About this property

Historic Setting: Elms of Camden in Camden offers a bed and breakfast experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy a beautiful garden and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, hypoallergenic bedding, and parquet floors. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and free on-site private parking. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including American, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Local specialities, warm dishes, juice, and fruits are served each morning. Activities and Attractions: Guests can enjoy skiing, hiking, and cycling nearby. Laite Memorial Beach is a 13-minute walk away, while Mount Battie lies 600 metres from the property. Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre is 14 minutes on foot.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Breakfast info

    • Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Robert
    France France
    Great welcome ! Decor perfect , large room , 4 mn walk to downtown .. Super breakfast in nice surroundings.. Both are great people ..
  • Dunn
    United States United States
    It was a locally-owned bed and breakfast. We were treated like first class guests from the moment they opened the door for us when we arrived to the ease of checkout. We didn't even need to ring the door bell. We were greeted by the owner and the...
  • Tony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Characterful. Easy walk to the centre of Camden, which was well worth visiting. Gary is both entertaining and helpful. Together with James (quieter but equally attentive) they made the perfect hosts.
  • Kim
    Australia Australia
    Everything was lovely! James and Gary were the perfect hosts, incredibly friendly, with great suggestions for places to eat and things to do. The home was built in 1806, in great shape and nicely decorated. Breakfast was two courses each morning,...
  • Eilir
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A wonderful New England house, traditional yet with every modern comfort.
  • Magnus
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our hosts were amazing and took great care to see that we were ok. They made a huge effort to produce an exceptional breakfast which we ate outside. The entire experience was outstanding and I would recommend the Elms of Camden to anyone.
  • Jacquie
    United States United States
    Lovely hosts - very friendly and helpful. Beautifully decorated and a great location
  • Annette
    United States United States
    Everything about our stay at the Elms was PERFECT! Gary and James were absolutely fantastic hosts; attentive, warm, friendly. Location in Camden is perfect, so close to downtown but not in the middle of traffic or crowds. The room was charming,...
  • Joan
    United States United States
    The breakfast was the highlight of the stay. We ate outside in a lovely secluded patio and the hosts were always available and fun.
  • Jonna
    United States United States
    Gary and James were the best possible hosts! The breakfasts were divine; the rooms were beautiful; WIFI was fast; the atmosphere inviting; location was quiet and close... we could not have asked for a better stay. The town of Camden is precious,...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Gary & James

Company review score: 10Based on 49 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Elms of Camden is an authentic 1806 New England Colonial and a fine example of preservation and restoration. Our home offers an easy, four-minute walk to the harbor, shops, restaurants, and activities in downtown Camden. Surrounded by natural beauty, this historic home offers the perfect setting for a romantic getaway, a comfortable escape for friends, or a launching pad for day trips to Acadia National Park, islands, Boothbay Harbor, and many other popular Maine destinations. During the warmer months, enjoy a large outdoor garden patio tucked away for a bit of quiet and escape after a busy day! Perfect for a glass of wine or tea in the evening and breakfast in the morning. All guestrooms are individually decorated and feature Queen or King beds with custom linens and fine amenities. All rooms have a private bathroom with showers or a shower/tub combination. Select rooms have a jetted tub. Rooms have flat-screen televisions, secure Wi-Fi, and air-conditioning. Most rooms have a gas fireplace. Experience everything the Maine midcoast has to offer at Elms of Camden Bed & Breakfast!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Elms of Camden takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note, check-in is from 15:00 until 18:00. Guests wishing to check-in or check-out outside of these hours must contact the property ahead of time to arrange for arrival.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Elms of Camden in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.