Lincolnville, ME
Food scene
*Seasonal* check website for current hours--in season, Lobster Pound is generally open 12-8pm every day but Sunday.
Seafood offerings + salads, sandwich baskets (including kid friendly hot dog and grilled cheese). Indoor and outdoor seating available.
Walking distance, and they have a cute gift shop!
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Lobster Pound Restaurant
2521 Atlantic Hwy*Seasonal* check website for current hours--in season, Lobster Pound is generally open 12-8pm every day but Sunday.
Seafood offerings + salads, sandwich baskets (including kid friendly hot dog and grilled cheese). Indoor and outdoor seating available.
Walking distance, and they have a cute gift shop!
We love that Whale's Tooth is open year round, within walking distance, and the food is great! :)
Check their website for latest hours and menus as they change frequently.
Menu is mostly surf and turf, but includes vegetarian offerings (such as falafel grain bowl, caprese panini) and kid's menu (grilled cheese, chicken fingers, etc.).
Indoor and outdoor seating available.
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Whale's Tooth Pub & Restaurant - Lobster Rolls - Cocktails - Craft Beer - Waterfront Dining
2531 Atlantic HwyWe love that Whale's Tooth is open year round, within walking distance, and the food is great! :)
Check their website for latest hours and menus as they change frequently.
Menu is mostly surf and turf, but includes vegetarian offerings (such as falafel grain bowl, caprese panini) and kid's menu (grilled cheese, chicken fingers, etc.).
Indoor and outdoor seating available.
Great breakfast/lunch sandwiches and other offerings, delicious prepared foods and bakery treats for dine in or take home. They also have beer, wine, gifts, and a small grocery section.
Walking distance. This is our go-to for a quick bite in the area!
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Dots
2457 Atlantic HwyGreat breakfast/lunch sandwiches and other offerings, delicious prepared foods and bakery treats for dine in or take home. They also have beer, wine, gifts, and a small grocery section.
Walking distance. This is our go-to for a quick bite in the area!
Amazing selection of roasted coffee and loose leaf teas, as well as baked goods and gifts.
IMO, their delicious roasted coffee is the highlight…absolutely love it when we can smell it roasting from a couple of doors down!
Walking distance.
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Green Tree Coffee & Tea
2456 Atlantic HwyAmazing selection of roasted coffee and loose leaf teas, as well as baked goods and gifts.
IMO, their delicious roasted coffee is the highlight…absolutely love it when we can smell it roasting from a couple of doors down!
Walking distance.
Great lobster and seafood dishes. Indoor and outside deck seating with lovely views of Penobscot Bay, and BYOB/wine
~15-20 minute drive North of Lincolnville.
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Young's Lobster Pound
2 Fairview StGreat lobster and seafood dishes. Indoor and outside deck seating with lovely views of Penobscot Bay, and BYOB/wine
~15-20 minute drive North of Lincolnville.
Wood-fired pizzas, house-bake breads and desserts, prepared foods, beer, wine, and gifts. We love their breakfast sandwiches, plus just a great shop to browse.
~10 min drive "inland" from the house.
*Make sure you go early for breakfast sandwiches as they often sell out (as we've learned from personal experience more than once!), especially if you're looking for one on a homemade biscuit. :)
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Lincolnville Center General Store
269 Main StWood-fired pizzas, house-bake breads and desserts, prepared foods, beer, wine, and gifts. We love their breakfast sandwiches, plus just a great shop to browse.
~10 min drive "inland" from the house.
*Make sure you go early for breakfast sandwiches as they often sell out (as we've learned from personal experience more than once!), especially if you're looking for one on a homemade biscuit. :)
One of our favorite brewery/chains--menu is basic but food is good and reasonably priced, something for everyone
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Sea Dog Brewing Co.
1 Main StOne of our favorite brewery/chains--menu is basic but food is good and reasonably priced, something for everyone
This place is Blaze (not “Hoxbill”)
Wood fired pizza, salads, sandwiches, yummy starters--something for everyone.
Our family's first indoor dining experience post-COVID; Blaze in Camden has some (weird) special place in my heart...
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Hoxbill
5 Bay View LandingThis place is Blaze (not “Hoxbill”)
Wood fired pizza, salads, sandwiches, yummy starters--something for everyone.
Our family's first indoor dining experience post-COVID; Blaze in Camden has some (weird) special place in my heart...
Traditional seafood offerings and nice atmosphere in Camden harbor
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Waterfront
48 Bay View StTraditional seafood offerings and nice atmosphere in Camden harbor
Amazing farm to table restaurant! Short drive (~<15 min) north from Lincolnville.
