The Real Maine Still Exists...


Waldo County Marketing Association
P.O. Box 139, Searsport, ME 04974
Toll-Free 1 (800) 870-9934
info@waldocountymaine.com
 

Welcome To
Olde New England!


Waldo County, situated in mid-coast Maine along scenic Penobscot Bay, has genuine New England character evidenced by working port towns and quaint rural villages. Visitors are awed by the area's unspoiled beauty. From striking coastal views to sweeping mountain vistas, dramatic natural settings abound. In addition great care has been taken to preserve and refurbish numerous historic landmarks, homes and buildings. Consequently, the Maine of yesteryear is still found here.

From Belfast, the county seat, to Searsport, the anchor of port activity in mid-coast Maine and nearby Stockton Springs bordering Penobscot Bay, to Winterport on the Penobscot River, to the inlands of Unity, Liberty, Monroe and Thorndike to Lincolnville with its 2 town centers, Waldo County is a wonderful place to be at any time of the year. Henry David Thoreau may have been talking to potential Waldo County visitors where he said "Probe the earth and see where your main(e) roots run."

The Businesses of Waldo County are proud to present the places and products that reflect the historic tradition of our county's craftsmen, purveyors and innkeepers when service was not a department and pride derives from the selling of fine products.

Culture & Attractions


Penobscot Marine Museum

US Route 1, Searsport, Maine
207-548-2529
museumoffices@penobscotmarinemuseum.org
www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org
The Penobscot Marine Museum is dedicated to the preservation, documentation, and exhibition of the history of Penobscot Bay and the maritime history of Maine. It tells the fascinating story of life at sea in the 19th century.

Fort Knox State Historic Site
Friends of Fort Knox
P.O. 456  Bucksport, Me. 04416
Phone:  207-469-6553   Fax : 207-469-6906
Email:  FOFK1@aol.com
http://www.fortknox.maineguide.com
Built during 1844 -1869 by master craftsmen of local granite and brick, Fort Knox  (this is the original) is a splendid example of 19th Century military architecture.  The ambiance of an ancient castle, Fort Knox is the gateway to the 420' Penobscot Observatory - the only 1 in the Western Hemisphere - you can see for miles.
Culture & Attractions


Penobscot Narrows Bridge & Observatory

Prospect, Maine
The Penobscot Narrows Bridge & Observatory is a cable cradle stayed bridge - with an Observatory approximately 420' high - where on a clear day - you can see forever!   Both are first for the Western Hemisphere!
Lodging


Carriage House Inn
 Marcia Markwardt
120 E. Main Street - Searsport, Maine 04974
(207) 548-2167 - (800) 578-2167
E-Mail: Carriagehouseinn@hotmail.com
Website: www.carriagehouseinmaine.com
Old houses tell stories and this stunning 1874 victorain mansion has a wealth to share. Come stay in one of Maine's most photographed  homes!  Listed on the National Historic Register, showcased in Historic Inns of the Northeast and  featured in Yankee and Down East magazines. 

Londonderry Inn
 Marsha Oakes
133 Belmont Ave. (Route 3)
Belfast, Maine 04915
(207)338-2763 - Fax: (207)338-6303
 Email: info@londonderry-inn.com
www.londonderry-inn.com/
Come relax in our restored Maine farmhouse on 10 acres of woodlands, fields, and berry gardens.  Five elegant, comfortable guest rooms, all private baths, sitting rooms, porches, and a deck, plus delicious full country breakfasts.
Lodging


Lilac Place
Nancy-Linn Nellis
41 Church Street - Stockton Springs, Me
800-870-9934  - 207-567-3528 - 207-322-2478
Fax:  1-207-338-2151
Email: welcome@lilacplace.com
www.Lilacplace.com
Lovely, quiet vacation rental in historic Stockton Springs on beautiful Penobscot Bay. A 2 unit apartment - or rent the entire house. Fully equipped  & comfortably sleeping  up to 9.   Stair elevator included. Available for 5 - 7 day intervals.


The Wildflower Inn
Cathy Keating and Deb Bush
2 Black Road South - Searsport, Maine 04974
(207)548-2112 (888)546-2112 toll free
Email: wildflowerinn@roadrunner.com
www.wildflowerinnme.com
Sea Captain’s home featuring views of the beautiful gardens and the bay from the large, double parlor windows. King beds; Private baths; in-room Jacuzzi; cable TV & wireless internet; full breakfast.  “Highly Recommended’ – Frommer’s Maine Coast – 2005. 
Lodging


Yardarm Motel
McCormick & James Economy
172 East Main Street, P. O. Box 246
Searsport, ME 04974
207-548-2404 - 888-676-8006
Email: yardarm@searsportmaine.com
 www.searsportmaine.com
The  Yardarm Motel brings you old-fashioned hospitality at its best. Comfortable rooms with private baths and including our great Continental Plus breakfast.available on the  year-round sun porch of the 1850's shipbuilders home.


