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About the area
Kennebunk
Near the airport.Stay at this Kennebunk B&B and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wedding Cake House and 2 miles (3 km) of Kennebunk Dog Park. Brick Store Museum and Kennebunk Free Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Wells Regional Transportation Center - 12 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Aroma Joe's - 3 min drive
Alisson's Restaurant - 5 min drive
The Blue - 2 min drive
Dairy Queen - 2 min drive
About this property
Waldo Emerson Inn
3-star Colonial B&B near Dock Square
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Waldo Emerson Inn. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Waldo Emerson Inn was completed in January 2020.
This 3-star Kennebunk bed & breakfast is smoke free.
1 building
6 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Built in 1753
Full breakfast (free)
Beach lounge chairs
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the beach
Business facilities
Coffee in lobby
Express check-in
Express check-out
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Game room or arcade
Library
Terrace
Garden
Outdoor picnic space
Fireplace in lobby
No smoking on site
Refrigerator in a common area
Waldo Emerson Inn offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.
Bathrooms include designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Languages
English, Spanish
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Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Books
Free bicycle rentals
Library
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Entertainment
32-inch smart TV with cable channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Restaurant dining guides
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Electrical adapters
Heating (climate-controlled)
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Soundproofed rooms
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40.00
Late check-in fee: USD 40.00 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Host will greet you, key retrieval
Pets
Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per day
Only dogs are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 40.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee: USD 40.00 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
Waldo Emerson Inn
Waldo Emerson Inn Kennebunk
Waldo Emerson Kennebunk
Waldo Inn
Waldo Emerson Hotel
Waldo Emerson Inn Bed And Breakfast Kennebunk, Maine
The Waldo Emerson Inn
Waldo Emerson Inn Kennebunk
Waldo Emerson Inn Bed & breakfast
Waldo Emerson Inn Bed & breakfast Kennebunk
Waldo Emerson Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Amelia and Ron have created a beautiful and homey atmosphere that welcomed us into a comfortable retreat from the ordinary to the exceptional. The king bed was so great and the bathroom spotless. The smell of breakfast drew us downstairs for delightful conversation and well appointed dining delights. 10 stars all around. Best host and hostess ever.
Lovely inn and innkeepers, Amelia and Ron were the best! Great breakfast every morning. Clean rooms, parking on the premises and less than a 10 minute drive to Dock street. Very comfortable.
Our stay here was beyond our expectations! We were greeted in the morning with coffee and a 2-course breakfast. Amelia and her staff are so personable and told us the history of the house over breakfast which was amazing to hear. Our room was beautifully decorated and cozy. We will definitely be staying again when we come back!
My wife and I had a delightful time at the historic Waldo Emerson Inn. The back half was built in 1753 and the front half in the 1780, yet this historic home had all the conveniences of the modern world: snug windows, heated bathroom floor, and easy to control heatng. The B&B was originally the home of the great-uncle of Ralph Waldo Emerson.
One of our favorite times were breakfast. Amelia, our hostess, is a great cook and so much fun to be around. While we stayed 11 days, the variety of breakfasts never ceased. We would gladly stay there again. In fact, we are looking forward to it.
Innkeepers Amelia and Ron and their assistant Michael couldn't have been nicer and more attentive and accommodating. It was the most pleasant experience we had the whole time in Maine. The food was delicious, thoughtful and plentiful. We can't wait to go back to this inn!
The hosts Amelia and Ron were exceptional - very warm, friendly and welcoming. They ensured there was everything one would need to make your stay comfortable. The Waldo Emerson B&B was exquisite and quaint. Each morning we were served a hot breakfast which was plated and customized to whatever your dietary needs are. Very thoughtful touches and consideration from the hosts. We would most definitely stay there again.
An amazing property with an amazing host and staff! Convenient to downtown shopping & restaurants, and also wonderful to return to nice and quiet surroundings. Easy access to the beach, highways to do some sight-seeing. Breakfast was AMAZING every day! The room was very comfy and plenty of room to move around. Great spot for dog owners...our Tucker loved it!
Jerry
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
Aug 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was small and the shower was very small. Breakfast was good and the owner was very pleasant and friendly, but there was no room services, reason Covid-19. Stayed July 2021.
The owners were extremely kind, attentive and informative. The breakfasts were wonderful. Our room was nice, clean and comfortable. It faced a relatively busy road and was noisy in the early am. We are very early risers so weren’t too disturbed but late risers may want to book a room in the back section of the inn. Very nice place with interesting history and close drive to Kennebunkport.
The Waldo Emerson Inn is a fascinating look at history, dating from the mid-1700s. Our room was lovely, the host was wonderfully friendly and helpful during our stay, and the breakfasts were delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the company.
It was very very quaint and beautiful!
The inn keeper greeted us and gave us a brief history of the end. Our room was charming and clean. Breakfast in the morning was delicious.
We decided on a last minute trip to see family that was staying in Kennebunkport and were so lucky to see that a room was open at the Waldo Emerson Inn. Hana 1 and Hana 2 were amazing hostesses during our entire stay. I have dietary restrictions and they were so thoughtful to make sure I had plenty for breakfast, including GF french toast - they even made me some GF cookies one night! The inn is beautiful, quaint, and homey. The beds are comfortable and the Comphy sheets are luxuriously soft. We cannot wait for our next trip to Maine - we will most definitely be staying there again!
Absolutely wonderful experience. Room was super clean and beautiful. Breakfast was sumptuous. Inn keeper was lovely and throughly knowledgeable. Even helped us with directions to all the “to dos” to ensure that we truly had a memorable time! Highly recommend! Will return!