Cater to brunch and dinner, but limited hours/days--check their website or give a call before making the drive.
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The Hoot
144 Bayside RdAmazing farm to table restaurant! Short drive (~<15 min) north from Lincolnville.
Cater to brunch and dinner, but limited hours/days--check their website or give a call before making the drive.
Good beer, very basic food menu, with outdoor seating and great views!
We were bummed when Marshall Wharf went on a short hiatus due to new ownership, and then COVID--so glad it's back!!
Short drive, ~15-20 minutes from Lincolnville.
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Marshall Wharf Brewing Company
36 Marshall WharfGood beer, very basic food menu, with outdoor seating and great views!
We were bummed when Marshall Wharf went on a short hiatus due to new ownership, and then COVID--so glad it's back!!
Short drive, ~15-20 minutes from Lincolnville.
Staple for pizza/sandwiches/snacks/ice cream/drinks (including adult beverages) during your visit to Lincolnville and the beach!
Re-opened as of Jun’22–we met the new owner (Matt), and are excited to say he’s great—very committed to high quality offerings, and being open year round. :)
Beach Store
Atlantic HighwayStaple for pizza/sandwiches/snacks/ice cream/drinks (including adult beverages) during your visit to Lincolnville and the beach!
Re-opened as of Jun’22–we met the new owner (Matt), and are excited to say he’s great—very committed to high quality offerings, and being open year round. :)
Camden Deli (not jewelry—no idea why Airbnb won’t let me fix this!)
Great sandwiches and prepared foods; often our go-to for a quick bite with water views (upstairs) or takeout when we're in Camden.
Beer/wine available for dine in or carry-out.
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Camden Jewelry
37 Main StCamden Deli (not jewelry—no idea why Airbnb won’t let me fix this!)
Great sandwiches and prepared foods; often our go-to for a quick bite with water views (upstairs) or takeout when we're in Camden.
Beer/wine available for dine in or carry-out.
City/town information
Quintessential Maine harbor town just a short drive (6 miles) from Lincolnville.
Great options for local shopping, dining and entertainment.
Plus "go-to" chains/necessities like Hannaford (groceries), Reny's (a Maine adventure!) and CVS.
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Camden
Quintessential Maine harbor town just a short drive (6 miles) from Lincolnville.
Great options for local shopping, dining and entertainment.
Plus "go-to" chains/necessities like Hannaford (groceries), Reny's (a Maine adventure!) and CVS.
Great shopping, quaint downtown and beautiful walk along the ocean! Roughly ~30 minute drive South from Lincolnville.
Owl's Neck, a short drive from Rockland, is amazing--beautiful walk/views and a lighthouse.
You can also find “big box” stores in this area like Home Depot, Marshall’s, Dollar Tree, and Ocean State Job Lots.
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Rockland
Great shopping, quaint downtown and beautiful walk along the ocean! Roughly ~30 minute drive South from Lincolnville.
Owl's Neck, a short drive from Rockland, is amazing--beautiful walk/views and a lighthouse.
You can also find “big box” stores in this area like Home Depot, Marshall’s, Dollar Tree, and Ocean State Job Lots.
Cute downtown harbor ~15 minutes north of Lincolnville. A few good restaurants and a brewery (Marshall Wharf), and check for seasonal events like outdoor art shows featuring local vendors.
Quaint shopping downtown, and “essentials” like Dunkin Donuts, McDonald’s and Hannaford on the outskirts.
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Belfast
Cute downtown harbor ~15 minutes north of Lincolnville. A few good restaurants and a brewery (Marshall Wharf), and check for seasonal events like outdoor art shows featuring local vendors.
Quaint shopping downtown, and “essentials” like Dunkin Donuts, McDonald’s and Hannaford on the outskirts.
Transportation
Great transportation option--including Midcoast Maine to/from Portland, Boston, & Logan Airport
We've used Concord Coach for trips to/from Boston/Maine, and there is a stop conveniently located at the Lincolnville Post Office on Route 1 (less than a 5 minute walk from the house).
Notes specific to the Lincolnville stop:
This is a flag stop, which means the bus will slow down but not stop automatically: "Passenger must physically wave and acknowledge the bus." (My husband learned this the hard way...luckily he had bumped into his cousin during his wait for the bus and was able to bum a ride to a later stop!)
Tickets aren't sold at the Lincolnville stop and must be purchased in advance online.
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Concord Coach Lines: Bus Terminal
100 Thompsons PointGreat transportation option--including Midcoast Maine to/from Portland, Boston, & Logan Airport
We've used Concord Coach for trips to/from Boston/Maine, and there is a stop conveniently located at the Lincolnville Post Office on Route 1 (less than a 5 minute walk from the house).
