Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens located right here on our peninsula is one of the most fabulous places I've ever been. It's inspiring to think that what was once just the dream of a few people, willing to work their butts off and invest all their assets in, has become one of the top four botanical gardens in New England. Over 235 waterfront acres and still growing, improving and delighting all who enter. From children's special gardens to the wedding site of your dreams, it seems the Gardens has something for everyone. If you haven't yet visited; you're truly missing out. For more info: www.MaineGardens.org .

Only in Maine can it go from thunder storm to monsoon to sunshine in 7 hours! It's been an amazing day all around so far.

I just love to see my guests smile. How many people can you make smile in a day?

Being at Smugglers Cove is like revisiting your childhood. Remember those days when you were so intent on finding that perfect shell on the beach that you totally lost track of time? Or the times when you were basking in the sun by the pool and before you knew it your Mom was yelling out the back door,"Suppertime!!!" Well, we don't actually yell out "suppertime", but we do have a full service restaurant on site with fabulous views of that beach, pool and ocean. If you're really too comfortable to move out of that lounger, just call on your cell for pool side "Room Service"!.

Hope to see you by the pool!

Early morning at the Inn

Listening to all the birds in the trees this early morning seems the perfect way to wake up! I love the not-so-quiet of the mornings here on the coast of Maine. Right now I'm listening to the breeze rustle the leaves on the trees, the sporadic drone of the lobster boats hauling their traps, and the occasional car driving by. The slap of the rope on the flagpole sounds a steady ping in the breeze.

I just uncovered the swimming pool for the day. It only takes 5 minutes to uncover the pool although it measures 20 feet by 40 feet. It does, however, take me at least an additional 5 minutes to tear my eyes away from the incredible view of the cove and beyond. Back to the office I must go!!

Windjammer!

Today started off a little wet, but boy did it turn out to be B-E-A-U-tiful! The sun is out, almost no clouds in the sky, and the air is warm. Anyone care for a dip in the pool?

Windjammer Days are off going strong with the parade starting at 5. Its going to be crowded this year since this is the first time in years it has been sunny for the parade. The boats have been coming in all day, and our guests are excited! Fire works are this evening, which we should be able to view right from our rooms private balconies. So far it has turned out to be a great summer, let's hope it stays that way.

Our new Blog

So excited! Kim and I just set up this blog to keep you all abreast of the goings on in beautiful East Boothbay. Getting ready to jump into Windjammer Days. The Windjammers sail into Linekin Bay this afternoon. They will overnight here and enter Boothbay Harbor in the early afternoon tomorrow. Our 1820 House restaurant has a perfect view.

Our heated, outdoor pool is seeing a lot of action with all the fabulous weather we've been enjoying. Kayakers enjoyed a paddle around the bay @6am this morning!