Candlebay Inn
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include a television in a common area and a picnic area.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include a television in a common area and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the bed & breakfast's room service. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Location
With a stay at Candlebay Inn in Freeport, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of LL Bean Flagship Store and Casco Bay. This bed & breakfast is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Freeport Historical Society and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Harrington House.
What's nearby
Casco Bay(0.1 Miles)
LL Bean Flagship Store(0.4 Miles)
Freeport Historical Society(0.5 Miles)
Harrington House(0.5 Miles)
Wilbur's of Maine Chocolate Confections(1.2 Miles)
Mast Landing Sanctuary(1.5 Miles)
Bradbury Mountain State Park(2.4 Miles)
Desert of Maine(4.2 Miles)
Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park(4.7 Miles)
Wolfe's Neck Farm(4.9 Miles)
Bradbury Mountain State Park(5.7 Miles)
Eartha(6 Miles)
Clay Play(6.4 Miles)
Winslow Memorial Park(7.7 Miles)
Androscoggin Swinging Bridge(9.2 Miles)
Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal)(20.5 Miles)
Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM)(21 Miles)
Wiscasset, ME (ISS)(25.2 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Cycling
Fishing
Location
8 Maple Avenue, Freeport, Maine, United States of America
Casco Bay (0.1 Miles)
LL Bean Flagship Store (0.4 Miles)
Freeport Historical Society (0.5 Miles)
Harrington House (0.5 Miles)
Wilbur's of Maine Chocolate Confections (1.2 Miles)
Mast Landing Sanctuary (1.5 Miles)
Room options
2
Azalea Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
1
Forget-Me-Not-Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
2
Daisy Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Double Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
2
Evergreen Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
1
Clover Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
3
Bayberry Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
2
Forget-Me-Not-Suite
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 5
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews
9.4
Superb
Based on 487 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
46%
Family
40%
Group
8%
Solo
4%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Candlebay Inn draws praise for its welcoming host, homey atmosphere, and consistently delicious homemade breakfasts, alongside a walkable, quiet location near LL Bean and downtown Freeport that makes it convenient for shopping, dining, and transit.
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Candlebay Inn draws praise for its welcoming host, homey atmosphere, and consistently delicious homemade breakfasts, alongside a walkable, quiet location near LL Bean and downtown Freeport that makes it convenient for shopping, dining, and transit.
Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet, though several note small layouts, low or tight showers, steep stairs, and other quirks of the historic building. Cleanliness is consistently praised, and on-site perks like parking and all-day coffee or snacks add convenience. Expect a charming B&B-style stay focused on hospitality and location rather than full-service hotel amenities.
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Facilities
Amenities are simple, with appreciated on-site parking and complimentary coffee, tea, and occasional snacks for guests.
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Laura
6 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent breakfast, home made. The innkeeper was very helpful, showed me around the facility & my room, gave a bit of history of the house, one of the historic B&B's. It's not fancy, but furnished in the period, like your grandma's house, so it feels comfortable & homey. Very comfortable beds. Stand-up shower stall but adequate. Option to open window for fresh air or use AC. Fresh air was nice! I'd go back again!
Excellent breakfast, home made. The innkeeper was very helpful, showed me around the facility & my room, gave a bit of history of the house, one of the historic B&B's. It's not fancy, but furnished in the period, like your grandma's house, so it feels comfortable & homey. Very comfortable beds. Stand-up shower stall but adequate. Option to open window for fresh air or use AC. Fresh air was nice! I'd go back again!
10
Beth
10 Dec 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Quaint, well maintained B&B in downtown Freeport. Very clean and pretty rooms. Wonderful owner was very friendly and informative about area. Homemade delicious breakfast every morning! Coffee, tea available thru out day. They even made a cake in afternoon! 2 blocks from LLBean, very walkable to all shops and restaurants. Will now be our go to place when we visit Maine!
Quaint, well maintained B&B in downtown Freeport. Very clean and pretty rooms. Wonderful owner was very friendly and informative about area. Homemade delicious breakfast every morning! Coffee, tea available thru out day. They even made a cake in afternoon! 2 blocks from LLBean, very walkable to all shops and restaurants. Will now be our go to place when we visit Maine!