Midcoast Outfitters, LLC
Marsha Anderson
82 Savery Road - Searsport, Me. 04974
207-548-2613
Email: Mehunt-fish@hotmail.com
www.midcoastoutfitters.com
Spend a peaceful vacation with Nature, fishing and hunting, birding or viewing wildlife. Lodge accommodations are the American Plan. A Registered Maine guide and interpretive guiding are available on site.
Lodging


Phoenix Row "Executive Suites"
Archie Barnes
157A High Street, Belfast Me. 04915
207-338-0476
Email: phnxloft@gwi.net
www.phoenixloftgallery.com
Relax and enjoy the view from your back deck, or take a leisurely stroll to the waterfront.  Our large 1 or 2 bedroom furnished executive suites will provide that home away from home experience in the heart of downtown Belfast. 
Lodging & Dining


Penobscot Bay Inn & Restaurant

Val & Kris Kurapka
192 Northport Avenue - Belfast, Maine 04915
1-800-335-2370 - 207-338-5715
Email: bbmi@baymeadowsinn.com
www.baymeadowsinn.com
Comfortable, relaxing, affordable full service mid-coast  inn offering accommodations in the
classic Downeast Cottage or modern rooms  w/bay views.  Full breakfast, private baths, AC, TV etc.
 Fine dining restaurant.


Belfast Harbor Inn
91 Searsport Ave. - Belfast, ME 04915
phone: 207.338.2740 - fax: 207.338.5205
toll free: 800.545.8576
Email: stay@belfastharborinn.com
http://www.belfastharborinn.com
Oceanfront lodging accommodations feature beautiful view of Penobscot Bay w/deluxe continental breakfast. Outdoor heated pool and  6+ oceanfront acres.  Ideal setting for special events;  conferences, wedding receptions & business meetings.
Dining


Papa J's and the Lobster Bar

Ekco & Jim Baker
193 Searsport Ave. - Belfast, ME 04915
Phone: 207-338-6464
mooringscamp@yahoo.com
A little out of the ordinary and a lot of fun so come as you are and experience some of Belfast's best seafood and fine wines!


The Ocean's Edge Restaurant
159 Searsport - Belfast, ME. 04913
207-338-2090 - fax - 207-338-2528
Email: comforti@adelphia.net
The Ocean's Edge Restaurant is where the ocean meets the dining room. Spectacular views from your table as you feast on the finest seafood in Mine. Located on Route 1, adjacent to the Comfort Inn.
Retail & Commerce


The Colonial Theatre

163 High Street - Belfast, Maine 04915
www.colonialtheatre.com
The Colonial Theatre is a classic Art Deco downtown movie theatre located in the beautiful waterfront city of Belfast which opened   in April of 1912 and we are celebrating our 90th year. The Colonial Theatre now has 3 modern screens and shows the best of Hollywood, foreign, and art films year round.


Searsport Rug Hooking
396 East Main St.
Searsport, ME 04974
Tel.: 207-548-6100 - Fax: 207-548-613
Email: searsportrugs@aol.com
www.searsportrughooking.com
We are one of New England's largest sources for primitive rug hooking supplies.  We carry linen, patterns, frames, cutters, kits, wool, classes, workshops.  Located in a 10 room, 200 year old center chimney cape.
Retail & Commerce


Sprague Energy
Searsport, ME Terminal

Duane Seekins, Terminal Manager
P.O. Box 435 - Mack Point - Trundy Road
Searsport, ME 04974
207-548-2531 - Fax: 207-548-6592
Customer Service:
www.spragueenergy.com/contact_form.htm
Sprague Energy is one of the largest suppliers of energy in the Northeast. Sprague supplies heating oil, diesel fuels, residual fuels, and gasoline to its customer base and natural gas to its industrial customers.


Patchwork Plus
12 miles west of Belfast
6 miles east of St. George's Lake
PO Box 97 Searsmont, ME 04973
In Maine: 1-207-342-5016
Email: patchwrk@midcoast.com
www.PatchWorkPlus-me.com
Since 1986, our  2100+ Sq. Ft. consignment shop is filled to the rafters with hand-made quilts, unfinished furniture and wondrous other Maine made crafts and gifts. Fine quality , reasonable prices and good ole country hospitality!
Retail & Commerce
 


Bluejacket Shipcrafters

160 East Main Street - Searsport ME 04974
Phone: 207-548-9970 or 1-800-448-5567
FAX: 207-548-9974
Email: info@bluejacketinc.com
www.bluejacketinc.com
Building the finest wood ship models since 1905. Kits for all levels, custom commissions and expert restorations/ repairs. The largest display of finished model ships in the Northeast plus tools, books, metal fittings and nautical gifts.


