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The Blue Hill Public Library offers a wealth of opportunities for the Blue Hill community including exhibits, lectures, films, various displays, discussion groups, chess and knitting groups, and community meetings. The space is one of the centers of the town with its variety of events, relaxed atmosphere and the splendid reading room that has 2 fireplaces creating a warm and cozy atmosphere in the chilly months.

Library Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday: 9 am – 6 pm
Thursday: 9 am – 8 pm; Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm

Reviews:

We are in from out of town and found this amazing library. The inside was really well done, a combination of a cafe (no food), museum, and a book store… However it’s a public library!!! There are two fireplaces inside that they actually use during the winter. The art work, model boats, and statues really add to the feel. The woodwork and interior is also really well done. All that to say, the staff was very friendly and the book selection was filed with classics and new arrivals!
Been to this Library, many, many times for various functions, from how to spot birds, to art exhibits to Book Sales. It’s a very good Library, will return for other functions like films, speakers, more book sales and just to browse the library. Great Place….

Mainescape Garden Shop

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Activities, Shopping

Starting as a landscape company Mainescape Garden Shop grew their offerings to include a garden shop, an organic produce and baked goods store, a specialty dog food store, and a mail order store selling beautiful Christmas wreaths and centerpieces. The property itself is a gorgeous piece of work with various rooms to get lost in and discover their latest items. You’ll be amazed at what you can find, from blueberry pies, to pottery, to seeds and flowers, to dog food and dog toys, to handmade rugs, to garden tools, to local produce, and even tasty sandwiches. One of the true gems of the Blue Hill Peninsula.

Since 1977, Mainescape has grown with our community. We began as a design/build landscape company and quickly added a small garden shop. We started by providing local gardeners with all the seeds, tools, soil, fertilizers and plants they needed in the planting season. 15 years later we began selling local organic produce and baked goods, as well as specialty pet foods. Along the way we started a mail order Christmas business and send our signature wreaths and centerpieces all over the country during the holiday season.

Reviews:

I am from out of state and completely blown away by the beauty, lay out and materials available. Not only do they have gorgeous plant materials but something for everyone. From flowers to food, decor to dog food. You need organic? They have that covered! Pies, decor, puzzles, oh my! Pottery and the things I did not even get to see upstairs! Beyond impressed at the beauty, friendliness and care in This gorgeous property. Best wishes to the owners and puppy!
So much more than a simple garden shop, though in spring/summer you could spend hours walking (or sitting on their benches and chairs) among their flowers and herbs and impressive selection of flowerpots, sure to find exactly what you hadn’t even known you needed. But inside they also have rooms to wander, and you should! There’s a room for seeds and your traditional garden supplies plus pet supplies (great brands of food and lovely items like the “coming in from the rain” dog hoodie towel that my dog actually doesn’t run away from!)

I am from out of state and completely blown away by the beauty, lay out and materials available. Not only do they have gorgeous plant materials but something for everyone. From flowers to food, decor to dog food. You need organic? They have that covered! Pies, decor, puzzles, oh my! Pottery and the things I did not even get to see upstairs! Beyond impressed at the beauty, friendliness and care in This gorgeous property. Best wishes to the owners and puppy!

In the center there’s an impressive collection of local foods and items, and it carries over into the next room, where you can find locally made gardening tools and natural gardening supplies, like Neptune’s Harvest products. There’s also rattan potting baskets and so much more to gaze at (and buy!) — even rugs, of all kinds, many handmade or loomed. I bought a beautiful bright Kilim rug that is still as bright today, even though it has taken a beating from my husband’s boots and my dog’s paws!

Plus, they allow us Mainers to keep going to the Blue Hill Farm Market year-round by lending them their greenhouse space!

The staff is friendly, always chatting with customers but ready to help whenever you need it. A real gem

Lovely nursery. Trusted by landscapers and home owners all over the Peninsula. Awesome pottery planters available.

Large assortment of flowering plants and gardening supplies. Local fruits and vegetables and sandwiches and the most awesome blueberry pies

Blue Hill Town Park

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Activities

The park has picnic tables for having a relaxing lunch, swings and climbing gyms for kids, a swimming pool and a large rock that is great for sun bathing or just chilling while reading a book or taking it all in.

The Blue Hill Town Park is a great place to take young children. It has swings and seesaws and climbing gyms. It is a nice place to let children run with others their age and maybe meet a new friend.

Great park with swimming beach, playground, and picnic tables.

Blue Hill Town Park – is at the end of Water Street by the hospital, and offers a beach and a large rock suitable for sunbathing. Although some brave enthusiasts risk it, swimming is not advised due to contamination due to the nearby sewage plant. Great park with swimming beach, playground, and picnic tables. The Blue Hill Town Park is a great place to take young children. It has swings and seesaws and climbing gyms. It is a nice place to let children run with others their age and maybe meet a new friend. The Blue Hill Town Park hosts the Flash in the Pan Steel Band street dance Monday evenings throughout the summer, a great place to dance and to listen to the steel band in the street. The Blue Hill Town Park, located at the end of Water Street in Blue Hill village is where the Flash in the Pan steel band plays most Monday evenings during July and August that you can hear at the Bungalow. (During 2016, they’ll play Monday evenings July 4, July 11, July 25, August 1, August 15 & August 29, 2016 from 7:30 pm to 9 pm. It’s a street dance. Young kids from the local George Stevens Academy in town descend onto the dance floor in hoards; it’s really fun!) The Blue Hill Town Park is also the local swimming beach… You can see the park’s big swimming rock from the Bungalow that inspired Robert McCloskey’s children book ‘Time of Wonder.” (There’s a copy in the Bungalow.) The Blue Hill Town Park also has a children’s playground with swings and seesaws, etc. And if you look carefully, you’ll find granite markers that mark the north, south, east and westerly directions…. “

The Blue Hill Town Park hosts the Flash in the Pan Steel Band street dance Monday evenings throughout the summer, a great place to dance and to listen to the steel band in the street.

Blue Hill Heritage Trust

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Activities, Hiking

Blue Hill Heritage Trust’s goal is to protect the land and water resources of the Blue Hill Peninsula and to foster the recreational, economic, and quality-of-life benefits of conservation. By advancing this vital connection between healthy land and healthy communities, the Trust strives to be fully involved in peninsula communities through strong collaborations with their partners and municipalities. The trust hosts events and programs all year long and manages trails and roads all over the Blue Hill Peninsula.