10
Aleksey
18 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed one night in Evergreen room. The room was good, and the bathroom was almost the size of the room! There are plenty of things within walking distance from the inn (LL Bean, restaurants). They also have good parking space. The innkeeper lady is very sweet and helpful. Breakfast is excellent! Wi-Fi works. Bed is on a softer side. Overall, I enjoyed my stay. It is a small inn in a historic building, so your experience will be different from staying in a chain hotel.
I stayed one night in Evergreen room. The room was good, and the bathroom was almost the size of the room! There are plenty of things within walking distance from the inn (LL Bean, restaurants). They also have good parking space. The innkeeper lady is very sweet and helpful. Breakfast is excellent! Wi-Fi works. Bed is on a softer side. Overall, I enjoyed my stay. It is a small inn in a historic building, so your experience will be different from staying in a chain hotel.
10
Cindy
10 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Our host met us at check in, and the property is beautiful and historic!! Lots of amenities including homemade cake and coffee for guests! Very nice!
Our host met us at check in, and the property is beautiful and historic!! Lots of amenities including homemade cake and coffee for guests! Very nice!
10
Theodore
17 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was equipped with sprinklers and other fire safety items. Owner graciously welcomed us.
Room was equipped with sprinklers and other fire safety items. Owner graciously welcomed us.
10
Joseph
17 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect accommodations, and host thoughtfully provided lots of extras for the guests. Also, just a safe, pleasant 3-block walk to LL Bean and surrounding shops and restaurants.
Perfect accommodations, and host thoughtfully provided lots of extras for the guests. Also, just a safe, pleasant 3-block walk to LL Bean and surrounding shops and restaurants.
10
Donna
30 Jan 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful 2 night stay! Lovely bed and breakfast in a charming historical home. Connie was welcoming and accommodating. Walking distance to Freeport shops and restaurants. On-site parking. Quiet and clean room with a tasty morning breakfast. Looking forward to future stays here!
Wonderful 2 night stay! Lovely bed and breakfast in a charming historical home. Connie was welcoming and accommodating. Walking distance to Freeport shops and restaurants. On-site parking. Quiet and clean room with a tasty morning breakfast. Looking forward to future stays here!
8
Fritz
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ausgezeichnetes Frühstück. Genügend Parkplätze.
Ausgezeichnetes Frühstück. Genügend Parkplätze.
10
Luke
14 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We felt welcomed by the homelike atmosphere of the Candlebay Inn. The innkeeper, Connie, was engaging and helpful. The breakfasts were delicious with fresh coffee available well before breakfast time.
We felt welcomed by the homelike atmosphere of the Candlebay Inn. The innkeeper, Connie, was engaging and helpful. The breakfasts were delicious with fresh coffee available well before breakfast time.
10
Nadine
11 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Wonderful 3 day stay! Warm and friendly Host! Charming room, very clean and very quiet. Delicious breakfast and different each day. Fresh baked cookies and cold water bottles available and little snacks in your room. The location is perfect, close to all the shops and restaurants. 20 minute ride to Portland. Lots to do. Will definitely go back. Highly recommend!
Wonderful 3 day stay! Warm and friendly Host! Charming room, very clean and very quiet. Delicious breakfast and different each day. Fresh baked cookies and cold water bottles available and little snacks in your room. The location is perfect, close to all the shops and restaurants. 20 minute ride to Portland. Lots to do. Will definitely go back. Highly recommend!
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is consistently praised across reviews, with rooms and common areas described as very clean and well kept.
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Eric
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Thank you to the inn keeper Connie and her family for a wonderful taste of New England hospitality. Hopefully I'll get to come back and visit again The inn is clean and well taken care of even though the house was built in 1848. Breakfast chats with other guests and the inn keeper was a highlight of the stay. Would highly recommend!
Thank you to the inn keeper Connie and her family for a wonderful taste of New England hospitality. Hopefully I'll get to come back and visit again The inn is clean and well taken care of even though the house was built in 1848. Breakfast chats with other guests and the inn keeper was a highlight of the stay. Would highly recommend!
10
Carl
14 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful quaint B&B walking distance to the Downeaster train, LL Bean and all of downtown. Owner and family friendly and accommodating,, breakfast was delicious. Rooms were clean and well kept.
Beautiful quaint B&B walking distance to the Downeaster train, LL Bean and all of downtown. Owner and family friendly and accommodating,, breakfast was delicious. Rooms were clean and well kept.
