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Spruce Point Inn Promotes DOS Cindy Mastrella to General Manager

Boothbay Harbor, Maine (January 30, 2012) – Spruce Point Inn (www.sprucepointinn.com), the 85-room resort located on 57 waterfront acres at the entrance to Boothbay Harbor, Maine announces the promotion of Cindy Mastrella, Director of Sales, to General Manager. As GM she will be responsible for managing the daily operations of the historic Inn, classic cottages, contemporary guestroom lodges and townhouses as well as three restaurants, the Spa and 12,000 sq. ft. of meeting and banquet space.

Cindy Mastrella joined Spruce Point Inn in 2005 as Director of Sales, bringing 27 years of experience in the hospitality industry to her position. She began her career working in full service restaurants while going to college and subsequently advanced professionally in the industry as Dining Room Supervisor, Catering Manager, Director of Catering Sales, Group Sales Manager, Director of Hotel Sales and Director of Sales & Marketing, working at a number of flagged properties, including Marriott, Hilton, and Sheraton brands.

“We are delighted to announce the promotion of Cindy Mastrella as General Manager of Spruce Point Inn,” said Angelo DiGiulian, owner/innkeeper for Spruce Point Inn. “When Cindy began her hotel career in the late 70s, she realized it was her passion and she has brought that passion to the industry, and to Spruce Point Inn, ever since. Her 30+ years of experience and expertise in revenue management, sales, budgeting, operations, systems development, training, forecasting, troubleshooting and food and  beverage operations are an invaluable asset to us at Spruce Point Inn and we are proud to express the value of her professionalism, leadership and passion by promoting her to General Manager.”

Cindy served on the Greater Portland Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors through December 2011 and is immediate past President of the Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce. She lives in Boothbay Harbor.

About Spruce Point Inn (www.sprucepointinn.com)

In operation for more than 100 years, Spruce Point Inn is a distinctive and historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of the summer community and a backdrop for delightful “oceanside memories made in Maine.” Located in the seafaring village of Boothbay Harbor, Maine (an hour north of Portland) and situated on 57 acres of stunning oceanfront and sheltering pine forest, the Inn is a retreat of 56 modern rooms in eight lodges, 5 classic cottages, 9 Main Inn rooms and suites, and 4 townhouses. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made the Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events. For reservations, call 800-553-0289 or visit www.sprucepointinn.com 

Spruce Point Inn Burnishes History and Décor for 2012 Maine Coast Summer Season

Enhances Historic Inn, Classic Cottages, Modern Lodge Rooms, Townhomes and Grounds

Boothbay Harbor, Maine (January 20, 2012) - Anticipating strong demand from guests who made Spruce Point Inn the top hotel in Boothbay on TripAdvisor, innkeepers Angelo Digiulian and Joe Paolillo continue to enhance the guestroom décor and amenities throughout the 56-acre property for the 2012 summer season.

Spruce Point Inn offers visitors to the Maine midcoast a choice of four different types of classic Maine vacation experiences – all in one dramatic waterfront location at the entrance to Boothbay Harbor. Guests choose from the options of the historic Inn, the traditional cottages, modern lodge guestrooms and extended stay townhouses. All enjoy the attention and amenities of the full service resort – three restaurants (88 for Maine coastal cuisine, Bogie’s casual bistro and Deck the seasonal oceanfront café), two swimming pools (fresh and saltwater), waterfront amenities including a complimentary water launch, 25’ dock and ten moorings, recreational equipment (sea kayaks, bicycles, lawn games), a full service Spa and expansive reception and conference space.

Having upgraded the resort rooms and grounds for 2011, the innkeepers have focused on the historic main Inn, classic cottages and additional grounds details for 2012.

“As we reflected on the 2011 upgrades to the guestrooms, cottages, and amenities, we realized that now more than ever the guest experience and choice of accommodations we offer at Spruce Point Inn is unparalleled,” said innkeeper Angelo Digiulian. “Only at Spruce Point Inn can one  choose a classic Maine coast family cottage, a contemporary resort guestroom, an extended stay Townhouse, or accommodations in a historic seaside Inn with companionably-creaky wood stairs and quirky character. Most Maine vacation destinations offer just one choice. We offer all four, in an incomparable setting, with the same full-service amenities serving all accommodations.”