The Blue Hill Heritage Trust was founded in 1985 by a group of local residents who were looking for a way to counter the increasing development pressures that were threatening to alter the character of the Blue Hill peninsula, epitomized by a condominium proposal on Peter’s Cove in Blue Hill. They were assisted by the Maine Coast Heritage Trust, which had experience in helping the formation of local land trusts. The organization was incorporated under the laws of the state of Maine in 1985 as a membership-funded organization and received 501(c)(3) status from the internal Revenue Service the same year. Its first president was Jean Nickerson.

Humblebee Café

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Restaurants

Humblebee Cafe has indoor and outdoor seating.

Quick service sandwich shop and deli. Proudly offering Boar’s Head® products.

Humblebee Cafe is a family-owned restaurant that offers organic and delicious food along with a very comfortable environment.

Wow! Great wraps! Was pleasantly surprised by the quality and tastiness of the wraps we got. Falafel wrap and Turkey ranch wrap. If I lived around here I’d definitely be a regular here! Really good ingredients and great flavor.

Wow. Homemade buttery, flakey biscuits and even homemade bagels!! This gem is set back a little off the road with blooming flower boxes, a quaint and clean interior that offers seating and local quilts for purchase. The women who worked there were friendly and attentive. Don’t sleep on this one.
There is even outdoor seating.

Got breakfast sandwiches from this place which were so delicious. So fresh and hot. Highly recommend the homemade bagel for the breakfast sandwiches. Will be dreaming of this breakfast sandwich back in NY

Very cute place to eat breakfast. Plenty of seats outside, good friendly costumer service, nice garden on the back that you can visit, delicious biscuits and sandwiches, and the lobster roll is from another world!

Tasty homemade bagels and cream cheese to accompany your coffee. Nice dog-friendly outdoor seating area. We stopped here after checking out the Blue Hill Farmer’s Market

I have had nothing but wonderful service from the folks who own and work at Humblebee Cafe. The work that they have put into the space- inside and out shows! Everything is clean and fresh looking. The Greenhouse is a great option on a cool day and an innovative way to upcycle that space. During COVID they have had hands free pick up, takeout and through the winter there was a delivery option. Everything that I have tried there has been delicious! The Whole Hive Salad, Turkey Club, Steak and Cheese…all of the breakfast items. And the biscuits, oh the biscuits!!! So happy to see a local family succeeding and will happily continue to support them!

Fabulous food and the friendliest wait people in Blue Hill! Don’t miss the home made biscuits with jelly OR the breakfast sandwiches….sooo love HUMBLEBEE!!!

Reviews on facebook:

Best bagel sandwiches, beet salad is fantastic, always delicious foods!

Delicious Roasted Beet Salad, friendly staff, and fast service!

This cute cafe is amazing! So cozy and very smart and beautiful interior. I got a bagel breakfast sandwich, and I’m not sure if the bagels are homemade but they were killllerrrrrr!!! Will see u again soon!

The Fish Net

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Restaurants

You’ll find seafood dishes here. This restaurant guarantees you perfectly cooked lobster rolls, fried fish, and steamed mussels. It’s a pleasant experience to order good sundaes and tasty blueberry pie. Great coffee or delicious milkshakes are among the most popular drinks

The cozy atmosphere of this place makes visitors feel relaxed and have a nice time. The cheerful staff welcomes guests all year round. Spectacular service is a strong point that plays a great role in the success of this spot. From the guests’ viewpoint, prices are affordable.

Great place for a quick bite of everything fried you shouldn’t be eating, definitely worth it obviously followed up with a soft serve ice cream cone. One of the top lobster rolls in the Penobscot Bay area.

Steamers and fried clams are always great. Burgers, hot dogs, and salads give almost everybody a non-seafood option for those who might want one.

Save room for ice cream, frozen yogurt, or a milkshake. Really fun, local place! You can sit at tables and be waited on the inside (they have AC) or you can order at the window and eat at one of the outdoor tables. The food was good, and fairly priced.

What is there to say about the Fish Net? It’s practically an institution—good, classic, simple food. An Orange Dream milkshake just tastes like summer.

We had a lobster roll, crab roll, and fried clams all were very fresh and tasty. The staff was humorous and the owner is very friendly. This is a must-GO in Blue Hill.

The Fish Net menu offers a wide range of items. As expected, the Fish Net has lobster rolls and clams. They also serve lobsters, hamburgers, scallops, hot dogs, Haddock sandwiches, fish and chips, various chicken items plus many other things. They also sell live lobsters that can be taken home to prepare. A large menu with lots of variety.

Blue Hill Historical Society

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Gallery, Sights

The Blue Hill Historical Society is located in the historic Holt House (1815), a National Register of Historic Places site. This historic home and carriage household a varied collection of antique furniture, costumes, toys, and tools. The archives contain documents about families, businesses, and towns.

Opens: Tuesdays and Fridays 1:00pm – 4:00pmSaturdays 11:00am – 2:00pm or by appointment.

The Blue Hill Historical Society was founded in 1902 for the purpose of preserving the heritage of the Town of Blue Hill, Maine, U.S.A. The Society’s home and headquarters is in the Holt House, a historic house museum at the center of town, at 3 Water Street, at the intersections of Rts. 177 and 172.

Blaze

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Restaurants

If you are looking for a Wood Fire Flavors, Craft Beers, Local Food, Specialty Cocktails, and Live Music. Come and visit this place.

We provide fresh food and an ever-changing draft list, with menu items and beer for all tastes and palettes. Blaze offers both indoor and outdoor dining (weather permitting), in a comfortable setting.

Facebook reviews:

Our first experience in the Blue Hill location was fantastic! As always, the food at Blaze was phenomenal and the service was top notch! Thoroughly enjoyed the beer garden and the kid-friendly atmosphere. We will 100% be back!
The haddock is a good size portion and very delicious. The pear martini is to die for. The service was pleasant and fast.
Wonderful staff, the food is what we have come to expect from the Blaze establishments… Perfection! The drinks were on the mark!

Mike’s Market II

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Markets, Restaurants

If you want sandwiches, breakfast pizza coffee and donuts in the morning. At lunch they have hot, cold sandwiches, fried finger foods and pizzas made fresh daily and ready to go. No lines, no waiting. Come and visit this place.

