Sailing & Lighthouses
SAILING
Countless sailing opportunities are available nearby. From morning to moonlight cruises, lobstering, nature watching, and personal boat tours. Sailing options are as endless as the sea.
LIGHTHOUSES
Discover the beauty and lore of nine nearby Maine lighthouses while staying at Victorian By The Sea.
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Land & Sea Adventures
BEACHES
Build sandcastles, sunbathe, swim in the sea. The following beaches are only minutes away from the inn.
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Lincolnville Beach, Lincolnville
Laite Memorial Beach, Camden
Birch Point Beach State Park, Owls Head
Crescent Beach, Owls Head
Crocketts Beach, Owls Head
Ash Point Beach, Rockland
HIKING
Midcoast Maine is a hiker's dream with countless trails and hiking opportunities for all skill levels.
Camden Hills State Park - visit the blog here!
Acadia National Park - visit the blog here!
Rail Trail, Belfast
CLIMBING
Offering rock climbing services for all levels of experience, Equinox Guiding Service provides climbing tours and instruction in Camden and Acadia National Park.
KAYAKING
Midcoast Maine provides plenty of choices for open-ocean kayaking as well as beautiful lakes. Take advantage of the local kayak rentals and head out to the water.
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NATURE WATCHING
Whale watching, puffin cruises, and bird watching are just a few of the many options for seeing wildlife in Maine.
Taste & Culture
RESTAURANTS
Long Grain, Camden
Meanwhile in Belfast, Belfast
The Waterfront, Camden
Primo's, Rockland
Nina June, Rockport
WINERIES & BREWERIES
Cellar Door Winery, Lincolnville
Rhumb Line, Camden
Andrew's Brewing Company, Lincolnvile
MUSEUMS & MARITIME HISTORY
Maine is rich in maritime history. Visit museums, shop for antiques, and learn about the midcoast heritage.
Maine Lighthouse Museum, Rockland
Belfast Harbor, Belfast
SHOPPING
Shop for gifts, antiques, local art, and souvenirs. The quaint shopping streets typical of New England are especially great for a day out.
Camden High Street
Rockland Main Street
Belfast Main Street
Local Events
ANNUAL EVENTS
June
Ukelele Picnic, Belfast
Maine Fare Food Festival, Belfast
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July
North Atlantic Blues Festival, Rockland
Maine Celtic Celebration, Belfast
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August
Maine Lobster Festival, Rockland
Camden Windjammer Festival, Camden
Belfast Harbor Fest, Belfast
Maine Antiques Festival, Union
New England Auto Auction, Owls Head
Maine Wild Blueberry Festival, Union
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September
Weiner Fest, Belfast
Camden International Film Festival, Camden
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October
Waldo County Pie & Story Festival
About the Area
Victorian By The Sea Bed & Breakfast is conveniently located only 7 minutes north of Camden, a perfect way to enjoy the comfort and peace of our natural surroundings, yet close enough to pop into the charming town of Camden. Here’s what popular magazines have to say:
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Condé Nast™ calls Camden, Maine One of the Most Beautiful Towns in America
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Yankee Magazine™ named Camden one of the 10 Prettiest Coastal Towns in New England
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To get the most out of your trip to Lincolnville and our neighboring towns, visit these innkeeper recommendations:
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