Historic Inn & Classic Cottages

In The Inn, all nine of the guestrooms have been named in honor of prior innkeepers or for their commanding views. From the tip top Crow's Nest to "officer's suites" to the cozy traditional rooms, The Inn reflects the history and ambience traditional New England inns are known for. No elevators, just the staircases to two levels of guestrooms. No jacuzzis; but private pine-paneled baths in each room. The Inn guestrooms were freshened this winter with a soothing marine palette accented with historical resort photography. All Inn rooms are now air-conditioned and new amenities were added, including comfortable plush top beds with triple sheeting in luxurious linens, a refrigerator (stocked with Poland Spring water), wireless access, LCD flat screen television, i-Pod docking station, and a Keurig coffeemaker (with a selection of Green Mountain Coffee and teas).

Spruce Point Inn also offers a choice of eight classic cottages. The nearest thing to a summer home when America took to the road for vacations, cottages became the hallmark of the New England coast and are the source of childhood memories of summer "at the shore."

The Cottages at Spruce Point Inn provide the greater privacy and complete access to all the resort amenities, services and hospitality, while taking advantage of one of the best locations on the Maine coast. The selection includes secluded Woodlandview among the spruces (Little Spruce, Oriole, Pelican, Cardinal, and Tanager) and Oceanfront options (Sunset, Starboard and Osprey). For the 2012 season, the innkeepers are making 'summer home' improvements in all of the cottages -- new screen doors and replacement of bathroom floors and fixtures. But guests will notice the added luxuries: a soothing marine palette accented with historical resort photography, wireless access and LCD flat screen televisions. All eight cottages have a fireplace or wood-stove, a private porch or deck and kitchen facilities.

Grounds

Guests will also find a subtle new look as they walk the grounds this summer. New lighting fits the landscape unobtrusively while providing the necessary illumination after dark. For added convenience, the resort has upgraded the signage with an understated style that better reflects the comfortable sort of luxury – and necessary way-finding -- guests expect. Landscape improvements include colorful perennial plantings around the perimeter and special care with trees and hedges to keep them healthy while improving sight lines. The Oceanside Deck gets an extensive facelift, with new cushions and umbrellas, and a new pool bar, in-ground hot tub and restroom. The Inn is also expanding the pond adjacent to Evergreen Lodge, installing a liner, a lighted fountain, a small footbridge and a seating area with Adirondack chairs to turn this magic corner into another private hideaway.

“Guests who arrive at Spruce Point Inn in 2012, when our season starts in May, will find something subtly new, around every corner -- but just as wonderful as they remember,” said Digiulian. “After all, we had to give guests new inspiration for creating oceanside memories, made in Maine!”

About Spruce Point Inn (www.sprucepointinn.com)

In operation for more than 100 years, Spruce Point Inn is a distinctive and historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of the summer community and a backdrop for delightful “oceanside memories made in Maine.” Located in the seafaring village of Boothbay Harbor, Maine (an hour north of Portland) and situated on 57 acres of stunning oceanfront and sheltering pine forest, the resort is a retreat of 56 modern guestrooms in eight lodges, 5 classic cottages, 9 Inn rooms and suites, and 4 townhouses. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made Spruce Point Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events. For reservations, call 800-553-0289 or visit www.sprucepointinn.com

Spruce Point Inn Allure is Making Memorial Day Memories on an Early Summer Romantic Getaway to Boothbay Harbor

Boothbay Harbor, Maine (May 24, 2011) – Those who live in Boothbay Harbor, Maine will tell you that Memorial Day offers one of those long-weekend getaways -- ideal for making romantic memories just for two. It’s a low-key weekend, designed for getting the boat in the water, decorating the front porch with a flag and some geraniums and indulging in the luxury of watching the shadows lengthen along the grass with a cool beverage in hand. Spruce Point Inn invites guests to enjoy that kind of holiday with a special rate, designed for creating oceanside memories made in Maine.