You walk in and everyone knows you. It has the feel of the old-time stores where everyone goes to hang out and catch up. We drive 20 minutes past several store to come here. We love this store, the owners, and the people who work here!

Post Office Trail

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Hiking

The Post Office Trail in Blue Hill is 2.1 miles long with a total elevation gain of 295 feet and offers hikers an “out-and-back” adventure. It is considered one of the easier routes to experience and takes most people around 55 minutes to complete.

It is a popular trail for running and hiking and, during the winter, a great place for snowshoeing. While it is a busier trail, if you visit during the day, you can find some quiet and secluded areas for a bit of peace and relaxation. This trail is open throughout the year, and leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy the outdoor area.

Be sure to check the weather before you head out to ensure you are caught by an unexpected storm.

Check out this 3.4-km out-and-back trail near Blue Hill, Maine. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 55 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of the day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

All trails site reviews

Nice trail. leads to the other side of the road at Blue Hill Mnt. head. lots of Juniper berries and a great place to see the chrysalis due to the milkweed In the field at the beginning of the trail. Nice for kiddos!
Nice trail. Manageable length with a bit of a workout heading towards BH Mountain. Lots of forest and a lovely stream about midway. Not sure I would call it Moderate. Closer to Easy.
Fantastic trail that offers a mildly difficult climb with amazing views of Penobscot Bay and MDI

Blue Hill Heritage Trails

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Hiking

There’s no better way to experience all that the Blue Hill area has to offer than to take a hike in or around the area. You’re in luck because there are multiple trails you can enjoy. Some of the most popular options are found here.

The Osgood Trail

About a mile long, this trail takes you to the summit and takes an average hiker 35 to 45 minutes to complete. It’s a great trail for beginners, and the trail is mostly wooded with loose rock. There are some ledges and exposed roots, as well as stone stairs, so take note of this before heading down it.

The Becton Trail

For a bit of a longer trek through the woods, you can try the two-mile Becton Trail. It takes you through a softwood forest where pine and spruce trees create a canopy, providing shade for most of the hike. If you are a beginner when it comes to hiking, try one of the other options on the list since some challenging parts are best suited to someone who has more experience. You will enjoy views of Great Pond Mountain and Toddy Pond as you get close to the summit.

The Hayes Trail

The Hayes Trail offers a challenge for hikers who want to “see what they are made of.” It runs for about a mile and starts in an open field. On your mile walk, you will climb a stone stairway, ascend through a grove of beautiful oak, spruce, and fir trees, and enjoy amazing views to the south.

You can park at the Hayes and Osgood trailheads, which are located on Mountain Road. There’s also parking for the Becton trailhead on Turkey Farm Road, which is located in Blue Hill.

Blue Hill Mountain is a popular hike just north of the town of Blue Hill. The open summit affords excellent views over the Blue Hill Peninsula, Acadia, and Camden Hills.

Alltrtails site reviews:

I did this loop but I use the other trailhead on the same road. well, this is a moderate hike with lots of rock stairs it is a great beginner mountain if you’re working on your elevation. it took me 1.5hr with only a small rest at the top.
Great views. Well-marked trail. If you don’t want to go up (or down) the “difficult” section, there is an alternate trail. I took the steep path thinking it will be faster but in the end it probably would be the same time as I had to go slowly to watch my footing.
Fun, fairly easy trail to take a stroll with the doggo. Stunning views from the summit and the open path leading up to the hill!
Well marked with signs. We went counter clockwise up the mountain though I think going clockwise would be just as moderately difficult. We saw all age groups from elderly to a little three year old on the trails. Will definitely be back!

Peter’s Brook/Penny’s Preserve Trail System and Peter’s Cove

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Hiking, Tours

Peter’s Brook and its branches drain into the uplands of the eastern portion of the Blue Hill village. Peter’s Cove is a part of Blue Hill Bay. There is an entire trail system that offers you over five miles of hiking trails that will take you to different points on Peter’s Brook. At one location you will see a breathtaking waterfall and in other places granite quarries. The trailhead for Peter’s Brook is found on the other side of the street and across the water from the AB Herrick Memorial Landing. You can find the trailhead for Penny’s Preserve about 0.25 miles down East Blue Hill Road as you head away from the town.

If you want to see the natural side of Blue Hill, this is a great place to do so

Peters Brook and its associated branches drain the uplands east of the Blue Hill village into Peter’s Cove, which is part of Blue Hill Bay. The entire trail system has approximately 5 miles of hiking trails that take you along and out to various points along Peters Brook, including a beautiful waterfall and through historic granite quarries. The Peters Brook Trailhead is located on the opposite side of the street and across the stream from the AB Herrick Memorial Landing, and Penny’s Preserve trailhead is 0.25 mile down the East Blue Hill Rd (heading away from the village).

Review:

Well kept and laid out trails. Quite enchanting. True treasure.
Definitely recommend. Nothing to steep or strenuous where I went. Went swimming in a small waterfall in the middle of the woods. Blue hill is a beautiful area.

Blue Hill Mountain Hiking Trails

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Hiking

The Heart of Blue Hill Trail System includes Parker Point to South Street, Kaiser, and Murphy trails. Here you will find plenty of scenic and accessible trails that help you escape the hustle and bustle of the city and see what’s off the beaten path. You will find a wooded path with a crushed gravel path on the Murphy Trail, making it the ideal option for strollers and those with limited mobility.

Each of these trails offers a great way to get some exercise and see the natural side of Blue Hills.

Heart of Blue Hill Trail System: Parker Point to South Street, Murphy, and Kaiser Trails

This trail system is designed for accessibility and to provide a pleasant way to travel through Blue Hill Village on foot while getting off the busy roads. The Murphy Trail is a lovely wooded path with crushed gravel, perfect for a stroll through the woods and suitable for strollers or those with limited mobility. The Kaiser trail connects the Murphy Trail with our Parker Point to South Street Trail and is a typical wooded trail. The Parker Point to South Street Trail has been improved and now includes several new bridges, gravel-covered paths, and a long staircase up the slope coming out in between Mainescape and the Blue Hill Coop.

