| 5 miles from downtown freeport, and 13. set near i-295, this casual, family-run hotel is 3. the simple, cozy quarters have en suite bathrooms and come with minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers, plus flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. continental breakfast and parking are complimentary, and there's a wood-panelled lounge with a fireplace. suites adds kitchenettes and a separate living room. 5 miles from the old port in portland
Portland International Jetport 24 min
Mackworth Island (18 min)
Ocean & city views from a trail along the island's shoreline, plus sightings of ospreys & sea birds. Portland Observatory (16 min)
Seasonal tours of the only remaining wooden maritime signal tower (built circa 1807) in the U.S. Recreation Department (12 min) Desert of Maine (7 min)
Landmark desert area providing a 1783 barn museum, narrated tours, nature trails & a picnic area. Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse (26 min)
Historic caisson-style lighthouse constructed on a rocky breakwater in 1897, open year-round. Pineland Farms (18 min)
Working farm with gardens & quaint accommodation, plus a market & cafe selling produce grown onsite. Bradbury Mountain State Park (14 min)
Small, glacial mountain with camping, plus trails shared by hikers, horses, bikes & snowmobiles. Allagash Brewing Company (19 min)
Belgian-style beer maker with guided tours, plus a taproom & gift shop with rustic-industrial decor. Casco Bay (46 min)
Gulf of Maine inlet with classic New England scenery like lobster boats & multiple lighthouses. Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad (18 min)
Coastal rides in a quaint old train, with ocean views & a conductor providing historical info. Bailey Island (42 min)
Coastal destination with walking trails & sandy beaches, plus charming inns & restaurants. Orr's Island (37 min) Bug Light (41 min)
Designed after a Greek monument, this small lighthouse features harbor views & an adjacent park. Peaks Island (53 min)
Mellow Casco Bay island with small-town charm, bike & kayak rentals, museums & historic sites. Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park (16 min)
Park composed of woodland, estuary & rocky coast, known for guided nature walks & osprey-watching. | 
