We recently returned home to Pennsylvania after celebrating our daughter's wedding at Linekin Bay Resort. When planning her wedding, she wanted a place where friends and family could gather for a weekend celebration. We had family and friends from California, Ohio, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York Massachusettes and of course Maine. All I can say is , "Everything was fabulous". Mark (the manager) was always available for the little things that crop up. Food was freshly prepared, seasonal vegetables were served, everything tasted wonderful. The relaxed atmosphere allowed family and friends to reconnect, visit,and celebrate. The wedding was held in the West Lodge and the reception was in both the Main lodge and West lodge. The resort provided a relaxed comfortable atmosphere. The cabins and lodge rooms were clean, and perfect with the "Maine Lodge" decor. I'm not sure the magic that was created during the weekend could ever be repeated, and for us it was just what we wanted. We were very pleased. Thank you to Mark and his amazing staff.

Just returned back to Cape Cod after spending our 8th year with our 2 grand kids (now 13 & 10) for a week. What a shock to leave this peaceful place and head back to the real world. We lose all track of time and very seldom leave this beautiful property. There are at least 4 other families with whom we have formed close relationships over the years here and all arrive on the same week each year from all over the country. We are always asked the question.."You live on Cape Cod and your come to Maine?" Linekin Bay is the way Cape Cod used to be decades ago. Peaceful, quiet and beautiful. We love to sail and will be chartering a bare boat in the Caribbean this winter with the grand kids. Linekin Bay Resort is the last all inclusive sailing resort on the East coast of the US.
Ever tho the grand kids sail on the Cape they always learn something new with the great sailing instructors (there are no extra costs for lessons)
We all love the 3 meals per day including a lobster bake, the heated salt water pool overlooking the bay, movies every night, ocean views, tennis courts, the staff
and the same great bartender, Dan. We noticed the many upgraded changes in
the rooms. I told the new manager Mark not to get too upscale because we like the rustic charm. Already looking forward to next summer and meeting up with our friends again

We arrived at this "resort" last Saturday. Upon arrival we were inclined to trun right around and check out. The tennis court was the first thing we saw as we entered and it looked a bit abandoned. The fog was heavy so the view was hidden. We took a deep breath and checked in. The "updated 2 room cabin" was spacious and VERY dated. The kids thought we were punishing them and immediately wanted to leave, call their grandparents and return home. Another deep breath and we checked things our. We signed up for sailing lessons with Kirsten and Ben for the next day.

In the meantime the kids decided to jump off the railing of the dock and feel the bay . I joined them and it was frezsing cold BUT FUN!

We were informed that meals are assinged seating and we hoped for the best. We met a wonderful family and the meals were more than fine!

Checked out the game room and it was a mess! Nothing was in working order inclusing ping pong! Decided to speak to the manager the next morning. That afternoon the game room was semi functional.

Then we learned to sail! My eleven year old daughter quickly bonded with Kirsten and it was the deal was sealed! What a great experience! Both kids loved sailing!

We went on a walking tour with Rupert (highly recommend), met local aritists the Villards and we could not have asked for a better second day! Villard Studios should not be missed!

Walked into Boothbay , crossed the footbridge and the kids forgot about the lack of electronics and were having fun!

We sailed every day. We even deicided to charter a 59 foot HInkley that was moored at the resort with Captain Ron and what a great six hour sail we had!!!

All of our meals were surprisingly tasty, vegetarian choices and three others daily. Wonderful soups! We especially liked the Tomato Garlic!

So in summary, the place is dated and yes they could use some updated bathrooms, a landscaper and some new board games,evening entertainment and a bonfire, but it was aoverall it was still a very memoralbe family vacation. Our children now love sailing and this is the only place if its kind to learn.

So put your judgements aside, take a deep breath, enjoy the experience... wonderful staff and great guests to meet. It was nice to have minimal contact with the outside world. Our family reconnected.

Give it a try.

Just visited Linekin Bay Resort for dinner! What a wonderful experience. The food was incredible... lobster bisque and pan seared haddock- YUMMY- Afterwords, sat in the game room area by the fire and felt like we went back in time- Mark the manager was so gracious and let us start a fire and enjoy the whole resort! We also were able to take a peak into the resorts guests dining room! How charming- assigned seating for your family.... booster and high chairs set up for families for breakfast- if I was going to stay overnight- this place would be a no brainer- although "rustic" no grocery shopping, no cleaning, kids can learn to sail and kayak- great food, babysitters available- Sounds like a mother's ideal vacation to me! Thanks Mark for all of the info and hospitality- Can't wait to tell people about this place!