York Harbor Inn

"Inn of the Month" - Country Living Magazine
Recognized by Food & Wine Magazine

Just over an hour north of Boston, The York Harbor Inn has offered a retreat from the rigors of metropolitan life for more than a century. Come experience it for yourself. This kind of hospitality was invented in Maine. Our expert staff is committed to providing personal attention, offering you elegance you can enjoy in your most comfortable clothes.

York is truly an ideal vacation destination in all seasons. Miles of sandy beaches are yours to explore. You can enjoy the popular Long Sands and Short Sands Beaches bustling with activity. Venture to the more secluded Cape Neddick Beach teeming with crabs, starfish and other coastal creatures. Or walk to the secluded and quiet Harbor Beach just steps from the York Harbor Inn.

York Harbor Inn - Tradition

Little has changed since the Inn first opened its doors more than one hundred years ago. York Harbor has always been one of Maine's loveliest and least-crowded seaside resorts. Surrounded by oceanfront estates, the harbor escaped the commercialization that altered some of Maine's better-known resorts. Each of the many additions to the Inn's 300 year-old common room reflects something of its era. You can trace the Inn's history by strolling through its maze of corridors, a fascinating quilt of architectural styles.

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The Old York Historical Society operates a community museum, which includes the oldest jail in America. You'll find Maine's largest zoo and amusement park in the heart of York Beach, and on a clear day you can see miles of scenic coast from the top of Mount Agamenticus. No trip to York is complete without a visit to Nubble Lighthouse, perhaps the most beautiful, and most photographed, lighthouse in America.

Just 5 minutes down the road, guests love the 110 stores and shops in the Kittery Outlet Mall Area and the Kittery Trading Post. Here guests enjoy a wide variety of shopping options plus shopping savings year round.

Guests of the York Harbor Inn in Maine enjoy Antiquing, Seaside Drives and Area Lighthouses, Art Galleries, Kittery Outlet Shopping, Beaches, Golf, Whale Watching, Lobster, Lighthouse, Island and River Boat Tours, Kayaking, Deep Sea Fishing, Year Round and Summer Theatre, Historic House Tours and local Museums, Horseback and Mountain Bike Riding, Holiday Festivals and Seasonal Dinner Theatre.

Guests of the York Harbor Inn will find many places to relax

Did you know that Chef Bonsey was recently selected as one of the top chefs in Maine by Portland Magazine. Whether you dine in the Ocean View 1637 or in the Ship's Cellar Pub you are certain to have an enjoyable experience.

A continental style breakfast is served to our overnight guests from 8 to 10 am. Featured are juice, fresh fruits, yogurts, cereal, bagels, English muffins and our special baked goods. Lunch is served Monday through Saturday downstairs in our Ship's Cellar Pub starting at 11:30 a.m.

Our menu, featured in Food & Wine Magazine, emphasizes local seafood, including shrimp, scallops, haddock and lobster! However, there is variety enough to please any palate. Our menu is enriched with a continental flair in our veal, beef and chicken dishes as well as our incomparable sauces. All of our seafood is the freshest available, and much of it is caught in the cold Atlantic off York Harbor. Our vegetables are fresh and salads are served icy cold with our own homemade dressings. Cocktails are served, and you will find our wine list is quite large, yet discriminating. Dinner hours (reservations strongly suggested) are nightly from 5:30 pm to 10 pm.

Sunday Brunch is served from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. For off-season service, please check at the desk as days of food service and hours change in the late spring, fall and winter.

The perfect oceanfront meeting location for your next corporate retreat. One hour north of Boston on the rocky Maine coast is the historic York Harbor Inn, where a century-old tradition of charm and hospitality awaits you.

