Pilgrim's Inn

Top choice in Down East


Overlooking the Northwest Harbor, this handsome post-and-beam inn was built in 1793 and offers refined country charm in its 10 rooms and three cottages. Pine floors and solid-wood furnishings are common throughout; some rooms have gas fireplaces and pretty views over the millpond.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Down East attractions

1. Nervous Nellie's Jams & Jellies

3.09 MILES

Nervous Nellie's cooks up delicious jams and chutneys the old-fashioned way from its base on Deer Isle. It's well worth making the trip to load up on jars…

2. Sand Beach

4.8 MILES

About 1.5 miles west of Stonington, a short path leads to a lovely cove overlooking a serene coastline. True to its name, this beach is sandy: a rarity on…

3. John Perkins House

12.7 MILES

Dating from the 18th century, this two-story Colonial home was one of the first houses built in Castine (a forested wilderness at the time). Guided tours…

4. Wilson Museum

12.7 MILES

On the waterfront, about half a mile west of the town dock, the Wilson Museum houses an exquisite collection of fossils as well as global artifacts made…

5. Islesboro

12.74 MILES

From Lincolnville (6 miles north of Camden on US 1), hop on the ferry to this small resort island (population 570), one of the finest places for cycling…

6. Town Common

12.91 MILES

One of the prettiest town commons in Maine, Castine's grassy quadrangle dates back to the early 19th century and is framed by an architectural showcase of…

7. Castine Historical Society

12.93 MILES

Overlooking the leafy town common, the Castine Historical Society hosts temporary exhibitions throughout the year, often with thought-provoking themes. A…

8. Witherle Woods

13.21 MILES

Occupying 185 acres of forest and coastline along the Castine Peninsula, the Witherle Woods are part of the Maine Coast Heritage Trust. They contain a…