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A warm welcome awaits you at the Kilby House Inn, a recently-restored Queen Anne house, reflecting Eastport at its commercial peak in the late 19th Century.

Explore The Unique Down East Region

The most remarkable attribute of the Down East Maine area is its coastline, much of which is accessible to the public via trails. Many of our guests use our convenient location on the “Quoddy Loop” as a point from which to take day trips to West Quoddy Head State Park at Lubec, and then to Campobello Island, New Brunswick. Visit our Area Attractions page to see all there is to do in this largely untouched region, from breathtaking sea views to quaint coastal towns, to fresh local cuisine, your trip is sure to be a memorable one. At Kilby House Inn, we’ll help you plan your time so you get to explore as much as possible. 

Innkeeping in the finest Maine tradition

Built by local entrepreneur and seaman Herbert Kilby, the late-Victorian home boasts four delightful bed-chambers, each with its own individual charm and style.

The Kilby House Inn is located on Water Street, among homes of distinctive architectural styles, and affords easy walking to shops and restaurants of the historic downtown waterfront where local artists, potters and craftspeople exhibit their work.

The best of both yesterday and today

Antiques and family heirlooms, many originally belonging to the Kilby family, many others from the family of the present owner, grace the bed-chambers and common rooms on the first level. Guests enjoy the comfort of a drawing room with fireplace. and a music room with grand piano.

The Kilby House has been furnished and decorated to create a light and welcoming ambiance, reminiscent of an old Maine summer house, rather than the dark and heavy atmosphere found in many Victorian homes. View our rooms and availability.

Plan your adventure over a hearty breakfast

The Kilby House Inn offers elegant accommodations in a restful, welcoming B & B atmosphere.

In the morning our guests are treated to a full, hearty breakfast served in the elegant dining room daily at 8:00 a.m., where guests and innkeeper chat, plan daily adventures and solve world affairs! In cooler weather breakfast is often served in the country kitchen, complete with working wood-burning Canadian cookstove!

See what our happy guests say about Kilby House Inn

Our commitment to your experience shows with 122 reviews / 4.9 stars on TripAdvisor, and 5 stars on Yelp. Read more reviews here. 

  • "I've stayed at a lot of B&B's and I can say that our experience at Kilby House was excellent. Greg is a terrific host quick to offer suggestions on what to do, the history of his lovely house, etc. There are 4 rooms, plus a small apartment (incl. kitchen) in a separate building that would be excellent for a stay of several days. The rooms are good sized, very clean and decorated very nicely; plenty of books to suit any taste. Our room had a canopy bed. There are 2 big sitting rooms downstairs available for guests, plus a dining room. Greg also makes a terrific breakfast; ours was french toast, sausage, juice, plenty of fruit and good coffee. Eastport is not Freeport in terms of fancy shopping or restaurants (especially in early December), but the beauty of the Downeast Maine coast is right there, including Campobello Island within a reasonable drive. The place to stay when you are in this neck of the woods."

    Lewis H - Maine (via TripAdvisor)
  • "We spent two nights in this lovely inn. Greg, the innkeeper, was a wonderful host and chef. Our room was clean and comfortable and breakfast was divine. The rooms of the inn are full of antiques, each with their own story. It is within easy walking distance of the little downtown. Don't stay anywhere else when you are in Eastport."

    Christine Z. - Brownfield, ME (via TripAdvisor)
  • "This was a great place to stay in Eastport! (really the only place) Greg is SO knowledgable about the entire area, planning trips, history, fun quirky facts about the town. Breakfast every morning was delicious and full of great conversation. Such a charming room and very clean, Greg is very accommodating. The only thing I wish we could have done was heard Greg play the beautiful old organ in the music room, that would have really topped the stay off. Thank you for a wonderful, most enjoyable time." - Jay and Jenny