There is still some Memorial Day weekend availability, with rates for oceanview lodges starting at $161 per night (not including tax, gratuity or resort fee). This rate is available for select mid-week stays prior to June 15, 2011, as well. Spruce Point Inn welcomes its 119^th summer season with new guestroom appointments and refreshed lobby and library. Designed byJudy Schneider, the new décor incorporates the outdoor colors of a summer day; with Scalamandre and LeeJofa fabrics as accent points. Chef Peter Stiles is wrapping his coastal Maine cuisine menus around seasonally-available produce and seafood straight off the lobster boat. Memorial Day Weekend guests will be the first to savor and comment on what the chef is planning, including the debut of Deck, the Inn’s oceanfront café.

Romantics will enjoy both the calm of the early summer season and the opportunity to relax and re-energize in the Spruce Point Inn Spa. Spa Director Kate Winslow has added a Spruce Point Inn Signature Seaside Massage, offered for one, or side-by-side to the perennially-popular treatments include the Spruce Signature Facial with custom-blended masque, the Spruce Point classic Swedish massage, warm stones and aromatherapies massage, the 10 Grains & Spices Body Polish and Herbal Wrap, and SpruceClassic and Spa manicures and pedicures for both women and men.

“Boothbay Harbor always emerges from its winter cocoon with a special feel on Memorial Day weekend as gallery owners, restaurateurs and shop keepers welcome new visitors to the classic, seaside village,” said innkeeper Angelo DiGiulian. “A spur of the moment Memorial Day getaway to Spruce Point Inn puts our guests among the insiders who come early to scope out what’s new and remind themselves of how their favorite spots here on our grounds and along the mid-Coast got that way.”

Make reservations online or call 800-553-0289. For the latest news about the Inn and Boothbay Harbor, Maine, download the customized Spruce Point Inn Smartstay app.

About Spruce Point Inn (www.sprucepointinn.com)

In operation for more than 100 years, Spruce Point Inn is a distinctive and historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of the summer community and a backdrop for delightful “oceanside memories made in Maine.” Located in the seafaring village of Boothbay Harbor, Maine (an hour north of Portland) and situated on 57 acres of stunning oceanfront and sheltering pine forest, the Inn is a retreat of 56 modern rooms in eight lodges, 5 classic cottages, 9 Main Inn rooms and suites, and 4 townhouses. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made the Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events. For reservations, call 800-553-0289 or visit www.sprucepointinn.com

SprucePoint Inn App Gives Visitors Smartstay Insiders’ Guide to Boothbay Harbor Maine

Boothbay Harbor, Maine (May 17, 2011) – Spruce Point Inn, Resort & Spa is making Boothbay Harbor, Maine vacations even better for guests by launching a new Smartstay app to help them plan their visit on a smartphone app that travels with them, wherever they are. Custom-designed for Spruce Point Inn, based on the “insider tips” the innkeepers have gathered over 21 years in Boothbay Harbor, Smartstay helps visitors find the “best of the best” as well as hidden gems that make a Spruce Point Inn vacation extra-enjoyable. The app also puts special deals from the Inn and surrounding shops, galleries, restaurants and attractions at Smartstay adopters’ fingertips.

Created by Spruce Point Inn’s marketing partner, O’Rourke Hospitality Marketing, the Smartstay app for Spruce Point Inn is a free download at the iPhone store from the Travel category: The correct link to download the Spruce Point Inn app in the iTunes store is:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/spruce-point-inn/id433859378?mt=8

The Spruce Point Inn/Boothbay Harbor Smartstay guide is also available as a free Android download: https://market.android.com/details?id=smartstay.sprucepoint

On opening the app, guests see four options that make a visit to Spruce Point Inn and Boothbay Harbor more rewarding, including:

Book a Room – with a direct link to the inn’s online reservations function
View the Inn – a gallery of great images that capture the essence of the Inn and its 2011 upgrade
Special Offers – exclusively for Smartstay adopters
Plan Your Trip – with insider tips on the best to see and do in Boothbay and Mid-coast Maine
In addition, Smartstay is a complete electronic pocket guide for the smartphone, with real-time news updates and an interactive map.

 “The idea is to give our guests an easy, portable way to interact with us and the destination, wherever they are,” said Angelo DiGiulian, innkeeper for Spruce Point Inn. “When they’re on the road, before they get here, they can see pictures of our guestrooms and amenities, make a reservation at the Inn, respond to spur-of-the-moment offers and see what else is happening in Boothbay Harbor during their stay. Once they’re here, exploring Mid-coast Maine they can call us with one click on their iPhones or Androids, connect to other sites and attractions and make reservations, all with one handy electronic guide that happens to live on the smartphone they already have in their pocket.”