Waldo County Craft Co-op
307 East Main Street - Searsport, Maine 04974
207 548-6686
Email: waldocountycc@adelphia.net
Non-profit organization, one of Maine’s oldest  craft co-ops ,ca. 1964.  Members  run the shop to sell their unique, handmade items at attractively low retail prices.  The selection constantly changes, with many exclusive items.
Retail & Commerce


Shamrock Thistle & Rose

Joanne McNally - Sharron Walsh
39A Main Street - Belfast, Me. 04915
Toll free 866-338-1864 - (207)338-1864 
Fax: (207) 338-0549
Email: info@shamrockthistlerose.com
www.shamrockthistlerose.com
Clothing, jewelry, giftware,original art and music produced by the best of Irish, Scottish and English artists, craftspeople and manufacturers.  We carry gifts suitable for all ages and all occasions and we will special order.


Silkweeds
Lisa gray - Owner
191 East Main Street
Searsport, Maine 04974
800--711-1136 - 207-548-6501
silkweeds@adelphia.net
www.shopsilkweeds.com
"Its always worth the trip" at Silkweeds. That's how you will feel after you browse our 14 rooms that are filled with the most unique country items around. Don't forget to sample our delicious fudge.
Retail & Commerce

 7 Belmont Avenue - Belfast, ME 04914-0386
(207) 338-4270 - Fax (207) 338-4271
17 Main Street - Searsport, ME 04974
(207) 548-6065 - Fax (207) 548-6035
E-Mail: customerservice@bangorsavings.com
www.bangorsavings.com
Bangor Savings Bank offers retail banking and trust services to Maine consumers as well as comprehensive commercial, corporate, and small business banking services to Maine businesses. The Bank also provides securities brokerage, insurance, and payroll administration services for businesses and consumers through its other wholly owned subsidiaries.


Penobscot Books
164 West Main Street - PO Box 72
Searsport, Maine 04974
Phone 207-548-6490
Email: penobscotbooks@verizon.net
www.penobscotbooks.com
One of the largest, most extensive private collections of ART BOOKS anywhere, all in excellent condition , housed in a warm , friendly atmosphere. 3000+ Artist, 600 architect, 500 photograph monographs. Stop to visit this heavenly collection!
Marine & Aviation


Belfast Bay Cruises

PO Box 14 - Belfast, ME 04915
207-338-1063 - 207-323-2155
Email: belfastbaycruises@prexar.com
Web site: www.belfastbaycruises.com
Take a cruise on beautiful Penobscot Bay aboard the 50' Motor Vessel Good Return. Cruise to Castine for lunch, learn about lobstering or visit a lighthouse and have a picnic.


Friendship Sloop Amity
Owners: Stephen & Diane O'Connell
PO Box 1264 - Ellsworth, Maine 04605
207-323-1443 (day) - 207-469-0849 (evening)
Email: Amity@midcoast.com
Web site: www.friendshipsloopamity.com
Come sail Penobscot Bay on Maine's historic Friendship Sloop, Amity.  Built in 1900, Amity is a classic American sailing vessel. Daily one and one-half hour and two and one-half hour trips. Complimentary refreshments and home-baked treats.

Marine & Aviation


Hamilton Marine
Toll free telephone: 800-639-2715
Searsport (207) 548-6302 - (207) 548-2985
Fax: (207) 548-6352 - (207) 548-2985
Email: mail@hamiltonmarine.com
Web site: www.hamiltonmarine.com
The largest discount ship's chandlery north of Boston. Established in 1977 in Maine, we sell traditional marine hardware and supplies to boatbuilders, sailors, pleasure boaters and commercial fishermen world wide.  Inventory is extensive, representing top manufacturers in the business. Open 6 days per week.
Real Estate & Professionals


Prudential Northeast Properties
185 W. Main street
Searsport, Waldo County, Maine 04974
searsport@prudentialnortheastproperties.com
www.prudentialnortheastproperties.com
Representing the heart of mid-coast Maine  and the beautiful Penobscot Bay area.   Operate your own business or farm  or take advantage of the many area job opportunities ; this is the idyllic place to rear children !


175 West Main Street
Searsport, Waldo County, Maine 04974
207-548-0100 - 888-804-6873 - Fax: 207-548-0101
Email: info@remarkablerealty.com
www.remarkablerealty.com 
 We offer trustworthy services to assist you with the critical decisions of selling your property and marketing it. We also  assist in  helping you find that perfect new home/business/farm or land!
Real Estate & Professionals


Waldo County General Hospital
118 Northport Ave. - PO Box 287
Belfast, ME 04915
207-338-2500 -  800-649-2536 (in-state only)
Email: inquires@wchi.com
www.wchi.com
Waldo County General Hospital is a licensed, accredited acute care hospital with a medical staff of 45 physicians offering a full range of diagnostic,therapeutic and home health services, include a hospital suite and a 24-hour emergency department.
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