Reviews:

Climb to the top of Blue Hill for beautiful views of the area. The trail is well paved and well marked. it is mild-to-moderate (some parts are steep but they are doable even for families). A must-do while in Blue Hill!
I can’t believe I didn’t know about this place until looking for a sunset spot and following signs! My family and I came to Cadillac Mountain for the sunset, but it was very cloudy and the west direction was hidden by trees. However, we followed signs to this place, and we were not disappointed. You stand on the overlook, take pictures, and watch the sunset. Beware, it gets really windy. But this is a must do, it’s just hidden and few people talk about it on TripAdvisor.
A great one to three mile hike depending or route, dogs had a wonderful time, not crowded and amazing views up top, a medium steep hike, very nice, highly recommend it.

Kollegewidgwok Yacht Club

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Activities

KSEA or the Kollegewidgwok Sailing Education Association is a non-profit sailing school that provides classes for anyone in the Blue Hill area. Every summer, you can attend classes for beginning or advanced sailing. There are classes for both adults and children, too. The organization also offers any visiting yachtsmen access to trash receptacles, pump-out service, water, ice, fuel, and guest moorings.

Google Reviews:

Very nice accommodations and friendly atmosphere
Great, well-facilitated private yacht club.

Kneisel Hall

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Activities

Kneisel Hall is known around the globe and has students from all over the world. The faculty here are all accomplished musicians from throughout the United States. They offer twice a week performances and concerts in a small hall in the area. The concerts are just a short walk of the Blue Hill Inn, making them the perfect activity for those who are staying here.

Many of the concerts are sold out well in advance. Because of this, it’s smart to make pre-season reservations and the Inn staff will purchase tickets on your behalf if you request this.

Kneisel Hall, known as “the cradle of chamber music in America,” has provided musicians with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the chamber repertoire since 1902, realizing founder Franz Kneisel’s vision for over 100 years.

Acadian Boat Tours

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Activities, Tours

If you want to see a unique side of Blue Hill, then scheduling sightseeing, nature, lighthouse, seabird, or Tour of the Somes Sound with Acadian Boat Tours is a must. You can also plan family-friendly fishing trips, and private family charters, and have an opportunity to explore the exciting and unique wildlife population in the area, all while offering the picturesque scenery provided by the coastal area of Maine.

During these tours, you will have the opportunity to see the vintage homes in Bar Harbor, views of lighthouses – old and new – and so much more. Also, thanks to the on-staff naturalists, you can learn about all the wildlife you see along the way. It is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that your entire family will enjoy.

Acadian Boat Tours is located at the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel.

Acadian Boat Tours offers 4 distinct tours sailing from Bar Harbor, Maine. Our sightseeing/nature cruises sail along the shoreline of Frenchman Bay and see summer mansions, Egg Rock Lighthouse, highlights of Acadia National Park as well as bald eagles, harbor porpoise, seals and other sights and wildlife.

Reviews:

Fantastic boat tour during our Bar Harbor vacation. Probably the highlight of the trip for us. Carl was super knowledgeable- we learned a ton about the park, the surrounding area, its history, etc. It was worth every penny. We chose the Lighthouse and National Parks tour. They really went out of their way to show us the wildlife as well. Highly recommend!!
This was a fantastic tour! The crew and captain were super awesome! We saw 3 lighthouses, bald eagles, puffins, a number of other birds, and seals. This scenic cruise was well worth the money with so many beautiful islands and wildlife.
We had an amazing private boat tour with Captain Kelly! She asked what we wanted to see and made the most of our two hours. We saw Acadia, breathtaking cliffs and rocks, a cave, Sand Beach, Cadillac Mountain, seals and light houses. The homes and Porcupine Islands were very cool.

It was the best way to see the area and the private ride with Captain Kelly was more than we imagined. Give that lady a raise.

Highly recommend!!

The Activity Shop

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Activities, Tours

At The Activity Shop, you can rent paddle boards, canoes, and kayaks on a daily or weekly basis based on your plans. You can find both single or tandem kayaks and have your rental delivered to your location.

Here you can also schedule self-guided tours on the Blue Hill Harbor. During your tour, you get to visit several harbor islands that are only visible during high tide. Due to the popularity of these rentals, it’s recommended that you make a reservation.

Hours of Operation: Friday to Tuesday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or by making an appointment. Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays.

The Activity Shop has made it easy to explore the beautiful waterways of the Blue Hill peninsula and Deer Isle for over 20 years. We rent kayaks, canoes, paddle boards (SUP), and bicycles. Founded in 1996, Chris and Amy are the third owners and are proud to carry on the legacy of great customer service and creating family memories on the coast of Maine.

Reviews:

I wish every business was run like The Activity Shop. Friendly, helpful, informative and flexible. We really couldn’t ask for anything more. It’s not just about the kayak, but also great advice and tips about the area. My phone calls with the shop always go longer because it’s like talking to friends. Thanks for everything.
Their service and communication is “top-notch”. Our kayaks and gear were waiting for us at our rental home when we arrived and were picked up after we left. Always, a pleasant, seamless experience with The Activity Shop.
Great service renting from the activity shop. They delivered our kayak to our Brooklin rental before we even arrived, made sure we all the necessary PDFs and paddles so we were ready to get onto the water the first day. There was great communication from them regarding weather alerts and pick up times. Would definitely rent again from them in a heartbeat, thanks guys!

Blue Hill Fair

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Activities, Tours

Harken back to your childhood by planning to attend the Blue Hill Fair, hosted right in the town of Blue Hill. This is the setting for a childhood favorite, “Charlotte’s Web,” which is a book written by Brooklin native E.B. White.

Hosted around Labor Day each year, the fair offers some of the most exciting exhibits, attractions, and entertainment in the area. Each year, the fair draws thousands of residents and visitors to see what it’s all about. Some of the most talked about attractions and events include the Demolition Derby, Sheep Dog Trials, and livestock exhibits.

Since 1892, county fair features fun for the entire family including children’s activities, games, midway, exhibits, non- pari-mutuel racing entertainment, commercial vendors, a variety of food and attractions, arts and crafts and more.

Reviews:

One of the Best country fairs, I have ever been to. With a connection to great story about a little pig, everyone should experience this great local Maine attraction, if they get a chance to. Will do an extended blue ribbon review at a later date.
Great show and fairly clean grounds. Loads of food vendors and a few trinket vendors. A few farm equipment dealers and car dealers as well. Overall a great experience, horse pulls and stunt shows as well.
I had an absolute blast at this fair with my family! There was more food than other local fairs, and the rides were on point! It was great and brought me back to my childhood!