Notes specific to the Lincolnville stop:
This is a flag stop, which means the bus will slow down but not stop automatically: "Passenger must physically wave and acknowledge the bus." (My husband learned this the hard way...luckily he had bumped into his cousin during his wait for the bus and was able to bum a ride to a later stop!)
Tickets aren't sold at the Lincolnville stop and must be purchased in advance online.
Uber and Lyft are not available in Lincolnville.
In my search for alternate options, I came across Craft Delivery Service, which offers "a wide range of concierge services....from taxi service to grocery delivery and everything in between."
While their website lists "closing" as 8pm Sun-Thurs/9pm Fri/Sat, I spoke with the company's owner (Sue), and she clarified they do accommodate later drop-off/pickup times for taxi service.
Please feel free to call directly (207.542.0360) with any specific questions about arrangements and/or rates.
We haven't used this service yet, but they get great reviews on google, and Sue was very friendly and helpful during our brief phone call!
Craft Delivery Service
11 Main StreetUber and Lyft are not available in Lincolnville.
In my search for alternate options, I came across Craft Delivery Service, which offers "a wide range of concierge services....from taxi service to grocery delivery and everything in between."
While their website lists "closing" as 8pm Sun-Thurs/9pm Fri/Sat, I spoke with the company's owner (Sue), and she clarified they do accommodate later drop-off/pickup times for taxi service.
Please feel free to call directly (207.542.0360) with any specific questions about arrangements and/or rates.
We haven't used this service yet, but they get great reviews on google, and Sue was very friendly and helpful during our brief phone call!
Sightseeing
Quick drive south--very moderate hike to this beautiful lookout, or pay the park entrance fee and drive up to the same view.
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Mount Battie
Quick drive south--very moderate hike to this beautiful lookout, or pay the park entrance fee and drive up to the same view.
Acadia is national treasure--hiking for all levels, rocky beaches/cliff walk, and a sand beach.
Words aren't enough to elaborate; take a trip for yourself if your schedule allows! ~1.5-2 hour drive from Lincolnville, so doable as a day trip, but better if you're able to stay over a night in nearby Bar Harbor to truly enjoy the experience.
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Acadia National Park Pond
Acadia is national treasure--hiking for all levels, rocky beaches/cliff walk, and a sand beach.
Words aren't enough to elaborate; take a trip for yourself if your schedule allows! ~1.5-2 hour drive from Lincolnville, so doable as a day trip, but better if you're able to stay over a night in nearby Bar Harbor to truly enjoy the experience.
GPS: 186 Lighthouse Rd, Owls Head, ME 04854
Owl's Head Lighthouse is a hidden gem. I've traveled every summer to the Camden/Lincolnville area for the last 10+ years and only last year stumbled across this Lighthouse and park when my family was visiting from Indiana.
Absolutely beautiful, and ~40 minute drive from Lincolnville. I'd recommend combining this with a trip to downtown Rockland, which is on the way there/back.
Lighthouse Road
Lighthouse RoadGPS: 186 Lighthouse Rd, Owls Head, ME 04854
Owl's Head Lighthouse is a hidden gem. I've traveled every summer to the Camden/Lincolnville area for the last 10+ years and only last year stumbled across this Lighthouse and park when my family was visiting from Indiana.
Absolutely beautiful, and ~40 minute drive from Lincolnville. I'd recommend combining this with a trip to downtown Rockland, which is on the way there/back.
Lovely intermediate (but short) hike to the top of a cliff in Camden overlooking Lake Megunitcook.
~15 minute drive South, just past downtown Camden.
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Maiden Cliff
Lovely intermediate (but short) hike to the top of a cliff in Camden overlooking Lake Megunitcook.
~15 minute drive South, just past downtown Camden.
Must do during your trip—lovely breakwater and lighthouse in Rockland (on Samoset resort).
Less than ~mile walk on the breakwater to lighthouse. We’ve done this in flip flops and with small children, but note there are some gaps between the stones and crashing waves during high tide that can be intimidating to some (but probably not most).
That said, worth the visit even if to view from afar!
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Rockland Breakwater Light
Must do during your trip—lovely breakwater and lighthouse in Rockland (on Samoset resort).
Less than ~mile walk on the breakwater to lighthouse. We’ve done this in flip flops and with small children, but note there are some gaps between the stones and crashing waves during high tide that can be intimidating to some (but probably not most).
That said, worth the visit even if to view from afar!
Small sandy beach in Lincolnville, quick walk from the house.
