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P.O. Box 1216
44 Freeman Street
York Beach, Maine  03910

The Candleshop Inn, York Beach, Maine, circa 1896 

The living room features a “wood stove” making this room the perfect place to relax with a cup of tea when it’s a little chilly outdoors. Beyond is the library with vcr/dvd, videos, games, books, and a children’s corner. Click on the images above to go to see our Common Areas.

View Our Japanese Healing Garden

Open Year-Round

Ocean Views
Walk to Short Sands Beach

Home-Cooked
Vegetarian Breakfasts

Smoke-free, Pet-free Environment

Children Are Always Welcomed

Therapeutic Massage, Aromatherapy
and Reiki by Appointment

The Candleshop Inn Bed and Breakfast and Holistic Retreat Center, overlooking the sparkling blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean, is just a short walk to Short Sands Beach in York Beach, Maine. Pictured in the background of our pages is Short Sand Beach, the beach you can walk to from the Inn. Each of our 10 guest rooms is unique and comfortably decorated, accommodating two to five people in twin, double and/or king beds (please see Room Descriptions for details). Five rooms offer stunning ocean views.

     Each morning you'll be treated to a sumptuous homemade buffet style vegetarian breakfast prepared by Innkeeper Barbara Sheff and her staff. We will tailor breakfast to meet special dietary needs (including gluten-free and vegan diets). [At right, some recent guests, Phyllis Hibbard and Pat Bacon, enjoy their breakfast al fresco, on our front porch.]

     We welcome families, children of all ages, solo travelers, and couples looking for a beach-side adventure or a quiet escape. While you are here consider having a body treatment (massage, aromatherapy, or Reiki). What better way to nourish your soul than to relieve the body of stress. To ensure that you have the appointment you desire, please discuss your preferences with Barbara in advance of your arrival.

Nourishment for your entire being
through our tranquil, small-inn atmosphere,
warm hospitality, and
hearty vegetarian breakfasts.

    Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise at York Beach. If you like to practice Yoga, you may do so on our large outdoor deck or at the beach. If you like to meditate, center yourself in the Japanese Meditation Garden or ask Barbara for directions to the "secret beach". After breakfast, relax on the front porch or take the short walk to York Beach's downtown Main Street with its many shops and restaurants. Or spend the day at Short Sands Beach with its adjacent playground and Bandstand. Nearby are a number of other beaches.

    York Beach is truly a family destination in the beautiful southern Maine area. The quaint "downtown" area of York Beach offers seasonal gift shops, restaurants, a family arcade and more ... all within walking distance. Other areas of interest including York Beach, York Harbor, York, Cape Neddick, and Ogunquit.

    Enjoy a totally smoke-free environment at Candleshop Bed & Breakfast Inn and Holistic Retreat Center. Here you can nourish your entire being amid our tranquil small-inn atmosphere and fuel your body with our hearty vegetarian breakfasts.

    We welcome family reunions, celebrations, and private retreats. Enjoy a totally smoke-free environment at Candleshop Bed & Breakfast Inn and Holistic Retreat Center in York, Maine. Children are welcomed; no pets, please.

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