The Farmhouse Inn

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Places to Stay

Established in the 1870s, the Farmhouse Inn is a family-owned and operated bed and breakfast nestled in Blue Hill Maine. When you stay at the Inn, you have 48 acres to explore just at the base of the beautiful Blue Hill Mountain. It is also just located three miles from the center of Blue Hill Bay and Blue Hill village.

The Inn has five queen guest rooms, all with private baths, three junior suites all with private baths, and one large king suite that provides guests a private entrance. When you stay here, you are almost guaranteed to find a guest room that meets your needs.

The Farmhouse Inn is also the home of Rioux Catering, which is a full-service catering company and offers service for both on-and off-site events.

he Farmhouse Inn is a family owned & operated, 1870s bed & breakfast in Blue Hill, Maine. The Inn sits on 48 acres at the base of Blue Hill Mountain, just 3 miles from the center of Blue Hill village & Blue Hill Bay. With 5 queen guest rooms with private baths, 3 junior suites with private baths & 1 large king suite with private entrance, you’re sure to find a guest room suited to your needs.

Reviews:

This place is perfect! We stayed here for a weekend while hosting a small memorial service. The rooms were cozy, well decorated, and clean, and the event space was perfect! Great views and nice spaces both indoors and outdoors. The catering …
Truly, the Rioux’s and their team welcomed us like family and made this event so intimate and amazing. There is thought and care in every corner of the venue- truly words can’t do it justice- and I haven’t even mentioned the food yet!!! THE FOOD!!! Every bite was SO GOOD!!! I’m a native Mainer, but for many of our guests, this was their first time here, and we really wanted them to experience Maine’s seafood and fresh summer flavors- oh boy, did Ann and her team deliver!!! We had lobster, we had blueberry cobbler, we had steak so tender you barely needed a butter knife to cut it! We also had the best crab cakes of my life, and I’m a hard sell.

Blue Hill Inn

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Places to Stay

The understated feel of this 11-room historic inn offers visitors a real look at what this region has to offer. The Inn sits on two acres in the center of the Blue Hill area, just a block from the head of the Blue Hill Bay.

The Inn itself was originally constructed in 1830 and features a perennial garden, a small grove of fruit trees, cozy hammocks, outdoor seating areas, and Heritage elm trees. It’s within walking distance of many restaurants and shopping venues. Thanks to the Inn’s dedication to eco-tourism, it has been awarded the Environmental Leader award from the state of Maine and the designation of a Green Leader by Trip Advisor.

Blue Hill Inn is a romantic Maine Coast bed and breakfast located in the center of historic Blue Hill, Maine. We offer eleven well-appointed guest rooms, as well as two private suites next door, with rooms available year-round.

We’re centrally located in the heart of the coastal town of Blue Hill, Maine. Walk to the shops, galleries, and restaurants in town or take a stroll down to the waters of the harbor at Blue Hill Town Park. Take an hour’s drive along the coast to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor for the perfect Romantic Maine Coast Getaway.

Reviews:

This place was awesome! The breakfast was amazing, the room super charming. Overall a great find in a small town!
Lovely inn, a very comfortable stay! The wild blueberries were in season and I had the very best blueberry pancakes in my life!!!!! Highly recommend!!!!
Blue hill is an adorable little town, and the Blue Hill Inn is an adorable little Inn. Blue Hill itself is tucked away, outside of any of the nearby touirst areas, but still has great access and plenty to do. Duncan and Sarah both know A TON about the local area and will go out of their way to guarantee you enjoy your time in and around Blue Hill. Hot coffee is always available in the sitting room, snacks are out and wine is served in the evening. The rooms are spacious, comfortable, and quiet. Breakfast is made with all local ingredients and is superb. If you are looking for a place to enjoy a slice of Maine, the Blue Hill Inn is it

Maine R&R

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Places to Stay

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Tradewinds Market

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Markets, Shopping

Tradewinds Marketplace is a unique, full-service grocery store that offers visitors an exciting shopping experience. If you never enjoyed shopping for groceries, you will now.

After the Market experienced quite a few expansion projects, has almost doubled in size, which gave the owners the opportunity to offer many new products. The market takes pride in offering specialty products that are produced by local suppliers, as well as from around the world. At the Tradewinds Marketplace, you will find all types of Hannaford Brand products and you will find the same or even better brand pricing than in bigger metropolitan areas.

Store Hours: Sunday – Saturday 7:00 am to 8:00 pm

Tradewinds Markets is a Maine-owned and operated business. Our first location was opened in Blue Hill, and we’ve been expanding ever since. We now operate 14 locations across Maine and have added a Fitness Center to our Blue Hill location for local residents.

Reviews:

This store is owned by such caring people! Their staff are exceptional. The selections keep growing as the store expanded. The meat is beyond fresh! Their hamburg is never fatty! So happy we have this store in our community!

Very happy with the awesome new fresh produce options. Also the other new items like Indian food ingredients and gluten free stuff. it’s wonderful! Keep up the good work!

Blue Hill Co-Op

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Markets, Restaurants, Shopping

The Blue Hill Co-op is a grocery store that’s cooperatively owned and specializes in selling organic and local foods. Currently, the Co-Op employs over 60 full- and part-time workers and is owned by more than 2,100 individuals. Everyone is welcome to shop here and through the years, it’s become a food hub for the entire area.

You can find a huge selection of items that are all sourced with quality, responsible sourcing, and sustainability in mind. While shopping here, you will find all types of specialty foods for all types of dietary needs including FODMAP, keto, gluten-free, and plant-based or vegan foods. The Co-op is proud to support the organic and local food system.

During your visit to the Co-op, you can also dine at the restaurant where you can enjoy classic Maine dishes for lunch and dinner. There is always wine and beer on-tap. Other items available to order include falafels, kebabs, burgers, panini, and smoothies, all that are made to order. You can dine inside or on the patio.

Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

At the Co-op, we curate our selection with quality, sustainability, and responsible sourcing in mind. We carry many specialty foods for various dietary needs, such as plant-based/vegan, gluten-free, keto, and FODMAP. We pride ourselves on supporting local and organic food systems. In 2020, we purchased $1,239,818 in local products, resulting in sales of around $2,000,000. A prime example of this is in the meat case, where generally half the available cuts are from local farms.