The app is O’Rourke’s Smartstay 2 product, the latest version of the leading mobile app for hotels, custom-designed for each hotel and destination in partnership with the property. Smartstay 2, an upgrade for the product created just last year, includes a customized welcome page to reflect the hotel brand, the ability to add completely new tabs, the integration of Google analytics, external RSS feeds, and multilingual functionality.

Tom O’Rourke, CEO and founder of O’Rourke Hospitality said, “O’Rourke Hospitality Marketing is based in Newburyport, Massachusetts and we especially enjoy working with New England hotels due to their proximity and our knowledge of what their guests are looking for when they visit New England. We were very excited that after choosing us to redesign and enhance their website, that Spruce Point Inn decided to adopt our Smartstay app, too, with custom-designed content specifically for their hotel.“

About Spruce Point Inn (www.sprucepointinn.com)

In operation for more than 100 years, Spruce Point Inn is a distinctive and historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of the summer community and a backdrop for delightful “oceanside memories made in Maine.” Located in the seafaring village of Boothbay Harbor, Maine (an hour north of Portland) and situated on 57 acres of stunning oceanfront and sheltering pine forest, the Inn is a retreat of 56 modern rooms in eight lodges, 5 classic cottages, 9 Main Inn rooms and suites, and 4 townhouses. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made the Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events. For reservations, call 800-553-0289

About O’Rourke Hospitality Marketing/Smartstay www.orourkehospitality.comor www.smartstayapp.com
 
O’Rourke Hospitality Marketing is an award-winning marketing firm that focuses exclusively on the Hospitality Industry and specializes in hotel website design and development, Internet marketing, SEO services, and hotel mobile marketing. O’Rourke Hospitality was founded in 2001, and stands out from other agencies due to its very high standards in website design and optimization, ability to generate results, full client dedication, and innovative products. O’Rourke launched the Smartstay^SM mobile app for hotels, in March 2010.

Spruce Point Inn Brings Families Back for Classic Maine Summer Vacation

Boothbay Harbor, Maine (May 2, 2011) – Opening for the 2011 season on May 26, Spruce Point Inn, overlooking Boothbay Harbor, Maine, creates the classic summer vacation atmosphere that encourages guests to relax and unwind by blending fresh salt breezes, sparkling ocean views, pine woodlands and a genuine hospitality that makes “Down East” feel as comfortable as home. Some space is still available for Memorial Day Weekend and special rates starting at $161 per night are in place for weekdays between May 26 and June 15.

The Inn’s location – the Mid-coast of Maine -- is studded with diversionary pleasures guests (especially families) have not experienced before, from lobster boat races and butterfly gardens to riding an authentic steam train or watching an artist at work in her studio. Still, in one afternoon on Spruce Point’s own 57 acre property, a family of four will find the makings of memories: exploring tidal pools, joining a yoga class, swimming laps in the fresh- or saltwater pool, or napping in a strategically placed hammock where pine boughs and waves weave a lullaby. These many experiences, from spa services to nearby golf, sailing to shopping, make for great story-telling around the fire pit each evening or over cocktails at sunset in view of the sea.

“Oceanside memories made in Maine” are why so many visitors to Spruce Point Inn become lifelong repeat guests. Spruce Point’s classic Maine summer vacation experience welcomes first-time guests with the same warmth as third generations returning to “their” cottage on the waterfront.

Accommodations at Spruce Point Inn include guestrooms and suites in the historic Main Inn, ocean and woodland view lodges, townhomes (with adjoining rooms that open more expansive living space to two couples or families vacationing together) and five classic cottages with one to three bedrooms plus kitchens and fireplaced living rooms. Rates range from $125-370 per night per room, and $325-600 per night for the cottages.

Dining on-site includes the Inn’s main dining room, 88, for coastal Maine cuisine; Bogie’s casual bistro, and Deck, the oceanside café opening for the first time this June. Chef Peter Stiles’ mastery of locally-sourced items fished, farmed and gathered from authentic Maine sources gives his menus the taste of Maine that makes the Inn popular with local residents as well as guests. For alternatives, one need look no further than the restaurants of Boothbay, a quick shuttle or motor launch ride away.