10
Amanda
10 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly host, beautiful property with clean, comfy rooms, tasty breakfasts and perfect location to wander around town
Friendly host, beautiful property with clean, comfy rooms, tasty breakfasts and perfect location to wander around town
10
Eliza
21 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had an excellent last minute stay at the Candlebay Inn. Our room was cozy, clean, and quiet. The property is walking distance to downtown Freeport and a quick drive away from Portland. Connie was a friendly and helpful host. We highly recommend Candlebay Inn.
We had an excellent last minute stay at the Candlebay Inn. Our room was cozy, clean, and quiet. The property is walking distance to downtown Freeport and a quick drive away from Portland. Connie was a friendly and helpful host. We highly recommend Candlebay Inn.
10
William
5 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Quaint and wonderful B&B. Super kind and friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable. Shopping and eating are very close and walkable. Wonderful experience!
Quaint and wonderful B&B. Super kind and friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable. Shopping and eating are very close and walkable. Wonderful experience!
10
Andrew
5 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Was just a pleasure from check in to check out. A quiet and clean room which was beautiful. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Highly recommended
Was just a pleasure from check in to check out. A quiet and clean room which was beautiful. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Highly recommended
10
Robert
19 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in an historic house. Friendly and clean. Excellent breakfast.
Great location in an historic house. Friendly and clean. Excellent breakfast.
10
Matthew
11 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a historic bed and breakfast in a lovely residential area only a block from the business district in Freeport. The host, Connie, was very pleasant and accommodating. The breakfast was absolutely delicious! I was here 2 nights in different rooms, one upstairs, one downstairs. Both were very comfortable, clean, and quiet. I would also say the value far exceeded what you could get at any hotel. I was very pleased to stay here.
This is a historic bed and breakfast in a lovely residential area only a block from the business district in Freeport. The host, Connie, was very pleasant and accommodating. The breakfast was absolutely delicious! I was here 2 nights in different rooms, one upstairs, one downstairs. Both were very comfortable, clean, and quiet. I would also say the value far exceeded what you could get at any hotel. I was very pleased to stay here.
10
Nadine
11 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Wonderful 3 day stay! Warm and friendly Host! Charming room, very clean and very quiet. Delicious breakfast and different each day. Fresh baked cookies and cold water bottles available and little snacks in your room. The location is perfect, close to all the shops and restaurants. 20 minute ride to Portland. Lots to do. Will definitely go back. Highly recommend!
Wonderful 3 day stay! Warm and friendly Host! Charming room, very clean and very quiet. Delicious breakfast and different each day. Fresh baked cookies and cold water bottles available and little snacks in your room. The location is perfect, close to all the shops and restaurants. 20 minute ride to Portland. Lots to do. Will definitely go back. Highly recommend!
10
Linda
27 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were welcomed by a very friendly host. The house and property were attractive and clean. Our room had everything we needed for a comfortable and pleasant stay. Breakfast was delicious. Very convenient location. A
We were welcomed by a very friendly host. The house and property were attractive and clean. Our room had everything we needed for a comfortable and pleasant stay. Breakfast was delicious. Very convenient location. A
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and generally quiet, but several guests mention smaller layouts, tight showers, sloped ceilings, and steep stairs due to the historic house.
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Paul
16 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay here. It is so well located to exploring Freeport shopping and dining. The breakfasts were delicious! The only reason we rated our visit 4 stars is actually on us. This is an old house with steep steps and no elevator. We did not think to ask for a first floor room. We will return and stay on the first floor next time.
We had a wonderful stay here. It is so well located to exploring Freeport shopping and dining. The breakfasts were delicious! The only reason we rated our visit 4 stars is actually on us. This is an old house with steep steps and no elevator. We did not think to ask for a first floor room. We will return and stay on the first floor next time.
10
Cynthia
25 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Close to town, nice room for 4 people.
Close to town, nice room for 4 people.
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Leland
13 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Shower was way too small.
Shower was way too small.
10
Aleksey
18 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed one night in Evergreen room. The room was good, and the bathroom was almost the size of the room! There are plenty of things within walking distance from the inn (LL Bean, restaurants). They also have good parking space. The innkeeper lady is very sweet and helpful. Breakfast is excellent! Wi-Fi works. Bed is on a softer side. Overall, I enjoyed my stay. It is a small inn in a historic building, so your experience will be different from staying in a chain hotel.
