EdgeWater Farm
Bed and Breakfast

Surrounded by four colorful, sweet smelling acres of organic perennial, herb, fruit and vegetable gardens, Maine's EdgeWater Farm Bed and Breakfast is an oasis for the weary traveler.

The Emersons have recently been awarded 2 official "green" recognitions: * Maine Environmental Leader in Hospitality * a "certified National Wildlife Habitat" by the National Wildlife Federation.

This wonderful restored Cape farmhouse, circa 1800, is filled with the smell of flowers and country cooking. The New England Bed and Breakfast Inn is situated on a quiet peninsula rich in history, unspoiled natural beauty, expansive beaches and Down East tranquility.

EdgeWater Farm offers six charming guest rooms, all with private baths. Two of these lodging accommodations are suites that can sleep up to a total of five people in two adjoining rooms. One of these suites is on the ground floor for easy access. The Sun Room dining area has a unique stone fireplace, cathedral ceiling, skylights and beautiful garden views. This is a wonderful room for myriad events: rehearsal dinners, reunions, small conferences, dinner parties or just hanging out.

Outside, wander through four overflowing acres of organic gardens and lawns. Flowers bloom April through October! The Emersons now farm an additional Soup Kitchen Garden for the city of Bath. Bill created a woodland labyrinth in a nearby glen of beech trees near a swale with three woodland pools.

Watch a snowstorm while up to your neck in 87-degree water in the 12 x 38-foot indoor pool, or steam away in the outdoor seasonal hot tub, May through October, with five of your best friends. Another gathering spot is the spacious, light-filled Rec Room, where guests can enjoy classic board games, play miniature ping-pong/pool or "fooz ball," dance, or curl up with a good book.

Rise to a glorious Maine morning perhaps go for an early walk or swim before joining others for a leisurely full breakfast featuring the farm's own fresh fruit and vegetables as well as local eggs and Carol's delicious blueberry cinnamon pancakes. Scrumptious, nutritious and delicious! Then head to nearby Popham Beach State Park to bask on four miles of expansive white sand beaches. Due to shallow water, the water temperature is actually quite comfortable from late June through August. Bring a picnic lunch and stay to enjoy tidal pools at Fox Island, or surf fish for stripers. But watch your food, as the seagulls can spot a potato chip bag a mile away! We've seen tug o' wars.

Explore tidal river estuaries for the nesting sites of the Piping Plover and Least Tern, two endangered species protected here. Secluded Sea Wall Beach is a two-mile hike through balsam forests and tidal marshes where eagles (which have come back in recent years), egret, heron and kingfishers feed. Spectacular views of the beaches and Mt. Washington (75 miles away!) are a thrill!

There's a lot to do around here, or nothing to do. Sports enthusiasts will find pond and sea kayaking, inexpensive golf, tennis, bicycling, sailing, windsurfing, charter and surf fishing, and freshwater swimming. Restaurants offer everything from bistro dining to beachside "lobster shacks", all featuring water views and Maine's incomparable super fresh Lobster.

The nearby Bath/Brunswick area has a wide variety of restaurants, shops of all kinds and a variety of entertainment. Summer brings all sorts of festivals as well as Equity cast Broadway musicals at the Maine State Music Theatre. There are also classical music concerts and good old-fashioned band concerts in the parks. Theater and music play continuously at the Theatre Project, Theatre at Monmouth and the Boothbay Opera House. Local museums offer maritime lore, forts, Civil War memorabilia and Arctic artifacts. There are historic house, garden and cemetery tours along with lighthouse cruises, railroads, whale watches, nature and lobster cruises. Of course, antiquing and artists' studios are everywhere.

If you're looking for miles of lovely white sand beaches, serene ambiance and friendly service, EdgeWater Farm Bed and Breakfast is the answer. Be sure to give the Emersons plenty of notice if you're planning a summer vacation, because Midcoast Maine's cool summer breezes and peaceful environment make it very popular. Whole house rentals are available as well for weekend, five or seven days stays starting on Fridays or Sundays.