Penley House Bed & Breakfast
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The Penley House is a restored Queen Anne Victorian built in 1889 and is located in the Historic District of Auburn Maine. It is centrally located to restaurants, entertainment, ski resorts, golf courses and Bates College. Lewiston/Auburn area events include the Great Falls Balloon Festival, The Dempsey Challenge, the Greek Festival and Winter Fest at Lost Valley Ski Resort.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
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Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Clothes rack
Iron
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Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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Romantic
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English
Location
233 Main St, Auburn, ME 04210-5833
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Somewhat walkable
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Penley House is a treasure and delight! This is a restored home of the former Mayor of Auburn Maine, which the owners spent six years restoring to the original plans. The breakfast room / tea room takes your breath away. There are beautiful details all throughout the house, including the original stained glass window at the base of the stairs, and lovely antiques. It is a short walk to the Androscoggin River and the walking trail that loops over a pedestrian bridge to the Lewiston side. I saw a bald eagle soaring last year! Penley House only has four guest rooms, which have high ceilings, and gorgeous decor. The bed is so comfortable, and the breakfasts are delicious. Plus a big closet, which is not always the case in historic B&Bs. The kitchen is modernized, gleams and shines. Theresa Smith accommodates special diets as well. The location is only 12 miles from the Monmouth Shakespeare Theater (summer repertory - 4 plays!), a short walk from the Community Little Theater (which performs summer musicals), around the corner from the Foss Mansion (Women's Literary Union) and less than 2 miles from Bates College. I have stayed there seven times, and go back every summer! Please visit Orphan Annie's Antiques, the local parks and sights, a specialty chocolate shop, all a short distance from Penley House!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip:Â If you come in August, you can see all four plays at "Theater at Monmouth" in the same week. just...
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Penley House was beautiful, tastefully decorated throughout. Theresa and her daughter are obviously gifted decorator/designers. The rooms were immaculate and comfortable, and everything we needed was provided, including toothbrushes in case we needed them. We were welcome to use the downstairs parlour to chat and socialize. Breakfast was excellent. We felt at home, and would love to go back. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I was traveling through New England with a Food Travel Writer this year and we were in Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine eating and staying in a variety of locations. By far THIS Inn was the most interesting! Such amazing history, decor, hosts, location and charm. I stayed in the turret room pictured and it was stunning. Remember to ask the host to show you the former Carriage House.
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip:Â The bed is quite tall so if you are short expect the climb up quite a lot to a wonderfully...
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Theresa clearly does all she can to ensure your stay is comfortable. The rooms are spacious -- ours had a walk-in closet! Breakfasts were delicious.
It's easy to get to and has an adjacent parking lot. You can walk to a couple bars/restaurants or take the walking bridge to Lewiston to restaurants there.
It's easy to get to and has an adjacent parking lot. You can walk to a couple bars/restaurants or take the walking bridge to Lewiston to restaurants there.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Even though I arrived fairly light. Teresa was there to great and knew who I was. The bedroom and bathroom were extremely well maintained and kept impeccably well maintained. The bedroom and hall had reading materials, toiletries. Coffees and even a few small snacks! The common areas are also immaculate and it is obvious that great pride is taken in every aspect of the operation!
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Travelled solo
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What a wonderful experience. I am moving away from the chain hotels for a more fulfilling experience during business travel. Teresa, the proprietor, was a delight. She accommodated late arrival, had bottled water available at all times and the breakfast was fabulous. She even prepared me fruit to-go when I needed to depart at 5 am. The Hunter Room was gorgeous and the bathroom so comfortable!! Cleanliness was perfect! Make this your pick for a stay in the area. I will definitely return.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Travelled on business
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I highly recommend this B&B if you find yourself in Auburn/Lewiston. My title says it all for me--the quality of everything, from the beds, the sheets and towels to the breakfast, is all high quality (more so than in most of the much higher priced inns we've stayed in), and it's clear that thought and effort go into their choice, and generally the way the place is run. It's also a bit of living history, like you're actually a guest in someone's house in a bygone era. My husband and I only stayed one night on a road trip from elsewhere in Maine, but we were very impressed.
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We were attending the annual Hot Air Balloon Festival and stayed at the Penley House Bed & Breakfast on Saturday night. We arrived at about 3:00 PM and were greeted by the hostess and shown to our room. She explain the keys and told us when breakfast was served. We told her that we may be leaving earlier than breakfast was served. She told us she would be up and make accommodations so we could have breakfast before we left. The Penley House is on Main St. in Auburn a short walk from the Auburn out door stage where bands were playing all weekend. A short walk in the other direction there is a foot bridge across the river where the majority of the events and the balloon launches happen. After the Sunday morning balloon launch
we returned to Penley House about 7:20 to pack up, check out. The hostess was bustling around the dining room. She encouraged us to stay for breakfast so we stayed. The coffee, juice and fresh fruit we already out and she cooked up some French Toast. We were on the road by 8:00. They couldn't have been more friendly and accommodating. Very pleasant stay.
we returned to Penley House about 7:20 to pack up, check out. The hostess was bustling around the dining room. She encouraged us to stay for breakfast so we stayed. The coffee, juice and fresh fruit we already out and she cooked up some French Toast. We were on the road by 8:00. They couldn't have been more friendly and accommodating. Very pleasant stay.
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This was a very good choice for us to make and pretty much at random! Two couples stayed here the end of June and we all found the house amazing! We were comfortable, had room to sit together and watch TV in the parlor and Theresa served us very good if not excellent breakfasts! We stayed three nights and truly enjoyed it. We could even use the backyard area and small pool.
Theresa was more than accommodating to our schedule and adding a guest or just for breakfast. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Theresa was more than accommodating to our schedule and adding a guest or just for breakfast. We truly enjoyed our stay.
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Date of stay: June 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip:Â All rooms are very nice but several have unattached bathrooms. Check website.
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The Penley House is first class in every way. The hostess is gracious, the accommodations are outstanding, and the breakfast wonderful. It just doesn’t get any better! All in all, a wonderful place to spend the evening.
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Date of stay: November 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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"The bed is quite tall so if you are short expect the climb up quite a lot to a wonderfully restful sleep."Read full review
"If you come in August, you can see all four plays at "Theater at Monmouth" in the same week. just a short distance from Penley House."Read full review
"We enjoyed the Hunter bedroom-has the original bathroom just outside the door (not shared).Appears all rooms are quite lovely-no bad choices"Read full review
PRICE RANGE
C$233 - C$234 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United StatesMaineAuburn
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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Frequently Asked Questions about Penley House Bed & Breakfast
Which popular attractions are close to Penley House Bed & Breakfast?
Nearby attractions include Maine Mill (0.6 km), Veteran's Park (0.6 km), and The Public Theatre (1.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Penley House Bed & Breakfast?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Penley House Bed & Breakfast?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Penley House Bed & Breakfast?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Penley House Bed & Breakfast?
Conveniently located restaurants include Fish Bones Grill, DaVinci's Eatery, and Orchid Lewiston.
Is Penley House Bed & Breakfast located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.5 km away from the centre of Auburn.