Make your next conference or special event a truly memorable oceanside experience. At the York Harbor Inn, you'll find our formula to be rewarding and unforgettable. Choose the York Harbor Inn for ocean side ambience and host services:

• Banquets & meetings for groups up to 200.
• Seven (7) exclusive meeting rooms with over 5,000 square feet of meeting space.
• Complete range of catering on-premises
• 54 Charming antique-filled guest accommodations.
• Oceanside location - scenery and excursion opportunities abound.
• Professional meeting services and audio/visual equipment available.
• Personalized New England hospitality
• Fine Dining Restaurant recognized by Food & Wine Magazine
• Fully-licensed Ship's Cellar Pub with live entertainment on weekends.
• One hour north of Boston's Logan International Airport
• 45 minutes south of Portland Maine International Jetport.
• 50 minutes from Manchester NH Airport.
• Golf - Many of our groups love to tee-off at one of several great nearby courses.
• Group Boat Cruises
• Recognized by the Travel Channel's ("Great Country Inns of America") TV Show
• Personalized team-building activities

Just over 1 hour North of Boston
On Coastal Route 1 A - only 2.4 Miles off I-95

From the South
Take I-95 North to Maine. Take Exit 7, the York/Ogunquit Exit (last exit before toll). Bear right off the exit ramp and continue to the first set of lights. Bear right at these lights onto Route 1 South. Turn left at the next set of traffic lights on to York Street, Route 1A. Follow Rte. 1A for approximately 1 mile into York Village. Bear right at the fork in the road at the monument. Continue to follow Rte. 1A into York Harbor for approximately 1 mile. We are located on your left directly across the street from a park and the Ocean.

From the North
Take the Maine Turnpike South (I-95). When you get to the York Toll Plaza, pay the $1.75 toll and Exit the Maine Turnpike. 100 yards past the toll plaza - take the first exit - Exit 7, The Yorks Exit. Go left at the top of ramp and go 1/4 mile to the first set of lights. Bear right at these lights onto Route 1 South. Turn left at the next set of traffic lights on to York Street, Route 1A. Follow Rte. 1A for approximately 1 mile into York Village. Bear right at the fork in the road at the monument. Continue to follow Rte. 1A into York Harbor for approximately 1 mile. We are located on your left directly across the street from a park and the Ocean.

No matter what your fancy, you will find it in York Harbor and the Southern Maine Coast Area. Sandy beaches, exciting boat excursions and numerous other lighthouses and waterfront attractions await you on the scenic York Harbor Maine coast and its surrounding area.

York is one of the most historically well-preserved and documented towns in New England. The first European inhabitants came in the very early 17th century. However, most preserved buildings date from the early 18th century. We invite you to share in our history by visiting our historical sights. For more information about York's history, visit the Old York Historical Society.

The Museums of Old York are Open from June through Columbus Day Weekend, Monday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm. Closed Sundays. Family friendly guided and self-guided tours are available at of the 8 museums of the Old York Historical Society.

Enjoy a variety of outdoor sports in and around York Harbor:

• Amusements Parks
  • York's Wild Kingdom - Zoo and Theme Park, Rt 1 York, 363-3883
  • Funtown/Splashtown USA - Theme and Amusement Park, Rt 1 Saco, 284-5139
  • Palace Playland - Rides, waterslides, and amusements, on the beach. Old Orchard Beach 934-2001
• Horseback Riding - Horseman's Center (Wells), Long Horn Stables (Old Orchard), Mt. Agamenticus Riding Stables (York).
• Tennis - Gloria Perkins (Cider Hill, York),
• Mount Agamenticus - A 15-20 minute drive can take you to the top of Mount Agamenticus, affectionately known as "Big A". Not high as mountains go, 692' ASL, but from its peak on a clear day one can see the skyscrapers of Boston to the south, Cape Elizabeth and the entrance to Casco Bay to the North and the Presidential Range, including Mount Washington, to the West. As you look down from the summit on a clear day, the Isles of Shoals - about 10 miles off York and Boon Island - about 6 miles from the coast, seem like a stones throw from shore.
• Scenic Walk - Marginal Way - Ogunquit one mile path along coast. Ends in Perkins Cove Wells National Estuarine Reserve at Laudholm Farm - 1600 scenic acres of research reserve including a 19th century saltwater farm, Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge area, Laudholm Farm Visitors Center, exhibits, and seven miles of spectacular marsh walkways and trails along marshes, fields, and wetlands. Open year round. 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells. 646-1555, 646-4521.
• Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve - Open sunrise to sunset for bird watching and self-guided tours. Rt 9 Kennebunk/Wells Town line. 646-1555.
• Ghostly Tours of York, Maine - Please join Ghostly Tours while they intrigue you and your family with a candlelight tour through York Village. You will be escorted by a hooded tour guide and hear authentic Ghost Stories, Witch Tales and Folklore of the 18th and 19th centuries. Reservations strongly suggested. Open seasonally. Call 207-363-0000 for hours and rates. Groups meet at Gravestone Artwear, 250 York St. Rte. 1A York, ME. 03909. 

