Captain Bennis House Guidebook
Parks & Nature
Tidal Falls
Tidal Falls RoadThis is an area that most visitors don't know about which is part of the reason it's so special. At Acadia at Schoodic you will find many places to hike, bike, or stop along the way to take in the scenic splendor and Frazer Park is perfect for a picnic. Go north on US 1 and follow signs to Winter Harbor (great little town with a few stores and shops) and Acadia. It's about 20 minutes from the house.
77 locals recommend
Schoodic Peninsula
This is an area that most visitors don't know about which is part of the reason it's so special. At Acadia at Schoodic you will find many places to hike, bike, or stop along the way to take in the scenic splendor and Frazer Park is perfect for a picnic. Go north on US 1 and follow signs to Winter Harbor (great little town with a few stores and shops) and Acadia. It's about 20 minutes from the house.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Pickled Wrinkle
9 E Schoodic DrFood Scene
Reasonably priced steamed lobster and an ear of corn in a truly Down East environment.
33 locals recommend
Ruth and Wimpy's Restaurant
792 US-1Reasonably priced steamed lobster and an ear of corn in a truly Down East environment.
Real Down East atmosphere and perfect for a quick pick-up of lobsters to take back to the rental suite. Just a few miles east of the house.
22 locals recommend
Tracey's Seafood
2717 US-1Real Down East atmosphere and perfect for a quick pick-up of lobsters to take back to the rental suite. Just a few miles east of the house.
Ironbound Restaurant & Inn
1513 US-1A little more upscale for a drink or dinner.
A favorite seafood carryout stop for locals and visitors near the Chainsaw Artist.
14 locals recommend
Yu Takeout
674 US-1A favorite seafood carryout stop for locals and visitors near the Chainsaw Artist.
Carryout live lobster or ask them to steam them before you bring them home.
11 locals recommend
The Lobstore
258 Newman StCarryout live lobster or ask them to steam them before you bring them home.
Daily specials from the deli right across the street from the house.
18 locals recommend
The Dunbar Store
1983 US-1Daily specials from the deli right across the street from the house.
Charming place for lunch on the dock in Corea with working lobstermen in the harbor.
26 locals recommend
Corea Wharf Gallery & Grill
Charming place for lunch on the dock in Corea with working lobstermen in the harbor.
Great place for a sandwich or some ice cream across the street from the Winter Harbor 5 and 10. Stop in after visiting Acadia at Schoodic.
24 locals recommend
J.M. Gerrish Cafe
352 Main StreetGreat place for a sandwich or some ice cream across the street from the Winter Harbor 5 and 10. Stop in after visiting Acadia at Schoodic.
Popular spot with the locals, walk up and place your order for sandwiches, side dishes like onion rings, or ice cream.
19 locals recommend
Jordan's Snack Bar
200 Douglas HighwayPopular spot with the locals, walk up and place your order for sandwiches, side dishes like onion rings, or ice cream.
Flanders Bay BBQ
2673 US-1One half mile from the house, this is a great stop for ice cream or home made pastries and an antiques shop.
Sweet Retreat
1787 US-1One half mile from the house, this is a great stop for ice cream or home made pastries and an antiques shop.
Entertainment & Activities
Amazing views at every hole on this ancient 9 hole golf course. It's in Winter Harbor near Acadia at Schoodic.
8 locals recommend
Grindstone Neck Golf Course
106 Grindstone AveAmazing views at every hole on this ancient 9 hole golf course. It's in Winter Harbor near Acadia at Schoodic.
Blink Bonnie Golf Links
89 East Side RdGolf course with great views.
Historic way to cruise Frenchman Bay
Margaret Todd is a four-masted schooner sailing out of Bar Harbor, Maine.
Address: 27 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
9 locals recommend
Margaret Todd
27 Main StHistoric way to cruise Frenchman Bay
Margaret Todd is a four-masted schooner sailing out of Bar Harbor, Maine.
Address: 27 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Stop in for wine tasting. About 25 minutes from the Captain Bennis House going north on US 1.
9 locals recommend
Bartlett Maine Estate Winery and Distillery
161 Chicken Mill Pond RdStop in for wine tasting. About 25 minutes from the Captain Bennis House going north on US 1.
Bark Harbor
150 Main StGreat chance to see whales.
Downeast Scenic Railroad
8 Railroad SidingMill Stream Antiques
2100 US-1Maybe you will see Martha Stewart who stops in occasionally.
Great shop by the Winter Harbor 5 and 10 and Gerrish Ice Cream. Stop in after you visit Acadia at Schoodic.
Artisans & Antiques
357 Main StGreat shop by the Winter Harbor 5 and 10 and Gerrish Ice Cream. Stop in after you visit Acadia at Schoodic.
Schoodic Mountain
Hiking trails and scenic views
Groceries
Hannaford Supermarket
86 Cottage StGroceries, beer & wine, and deli right across the street from the house at the end of the scenic turnout.
18 locals recommend
The Dunbar Store
1983 US-1Groceries, beer & wine, and deli right across the street from the house at the end of the scenic turnout.
Shaw's
175 High StFull grocery store with lots of produce and a variety of products.
General Store
Go back in time at this well-stocked old-fashioned dime store. Located about 20 minutes from the house.
18 locals recommend
Winter Harbor 5&10
349 Main StGo back in time at this well-stocked old-fashioned dime store. Located about 20 minutes from the house.
Walmart Supercenter
17 Myrick StYes, there is a Walmart in Ellsworth!
Sightseeing
Granite Art Garden
248 Whales Back RdA unique place to visit just a couple of miles away.