    Jenny S - New Smyrna Beach, FL (via TripAdvisor)
  • "Oh, there are other options for accommodations in Eastport--but they have to pale in comparison. This late 18th c home is so fascinating that just visiting it would have been fun, but add to that how comfortable it is, how quiet despite all the period clocks!, the fabulous breakfasts--and best of all, Greg, the innkeeper--and you just want to move in and never leave. The portrait paintings, the china, the musical instruments, the furniture--this home is a lovingly refurbished gem by a gentleman who happens to be knowledgeable about local history, local attractions, and who is a gourmet cook. I rarely bother to upload photos, but I was so taken with the presentation of breakfast (every day I stayed) that you'll find one below. Note: If possible, the food was tastier than it looks! Greg is an enjoyable person who enjoys people. The whole experience was just wonderful and took the stress out of travel. And the rates were more than reasonable, considering those breakfasts!"

    darbyoshaughnessy - Lake Village, AR (via TripAdvisor)
  • "What a beautiful inn! Greg is the best innkeeper! Everything was wonderful. The breakfasts were delicious and the presentation perfect. Greg made us laugh all weekend! He has such a personality. Greg was able to answer many questions and if he didn't have the answer, he would point us in the direction of someone who did. When we left we felt we were leaving a new friend. Thank you again Greg for making our stay perfect!"

    debsob21 - Portsmouth, NH (via TripAdvisor)
  • "Our 2 night stay at Kilby House began with Greg, the innkeeper, greeting us outside upon arrival. Antique furniture and books fill all the nooks and crannies of this well kept historic home. Cool summer night breezes blew through opened windows of the front room. A tiny but perfectly appointed bathroom served us well. Greg prepared 2 outstanding breakfasts of fresh fruit, French toast, scrambled eggs, biscuits...the works. Very satisfying start to each day! (Sadly, no pictures) Following lively conversation and Greg's recommendations, we visited the local wine bar, St Andrew's and took an awesome hike at Cutler Cove in the Western Preserve. Thanks, Greg!!"

    Laura H., San Antonio TX (via Yelp)
  • "We thoroughly enjoyed the Kilby House Inn. We stayed in the carriage house and it had everything we needed. Washer/dryer combo, good sized kitchen with fridge and dishwasher. It's within an easy walk to restaurants and shops. The bed was super comfortable and the gas wood stove added a cozy ambiance. Highly recommend!"

    Melanie B. - Huntingtown, MD (via Yelp)
  • "The house is scheduled for painting, so don't let the condition of the exterior (as of July 2021) put you off. The interior is lovely and exceptionally clean. The host is eager to be helpful and makes a wonderful breakfast."

    Monica L. - Littleton, CO (via Yelp)
  • "After a long trip in our cross country move, full of weather delays...we landed at the Kilby House Inn for a few days! While we waited to close on our home, we stayed in the private Carriage House! It's amazing! Fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, comfy bed, just SO relaxing after our journey! Greg was a wonderful host and price was very reasonable! One of the best things is that we made a new local friend! 🙂 We highly recommend staying here if you visit Eastport! Thanks, Greg!"

    Mike n Dee L. - Woodstock, GA (via Yelp)
  • "We just spent a week at the Kilby House and loved absolutely loved it. Our host, Greg is wonderful and is now a new friend. We are building in Maine, but during the process we will be back and forth from Texas and The Kilby House will be our home away from home."

