James Place Inn Bed and Breakfast
"Perfect-5.0 downtown B&B with a jacuzzi in the Green room, gourmet breakfasts, and owner-innkeepers Bill and Mary Ann."
About The Hotel
From $304/night — a perfect-5.0 B&B that guests return to year after year. James Place Inn is a downtown couples’ destination run by innkeepers Bill and Mary Ann Hinko, beloved for their gourmet cooked-to-order breakfasts (blueberry pancakes, maple sausage, fresh scones) and the jacuzzi-equipped Green room. The small inn sits on a quiet Holbrook Street side street just off Main Street, with a warm fire pit, free parking at the door, and a five-star reputation for genuine hospitality. Repeat guests book a year ahead.
What Guests Are Saying
“This was such an amazing bed and breakfast. The host was so very accommodating our last minute spur of the moment trip. My husband and I rented the room with the Jacuzzi in it for a little romantic getaway, to soak and relax. It was perfect. Breakfast the next morning was phenomenal. A full spread of blueberry pancakes, fresh fruit, yogurt, granola, muffins, coffee, and juice. Absolutely perfect for a getaway and so very much exactly what we needed to refresh and refuel ourselves.” — Passport17599017398, 5 stars
“We stayed in the Green room and it was perfect. The jacuzzi is amazing. The room is clean and they don’t have any heavy fragrances like you find in some rentals. We will certainly stay again.” — Christopher C., 5 stars
“We enjoyed a thoroughly delightful long weekend at the James Place Inn during Freeport Fall Festival weekend. With Main Street just steps from the Inn, it was so convenient to explore the town, shops and festivals. Our 2nd floor room was quiet, cozy and clean, with comfortable beds. Common areas are equally cozy, with a sunny breakfast room and outdoor area if the weather is warm enough to enjoy the lovely breakfast selections al fresco. Innkeeper Bill does the cooking and we loved his daily selections, from blueberry waffles and maple sausage to a yummy brussels sprout potato hash. Fresh fruit and just-baked scones were also included each day. Bill and Mary Ann Hinko are kind and attentive hosts who even volunteered to provide transportation if needed. The outdoor fire pit was a great spot to share a bottle of wine in the evening. Highly recommend and would visit again!” — Elke M., 5 stars
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Perfect 5.0 rating with flawless location and service scores
- Jacuzzi in the Green room for romantic after-shopping soaks
- Gourmet cooked-to-order breakfasts daily (blueberry pancakes, waffles, fresh fruit)
- Warm, genuine owner-hosts (Bill & Mary Ann) with an outdoor fire pit
- Walk to L.L.Bean, outlet shops, and restaurants with free parking
Cons:
- Premium B&B pricing from $304/night
- Small inn with limited rooms — books far ahead
- Aimed at couples rather than families or large groups
The Location
James Place Inn is on Holbrook Street, a quiet side street just steps off Main Street in downtown Freeport. Walk to L.L.Bean, outlet shops, and restaurants; Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park is minutes away. Free parking sits right by the door. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.
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Guest reviews
What guests are saying about James Place Inn Bed and Breakfast.
"This was our 6th time staying at James Place Inn and it has been wonderful each time. The breakfast is always great (fresh made scones are a highlight!), room is always clean, and walking convenience to downtown cannot be beat, while still being on a quiet side road. They have always been accommodating to our children who were only 2 and 4 during our first stay several years ago. I can't imagine going anywhere else in Freeport!"
— Kayla Burgess
View on Google"We were gifted a stay at The James Place Inn as a wedding present, and it could not have been more perfect. We stayed in the Green Room, which has its own hot tub, and absolutely loved it. The accommodations were cozy, comfortable, and felt like home. Bill and MaryAnn, the owners, are truly wonderful people. MaryAnn is such a gracious host, and Bill is an exceptional cook and prepared us breakfast every morning and even took care to meet all of our dietary needs. James Place Inn is also in a fantastic location, just a short walk to Main Street in Freeport with tons of outlets and the biggest L.L.Bean I’ve ever seen. We tried Linda Bean’s restaurant nearby; I highly recommend the blueberry BBQ wings and the lobster rangoon dip! Plus, Portland is only about a 20-minute drive away, so we caught a Sea Dogs game and enjoyed lobster rolls and tacos at The Porthole. This stay was truly memorable, and I already know I’ll be coming back again and again. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!"
— Erika Brown
View on Google"We greatly enjoyed our one-night stay. Breakfast was great and the location made it possible to walk everywhere that we wanted to go in the main part of Freeport. We stayed in the Pine Room which is simply lovely. The only suggestions we have for improvement would be to put a small shelf in the bathroom to set toiletries on and to put coffee out with the tea and hot cocoa so guests can grab a cup before breakfast. We did (of course) get that early cup of coffee simply by asking. We definitely would return. The proprietors and staff were all super sweet."
— Deborah Young
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