We recommended using the small dirt path across the road to get there. And that you grab pizza, snacks, drinks and ice cream from The Beach Store if you get hungry during your visit!
Lincolnville Beach
2402 U.S. 1Small sandy beach in Lincolnville, quick walk from the house.
We recommended using the small dirt path across the road to get there. And that you grab pizza, snacks, drinks and ice cream from The Beach Store if you get hungry during your visit!
Winery ~5-10 minute drive from Lincolnville with tastings, bottles, and cheese plates/snack boards available for purchase.
Complimentary wine tours Saturdays and Sundays, with music some afternoons (check their website).
Reservations aren’t required, but are encouraged!
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Xưởng rượu Cellardoor
367 Youngtown RdWinery ~5-10 minute drive from Lincolnville with tastings, bottles, and cheese plates/snack boards available for purchase.
Complimentary wine tours Saturdays and Sundays, with music some afternoons (check their website).
Reservations aren’t required, but are encouraged!
Great stop in Stockton Springs on your way to Acadia--bridge observatory (you take an elevator up; view is spectacular!) and historic fort/site to explore.
There is a cute giftshop, and we've also randomly come across special events (i.e., "pirate day" for the kids) and guided tours when stopping in.
From their (Maine gov't) website:
"Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory is the crown jewel of coastal Maine, offering spectacular 360-degree views of the Penobscot River and Bay, the Maine countryside and the distant western mountains."
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Penobscot Narrows Bridge
U.S. 1Great stop in Stockton Springs on your way to Acadia--bridge observatory (you take an elevator up; view is spectacular!) and historic fort/site to explore.
There is a cute giftshop, and we've also randomly come across special events (i.e., "pirate day" for the kids) and guided tours when stopping in.
From their (Maine gov't) website:
"Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory is the crown jewel of coastal Maine, offering spectacular 360-degree views of the Penobscot River and Bay, the Maine countryside and the distant western mountains."
My first visit to the Children's Chapel was in 2015 with my (now) husband, his grandfather and my parents in search of a wedding venue. While we ultimately exchanged vows in Portland, this place holds a special place in my heart between very fond memories of that day and trips since for enjoying the scenery and walking trails all seasons (with our last visit being Winter'21).
More detail and directions from their website:
"Between Rockport’s busy harbor and the fields of Aldermere Farms sits Vesper Hill Children’s Chapel. Vesper Hill Children’s Chapel is a non-denominational outdoor chapel. The chapel can seat 50 people and is a perfect location for special occasions such as weddings, baptisms, and memorials. But even in the absence of a big event, the Chapel is a great place to relax, to think, to meditate or pray, and to paint or draw, and it is open to the public for all of these things.
The site that the Chapel enjoys used to be home to a hotel called Tamarack Lodge, which burned in 1954. The Chapel was built in 1960 by Helene Bok. Part of the stone foundation from the Tamarack has been incorporated into the gardens. Visitors enjoy a formal garden that features annuals and perennials, herbs, and a variety of trees. A spacious lawn provides great spots for picnicking.
Vesper Hill Children's ChapelA dedication plaque in the chapel reads: This chapel is built to the memory of all young people who have passed through this world and gained God by so doing. It stands for freedom, thought, prayer, and action. It stands for holiness within the body, and for God in the heart each waking hour. May the Lord bless all young people who come here for spiritual and mental refreshment. – Helene Bok..
To reach the Chapel, take Russell Avenue out of downtown Rockport. Then turn right on Calderwood Lane. Go past Megunticook Golf Course. On your right, you’ll see a driveway marked by a boulder with the world “Vesper Hill” inscribed on it."
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Vesper Hill Children's Chapel
Chapel RoadMy first visit to the Children's Chapel was in 2015 with my (now) husband, his grandfather and my parents in search of a wedding venue. While we ultimately exchanged vows in Portland, this place holds a special place in my heart between very fond memories of that day and trips since for enjoying the scenery and walking trails all seasons (with our last visit being Winter'21).
More detail and directions from their website:
"Between Rockport’s busy harbor and the fields of Aldermere Farms sits Vesper Hill Children’s Chapel. Vesper Hill Children’s Chapel is a non-denominational outdoor chapel. The chapel can seat 50 people and is a perfect location for special occasions such as weddings, baptisms, and memorials. But even in the absence of a big event, the Chapel is a great place to relax, to think, to meditate or pray, and to paint or draw, and it is open to the public for all of these things.