    Terri C. - Arlington, TX (via Yelp)
  • "What a fantastic bed and breakfast! I cannot say enough good things about the Kilby House Inn to do it justice. It all started out with an impromptu trip to Eastport for me. There aren't too many options here, but luckily, the Kilby House Inn was recommended to me. I sent an email to Mr. Noyes, the Innkeeper (and a wonderful guy), and I got a response within the hour. To me, that's a great start. So many places I visit could learn a lot from Mr. Noyes. I travel a lot, so this was a very pleasant welcome to me. Not only was his response very informative, but he also included some personal recommendations for my travel plans, including beautiful sights that would be along the way on my drive and such. This is huge! I cannot find a way to express how exceptional this is to me. It's a big deal! Now, let's fast forward to my stay. For the first night, I stayed in a very nice room upstairs. It had a queen bed, and it's own full bathroom with a shower. Everything you could possibly need, and very comfortable. The Inn was packed that Sunday night, and I was exhausted from travel, so I turned in early. The second day, Mr. Noyes offered me his newest addition, the carriage house,for the remainder of the stay. I accepted, and stayed two nights in the carriage house. This is a separate, detached, fully equipped apartment. There is a full kitchen, washer and dryer, television, and comfortable sitting area inside. It was amazing! I couldn't be happier with this place, but the best part of the whole stay was Mr. Noyes! From the start of planning until the day I left, I really enjoyed talking to him. Such a great guy, and stories that are just great fun to hear. All in all, this is the Only place I would ever consider staying at if I visit Eastport again. Honestly, I may just come back someday to visit Mr. Noyes! Haha. If you read this much, stop wasting your time searching. Send an email, or give him a call. Let your experience begin. I am sure it will be just as exceptional as mine. Also, I am not paid for, or obligated to write this review. This is my honest unbiased review, and I am sticking to it!"

    Douglas W. - Costa Mesa, CA (via Yelp)
  • "The Kilby House Inn is a charming place to stay in Eastport. It's within walking distance of anywhere one would like to visit. The downstairs are furnished with period-correct pieces, while the upstairs bedrooms are large for a B&B. Our bathroom was unusually large as well. Greg, the owner, is knowledgable about the surrounding areas and even gave us his atlas to use as we traveled yesterday."

    Pete S. - Detroit, MI (via Yelp)
  • "My wife and I stayed 2 nights in August. The room was wonderful, beautiful furniture, modern spacious shower, breakfast was delicious ! The other guests were entertaining to talk to at breakfast including the Maine couple who drove a VW across Europe in the 1960's and sold it when they reached India but had to drive to Katmandu to import it first. You don't get this at Motel 6. Greg was a good cook, and good host.He sent us to Campobello (we wanted to go anyway) Then he sent us to Back Bay New Brunswick, using 2 ferry's and on to St Andrews New Brunswick. Thanks!"

    Dan S. - Topsfield, MA (via Yelp)
  • "Greg was an excellent host. He made a breakfast to die for, accommodating four different people's dietary restrictions. (One of us was allergic to eggs, one of us only ate eggs, one of us was vegetarian, and one of us was diabetic). The menu was diverse with French toast, eggs, lots of fruit, ham, bacon, biscuits with butter and jam, etc. The rooms are extremely clean and there are books galore to choose from for entertainment. I wish I could have stayed an extra week to just relax around the Victorian era home. He cleaned the rooms daily and provided soap, shampoo, hair dryer, etc. GREAT PLACE to stay in Eastport area and he honored the federal per diem rate, and tax exemption status, as we were on work travel. Make sure you check the downtown out and eat at Quoddy Bay Lobster Company. It closes by 6pm though, like most places in town. There is a great little coffee shop nearby and lots of little shops to peruse during the day, and whale watching tours from local windjammers shop (daily at 11ish). Everything is walking distance from Kilby House Inn, a little slice of Maine heaven."

    Katie H. - Lexington, KY (via Yelp)
  • "Absolutely beautiful little B&B, directly across from the water. Our host was sweet, kind and funny. Great recommendations of places to see and visit in the area. Breakfast was delicious. Great stay in a beautiful quiet little seaside town."

    Jeannie M - Hebron, KY (via Yelp)
  • "10/10 would recommend! We stayed in the "cottage house" to the back of the b&b and it was incredible. The interior was beautiful (wood paneling) and it was outfitted with a full kitchen, washer/dryer, and back porch. Only complaints are minor: small bathroom and uncomfortable couch, but those are no reason not to stay! The walking distance from downtown is incredible, we didn't have to get in our car to go anywhere in Eastport!"

    Anna B. - Cohoes, NY (via Yelp)
  • "Tastefully decorated, clean, comfortable, and quiet B&B. Delicious home cooked breakfast shared with interesting and friendly guests. Greg, the owner was informative about the area and a terrific host. I look forward to staying here again."
    Karen M. - Newcastle, ME (via Yelp)

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