“Maine greets its visitors with the slogan, ‘Maine: the way life should be,’” said innkeeper Angelo DiGiulian. “At Spruce Point Inn, the classic, Down East summer vacation tradition  we’ve celebrated here for more than 100 years, is the way life is.”

About Spruce Point Inn (www.sprucepointinn.com)

In operation for more than 100 years, Spruce Point Inn is a distinctive and historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of the summer community and a backdrop for delightful “oceanside memories made in Maine.” Located in the seafaring village of Boothbay Harbor, Maine (an hour north of Portland) and situated on 57 acres of stunning oceanfront and sheltering pine forest, the Inn is a retreat of 56 modern rooms in eight lodges, 5 classic cottages, 9 Main Inn rooms and suites, and 4 townhouses. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made the Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events. For reservations, call 800-553-0289  

Spruce Point Inn Affairs Are Maine Oceanside Weddings Fit for Royals

  Spruce Point Inn is the place where a Maine oceanside resort wedding is made of long summer evenings, romantic walks along the shore and misty mornings in the spruces giving way to sun-drenched afternoons under shady market umbrellas The Knot rates Spruce Point Inn as one of their five recommended destination wedding locations in the State of Maine and guest comments compliment the Inn's experienced wedding staff. 

“Retro Modern…idyllic location …luxury facilities.” The Knot

Boothbay Harbor, ME (PRWEB) April 28, 2011

A cool blue sapphire surrounded by sparkling diamonds that his mother treasured. The venue, steeped in history, where his grandmother was wed. Family and special guests gathering from around the globe.

The Royal Wedding?

No, another fairytale wedding at Spruce Point Inn on the ocean in Boothbay Harbor, Maine.

The Knot rates Spruce Point Inn as one of their five recommended destination wedding locations in the State of Maine. They called it “Retro Modern… [an] idyllic location … [with] luxury facilities.” Guest comments about weddings, anniversary celebrations and vow renewal ceremonies at the Inn paint a truly romantic picture of couples making memories to last. Watching a YouTube video of a bride and groom’s first dance (clearly well-rehearsed) on the parquet dance floor in the Inn’s Linekin Bay Room, it is clear that Spruce Point Inn is the place where a Maine oceanside resort wedding is made of long summer evenings, romantic walks along the shore and misty mornings in the spruces giving way to sun-drenched afternoons under shady market umbrellas. Martha Stewart Living said, "We wanted to share the incredible views, the ocean, the incredible beauty that never changes."

Facilities at Spruce Point Inn can accommodate gatherings of groups ranging from 14 to 400 people. The Inn’s professional event planners are known nationally for their ability to coordinate the most intimate and secure retreats, large family gatherings and another word seaside weddings that feature a mix of off-site activities (accessible via the Inn’s shuttle and waterborne launch) and creative use of the Inn’s 57 acre landscaped grounds, recreation and Spa put to best advantage.

With over 5,000 square feet of spectacular oceanfront wedding space, including tented decks, the Inn offers one of the most distinctive destination wedding venues in all of New England for exclusive events. The wedding party might arrive at the ceremony aboard an antique yacht. The historic inn provides one venue for the ceremony while the tented waterfront or cathedral ceiling ballroom (with the illuminated Maine woods as a backdrop) provide romantic memories for the reception.

The Inn’s wedding facilities include:

The Pemaquid, a 4,500 square foot state-of-the-art facility, with adjacent 4,000squarefoot tented courtyard and can accommodate up to 280 guests. The upper level allows for a dramatic entry by the bride to her reception.

The Linekin Bay , covering 2,100 square feet, features cathedral ceilings and is decorated in an elegant New England style. Fully air-conditioned and ADA accessible, the room is adjacent to a beautifully landscaped and tented courtyard that offers an alternative space for the ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner or bridal brunch.

The Oceanfront Deck offers a sweeping view of the ocean and can be used as an open-air deck or with its heated custom-built tent. The 3,200-square-foot deck features a bandstand with a gazebo facing the water and its own cooking facility, ideal for lobster bakes or al fresco dining.

The Oceanside Pool Deck is a, offering direct access to the Inn’s dock. The deck is a tentable space that can accommodate banquets of up to 75 guests and receptions for groups of up to 150.

