Things To Do

Castine Kayak Adventures

Witherle Woods

Local walking trail

Wadsworth Cove Beach

A classic Down East Maine pebble beach

Dyce Head Lighthouse

Local lighthouse with views

Cafe at Compass Rose Books

Bookstore and cafe in Castine Village

Wilson Museum

Our ceremony and reception will use the museum grounds, but tour the actual museum while you visit to learn some local history.

Dennett's at the Wharf

The best and one of the only restaurants in town. Great view. Stay for food or drinks or both!

Tinder Hearth

Wood fired pizza. Reservations required. Also has a bakery that is open Wednesday - Saturday 9 - noon

Acadia National Park

1 hour from Castine. Known for hiking with great views of the Atlantic, sunrise on top of Cadillac, biking on carriage trails, and the nearby town of Bar Harbor.

Blue Hill

A 20 minute drive from Castine. This is the town Beth Ann grew up in. Things to do include hiking Blue Hill Mountain (the setting for the book "Blueberries for Sal"), stop at Bucklyn Coffee shop, and Curtis Cove for swimming (except at low tide).

Stonington, Maine

Stonington is located on the island of Deer Isle, which is an island community connected to the mainland by bridge. Beth Ann lived on Deer Isle until she was in 2nd grade. Take a drive around the island, stopping at Sand Beach and the town of Stonington. Take a 45 minute ferry from Stonington to Isle Au Haut with your bikes.

Aragosta at Goose Cove

Restaurant. Located on Deer Isle, reservations highly recommended, make far in advance.