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Kendall Tavern Bed and Breakfast is a lovingly restored early 1800's farmhouse in the peaceful village of Freeport in Maine's mid-coast region. Our Inn offers 7 cozy guest rooms - all with private baths and air conditioning. We feature comfortable accommodations, uncluttered décor, antique furnishings and authentic period details that transport you back to a time of simplicity and contentment.
Our expansive landscaped grounds and spacious front porch offer a place to relax in the cool Maine breezes while sipping a glass of wine or a cold iced tea. Two parlors, both with gas fireplaces, are appointed with cozy chairs and reading lights for your enjoyment. Iced and hot refreshments are available each afternoon and evening, along with a special baked treat.
A short walk takes you to Freeport Village - over 140 shops and eateries. A short drive leads to Maine's spectacular mid-coast region, featuring rocky coastlines, sandy beaches, lighthouses and plenty of lobster!
Whether you are visiting Maine for a relaxing vacation, business trip, romantic weekend getaway, honeymoon, or anniversary - Kendall Tavern offers a comfortable retreat from your hectic life.
A brief Kendall History
The Kendall Tavern Inn B & B property had its start around 1800 when the Mark Rogers daughter Margaret apparently married a certain Captain Robert Kendall who served in the War of 1812 but a house and land was here from 1801 to 1832 when they bought 50 acres including buildings for $950.00 . During this time there are "records" that show provisions bought for a tavern but we have not seen these records. The children who inherited the house thru the years served the country in the Civil War as did Captain John Kendall. Around 1894 the second floor and attic were added. The home stayed with the Kendall's until the death of Kittie Kendall Morton, who they say was quite a "social light," with many friends. One friend who stayed here quite often was the minister of the Congregational Church in Freeport. He stayed in what is now Room 4. When Kittie passed on the Albert Pratt family bought the farm and kept it thru Helen Clarkson until 1989.
Then a lawyer named Hermon Pettigrove, and his wife from California bought the farm to restore it into a bed and breakfast. There is a picture album showing the process. They ran the inn until she passed away and he sold the inn to a Carrie McBride. Early on she did a lot of the decorating and web site design that is still used today. After three years Carrie sold the inn to Rich and Wendy Conroy from CT, they owned the inn for one year. Then, as providence would have it, August of 2005 we purchased the inn and here we are today, enjoying every minute of the life long dream.
The Rudolph's
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