The Blue Hill Inn
Blue Hill, ME
Offered for sale at $1,975,000
Blue Hill Inn | Blue Hill, Maine**
A historic coastal Maine inn where timeless architecture, authentic hospitality, and a deep connection to place come together.
Set on two acres in the heart of the village and within walking distance of Blue Hill Bay, the **Blue Hill Inn** offers a rare combination of historic character, village walkability, and contemporary hospitality. Built in 1830 and welcoming guests since 1840, this gracious Federal-style inn is part of the Blue Hill Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The inn retains an exceptional collection of original architectural details, including classic clapboard siding, nine-over-six windows, wide pumpkin pine floors, and multiple working fireplaces. Its intimate, welcoming atmosphere includes **12 guest rooms, a two-room owner/manager suite, a sunlit dining room, and two comfortable parlors**. Spacious guest rooms feature abundant natural light and original hardwood floors, while beautifully landscaped grounds provide peaceful spaces for guests to relax among mature elm trees, perennial gardens, and a small fruit grove.
The property encompasses approximately **5,828 square feet in the main inn, an 1,824-square-foot Cape House**, and a detached 560-square-foot garage. The Cape House includes additional guest/owner accommodations, while the garage offers potential for expansion or conversion to staff housing. A large, well-equipped commercial kitchen provides flexibility for breakfast service, catering, private events, or a potential restaurant operation. The dining room accommodates approximately 36–40 guests, and the level side yard offers an appealing opportunity for a patio, porch, or tented events.
Sustainability is an integral part of the Blue Hill Inn's identity. The property has been recognized with **Maine Environmental Leader and TripAdvisor Green Leader** designations and incorporates environmentally conscious practices including organic and locally sourced ingredients, composting, recycling, energy-efficient lighting, and eco-friendly cleaning products.
The inn's history is closely intertwined with the evolution of Blue Hill from a maritime community to a sought-after coastal destination. For nearly two centuries, it has continuously adapted to changing generations of travelers while preserving its historic character. Today, it provides an authentic alternative to larger, more heavily trafficked tourism destinations.
Blue Hill's location is a significant part of the property's appeal. The village provides easy access to restaurants, galleries, shops, music, cultural events, and outdoor recreation, while the surrounding peninsula offers hiking, biking, kayaking, sailing, boating, whale watching, antiquing, and exploration of islands and lighthouses. Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park are approximately an hour away, Camden is just over an hour, Bangor approximately 50 minutes, and Stonington about 35 minutes.
The Blue Hill Peninsula combines a strong year-round community with a seasonal visitor economy. Its high season generally runs from June through October, with meaningful shoulder- and off-season opportunities. The area's distinctive arts and cultural identity, exceptional food, natural beauty, and village-centered lifestyle attract travelers seeking a more intimate and authentic coastal Maine experience.
The Blue Hill Inn presents an opportunity to acquire a nearly two-century-old Maine hospitality landmark with established accommodations, substantial infrastructure, a commercial kitchen, additional buildings, and room for a new owner to shape the property's next chapter.
A true Maine original—historic, walkable, sustainable, and deeply connected to the character of the Blue Hill Peninsula.
Owner's or staff quarters is on the 3rd floor and offers a bedroom, sitting room and full bath and is not one of the 12 rental units.
Financial Details- Offered for sale at $1,975,000
- Terms: financials provided to qualified buyer with signed NDA
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