Elms Of Camden

About The Hotel

From $287/night, The Elms of Camden is a superb 4.9-rated Colonial home with a perfect 5.0 service score. Innkeepers Gary and James have maintained the home’s original 19th-century finishes while adding comfort and luxury. Rooms are antique-filled and refined; the converted blacksmith-shop cottages are especially spacious. Breakfasts are gourmet and consistently named the best guests have had in New England. A 10-minute walk puts you at the village edge rather than right downtown, but that trade-off brings a quieter setting and a more intimate scale. The property reflects premium B&B pricing.

What Guests Are Saying

“Stunning Colonial home with nearly all the interior design and finishes original. My wife and I stayed in the former blacksmith shop, converted to 2 very large and cozy rooms, with an outside patio area to enjoy. Incredibly comfortable (one of us almost couldn’t get out of bed in time for breakfast). Speaking of which, I need to add that The Elms is where we had the best gourmet breakfast of our entire 2 weeks touring New England! Thank you Gary and James!” — Danville K., 5 stars

“We stayed 3 nights at this lovely inn and thoroughly enjoyed it. The inn itself and the rooms are charming, James & Gary are outstanding hosts and breakfast was a treat! Many thoughtful touches. It is a 10 minute walk to the center of Camden. We will certainly stay here again. Thank you James and Gary!” — 370Gardener, 5 stars

“Gary and James are wonderful innkeepers and this historic home was a perfect stay. After suffering several nights on rock hard hotel mattresses it was heaven to sink into the luxury of a high end mattress in the Dahlia Room. Kudus to Gary for a delicious breakfast as well. Loved the village of Camden and would highly recommend.” — Kip F., 5 stars

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Historic Colonial home with largely original interior finishes and character
• Gourmet cooked breakfasts repeatedly named best of New England trips
• Gracious innkeepers Gary and James with perfect 5.0 service score
• Converted blacksmith-shop rooms are large and comfortable with patios
• High-end mattresses and thoughtful details throughout; free parking

Cons:

• Rates reflect a premium B&B experience
• 10-minute walk to the village center (not steps away)
• Small inn with limited rooms; book well ahead

The Location

On Elm Street (Route 1) in the historic inn district, about a 10-minute walk to downtown Camden and the harbor. Camden Hills State Park and Mount Battie are minutes away by car. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.