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Waldo Emerson Inn

3.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast in Kennebunk with free breakfast
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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LYMAN (King)
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Library
BOURNE (Queen) | Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
108 Summer St, Kennebunk, ME, 04043
  • Wedding Cake House
    3 min walk
  • Kennebunkport Harbor
    4 min drive
  • Dock Square
    4 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    28 min drive

Room options

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WALDO’S RETREAT (Queen)

WALDO’S RETREAT (Queen)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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SWEET HAVEN (King)

SWEET HAVEN (King)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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KINGSBURY (Queen)

KINGSBURY (Queen)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for RALPH'S LIBRARY (Queen)

RALPH'S LIBRARY (Queen)

RALPH'S LIBRARY (Queen)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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LYMAN (King)

LYMAN (King)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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BOURNE (Queen)

BOURNE (Queen)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Kennebunk

At Waldo Emerson Inn you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Wedding Cake House and within 20 minutes of Kennebunk Dog Park. Highlights at this Colonial B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, free use of bicycles and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Kennebunk B&B, attractions include Engine and Ogunquit Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Wedding Cake House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Dock Square - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Gooch's Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Kennebunk Beach - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Blue - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Waldo Emerson Inn

Colonial bed & breakfast in Kennebunk with free breakfast
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Waldo Emerson Inn. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Waldo Emerson Inn was completed in January 2020.

This 3-star Kennebunk bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1753
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
Waldo Emerson Inn offers 6 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include dressing gowns, designer toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1753
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40.00
Late check-in fee: USD 40.00 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 40.00 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Waldo Emerson Inn
Waldo Emerson Inn Kennebunk
Waldo Emerson Kennebunk
Waldo Inn
Waldo Emerson Hotel
Waldo Emerson Inn Bed And Breakfast Kennebunk, Maine
The Waldo Emerson Inn
Waldo Emerson Inn Kennebunk
Waldo Emerson Inn Bed & breakfast
Waldo Emerson Inn Bed & breakfast Kennebunk

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Waldo Emerson Inn?

Waldo Emerson Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Waldo Emerson Inn?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waldo Emerson Inn on 25 Nov 2024 start from AU$397.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Waldo Emerson Inn?

Yep, Waldo Emerson Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Waldo Emerson Inn?

The closest beach to Waldo Emerson Inn is Ogunquit Beach (15.8 km).

Does Waldo Emerson Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, free full brekkie is served daily between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waldo Emerson Inn?

No, Waldo Emerson Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waldo Emerson Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waldo Emerson Inn?

Dogs are welcome at Waldo Emerson Inn, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

Waldo Emerson Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 318 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 318 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 318 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 318 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 318 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, wonderful host Amelia, great breakfast! The attention to detail was superior. Fantastic B&B will absolutely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Historic Inn in Kennebunk, ME
My wife and I had a delightful time at the historic Waldo Emerson Inn. The back half was built in 1753 and the front half in the 1780, yet this historic home had all the conveniences of the modern world: snug windows, heated bathroom floor, and easy to control heatng. The B&B was originally the home of the great-uncle of Ralph Waldo Emerson. One of our favorite times were breakfast. Amelia, our hostess, is a great cook and so much fun to be around. While we stayed 11 days, the variety of breakfasts never ceased. We would gladly stay there again. In fact, we are looking forward to it.
Guest lounge with soft drinks and wine
Guest Livingroom with cookies
Fireplace
Kitchen and breakfast room
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax and wind down. The innkeepers where excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owners are a great couple. Friendly and enjoyable to visit with. Everything about our stay was first class. Very fun two day stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

J.

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Innkeepers Amelia and Ron and their assistant Michael couldn't have been nicer and more attentive and accommodating. It was the most pleasant experience we had the whole time in Maine. The food was delicious, thoughtful and plentiful. We can't wait to go back to this inn!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Lake Worth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts Amelia and Ron were exceptional - very warm, friendly and welcoming. They ensured there was everything one would need to make your stay comfortable. The Waldo Emerson B&B was exquisite and quaint. Each morning we were served a hot breakfast which was plated and customized to whatever your dietary needs are. Very thoughtful touches and consideration from the hosts. We would most definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing property with an amazing host and staff! Convenient to downtown shopping & restaurants, and also wonderful to return to nice and quiet surroundings. Easy access to the beach, highways to do some sight-seeing. Breakfast was AMAZING every day! The room was very comfy and plenty of room to move around. Great spot for dog owners...our Tucker loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was small and the shower was very small. Breakfast was good and the owner was very pleasant and friendly, but there was no room services, reason Covid-19. Stayed July 2021.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were extremely kind, attentive and informative. The breakfasts were wonderful. Our room was nice, clean and comfortable. It faced a relatively busy road and was noisy in the early am. We are very early risers so weren’t too disturbed but late risers may want to book a room in the back section of the inn. Very nice place with interesting history and close drive to Kennebunkport.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
top rate
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Had an amazing stay at the Waldo Emerson inn staff was incredibly friendly and made you feel like family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carole, Virginia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Waldo Emerson Inn is a fascinating look at history, dating from the mid-1700s. Our room was lovely, the host was wonderfully friendly and helpful during our stay, and the breakfasts were delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the company.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very very quaint and beautiful! The inn keeper greeted us and gave us a brief history of the end. Our room was charming and clean. Breakfast in the morning was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must see, must stay!
We decided on a last minute trip to see family that was staying in Kennebunkport and were so lucky to see that a room was open at the Waldo Emerson Inn. Hana 1 and Hana 2 were amazing hostesses during our entire stay. I have dietary restrictions and they were so thoughtful to make sure I had plenty for breakfast, including GF french toast - they even made me some GF cookies one night! The inn is beautiful, quaint, and homey. The beds are comfortable and the Comphy sheets are luxuriously soft. We cannot wait for our next trip to Maine - we will most definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heriberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Time
Excellent time at the B&B. Staff was amazing, food was phenomenal, in a perfect location. Can’t wait to stay again. It was like visiting family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful old historic home. Always interesting to see how they renovate those old homes to accommodate inn customers.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful experience. Room was super clean and beautiful. Breakfast was sumptuous. Inn keeper was lovely and throughly knowledgeable. Even helped us with directions to all the “to dos” to ensure that we truly had a memorable time! Highly recommend! Will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious Breakfast, comfortable bed, luxurious linens, very hospitable and gracious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

LNS, Lincoln, MA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magical
Amazing! The charm, staff, food, and service are amazing. For a little getaway, you can’t beat the charm of this place. Please don’t stay in a charectorless chain, this place brings a magic spark that enhances the charm and splendor of the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Pensacola, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and conveniently located
I stayed here for the Prelude. The friendliness of the staff made all the guest comfortable. Beautifully decorated for the holidayd
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Macman, Charleston, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good B&B in great location.
The couple that own and run the inn are warm and welcoming. They leave the door open and attach a note welcoming guests if they are not available to greet guests as they arrive. They serve a wonderful breakfast that is shared with the other guests at a large table for ten. Bathrooms and shower are small, but to be expected in a house as old as this one built in 1753.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bob, Fayetteville NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Real Treasure
John and Kathy have worked very hard to put the inn in excellent condition. The wooden floors are a sight to behold. John puts on a breakfast which is second to none. Hope they don't retire soon!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic setting
This historic setting affords comfort, warmth, excellent breakfast, good conversation, friendly and helpful hosts and close proximity to dining and the water.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017