Reviews:

We drive 140 miles round trip almost every week to buy organic from this store. I promise it is one of the best. Wish they had some cafe items without gluten and animal fat. Some organic guacamole without nightshades added would be great. Like their wine selection. Good selection of malbec and Sangiovese reds. Wish they would mark the local, uncertified veggies with maybe yellow price cards.
We were so pleased to find this large food co-op/grocery store in the area. It is open to the public (no membership needed) and has an incredible selection of sometimes hard-to-find items for special diets (vegan, gluten free, etc). Produce is super fresh and they prioritize sourcing locally grown and organic options. Bulk section includes things like oats, baking flour, nuts, maple syrup, and quite a bit more. Lots of pantry staples, coffees, beer + wine, and basically anything you’d need out of a grocery store. I was so pleased to find vegan cheese alternatives, as well as several vegan grab-and-go items near their deli. I haven’t tried anything from the cafe area, but look forward to doing so soon! I appreciate their dedication to covid measures too.

Blue Hill Wine Shop

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Shopping

If you want a unique shopping experience, then visiting the Blue Hill Wine Shop is a must. Here you can find all types of unique and even oddball wines at every price point, which means even if you are on a budget, you can still get something to take home. You can also find all types of cheeses, cured meats, pates, and a huge assortment of grocery items.

Other items you can buy here to take back home include coffees, teas, tobacco products, ciders, beers, and unique items that make great souvenirs.

Hours of Operation: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday

THE WINESHOP HAS ON OFFER:

Cracking Good (if occasionally oddball) Wines, all at appropriate prices
Thoughtfully Selected Cheeses, Pates, and Cured Meats
A Fully Stocked Assortment of Grocery Items
Local and Imported Beers & Ciders
Coffees and Teas of Quality and Tobacco Items
Good Times, Occasional music, and Assorted Tom (and Jane) Foolery When the Time for Such Things Returns.

Reviews:

Outstanding! Carefully curated wine selection, great cheeses, hard to find Asian ingredients, prefect espresso. Staff and owners knowledgeable, fun, and friendly. Cool, eclectic, music on the turntable!
Another jewel in the Blue Hill area, great selections of wine and cheese and other stuff as well. Prices and selection are both very good. As sophisticated as any such shop you are likely to see in any big city of your choice.
This exceptional shop was the perfect antidote to slow-to-open restaurants on the Blue Hill peninsula. After checking in to the Blue Hill Inn, my wife wandered down the street in search of a place to eat for dinner. She found this wine shop with an exceptional selection of wines with staffers ready to make a recommendation if desired. She returned with a reasonably-priced bottle of red wine, two cheeses, olives, sardines and crackers. We enjoyed these selections on the lawn of the inn and, with an assist from the innkeeper, this was one of the most memorable dinners during our week-long vacation.

Blue Hill Books

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Shopping

Blue Hill Books is a quaint, independent bookstore that looks like something straight out of a Hallmark movie. The store is open throughout the year and offers guests a modest selection of magazines, stationary, and books.

You can find all types of books here, including those from both mainstream and independent presses and publishers. If you love books, this is a must-see on your visit to the Blue Hill area.

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturdays 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Located just off Main Street in Blue Hill, we stock a broad selection of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, travel books, nature writing, mysteries, cookbooks, art and architecture monographs, and children’s books, as well as a curated selection of titles from small and independent publishers and presses.

Bucklyn Coffee

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Coffee Shop

The coffee you can purchase at the rustic Bucklyn Coffee is roasted on the coast of Maine and with their stated goal of bringing out the “best in the beans” they truly deliver as many claim it to be the best coffee in the area hands down. There’s no seating so it’a pick up and go type of place and the parking can be a bit challenging out front so it’s recommended to park down the street and wander up to the shop along your way. The homemade syrup and sticky buns get rave reviews as well.

You can also buy their roasts on the Bucklyn Coffee website.

Great place for coffee! Super kind and quick for how busy they are! It is pick up and go and you have to watch where you park.

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. It means a great deal to us. So glad you enjoyed it! So true about the parking, however. It is a bit challenging. backing into traffic is no joy. Best to park further down Main street and walk around enjoying all the other great shops in town as well. Have a great Summer Lady Lea!

Best coffee shop in the area. Cute little shop and delicious home made syrup. Super friendly guy that knows what he’s doing with coffee. I’ve spent days looking for good coffee while visiting. Will def be back when I’m in the area. 🙂

Best coffee shop in the area, hands down. And the sticky buns! and the staff! and the location! I must get back there as soon as possible.

And part of it really is about the place. It’s like a cross between a roadside coffee stand back in Washington State and a general store. There’s not really places to sit, set up your laptop and be productive but it’s a good place to linger a bit and be just social enough for New England.

The best coffee I’ve ever had! Made with so much care and love that you can taste it. If you’re in this area I highly recommend stopping here. I’m looking forward to coming back!

Got the dark roast Sumatra and it’s delicious! Full body with a ton of flavor and way less harsh than other dark roasts I’ve had. The owner was very helpful and offered a ton of knowledge and insight while I was deciding what beans I wanted! I can’t wait to go back for more beans and some of the coffee they have on-site.

Yannis Pizza Blue Hill

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Restaurants

Do you want to experience amazing pizza in a quaint restaurant situated in the heart of Blue Hill? If so, Yannis Pizza delivers – literally.

This restaurant provides a huge selection of toppings and options so you can satisfy your pizza craving.

Open every Tuesday – Saturday 11 am-8 pm.

Our top priorities include offering quality food and quality customer service. Come enjoy a nice meal in a quaint setting any day or night of the week!

We look forward to seeing you here.

Love, Yanni’s.

Reviews:

Yannis doesn’t pretend to be anything except for what it is. Decent, simple honest pizza and grilled and fried food, nothing pretentious, and the staff is friendly. It was exactly the place to go on a rainy afternoon with 8 hungry, rambunctious kids, or some pizza to go with your beer. And did I mention it’s probably the best restaurant value.
If your looking for a quick, yummy bite to eat this is the place. Good food, good service, good prices and friendly staff.
Ordered here multiple times, never had a discrepancy. Always just like I ordered. Definitely recommend.
They make the best pizzas! Amazing crust, they’re extremely polite their turnaround time is awesome and when you request a very unique tough to make pizza there on it and they make it perfectly!

