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Topside Inn Bed and Breakfast
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 based on 65 reviews 65 reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 18 B&Bs in Boothbay Harbor
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  • Rooms: 21
Description: The Topside Inn Bed & Breakfast is a 19th-century sea captain's home and summer guesthouses in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. Overlooking the scenic harbor... This description is based on information provided by the B&B / inn.
Address:
60 McKown Street
Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538

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Reviews of Topside Inn Bed and Breakfast

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“Comfortable, casual stay - Topside stay was marvelous”

Topside Inn Bed and Breakfast

Sep 18, 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

It was only one night but it was so completely enjoyable that I could have happily stayed for a few more. The feel of the Topside was not fussy fancy doily but rather suntans, sandals and breeze in your hair.

Our large room (#6) in the main house had a comfy king bed, a lovely window seat with a beautiful harbor view and a throw for cuddling, wicker chairs, white furniture and a sunny beachy feel. Bathroom was middle of the road - functioned just fine but no wow factor.

Bountiful breakfast was served in an enclosed porch area with terrific view, folks were bird watching from their tables - was it an eagle, hawk or opsrey?? We may never know :)

Blooming flower beds surround the buildings, and the adirondack chairs overlooking the lawn and harbor call out for a few quiet minutes with a book and a cup of coffee.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — casual feel
    • Disliked — nothing - it was all good!
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
HappyCheesehead's Summary
Date of Stay: September 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: July 08, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
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“Best on the Bay”

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5 of 5 stars
Chicago, Illinois
Sep 10, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

One of the most fantastic vacations we've ever had. Topside Inn is a first rate B&B, Brian and Ed are superior innkeepers. They went above and soared beyond our expectations. The Inn is immaculant and the view is outstanding! The rooms were clean and comfortable with great views of the ocean. Oh and then there are the breakfasts and afternoon cookies, yum! Bravo!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Everything
    • Disliked — Nothing
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
chick4adventr's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2007
Traveled with: Family (extended)
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 25-34
Member since: September 10, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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“Perfect spot for a relaxing getaway”

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5 of 5 stars
Saint Augustine
Aug 17, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

We had an amazing time at the Topside on our four night stay this August. The view is unbeatable.My husband and I would have been happy sitting in the adirondack chairs overlooking the harbor the entire time! Brian and Ed are incredible hosts, personable and excellent cooks. The breakfast was a culinary delight, from lemon-blueberry pancakes to garden veggie frittatta and the homemade granola--don't get me started! To top that off, fresh baked cookies every afternoon. It is the perfect location, with a view and many great restaurants and shopping within walking distance. We celebrated our 25th anniversary at the Topside and plan on returning again in the future.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — View
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jlboys2's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 35-49
Member since: August 17, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Outdoor / Adventure, Shopping
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“Fantastic!!!!”

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5 of 5 stars
connecticut
Aug 16, 2007
1/3 found this review helpful

This was our first visit to Booth Bay Harbor and Brain & Ed made it absolutely fantastic!
Our room was in the main house and could not have been any nicer. Everything was top notch.
Wonderful breakfasts and great hosts!
We will be back!!!!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — friendly, clean,close to town
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
seets's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 50-64
Member since: March 08, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Pet owners, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Shopping
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“Absolutely Perfect”

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5 of 5 stars
Portland, Maine
Aug 2, 2007
1/3 found this review helpful

We live in Maine and took out-of-town friends to Boothbay Harbor for a night in July. The Topside was fabulous!! Ed and Brian are the perfect Inn owners - friendly, knowledgeable about the area, etc. but not overbearing; this is not one of those places where you feel you have to make a lot of chit chat with strangers, unless you want to. The Inn is beautifully decorated - very New England style - simple and clean. The views are breathtaking from almost every bedroom, the breakfast room, and the sweeping lawn. The location couldn't be better - walking distance to all the shops/restaurants but up a hill and not on the main drag, so quiet and of course - the views! Breakfast was great - homemade muffins, granola, eggs to order. We all kept saying how we wish we could've stayed a few weeks instead of one night. We'll definitely be going back!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Everything!!
    • Disliked — the plastic water cups in the bathroom
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
littlemelbs's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2007
Traveled with: Friends
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 35-49
Member since: August 29, 2004
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, People with disabilities
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Topside Inn Bed and Breakfast Address

60 McKown Street, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538