily walk the 2-3 minutes from Lord Camden Inn.
Every guest who stays at Lord Camden Inn also receives breakfast as part of their stay. Breakfast is available each morning from 7am to 9:30am and includes a variety of different options and choices.
There was a variety of fresh fruit, different breakfast meats, quiche, hot and cold cereals, a variety of different breads and many different juices, teas, and gourmet coffee to enjoy.
Overall our stay was excellent and I would definitely go back to Camden and stay at the property again. A couple of quick notes for those who are considering staying at Lord Camden Inn:
1. Parking to check-in was a bit tricky for a Saturday. Due to the limited parking on the streets and the location of Lord Camden Inn, you may want to pull around to the back of the Inn to check-in as there really are limited street parking spots.
2. Be aware that the parking lot for the Inn is a couple of blocks away. It is easy to get to, but for those who may have disability issues, keep this in mind. The wonderful thing about Lord Camden Inn is that it was full of warm hospitality and was told that someone would be happy to park the car for me and retreive at the time I needed it. This option is available for all guests and is great to know ahead of time.
3. For those who follow a gluten-free diet, Lord Camden Inn did provide a variety of options at breakfast, including a gluten-free granola. This little extra was just one tiny example of the amazing service at the Inn.
The property is unique and beautiful beyond what it offers in the way of amenities and location. The stunning architecture and those on staff truly make Lord Camden Inn what it is and somehow that just adds to the magic of a stay in Camden, Maine.
Our stay at Lord Camden Inn was absolutely wonderful. Even a couple of weeks later I continue to talk about how restful and rejuvinating the property is and how welcoming everyone on staff was. You could tell that there is a closeness and a warm and welcoming atmosphere that is throughout the community. It truly welcomes you in and is wonderful and I would love to go back.
Interested in booking a stay at the Lord Camden Inn? You can connect with Lord Camden Inn and make reservations here:
Phone Number: (207) 236-4325
I hope that each of you have a chance to stay at Lord Camden Inn and connect with them. It is truly such a beautiful and lovely place. Please let me know if you have any questions!!
Additional Posts on Camden, Maine:
If you are interested in reading more from our trip, you can read all of the posts from the trip by clicking on the links below:
MAINE:
Camden: // Lord Camden Inn Review // Maroon Swing Dress & Boots //
// A Walk Through Downtown Camden Maine // Maine Schooner Olad Sunset Cruise //
// A Walk Through Downtown Camden Maine // Maine Schooner Olad Sunset Cruise //
Cape Neddick: // Cape Neddick Lighthouse //
General: // A Drive Through Beautiful Maine and a Lesson to Never Stop Exploring //
Portland: // Ferry Ride from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia to Portland, Maine //
NEW BRUNSWICK:
St. Andrews By the Sea: // A Drive Across the Ocean Floor to Minister's Island //
// A Walk through St. Andrews By the Sea // Kingsbrae Gardens //
// Purple and White Midi Dress in the Garden // The Algonquin Resort Review //
// A Walk through St. Andrews By the Sea // Kingsbrae Gardens //
// Purple and White Midi Dress in the Garden // The Algonquin Resort Review //
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND:
All Things "Anne": // Anne of Green Gables Museum // L.M. Montgomery Birthplace //
// Green Gables Heritage Home // Green Gables Walking Trails // Dalvay By the Sea //
// Montgomery Inn at Ingleside // A Look Inside Montgomery Inn at Ingleside //
// Senators Suite at Montgomery Inn at Ingleside // Anne & Gilbert the Musical //
// Green Gables Heritage Home // Green Gables Walking Trails // Dalvay By the Sea //
// Montgomery Inn at Ingleside // A Look Inside Montgomery Inn at Ingleside //
// Senators Suite at Montgomery Inn at Ingleside // Anne & Gilbert the Musical //
// The North Cape (Tingish) // Wind & Reef Restaurant // A Lighthouse Adventure //
// A Walk on the Beach Beside the Rugged Cliffs // Charlottetown, PEI //
// Sunrise Ferry from PEI to Nova Scotia //
NOVA SCOTIA:
General: // A Drive Through Stunning Nova Scotia // Sunrise Ferry from PEI to Nova Scotia //
// Ferry Ride from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia to Portland, Maine //
Halifax: // Halifax Citadel //
Lunenburg: // Lunenburg //
// Ferry Ride from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia to Portland, Maine //
Halifax: // Halifax Citadel //
Lunenburg: // Lunenburg //
A HUGE thank you to Lord Camden Inn and Matthew Levin for the lovely media rate stay.
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