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The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Moody Beach

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The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast near Ogunquit Beach offers a full breakfast each morning. Relax by the lobby fireplace, stay connected with WiFi, and enjoy the garden's quiet retreat. Footbridge Beach is also nearby for exploration.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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The Wells Harbor Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Wells Harbor Room

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  • Sleeps 2
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Kennebunkport Suite

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  • 37 sq m
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Perkins Cove Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Perkins Cove Room

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  • 17 sq m
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  • 1 King Bed

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Kittery Point Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Kittery Point Room

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  • 16 sq m
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The Ogunquit Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Ogunquit Room

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  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cape Neddick Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Cape Neddick Room

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  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
525 Post Road, Wells, ME, 04090

What's nearby

  • Moody Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ogunquit Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Footbridge Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Wells Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Marginal Way - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 8 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Clam Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Congdon's Doughnuts - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast near Moody Beach
Located close to Footbridge Beach and Ogunquit Beach, The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast provides free full breakfast, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Private yards, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1865
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated in the business district, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Moody Beach, Footbridge Beach, and Ogunquit Beach. Marginal Way and Ogunquit Playhouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Elmere House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bill and Michael are truly the best hosts and the property is charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Willow Spring

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay, delicious breakfast each morning. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place . Hosts were awesome. Definitely would go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Amenities
The owners were very nice and the breakfast was delicious. Everything was very neat and clean and the location and grounds were beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our B&B stay

Lovely B&B. Owners made us feel real comfortable. Breakfast was wonderful. Will stay at The Elmere House again
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Amenities
The breakfasts were outstanding!!! Chatting w Bill and Michael was so much fun!! The room was beautiful but my husband was looking for place to set up his laptop w/in the room. Didn’t find one. But that was ok. The pocket door in our bathroom was extremely hard for me to slide across in order to use the facility. My husband had to close and open it each time. The inn was absolutely beautiful and was very well maintained. Kudos to Bill and Michael! Have a great winter!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We enjoyed our too brief stay here. The owners/hosts were so easy to communicate with and made us feel at home. The place is beautifully furnished and maintained. Don’t miss breakfast, it is worth getting up for!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was well equipped, clean, and spacious. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfasts and very personable hosts. Only negative was, like many hotels in the area, it's right on route 1. Traffic noise makes nice garden nor so appealing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here. Sad we hadn’t booked a second night. The hosts were awesome, the room was cozy, the grounds were beautiful, everything was impeccably kept. We’ll be back! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh my gosh! What a wonderful experience we had staying at Elmere House. This was our first time at a Bed & Breakfast and we could not have picked a more perfect place! Michael and Bill were such gracious hosts. They offered suggestions on entertainment and restaurants in the area. The whole place is just beautifully kept and decorated...inside and out! Breakfast was phenomenal! Visiting with them both and the other guests while we ate was the best; it felt like you were with family. We will definitely be back next year. -Karen & Paul from NY
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chi Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but very nicely decorated and clean. Bathtub was bit of a challenge with inner lining of the sheer curtain touching you from all sides. It’s a free standing bathtub converted into a shower. What I want to rave about is the breakfast that was served! Micheal, the host, was absolutely pleasant and made sure we were comfortable and well fed. I think I must’ve had the best blueberry pancake! Soft, pillowy, and chewy at the same time! I’m gonna remember those for awhile! Bill, the other host who’s also the cook is the best!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, property grounds are gorgeous, the hosts were beyond accomodating and the breakfast was superb!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property with great hosts. The breakfast was terrific as well. The AC worked very well and was not intrusive. I would return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nataliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful B & B with wonderful hosts. Had an amazing a couple of nights with my husband that included personal services and a three course breakfast. Couldn't be more happier about our stay. The room was super clean and the sheets were very cozy. Hope to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elmere House was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a local GEM, with a bonus property dog!

we absolutely LOVED this place! we were only in maine for two nights, and being unfamiliar with the area i was only going off on online reviews to book, but we got lucky with this place. we were warmly greeted by the innkeepers, bill and michael, and their perfect 18lb dachshund, BENTLEY! they provided local recommendations as well as contact information for a beach shuttle, and parking lots at the beach that would likely be less crowded [they were correct!] the outdoor area is so relaxing and lush, with a beautiful garden, a fire pit and lots of seating, we sat outside and enjoyed a lovely nap in the sun on some recliner chairs. while the property is a bit further out from the beach and downtown ogunquit, and certainly not walkable, there ended up being plenty of paid parking lots, and the shuttle did seem to be a popular option as well. breakfast was delicious, massive blueberry pancakes and fresh fruit. i wish we had time to stay for breakfast the second day! i wouldn't hesitate to book here again, certainly a gem of a property and it's clear they see folks who book year after year. i already miss bentley!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful property and very friendly hosts

Amazing hosts! Beautiful property and wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, accommodating, very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we walked in to this beautiful B&B, it was as I we were coming home for the holidays! The staff were very welcoming and we knew we picked the perfect spot for a cozy weekend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved our stay!

Michael and Bill were fabulous hosts! We had the best time, the food was amazing, the rooms gorgeous and comfortable. Cannot recommend this place enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

devra

The gentlemen who own this b&b are wonderful! So helpful and friendly! And their three course breakfast was delicious! Would recommend to anyone! Beds were very comfortable too!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners Mike & Bill were so personable, friendly & accommodating. The breakfast was made fresh on the premises every morning and was different every morning, served up with Bills homemade blueberry and coffee bread
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hosts

Everything was great. Excellent hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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