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Five Gables Inn

Murray Hill Road, PO Box 335, East Boothbay, ME 04544
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5.0 of 5 stars 56 Reviews
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JohShaw
Oxford
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2011

My husband and I stayed at the Five Gables Inn for two days in October this year and we thought it was heaven on earth. We stayed in room 15, one of the smaller rooms in the gables with a beautiful painted mural on the walls, and my favourite part was the window seat overlooking the water. Mike and De... More

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nowclouds
coronado, california
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11 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 11, 2011

Mike and De Kennedy have created an inn of cozy warmth and hospitality where the answer is Always "Yes". This is our favorite Inn in all of New England. When we enter an inn, we can Tell if the owners have just a business or are indeed "people lovers". We have returned each autumn since Mike and De have owned... More

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Pearl92, Owner at Five Gables Inn, responded to this review
October 13, 2011

Thank you for the glowing review. It does our hearts good, especially coming from world travelers like yourselves. We do indeed love what we do and consider ourselves among the lucky ones. Thanks again. xo Mike & De More

jrileymail
Walnut Creek, CA
Senior Contributor
43 reviews
20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 29, 2011
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E. Boothbay isn't off the beaten path, it's WAY off of it! But what a delightful location, and Five Gables is a wonderful place to stay while enjoying it. The rooms are for sleeping and bathing, period. Very small. But the house provides all its guests with a cozy living room experience. The porch is absolutely fabulous. A great place... More

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Pearl92, Owner at Five Gables Inn, responded to this review
October 6, 2011

Mike and I are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for the kind words. We both enjoy anticipating guests needs and doing everything we can to be sure all our guests have a wonderful experience. Yes, it is a world class porch and am glad you had the opportunity to spend time there. Hope you tried... More

CaptainSail
Yorktown Heights, New York
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 25, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

After you're welcomed as an old friend, unpacked in one of the uniquely and artfully designed rooms, relaxed on the porch, perused the book collection, admired De's wonderful artwork on tables, walls and fireplace, taken in the view of the bay and caught up with Mike and De adventures and had a good night's rest...now you're ready for one of... More

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Pearl92, Owner at Five Gables Inn, responded to this review
October 6, 2011

Thank you for that great review. It means the world to us to know our efforts are appreciated. Have a good winter and we'll look forward to seeing you again. De More

rag714
Atlanta
Top Contributor
57 reviews
46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We stay at the Five Gables every year because we know Mike and De are going to do everything within their power to make sure we have a great stay. It's hard to find things to say that aren't just a rehashing of the positive reviews by other guests, but the incredibly delicious breakfasts, the views of Linekin Bay from... More

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Pearl92, Owner at Five Gables Inn, responded to this review
October 6, 2011

Hello Atlanta! Thank you for your many visits with us. It is so reassuring to hear we are getting it right. Mike and I love what we do and we hope it shows. Your're the best. De More

acaida
ny
Senior Contributor
33 reviews
16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 18, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

This was our 5th year at the inn and it was great as always. Mike and Dee, the innkeepers, are wonderful hosts. You feel very welcome and comfortable. If you have any problem or need Mike goes the extra mile to be helpful. My parents have traveled with us the last 3 years and this year my Dad was recovering... More

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randonneur03
New York City, New York
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13 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 18, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

We've been going to this inn for about 5 years, same week each September, bringing my in-laws with us. Mike and Dee are as gracious as can be, Mike's breakfasts are a highlight of our Maine trip (which includes a run up to Southwest Harbor and Acadia for a few days), and the Inn is welcoming, peaceful, restful. You couldn't... More

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Mrs Chuck G
Franklin, Tennessee
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6 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 2, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We were fortunate enough to stay here for a couple of days and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Mike and De are wonderful people and the breakfasts were out of this world. They were so helpful with where to go and what to do and every one of their recommendations were fantastic. There is a little dock right across the street and... More

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gabrielle
Portsmouth, NH
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5 reviews
22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 22, 2011

We travelled as a group of 4 adults to the Five Gables Inn. It was just perfect. We loved the tranquility of the Inn and the surrounding areas. De & Mike were great hosts. Breakfast on the porch was a highlight for us. Will go to this Inn again! More

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Patricia H
Fairway, Kansas
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5 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 21, 2011

Five Gables was everything we'd hoped for and more - a charming inn in a beautiful and serene setting. The breakfasts were delicious and the Kennedys were the perfect hosts. More

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