I stayed one night in Evergreen room. The room was good, and the bathroom was almost the size of the room! There are plenty of things within walking distance from the inn (LL Bean, restaurants). They also have good parking space. The innkeeper lady is very sweet and helpful. Breakfast is excellent! Wi-Fi works. Bed is on a softer side. Overall, I enjoyed my stay. It is a small inn in a historic building, so your experience will be different from staying in a chain hotel.
10
Andrew
5 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Was just a pleasure from check in to check out. A quiet and clean room which was beautiful. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Highly recommended
Was just a pleasure from check in to check out. A quiet and clean room which was beautiful. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Highly recommended
10
Susan
9 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was excellent and the Inn was very quaint. We were very happy with the size of our room and the breakfast that was served. The owner was very friendly and helpful. We would stay there again!
The location was excellent and the Inn was very quaint. We were very happy with the size of our room and the breakfast that was served. The owner was very friendly and helpful. We would stay there again!
10
Celeste
15 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is an old house converted to a B&B type Inn. It is quaint and charming - filled with east coast decor. The rooms are very comfortable, albeit small. The beds were comfy and the the space was very clean. We stayed 2 nights. Breakfast was great and served at communal tables in the dinner room. If you have mobility or accessibility needs, I recommend you share before booking. Connie, the Innkeeper is warm, inviting and very accommodating. The location is great - very walkable to the village for shopping and restos. We would not hesitate to book again.
This is an old house converted to a B&B type Inn. It is quaint and charming - filled with east coast decor. The rooms are very comfortable, albeit small. The beds were comfy and the the space was very clean. We stayed 2 nights. Breakfast was great and served at communal tables in the dinner room. If you have mobility or accessibility needs, I recommend you share before booking. Connie, the Innkeeper is warm, inviting and very accommodating. The location is great - very walkable to the village for shopping and restos. We would not hesitate to book again.
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Mindy
23 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved our stay. The bed was so comfortable and the breakfast was the best I’ve had in a long time. My husband struggled a little with the angled ceiling and lower shower rod due to his height.
Loved our stay. The bed was so comfortable and the breakfast was the best I’ve had in a long time. My husband struggled a little with the angled ceiling and lower shower rod due to his height.
10
Ryan
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Candlebay Inn is a cute, comfortable place for a great overall value! The breakfast was very fresh and delicious and the bed was very comfortable!
Candlebay Inn is a cute, comfortable place for a great overall value! The breakfast was very fresh and delicious and the bed was very comfortable!
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Donald
6 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is a wonderful B&B. The owner is very friendly and able to offer suggestions to any of your questions. The breakfast was huge and delicious! My only concern was our room. We were in the Blueberry room and it is small.It was ok for one night but if staying longer, I would suggest you get a larger room.
This is a wonderful B&B. The owner is very friendly and able to offer suggestions to any of your questions. The breakfast was huge and delicious! My only concern was our room. We were in the Blueberry room and it is small.It was ok for one night but if staying longer, I would suggest you get a larger room.
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Service
Service from the innkeeper Connie is frequently described as warm, attentive, and accommodating, including early breakfasts, dietary adjustments, flexible arrivals, and helpful local guidance.
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Kyle
28 Nov 2023
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We had the most wonderful stay in Freeport and the Candlebay Inn took it to the next level. Everything was exceptional and made our visit to Freeport more memorable than any visit previous to the area. The inn-keeper (Connie) was so welcoming and made it her mission to ensure our stay was perfect. Hot breakfast was prepared special to our liking and served at the time most convenient to our schedule. We will definitely be making Candlebay a constant in our visits to Southern Maine.
We had the most wonderful stay in Freeport and the Candlebay Inn took it to the next level. Everything was exceptional and made our visit to Freeport more memorable than any visit previous to the area. The inn-keeper (Connie) was so welcoming and made it her mission to ensure our stay was perfect. Hot breakfast was prepared special to our liking and served at the time most convenient to our schedule. We will definitely be making Candlebay a constant in our visits to Southern Maine.
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Paula
11 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The owner was amazing, she helped us find everything we needed. It’s not an area with good Uber service and she made sure we got where we needed to go. The house was cozy and the room was clean. Easy walking distance to restaurants.