Barncastle Hotel & Restaurant

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Places to Stay, Restaurants

Barncastle is a unique destination in Blue Hill offering guests access to five rooms, with the suites being appointed with king-size beds, television, and an en-suite bathroom. On weekdays, visitors can also dine at the on-site pub after 4 PM. Here you can enjoy some of the best, eastern-style comfort food along with craft cocktails and all types of Maine ciders and beers available on-tap.

There’s also a live music venue on-site, which stays booked. You can plan your own events here, but dates fill quickly so it’s best to call well in advance to ensure you get the date you want.

Reviews:

Walk through the front door and back in time. My room was large and airy, the food was good. The laid back, welcoming atmosphere made this a great choice for a solo night away.
Absolutely lovely and cozy hotel! Stayed one night and had some appetizers at their pub, which were very tasty. The room was extremely comfortable as well! It’s even cuter than the pictures show it to be. Wish we could have stayed another night.

Shaw Institute

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Sights

The Shaw Institute is a scientific research organization that was originally founded in 1990. The mission of this 503(C ) 3 organization is to find and expose environmental health threats via innovative science. The Institute also works to form strategic partnerships with the purpose of improving ecological and human health.

Along with learning about ecological health and preservation, you can also schedule a boat tour while visiting. You can cruise in the 12-passenger lobster boat on Blue Hill Bay. The excursions are all hands-on and designed for people of all ages. They are both fun and informative.

The Shaw Institute is a nonprofit scientific research organization founded in 1990 by environmental health scientist Dr. Susan Shaw. Over three decades, our research on plastics, ocean pollution, flame retardants, and climate change has informed public opinion and fueled policy, impacting millions of people in the U.S. and worldwide.

A signature program now in its 16th year, the Environmental Speaker Series brings national and global experts and thought leaders to the Blue Hill Research Center (and online) to hear updates and engage in dialogue on critical environmental and human health concerns in a public forum setting. Each talk is followed by a Q&A session.

Siam Sky

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Restaurants

If you want authentic Thai cuisine in the middle of the New England, then Siam Sky is a great destination. With a relaxing setting and authentic, culturally accurate music, you can enjoy your favorite Thai dishes while in Blue Hill.

You can order from an array of amazing recipes that include special ingredients from experienced chefs who can recreate authentic Thai cuisine. You can dine indoors or on the patio during good weather. If you want your food available when you arrive, order or call online.

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

At Siam Sky we bring our first-class recipes, special ingredients and experienced chefs to offer you authentic Thai cuisine in Blue Hill, Maine. Dine in our serene dining room or on our beautiful patio. Call or order online for takeout.

We hope our amiable and excellent service will make you more than a guest, more like a friend.

Husband and I had dinner tonight and I absolutely had to write a glowing review! This is my first restaurant review ever! Attention to detail is over the top – immaculate, wonderful decor, friendly and speedy service. Vegetable pad Thai was perfect, chicken noodle soup was also perfect, and we came home with an entire quart.

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Marlintini’s Bar & Grill

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Restaurants

The restaurant offers amazing food and serves a selection of dishes from soups and salads to locally sourced fisherman’s platters and more. This is the perfect location for a family meal, lunch with co-workers or just to watch the weekly game.

Hours of Operation: 11 AM to Close Everyday

Marlintini’s is a favorite gathering place for both locals and tourists alike. We pride ourselves on delicious food, serving everything from soups and salads to an over-flowing fisherman’s platter and everything in between! The perfect place for dinner with the family, business lunch with co-workers, watch a Patriots game while enjoying a Maine craft beer with friends or date night!

Reviews:

In the area for a long weekend and popped in here for dinner. Staff was friendly, food was great. I will go back for sure.

Consistently excellent friendly service and hot delicious food. The drinks are great- you will not be disappointed.
Great rotating drink selection. Great mix of pub style apps and full dinner meals. Like two restaurants in one, lively pub atmosphere in the bar, but with a nice family dining area as well.
The atmosphere caught my eye right away kind of pieced together type of layout that really worked for these kinds of establishments. Decorated with many retro signs and many, many pictures and models of fish. Lots of interesting things to see.

The Nor’Easter Pound & Market

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Restaurants

When you visit The Nor’Easter, you’ll find a comfortable environment and staff that’s ready to provide visitors with the tastiest and freshest food available.

You can enjoy breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM with lunch and dinner served each day from 11:30 AM until 8:00 PM. You can also visit the specialty market, where you can purchase fresh seafood, locally made products, and other types of branded merchandise.

Hours of Operation: Open Daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM

At The Nor’Easter our culture of enthusiasm and passion to provide the freshest and tastiest food will be shown by the energy and attention we give to our products and customers. This will not only be apparent in the quality of the final product but also in the pride we take in how we conduct ourselves.

It is our priority to respect ourselves and our customers by following the golden rule, treating others the way we hope to be treated ourselves. The Nor’Easter will aim to be a cornerstone of the community and leave all those it touches with rejuvenated positivity.

Sandy’s Blue Hill Cafe

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Coffee Shop, Restaurants

At Sandy’s Blue Hill Café, you can enjoy house-roasted espresso and coffee, fresh-baked goods, and local favorites for breakfast and lunch. You can also order craft beers, cocktails, and wine during your visit.

The Café itself has a comfortable, laid-back environment and is located in a renovated historic building in the downtown area of Blue Hill. Along with amazing food, you can also enjoy live music while you dine, which is available on Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations are recommended if you plan to come for one of the live music performances.

Hours of Operation: Thursday to Monday 8:00 AM to Lunch Close (By 3 PM daily); Open some Fridays for lunch or dinner concerts.

We’re very excited to offer a broader variety of homemade baked goods, including our housemade, hand-crafted bagels, popovers, old-fashioned doughnuts and a range of homemade sourdough breads (plain, olive and rosemary, cranberry and walnut). Our bagels are more New York-style than you can even get in New York nowadays. Totally hand-crafted: hand-mixed, kneaded, shaped, boiled and baked – BY HAND. You will LOVE these bagels. BUT – these bagels are very labor-intensive and we can’t make them available in the same quantities that many bagel shops (that are fully mechanized) can. SO – we encourage all patrons to pre-order bagels in any quantities greater than 6 (and no more than 24). Usual varieties available are Poppy, Sesame, Salt, Onion, Plain, and Everything (sorry, no whole wheat, and Cinnamon Raisin can only be pre-ordered in quantities of 12 to 24). Our popovers are made fresh daily and our doughnuts are always made to order – always hot from the kitchen and always served with the doughnut hole. You can have our homemade sourdough as toast options for breakfast, bread options for our lunch sandwiches – and you can buy by the loaf on certain weekends.

