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Inn at Isle au Haut: Traveller Reviews

P.O. Box 78, 78 Atlantic Avenue, Isle Au Haut, ME 04645
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Inn at Isle au Haut
4.5 of 5 stars 26 Reviews
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Charlottesville, Virginia
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“sweet place, esp. in good weather”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2011

The Inn has the fantastic dinners that everyone has described. Since we were in the Captain's Quarters, we had a nice size room with a private bath with a large shower and lots of hot water. The bed was fine with hand made quilt done by Diana's mother on top. Breakfast was not great compared to dinner, but the hostess, Diana, knocked herself out to be welcoming and to do whatever she could to make us comfortable. We had pink lemonade in the afternoon and good before dinner appetizers to share with the other dinner guests starting at 6. Evenings were very pleasant.

We were unlucky enough to have rain for the whole visit and it was hard to use the bikes to get around and harder to make it to the trail heads as we had planned to do. The bikes are as she described, with the added part that the brakes, foot brakes though they are, really did not work well. We mostly walked them up hill and coasted cautiously downhill, never wanting to go too fast as we could not have stopped. We had no trouble zooming around other spots on the same trip when we had bikes that worked. If you are driving to Stonington, bring your own bikes if possible.

The chocolatier down the road is delicious and was a welcome spot to stop in the rain. We also ate our picnic lunch [which was very good] in the back of the church, the only dry spot open in town. The heavy moss and ferns suggest it rains a lot on this island!

Apparently Diana has lobster bakes out on the dock in good weather and it would surely be a MUCH better visit in the sun. Trails sounded terrific and other guests had enjoyed them in better days before we arrived.

Room Tip: book early and request the Captain's Quarters for more space and a bath.
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  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Napa, California
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“An Island of lush greens and beautiful vistas”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2011

As part of our vacation to Bar Harbor National Forest, we decided to spend two nights at the Inn at Isle au Haut. The only way to get to the island is by Ferry. What a lovely ride on the Ferry seeing the fog and blue skies. The Islands vistas, rocks, pebbles are spectacular. The Inn was quaint and rustic. Fabulous Innkeeper and the food was delicious. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the cost. The room was sweet with a lovely view of the beach. The bathroom was small.

The trails are maintained. Bug spray is recommended for the ticks and mosquitoes. The Island population is 300 and the town consist of a few buildings. People go to the Island for the hiking. Hiking was moderate. Bicycling is easy and fun. Rarely ddid we see a car.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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New York City, New York
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“This is a 'MUST DO'.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2011
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If you want to have a totally different experience, away from the tourist experience and luxuriate in the beauty of nature this is a 'MUST DO'.
Diana is fabulous. She strikes just the right balance of helpful inn keeper and watchful adventure adviser, without that smothering B&B feeling.
And then there is her food: She cooks all of your meals! The only word is 'FANTASTIC'.
(you will want to hire her for a private event or take her as your personal chef).
The inn is small, so make your plans early.

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  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with friends
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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Denver
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“A Mom/Daughter vacation in Heaven was had at the Inn at Isle au Haut!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2010

Diana creates smells from the kitchen that entice the guests throughout the day. When the meals are served, there is no denying the accuracy of the wonderful smells - her cooking is fantastic! The beds are comfortable, the view is spectacular and the Inn is charming, cozy and very inviting. We thoroughly enjoyed sitting on the porch, reading a book and watching the butterflies and lobster boats pass by. This is the perfect place to unwind and breathe in a slice of Americana... home cooking, fresh air and a million dollar view were what we found in this wonderful place.

  • Stayed August 2010
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Natchez, Mississippi
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“Treat yourself to a piece of paradise!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2010

The Inn at Isle au Haut is so comfortable...a perfect hideaway...experiencing the ultimate in hospitality! Diana Santospago is the perfect hostess! Her genuine warmth is so inviting- you feel like you are home. She is so pleasant, paying attention to all details. The three gourmet meals that she prepares daily, demonstrate her fabulous culinary talents.

Isle au Haut is unspoiled and so beautiful! Actually it is the most pristine place we have ever been. And we keep returning!! It is serenity at it's best! A piece of paradise orchestrated by an amazing innkeeper, Diana!

  • Stayed September 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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P.O. Box 78, 78 Atlantic Avenue, Isle Au Haut, ME 04645
Price range (per night):* 257 AUD - 385 AUD

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