The site that the Chapel enjoys used to be home to a hotel called Tamarack Lodge, which burned in 1954. The Chapel was built in 1960 by Helene Bok. Part of the stone foundation from the Tamarack has been incorporated into the gardens. Visitors enjoy a formal garden that features annuals and perennials, herbs, and a variety of trees. A spacious lawn provides great spots for picnicking.
Vesper Hill Children's ChapelA dedication plaque in the chapel reads: This chapel is built to the memory of all young people who have passed through this world and gained God by so doing. It stands for freedom, thought, prayer, and action. It stands for holiness within the body, and for God in the heart each waking hour. May the Lord bless all young people who come here for spiritual and mental refreshment. – Helene Bok..
To reach the Chapel, take Russell Avenue out of downtown Rockport. Then turn right on Calderwood Lane. Go past Megunticook Golf Course. On your right, you’ll see a driveway marked by a boulder with the world “Vesper Hill” inscribed on it."
Easy/moderate trails ranging in distance from <0.5 miles to 5 miles (walking shore around the entire island...caution: check tide charts before you start) with lovely views. (haven't had a chance to grab/add photos, but hopefully will do so soon!)
~35 minute drive (North) from Lincolnville, with option to stop in Belfast or downtown Searsport on the way there/back, and/or drive a little more North and see the Penobscot Bay lookout (bridge and fort in Stockton Springs).
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Sears Island
Easy/moderate trails ranging in distance from <0.5 miles to 5 miles (walking shore around the entire island...caution: check tide charts before you start) with lovely views. (haven't had a chance to grab/add photos, but hopefully will do so soon!)
~35 minute drive (North) from Lincolnville, with option to stop in Belfast or downtown Searsport on the way there/back, and/or drive a little more North and see the Penobscot Bay lookout (bridge and fort in Stockton Springs).
Shopping
Very cute, reasonably priced giftshop in downtown Camden. Great variety of Maine "touristy stuff," in addition to nice selection of home accessories, jewelry and other misc.
I honestly went to this shop 4 times during my last visit (late Jul'22)--lots for everyone to enjoy including souvenirs/local Maine (a decorative fish wall hanging for my sister and small wooden sailboat I picked up) and other items (magic tricks for my nephew, dainty jewelry for my niece, a stuffed moose for my son).
Would highly recommend between selection, prices and service!
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The Smiling Cow
41 Main StVery cute, reasonably priced giftshop in downtown Camden. Great variety of Maine "touristy stuff," in addition to nice selection of home accessories, jewelry and other misc.
I honestly went to this shop 4 times during my last visit (late Jul'22)--lots for everyone to enjoy including souvenirs/local Maine (a decorative fish wall hanging for my sister and small wooden sailboat I picked up) and other items (magic tricks for my nephew, dainty jewelry for my niece, a stuffed moose for my son).
Would highly recommend between selection, prices and service!
What can I say other than reiterating their slogan, "A Maine Adventure!" :)
Reny's is a local "chain" founded in Maine. We frequent the Camden and Belfast locations often during our visits, in search of anything from reasonably priced seasonal items (Adirondack chairs, pool noodles, plastic buckets) to home essentials (clothespins, hangers, cleaning goods) to souvenirs (Maine sweatshirts/bags/mugs, salt water taffy, lobster-themed decor) to food/drink and shoes/clothing.
We've often found identical items between Reny's and local giftshops (much lower-priced at Reny's--other shops to remain unnamed!)
Highly recommend. :)
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Renys Department Store
83 Elm StWhat can I say other than reiterating their slogan, "A Maine Adventure!" :)
Reny's is a local "chain" founded in Maine. We frequent the Camden and Belfast locations often during our visits, in search of anything from reasonably priced seasonal items (Adirondack chairs, pool noodles, plastic buckets) to home essentials (clothespins, hangers, cleaning goods) to souvenirs (Maine sweatshirts/bags/mugs, salt water taffy, lobster-themed decor) to food/drink and shoes/clothing.
We've often found identical items between Reny's and local giftshops (much lower-priced at Reny's--other shops to remain unnamed!)
Highly recommend. :)
Reasonably priced grocery store with a good selection of food, drinks and other essentials.
They have one location in Camden (South) and Belfast (North).
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Hannaford Supermarket
93 Lincolnville AveReasonably priced grocery store with a good selection of food, drinks and other essentials.
They have one location in Camden (South) and Belfast (North).
Little grocery store in Northport (<10 minute drive) with a basic selection of food and drinks.
Our go to when we just need to pick up beer or a few items for dinner.
Wentworth Family Grocery
655 Atlantic HwyLittle grocery store in Northport (<10 minute drive) with a basic selection of food and drinks.
Our go to when we just need to pick up beer or a few items for dinner.