The very first Bed and Breakfast on Mount Desert Island, Maine, Penury Hall has been in continuous operation since 1982. Our B&B, conveniently close to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, is an historic property built in 1830 in Southwest Harbor, which has welcomed many through its distinctive red front door. We enjoy sharing our love of fine arts, antiques, gardening, books and sailing with our six guests.
Private baths, of course, and our scrumptious breakfast menu ranges from Eggs Benedict to Cinnamon Waffles, Penurious Omelet to Blueberry Pancakes and beyond, a different hearty morning meal served daily. Located on the "Quiet Side" of Mt. Desert Island, we are less than a half-mile from many of the attractions of Acadia National Park. Hiking, biking, kayaking, whale watching or just lolling on a rock by the ocean are a few of the many pleasures that await you.
A grand selection of dining places, whether it be gourmet or lobster-on-the-pier, await your discovery. We look forward to adding you to our extended family!
Private baths, of course, and our scrumptious breakfast menu ranges from Eggs Benedict to Cinnamon Waffles, Penurious Omelet to Blueberry Pancakes and beyond, a different hearty morning meal served daily. Located on the "Quiet Side" of Mt. Desert Island, we are less than a half-mile from many of the attractions of Acadia National Park. Hiking, biking, kayaking, whale watching or just lolling on a rock by the ocean are a few of the many pleasures that await you.
A grand selection of dining places, whether it be gourmet or lobster-on-the-pier, await your discovery. We look forward to adding you to our extended family!
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We are often asked where the name Penury Hall came from.
B & B's being an English tradition, Dickens could well have coined the name.
Further, since B & B's were generally less expensive accommodations, one can freely translate "Penury Hall" to the "Poor House."
There is more to the story which we will be happy to tell you when you arrive.
Because there is such an abundance of activity in and near Acadia National Park even on a rainy day (14 museums, antique shops, shopping, etc.), we do have a minimum of 2 nights stay from June to October.
B & B's being an English tradition, Dickens could well have coined the name.
Further, since B & B's were generally less expensive accommodations, one can freely translate "Penury Hall" to the "Poor House."
There is more to the story which we will be happy to tell you when you arrive.
Because there is such an abundance of activity in and near Acadia National Park even on a rainy day (14 museums, antique shops, shopping, etc.), we do have a minimum of 2 nights stay from June to October.
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