After mostly moderately priced accommodations during our stay in Maine, we were both looking forward to the Bass Cottage Innin Bar Harbor, Maine, our splurge of the trip.When we arrived a bit earlier than check-in, Jeffrey, the inn keeper, met us at the door & gave a fantastic lunch suggestion (Side Street Cafe), guaranteeing that check-in would be ready when we returned. Upon returning from lunch, we were greeted by Greg, the day host, who gave us a tour of the Inn & shared its history (the summer house of a politican from Bangor), checked us in, & led us up to our comfortable room, #5. Although it’s one of the smaller rooms in the inn, it felt very comfortable and not at all cramped. The styling in the room was very well thought out- New England, coastal, fresh & crisp.
We took full advantage of all the wonderful amenities in the Inn, including the 24/7 pantry where we enjoyed complimentary coffee & fresh baked goods (the orange bars are nothing short of amazing!), the relaxing adirondack chairs they have in the backyard (the perfect place to read with a glass of wine), & the amazing breakfast they offer every morning (come down to the table hungry, as your expectations will be exceeded with lemon zest french toast, strawberry yogurt parfaits & crispy apple maple bacon). We enjoyed talking with Jeffrey & Greg throughout our visit, getting recommendations on places to eat (Greg smartly recommended the Mache Bistro for our dinner the final night we were there – it was one of the the best meals of our trip), talking with Jeffrey about their travels & life in Maine. I wish we would have had the chance to meet Teri, Jeffrey’s wife & inn keeping partner in crime, but we greatly enjoyed her cooking the evening we dined at the Inn’s restaurant, 10 Tables. It was fine dining, but felt comfortable & not stuffy in the least.
With its great location in the middle of town, but tucked back where it’s a little quieter, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay at the Bass Cottage Inn the next time I’m on Mt. Desert Island.
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