For specific wedding inquiries contact Cindy Mastrella at 207-633-4152 ext 628.

About Spruce Point Inn
In operation for more than 100 years, Spruce Point Inn is a distinctive and historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of     the summer community and a backdrop for delightful “oceanside memories made in Maine.” Located in the seafaring village of Boothbay Harbor, Maine (an hour north of Portland) and situated on 57 acres of stunning oceanfront and sheltering pine forest, the Inn is a retreat of 56 modern rooms in eight lodges, 16 classic cottages and rooms, 9 historic inn rooms and 4 townhomes. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made the Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events. For reservations, call 800-553-0289 or visit http://www.sprucepointinn.com.  

 Spruce Point Inn, Resort & Spa in Boothbay Harbor, Maine Names Robert Morris, Food & Beverage Manager      

Boothbay Harbor, Maine (April 12, 2011) – Spruce Point Inn, Resort & Spa has appointed Robert Morris, manager of food & beverage, with immediate responsibility for preparing the resort’s three restaurants for its 21^st season. 

Mr. Morris brings over a decade of experience in the food and beverage industry and special expertise in country club operations and both casual and fine dining management to Spruce Point Inn. He began his career thirteen years ago as Dining Captain and advanced to his most recent position as Assistant Food and Beverage Manager at Addison Reserve Country Club in Delray Beach, FL. Addison Reserve is recognized as a Platinum Club of America and ranks 9th in the nation among residential country clubs. As Assistant F&B Manager, Morris managed three dining outlets with annual revenues of $2.5 million and supervised a staff of over 75 employees. Morris attended the University of Central Florida and Florida Atlantic University and is a member of the Club Managers Association of America.

“Spruce Point Inn is recognized as one of the top dining spots along the Maine coast and benefits substantially from the memories we create through our dining experience when it comes to guest satisfaction and repeat stays,” said innkeeper Angelo DiGiulian in making the announcement. “We look forward to adding Robert’s club and restaurant management experience to the mix and anticipate that the combination of his experience and Chef Peter Stiles award-winning creativity will help us polish that reputation even further.”

Mr. Morris will oversee operations for the Inn’s three restaurants: 88, Bogie’s and Deck. 88, the dining room in the historic Main Inn serves Maine Coast Cuisine in a bright and casually elegant space with views of the ocean. Bogie’s is a casual bistro in a clubbier space with copper-topped tables and the convivial atmosphere of a New England tavern. Deck, debuting this summer, is an umbrella-shaded, oceanside café, open daily for lunch.

About Spruce Point Inn (www.sprucepointinn.com)

In operation for more than 100 years, Spruce Point Inn is a distinctive and historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of the summer community and a backdrop for delightful “oceanside memories made in Maine.” Located in the seafaring village of Boothbay Harbor, Maine (an hour north of Portland) and situated on 57 acres of stunning oceanfront and sheltering pine forest, the Inn is a retreat of 56 modern rooms in eight lodges, 16 classic cottages and rooms, 9 historic inn rooms and 4 townhouses. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made the Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events. For reservations, call 800-553-0289 or visit www.sprucepointinn.com 

Spruce Point Inn Amenities Enhance Maine Resort Spa Experience in Boothbay Harbor -         Boothbay Harbor, Maine (Vocus/PRWEB) April 08, 2011

Located on a beautiful peninsula in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, the Spa at the Spruce Point Inn is set in a tranquil landscape accented by Maine wildflowers and grand fir trees. In addition to the enhanced surroundings following a resort makeover that has matched the interior environment with the fresh colors of its seaside location, the Inn welcomes Kate Winslow to Spruce Point Inn as the new Spa Director and Aesthetician.

Meeting Planners Book Early for Midweek July Specials at Spruce Point Inn, Boothbay Harbor, for Oceanside Meeting Memories Made in Maine

Boothbay Harbor, Maine (Vocus/PRWEB) March 31, 2011 

Spruce Point Inn, overlooking Boothbay Harbor on the coast of Maine, values all that is old – and new – by blending the best of classic coastal Maine and state of the art services and amenities. To showcase its latest upgrades and encourage planners to book early, the Inn is extending special rates to those who want to capitalize on prime summer availability and local activities. Facilities at Spruce Point Inn can accommodate groups ranging from 14 to 400 people. The Inn’s professional event planners are known nationally for their ability to coordinate the most intimate and secure retreats, large family reunions and group programs that feature a mix of off-site activities and creative use of the Inn’s 57 acre grounds put to best advantage.