The owner was amazing, she helped us find everything we needed. It’s not an area with good Uber service and she made sure we got where we needed to go. The house was cozy and the room was clean. Easy walking distance to restaurants.
10
Sally
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Connie is a delightful owner - helpful and friendly!
Connie is a delightful owner - helpful and friendly!
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Mark
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Connie went out of her way to make sure every thing was perfect. Great breakfast.
Connie went out of her way to make sure every thing was perfect. Great breakfast.
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Carol
26 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very special place and owner in an historic Maine town. Connie met us after hours in her pristine B&B, offered us tea after our long trip, and made us feel like family immediately. Charming room and amazing breakfast. We'll be back!
A very special place and owner in an historic Maine town. Connie met us after hours in her pristine B&B, offered us tea after our long trip, and made us feel like family immediately. Charming room and amazing breakfast. We'll be back!
10
Toni
20 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable and host gladly accommodated my late arrival and special dietary needs.
Very comfortable and host gladly accommodated my late arrival and special dietary needs.
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Jessica
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property has charm! The bed was super comfortable and the breakfast was delicious! The owners went out of their way to make breakfast early for us so we could eat before we headed out on our kayak trip and we were so grateful for their willingness to accommodate us. We highly recommend staying here and hope to stay again in the future.
The property has charm! The bed was super comfortable and the breakfast was delicious! The owners went out of their way to make breakfast early for us so we could eat before we headed out on our kayak trip and we were so grateful for their willingness to accommodate us. We highly recommend staying here and hope to stay again in the future.
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Luke
14 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We felt welcomed by the homelike atmosphere of the Candlebay Inn. The innkeeper, Connie, was engaging and helpful. The breakfasts were delicious with fresh coffee available well before breakfast time.
We felt welcomed by the homelike atmosphere of the Candlebay Inn. The innkeeper, Connie, was engaging and helpful. The breakfasts were delicious with fresh coffee available well before breakfast time.
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Aimee
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Connie was a wonderful host!!! So attentive to our needs and just makes you feel at home. The king bed was super comfortable! Easy walk to shopping and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Connie was a wonderful host!!! So attentive to our needs and just makes you feel at home. The king bed was super comfortable! Easy walk to shopping and restaurants. Highly recommend!
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Clayton
23 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A great new find in Freeport. Connie was the perfect host and could not be more accommodating. Food was great, Inn was great. Highly recommended.
A great new find in Freeport. Connie was the perfect host and could not be more accommodating. Food was great, Inn was great. Highly recommended.
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Location
Highly walkable location a short stroll to LL Bean, outlets, restaurants, and the train, while remaining quiet; easy access from the highway and a convenient base for visiting Portland.
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Carl
14 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful quaint B&B walking distance to the Downeaster train, LL Bean and all of downtown. Owner and family friendly and accommodating,, breakfast was delicious. Rooms were clean and well kept.
Beautiful quaint B&B walking distance to the Downeaster train, LL Bean and all of downtown. Owner and family friendly and accommodating,, breakfast was delicious. Rooms were clean and well kept.
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Amanda
10 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly host, beautiful property with clean, comfy rooms, tasty breakfasts and perfect location to wander around town
Friendly host, beautiful property with clean, comfy rooms, tasty breakfasts and perfect location to wander around town
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Kim
17 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very convenient, everything was in walking distance.
Very convenient, everything was in walking distance.
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Michael
13 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is a beautiful older property that is very well maintained. The service is top notch in every way. You are in the heart of downtown Freeport but it sets back enough that you don’t feel like it. Shopping and restaurants are all within easy walking distance. I will definitely be staying here again on future trips to Maine.
This is a beautiful older property that is very well maintained. The service is top notch in every way. You are in the heart of downtown Freeport but it sets back enough that you don’t feel like it. Shopping and restaurants are all within easy walking distance. I will definitely be staying here again on future trips to Maine.
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jesse
7 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We were shocked at the prices for hotels in Portland (in my opinion a way, overrated town) so we stayed here primarily because of price. But it's a nice gem worth considering. Room was comfortable. Breakfast nice. Host welcoming. And walking distance to the Freeport outlets and across from that now-famous McDonald's located in a historic house. Definitely eat at the Jameson Tavern (walking). One of the best burgers we've had, great fries too. (If you are tired of lobster and high prices).
