I recall my first real bed and breakfast experience in the small seaport town of Kennebunkport. In early spring of 1997, I moved from P.A. to West Kennebunk into a tiny little one-bedroom house. The flowers were just beginning to show their true colors, the air was still cool during the day but the sun shined brightly, burning off the fog around the harbor. I was on the hunt for a very special place where my best girlfriend, also visiting from P.A., could spend a few nights with her significant other. So, as the newbie in town, I headed down to "the port" to begin my search.
In a town like Kennebunkport, it's no small task to visit all of the incredibly fine lodging. Dotted with exquisite sea captains' homes, a few grand nostalgic hotels from a by-gone era, and graceful "cottages", I certainly had my work cut out for me. In and out I went, gathering brochures, chatting with innkeepers and concierges, adoring all of the splendor of the sea and my new "home town".
Finally, I settled on a "home" situated pleasantly on the Village Green. A short stroll to all of Kennebunkport's fine shops, galleries, and restaurants, the Captain Jefferds Inn Bed and Breakfast spoke to me. A stately white mansion with black shutters, it was graced with spansive lawns in a gorgeous "residential" neighborhood of other fine inns and homes. Peeking over the knoll I could see the river meandering towards the open sea and Kennebunk Beach.
Built in 1804 by Daniel Walker and completed in 1805, the Captain Jefferds Inn was given to his daughter, Mary, as a wedding present, not an uncommon thing to do in this era and area. She married Captain William Jefferds, and the mansion stayed in the family until 1884. It became an inn in 1980, and over the years with love and care has become the incredibly luxurious and comfortable inn that proudly stands today.
You will find no shortage of comfort and amenities here. Rooms are adorned with linens, classic window treatments and decor, tile baths, whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, and exceptionally comfortable beds. There is plenty of room to spread out, but guests are sure to maintain that cozy and personal touch that one expects from a small inn. Sara and Erik Lindblom have spared no expense. A lovely sunroom is the perfect place to enjoy coffee, tea, wine, and fabulous cookies. Gardens and meandering paths around the property beckon you outdoors and onto the Village Green to enjoy the salty air and beautiful gracious homes.
The attentive staff is ready to help you get settled, make dinner reservations, and suggest all of the things that you must see and do in Kennebunkport. Or, simply enjoy your private room and all of the goodies within.
Most Luxurious Room: The Baxter Suite
"Baxter is a fabulous newly renovated rustic luxury suite. Inspired by the old Maine camps, this room has a unique king size wooden bed, gas fireplace, terra-cotta tiled bath with walk-in shower and a large two person whirlpool tub. This is a very romantic and private room with it's own entrance and screened in sitting area." ~ Captain Jefferds Inn website
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