5th Annual Camden Classics Cup
The Camden Classics Cup is back for the 5th year. One of the most beautiful regattas, as it takes place where the “mountains meet the sea”; there is fun both on and off-shore for all to be had and it benefits Lifeflight of Maine. The event is held over three days, and there’s a youth […]
Our 4 Favorite Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoe Trails
Make Camden your destination for outdoor adventure this winter! While downhill skiing and snowboarding can be a thrilling way to spend your day, we also love slowing down the pace to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Check out our favorite cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails below and start planning your winter getaway to our luxury bed […]
Belted Galloway Cows – A Camden Tradition
Saturday, May 8th, Aldermere Farm will open its barnyard to the public during Calf Unveiling Day to introduce the newest members of Aldermere’s Belted Galloway herd. Sign up for a behind-the-scenes tour of Aldermere Farm and visit with the newly born Belted Galloway calves. This is your chance to see Aldermere’s 4-H club in action! […]
Maine Maple Sunday
Once again, the sweetest time of year is upon Maine! Maine Maple Sunday is back on March 27th and 28th, 2021. Each of the almost 100 participating sugarhouses offer different events and activities including tours of the sap lines and demonstrations of sap boiling; tastes of culinary delights of all things maple, from pancakes to […]
Our Winter Deals are Newsworthy
Fodor’s Travel and Budget Travel published their picks for unique winter deals and we are proud to say that we topped both lists! From our cozy, two-night Winter Play Your Way deal to our Icelandic Horse Trail-Riding Adventure, the press considers the Hartstone Inn to be THE winter destination at which to stay, dine, and […]
Cajun-Seared Tenderloin of Beef with Oven-Roasted Tomatoes and Bleu Cheese
Recipe serves 4 Main Ingredients 6 plum tomatoes 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Four 6-ounce beef filets 2 Tablespoons olive oil 4 teaspoons Cajun spice mix (recipe below) 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter 1 small red onion, sliced thinly 1/2 batch […]
Cranberry and White Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Makes 25 cookies Ingredients 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup vegetable shortening 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup quick cooking oats 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup white chocolate chunks (pea size) 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1/2 cup cashew halves Instructions Preheat the […]
Butternut Squash Soup with a Nutmeg Cream
Ingredients (serves 8) 2 1/2 pounds butternut squash, skin and seeds removed, roughly cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 medium carrots, peeled and roughly cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 Tablespoons canola oil 2 medium-sized yellow onions, peeled and roughly cut 1 stalk celery, roughly cut 1 1/2 quarts chicken stock 1 bay leaf 1/4 teaspoon […]
Potato and Apple Pancakes with Smoked Salmon
Ingredients 1 pound red potatoes, peeled 1 medium yellow onion, peeled 1 medium Granny Smith apple, unpeeled, quartered and cored 2 large eggs 2 scallions, green part only, finely chopped 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Canola oil (for frying) 4 ounces sour cream 2 Tablespoons chopped red […]
11 Things To Do In Midcoast Maine
11 Things to do in Midcoast Maine Tourism is one of the largest industries in the state of Maine. That means there is never a shortage of things to do; for both visitors and residents alike! We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 activities that we think our guests would love, in no particular […]