Reviews:

Really great food here. I had pancakes that were amazing (and a really fresh-tasting bloody mary), others had the french toast and omelet. Great service, very prompt and friendly.
This cafe is a complete joy from the owners, waiters, location, and most importantly, the food. We’ve gone every day since arriving in Blue Hill and have enjoyed absolutely everything. The food is very high quality and you can tell it’s made with care by skilled hands. We even bought some of the frozen meals to have for dinner since restaurants close a bit early around here. Everyone here is extremely friendly and we’ve enjoyed their lively personalities and a good chuckle with them all. We will miss Sandy’s once we leave and will look forward to our next trip to Maine to visit again!
The best sandwich !!! We got the turkey burger and the Rachel on the most delicious gluten free bread !!! The mango seltzer ! So good!!!!! I loved it !!! Great customer service !!! A must stop to eat!!!

Arborvine

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Restaurants

Located right in the seaside village of Blue Hill, this restaurant has quickly earned a reputation as a destination for anyone who wants a fine dining experience. Featuring cozy fireplaces and intimate tables, the dining rooms are described by many guests as being some of the most romantic in the area.

The food is all locally sourced American dishes with an impressive wine list that’s all served in the 1823-era farmhouse. When you visit this restaurant, you will immediately feel at home and comfortable thanks to the atmosphere the owners have created.

For reservations, call (207) 374-2119. You can also book online via the restaurant’s website.

Hours of operation: 5:30 to 9:00 PM Wednesday through Saturday

Reviews:

We feel like we hit the jackpot tonight dining at Arborvine. The wait staff was so attentive and the meal is one of the best we have ever eaten. We started off with Brie. We had the rack of lamb and the pork tenderloin. Both were prepared excellently. We have been staying in Bar Harbor, but the drive was well worth it.
Arborvine is one of my family’s favorite restaurants to visit when we go to Maine. The food is always good and the atmosphere is very friendly. I recommend the oysters, mango/lobster salad, and duck
Very nice place for dinner. Make sure to have a reservation, but that’s also easily done online. The food was very good! The best we had on our two weeks vacation so far, which also included New York City. We also had a very nice chat with the waitress. She had very good food suggestions, especially for dessert. Definitely recommend this place!

Cynthia Winings Gallery

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Gallery, Sights

If you want to experience a space with dynamic and engaging artwork, then the Cynthia Winings Gallery in Blue Hill should be a must-see on your to-do list when visiting the area. The artwork is displayed in a building that was once a barn and there are two full floors of amazing artwork for you to see. You can tour a sculpture garden outside and plenty of pieces described as “new and enticing” by visitors.

When you step through the front door of the Cynthia Winings Gallery in Blue Hill, you enter one of the most dynamic and engaging art spaces in Maine. The humble façade (the building was once a barn) belies its compelling contents, from choice Maine landscapes and thought-provoking narrative and figurative work to abstract and conceptual art of the first order. Two floors of aesthetic surprises and delights await the art aficionado. And a new sculpture garden welcomes you to walk around outdoors and find contemporary sculpture artfully placed in the landscape. A contemporary fine art gallery located in Blue Hill, Maine. Please visit the website for more information and to plan your visit. Wear a mask and Take Good Care!

Reviews:

An unexpected delight and great selection of works! I found myself spending much more time at the gallery than I had originally planned. The artists captured beautifully the ever changing colors and textures of the rich Maine landscape.
One of the most interesting and beautiful spaces for an art gallery. High quality art with an even nicer owner.

Blue Hill Bay Gallery

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Gallery, Sights

The Blue Hill Bay Gallery is a fine arts gallery in Blue Hill, Maine that contains unique and impressive artwork you won’t see elsewhere.

The artwork is displayed in an 1820s-era brick building and during the gallery tours you can see works by emerging and nationally recognized artists in many different mediums. All the work is focused on capturing the beauty and uniqueness of the New England region. The display is constantly changing as new artwork is displayed and accessible throughout the year. Every month, there are new contemporary paintings featuring Maine’s landscape, along with a permanent collection of various 19th and 20th-century works.

The hours of operation are 10am-4pm Tues-Sat from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and then only on weekends after that.

Review on google:

“Maine art gallery featuring contemporary and historical works of New England.”

Handworks Gallery

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Town: Blue Hill

Category: Gallery, Sights

At Handworks Gallery, you will find a huge collection of Maine and local art, jewelry, and contemporary crafts. Originally founded in 1975, the gallery offers an array of art from emerging artists, with new work being added throughout the year.

Here you can find unique gifts that are meaningful and thoughtful, along with all types of items for your own home. You can visit the area from May to December or shop online.

Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Handworks Gallery shows fine arts and crafts from local and Maine artists.

Handworks Gallery on Main Street in Blue Hill, Maine, has represented Maine artists since 1975. The gallery provides visitors and year round residents with a thoughtfully curated selection of fine art, pottery, hand woven rugs, shawls, jewelry, functional and sculptural work in wood, clay and paper. A wonderful source for local handcrafted gifts.

About Us

Handworks Gallery features an exceptional collection of local and Maine art, contemporary craft, and jewelry. Founded in 1975, the gallery represents a diversity of established and emerging artists, with new work added throughout the year.

We’re an ideal source for those special gifts that are one of a kind, thoughtfully created, and meaningful. You’ll find treasures for the home and perhaps something special for yourself!

We’re located in the center of the small coastal village of Blue Hill in a wonderful old building that was formerly the Blue Hill Department Store. The gallery incorporates the quirks of an old building and enjoys its charms including old fashioned tin ceilings. Stop in and enjoy the abundance of creativity.

We’re open from May – December and are open for selected hours during the winter season.

Can’t visit in person? We invite you to shop our online store. It’s a work in progress, with new items added regularly.

Jonathan Fisher House

Rewritten – No

Town: Blue Hill

Category: Sights