We were shocked at the prices for hotels in Portland (in my opinion a way, overrated town) so we stayed here primarily because of price. But it's a nice gem worth considering. Room was comfortable. Breakfast nice. Host welcoming. And walking distance to the Freeport outlets and across from that now-famous McDonald's located in a historic house. Definitely eat at the Jameson Tavern (walking). One of the best burgers we've had, great fries too. (If you are tired of lobster and high prices).
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Chris
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice innkeeper. Great breakfast. Walk to shopping. Very quite at night.
Very nice innkeeper. Great breakfast. Walk to shopping. Very quite at night.
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Constance
22 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Only traveling through for one night so the location just off the highway and yet in quiet, lovely setting was perfect. We enjoyed being able to take lovely walks in the evening and the next morning and even got in a bit of shopping. Dinner options were plentiful and close. My one suggestion, for those traveling, is to start breakfast service a bit earlier than 8:00 AM.
Only traveling through for one night so the location just off the highway and yet in quiet, lovely setting was perfect. We enjoyed being able to take lovely walks in the evening and the next morning and even got in a bit of shopping. Dinner options were plentiful and close. My one suggestion, for those traveling, is to start breakfast service a bit earlier than 8:00 AM.
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CHRIS
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place, real clean and comfortable. Close to Downtown and the Outlets. Very nice person that manages the place.
Lovely place, real clean and comfortable. Close to Downtown and the Outlets. Very nice person that manages the place.
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Matthew
11 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a historic bed and breakfast in a lovely residential area only a block from the business district in Freeport. The host, Connie, was very pleasant and accommodating. The breakfast was absolutely delicious! I was here 2 nights in different rooms, one upstairs, one downstairs. Both were very comfortable, clean, and quiet. I would also say the value far exceeded what you could get at any hotel. I was very pleased to stay here.
This is a historic bed and breakfast in a lovely residential area only a block from the business district in Freeport. The host, Connie, was very pleasant and accommodating. The breakfast was absolutely delicious! I was here 2 nights in different rooms, one upstairs, one downstairs. Both were very comfortable, clean, and quiet. I would also say the value far exceeded what you could get at any hotel. I was very pleased to stay here.
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Aimee
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Connie was a wonderful host!!! So attentive to our needs and just makes you feel at home. The king bed was super comfortable! Easy walk to shopping and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Connie was a wonderful host!!! So attentive to our needs and just makes you feel at home. The king bed was super comfortable! Easy walk to shopping and restaurants. Highly recommend!
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised as homemade, fresh, and delicious, with coffee available early and requests often accommodated; a few guests wished service started before 8:00 AM.
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Alan
7 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a quintessential 19th century historical B&B. It was just what we wanted for our daughter-in-law’s first visit to Maine. Our hosts were very accommodating, and our breakfast of wild Maine blueberry French toast with maple syrup was delicious.
This is a quintessential 19th century historical B&B. It was just what we wanted for our daughter-in-law’s first visit to Maine. Our hosts were very accommodating, and our breakfast of wild Maine blueberry French toast with maple syrup was delicious.
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William
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice clean air conditioned room and great homemade breakfast included in the stay
Nice clean air conditioned room and great homemade breakfast included in the stay
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Beth
10 Dec 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Quaint, well maintained B&B in downtown Freeport. Very clean and pretty rooms. Wonderful owner was very friendly and informative about area. Homemade delicious breakfast every morning! Coffee, tea available thru out day. They even made a cake in afternoon! 2 blocks from LLBean, very walkable to all shops and restaurants. Will now be our go to place when we visit Maine!
Quaint, well maintained B&B in downtown Freeport. Very clean and pretty rooms. Wonderful owner was very friendly and informative about area. Homemade delicious breakfast every morning! Coffee, tea available thru out day. They even made a cake in afternoon! 2 blocks from LLBean, very walkable to all shops and restaurants. Will now be our go to place when we visit Maine!
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Stephen
24 Sept 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Connie, our innkeeper, was the best! Everyday the breakfast was delicious! The morning conversations with the other guests was always enlightening. This is a dog friendly establishment, but you would never know it. I highly recommend Candlebay Inn.
Connie, our innkeeper, was the best! Everyday the breakfast was delicious! The morning conversations with the other guests was always enlightening. This is a dog friendly establishment, but you would never know it. I highly recommend Candlebay Inn.
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Michael
22 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great breakfast and hostess!
