The Island Inn
The Island Inn sits atop a bluff looking west over Monhegan harbor toward the ocean and in the evening it provides a perfect location to view the dramatic sunsets and the magnificent colors that accompany them. Monhegan is located 10 miles off the coast of Maine at latitude 43 degrees 46 minutes and longitude 69 degrees 19 minutes.
The main building dates from 1816, when it was known as the Pink House, and then extended in 1907 to satisfy the need of the increasing number of visitors to Monhegan. It was extended again in 1910 to form the Island Inn as it is seen today. Its architecture represents a classic turn of the century style of summer hotel much reproduced in the early part of the 20th century but rarely found today. The Pierce Cottage, which sits on the meadow road and looks toward the lighthouse, with beautiful views of the island, was added to the property in 1924 by the Tribler sisters who took over the Inn that year from Frank Pierce who purchased the Pink House in 1906 and began the story of the Island Inn.
An extensive program of renovation has taken place over the last number of years to upgrade all the interior spaces, adding private bathrooms, refurnishing all the rooms and suites but at the same time maintaining a sympathetic period style. The rooms have painted floors, original pieces of antique oak furniture and extremely comfortable new beds with down duvets and crisp white linens. The Inn respects a more simple way of life and no telephones or televisions are provided in the accommodations.
Only the ground floor of the main building is heated but the Pierce Cottage has a new system which keeps the rooms snug at either end of the season.
In order to make your stay more comfortable we suggest that you bring a great pair of walking shoes or hiking boots, binoculars, a flashlight, a windbreaker and sweater, your camera and a spare battery, and thermal underwear for the cooler ends of the season!
We look forward to your visit and can assure you of a great time.
Facts
- Owners
Philip L. Truelove
Howard G. Weilbacker - Innkeeper
Krista Lisajus - Accommodations
32 Rooms and Suites – see Accommodations and Rates. - Cancellation
14 days for all changes – groups min. 30 days. - Check In
Luggage will be held for early arrivals. - Check Out
10:30AM – luggage will be held for late departures. - Children
All ages welcomed. - Communications
Complimentary Wireless Internet.
Please note the following.
Telephones: Although not provided in the rooms, a telephone is available in the Lobby. A phone card is required and they are available at the Front Desk.
Internet: Hi-Speed Wireless Internet is provided throughout the property and plug in points (Ethernet or telephone modem) are provided on the ground floor of the main building for use with your own equipment. Hand held devices should receive emails but are not always able to send them.
Cell Phones: This should improve in the near future but please do not presume that your service will operate – it is spotty at best! - Electricity
Produced on island and very expensive! For this reason we are unable to provide air conditioning, elevators or any electrical appliances such as hairdryers, fans or fridges. - Heat
Summer buildings in Maine tend not to be heated however we do have heat in the Pierce Cottage and the public sitting rooms of the main building. - Length of Stay
Minimums may apply. - Meals
Available to our guests and to the public:
Breakfast: Full Buffet Breakfast included in the rate for accommodation.
Lunch: Available at the Barnacle.
Dinner: A la Carte menu served in the Dining Room. - Medical Service
Not available on island. - Picnics
Sandwiches, baked goods, beverages and lots of other goodies are available at The Barnacle. - Pets
We love pets but sadly are unable to accommodate them. - Refrigerator
Available for guest use. - Smoking
Not permitted inside the buildings or outside the village area. - Wine and Beer
A wide selection of wine and beer is available at the Barnacle