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Weddings and Banquets

The Most Memorable Events In Maine Begin By The Edge Of The Sea  

At the historic and romantic York Harbor Inn, we specialize in extra-ordinary functions and banquets”right on the spectacular coast of Maine. Our 54-room upscale country inn offers over 5,000 square feet of banquet and dining space gracefully set within 7 private and beautifully decorated functions rooms”some with ocean views and fireplaces! At the heart of the Inn's facilities is the Yorkshire Ballroom”an elegant 3,000 square foot room with a 35 foot cathedral ceiling and dramatic skylight atrium. Experience our personalized service and outstanding quality for your next special event. We'll be happy to customize a package that accommodates your exact needs.

• Wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries
• Reunions, showers, holiday parties
• Ocean-side wedding ceremonies at the beautiful Hartley-Mason Reserve exclusively available via the York Harbor Inn
• 54 individually decorated guest rooms, bridal suites, oceanview decks, Jacuzzis
• Spectacular ocean views and harbor beach
• Banquets & events for groups up to 200
• Complete range of catering on-premises, under the direction of certified executive Chef Gerry Bonsey, C.E.C., A.A.C.
• Off-Site Catering at York Golf and Tennis Club available.
• Charming antique-filled guest accommodations
• Oceanside location in beautiful York Harbor, Maine - scenery and excursion opportunities abound
• Personalized New England hospitality - our gracious country inn ambience has a welcoming history maintained by our friendly and courteous staff
• Fine Dining Restaurant recognized by Food & Wine Magazine
• Fully-licensed Ship's Cellar Pub with live entertainment on weekends
• For all your Wedding Entertainment, Birthday, or Reunion Entertainment needs - we have a preferred vendor list available
• One hour north of Boston's Logan International Airport -we are easily reached by car or plane
• 30 minutes south of Portland, Maine International Jetport
• 50 minutes from Manchester, NH Airport
• Boating, fishing, swimming, antiquing, fine dining, shopping and sightseeing opportunities are all within easy reach
• Golf - Nearby 18 hole courses:
• The Ledges Golf Club
• Cape Neddick Country Club
• The Links at Outlook
• Recognized by the Travel Channel's ("Great Country Inns of America") TV Show.
• Ask about discounts for Friday and Sunday Weddings

Get Married at the Edge of the Sea

Ocean-side wedding ceremonies at the beautiful oceanfront Hartley-Mason Reserve directly across the street from our Inn are available exclusively via the York Harbor Inn.

The natural beauty of the Hartley Mason Reserve is the perfect backdrop for your ocean side wedding. We are pleased to offer wedding ceremonies at this stunning site just steps from the Inn. At the Hartley Mason Reserve, you may exchange your vows in the company of your friends and family in a breathtaking waterfront setting, with impeccably groomed grounds and gently sloping paths to the sea. Love Never Ends when two become one at the Hartley Mason Reserve.