Great breakfast and hostess!
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jesse
7 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We were shocked at the prices for hotels in Portland (in my opinion a way, overrated town) so we stayed here primarily because of price. But it's a nice gem worth considering. Room was comfortable. Breakfast nice. Host welcoming. And walking distance to the Freeport outlets and across from that now-famous McDonald's located in a historic house. Definitely eat at the Jameson Tavern (walking). One of the best burgers we've had, great fries too. (If you are tired of lobster and high prices).
We were shocked at the prices for hotels in Portland (in my opinion a way, overrated town) so we stayed here primarily because of price. But it's a nice gem worth considering. Room was comfortable. Breakfast nice. Host welcoming. And walking distance to the Freeport outlets and across from that now-famous McDonald's located in a historic house. Definitely eat at the Jameson Tavern (walking). One of the best burgers we've had, great fries too. (If you are tired of lobster and high prices).
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Fritz
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ausgezeichnetes Frühstück. Genügend Parkplätze.
Ausgezeichnetes Frühstück. Genügend Parkplätze.
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Constance
22 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Only traveling through for one night so the location just off the highway and yet in quiet, lovely setting was perfect. We enjoyed being able to take lovely walks in the evening and the next morning and even got in a bit of shopping. Dinner options were plentiful and close. My one suggestion, for those traveling, is to start breakfast service a bit earlier than 8:00 AM.
Only traveling through for one night so the location just off the highway and yet in quiet, lovely setting was perfect. We enjoyed being able to take lovely walks in the evening and the next morning and even got in a bit of shopping. Dinner options were plentiful and close. My one suggestion, for those traveling, is to start breakfast service a bit earlier than 8:00 AM.
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Ryan
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Candlebay Inn is a cute, comfortable place for a great overall value! The breakfast was very fresh and delicious and the bed was very comfortable!
Candlebay Inn is a cute, comfortable place for a great overall value! The breakfast was very fresh and delicious and the bed was very comfortable!
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Maureen
10 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Quaint older home, well maintained. Within walking distance to LL Bean flagship store and other outlet stores. Owner very friendly and made sure we had a small breakfast to accommodate our early departure.
Quaint older home, well maintained. Within walking distance to LL Bean flagship store and other outlet stores. Owner very friendly and made sure we had a small breakfast to accommodate our early departure.
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Rita
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
We appreciated the cleanliness of the room. The staff were accommodating and the breakfast was great. We are walking distance to downtown Freeport!
We appreciated the cleanliness of the room. The staff were accommodating and the breakfast was great. We are walking distance to downtown Freeport!
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Tatum
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
beautiful room and wonderful owner. This little inn is a perfect place to stay. It’s not far from Portland but right in the heart of Freeport and it is a super cute town.
beautiful room and wonderful owner. This little inn is a perfect place to stay. It’s not far from Portland but right in the heart of Freeport and it is a super cute town.
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Howard
12 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff and breakfast were great. Parking is convenient. I would gladly stay there again.
Staff and breakfast were great. Parking is convenient. I would gladly stay there again.
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janet
13 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Connie is a lovely hostess, full of warmth and hospitality. The inn is immaculately clean and comfortably furnished. We stayed in the Bayberry Room which had every amenity we could have wanted. Breakfasts were delicious and the coffee superb. We would love to stay there again the next time we visit Freeport.
Connie is a lovely hostess, full of warmth and hospitality. The inn is immaculately clean and comfortably furnished. We stayed in the Bayberry Room which had every amenity we could have wanted. Breakfasts were delicious and the coffee superb. We would love to stay there again the next time we visit Freeport.
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Wendell
8 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
It was a very clean and comfortable B&B. Updating an old historic home to accommodate many guests can be complicated, but this was done with taste. The home cooked breakfast was excellent. It's located within easy walking distance of Freeport, Maine
It was a very clean and comfortable B&B. Updating an old historic home to accommodate many guests can be complicated, but this was done with taste. The home cooked breakfast was excellent. It's located within easy walking distance of Freeport, Maine
FAQs about Candlebay Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be arranged by contacting the property in advance.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas.
What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?
The property is located within a 15-minute drive of LL Bean Flagship Store and Bowdoin College, 0.1 mi from Casco Bay, and 0.5 mi from Freeport Historical Society.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
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There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The host will greet guests on arrival. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
- Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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