Spruce Point Inn’s New Oceanside Cafe, Deck, Showcases Locally-Sourced Tastes of Maine at Boothbay Landmark

Spruce Point Inn on the edge of Boothbay Harbor is recognized as one of the top dining spots along the Maine coast. Chef Peter Stiles turns Maine seafood, locally grown produce and herbs from the Inn’s own garden into both traditional “down east” favorites and innovative dishes showcasing lobsters, summer blueberries and farmstand vegetables. This summer, Spruce Point Inn showcases its fantastic view of the coast, lighthouses and ocean-bound boats with the debut of Deck, an umbrella-shaded, oceanside café, open daily for lunch.

Boothbay Harbor, ME   March 18, 2011

Spruce Point Inn on the edge of Boothbay Harbor is recognized as one of the top dining spots along the Maine coast. Chef Peter Stiles turns Maine seafood, locally grown produce and herbs from the Inn’s own garden into both traditional “down east” favorites and innovative dishes showcasing lobsters, summer blueberries and farmstand vegetables. Recognized by national publications, the Inn has won two Gold Medals, a Silver and two People’s Choice awards in the Maine Lobster Promotion Council’s annual “Most Creatively Prepared Lobster Dish” competition and will be participating in the 2011 contest.

This summer, Spruce Point Inn showcases its fantastic view of the coast, lighthouses and ocean-bound boats with the debut of Deck, an umbrella-shaded, oceanside café, open daily for lunch. Opening in late June 2011, Deck is the Inn’s highly anticipated new addition to Boothbay Harbor’s luncheon scene, serving club lunch favorites, whether a crab salad and a chilled pinot grigio or a classic lobster roll with a local craft beer, plus familiar children’s favorites. Deck will be open daily, 11-2

“We looked at the options for lunch in Boothbay Harbor during the summer season and decided to create a relaxed place that showcases our gorgeous view, the sunshine and Chef Stiles' flair with the famed flavors of Maine like lobsters and summer blueberries that draw so many visitors to our coast,” said Angelo DiGiulian, innkeeper for Spruce Point Inn. “We know our great location and Chef Stiles are already making fond oceanside memories for our guests. We expect that Deck will quickly become a popular and relaxing family-friendly spot for enjoying a Maine coast afternoon in the sunshine; and with our own dock, pick-up moorings and launch service, Deck makes the perfect lunch spot for boaters, too.”

Spruce Point Inn and Chef Stiles are already noted for the main dining room 88, serving Maine Coast Cuisine in a bright and casually elegant space in the historic Main Inn with views of the approaches to Boothbay Harbor; and for Bogie’s, a casual bistro in a clubbier space with copper-topped tables and the convivial atmosphere of a New England tavern. 88 serves breakfast and dinner Bogie’s pub menu is offered from 6 to 9 pm (the adjacent lounge opens daily at 5 pm). All three restaurants at Spruce Point Inn are open to the public. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 207-633-4152, Ext 0.

About Spruce Point Inn (http://www.sprucepointinn.com)
In operation for more than 100 years, Spruce Point Inn is a distinctive and historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of the summer community and a backdrop for delightful “oceanside memories made in Maine.” Located in the seafaring village of Boothbay Harbor, Maine (an hour downeast of Portland) and situated on 57 acres of stunning oceanfront and sheltering pine forest, the Inn is a retreat of 56 modern rooms in eight Maine lodges, 16 classic cottages and rooms, 9 historic Main Inn rooms and 4 townhouses. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made the Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events. For reservations, call 800-553-0289 or visit http://www.sprucepointinn.com

Spruce Point Inn is Maine Summer Camp Filled with Oceanside Memories for Parents and Kids, Complete with S’Mores

Boothbay Harbor, Maine (March 9, 2011) - The 57-acre Spruce Point Inn Resort & Spa stretched out along the coast of Linekin Bay at the tip of the peninsula leading out to sea from Boothbay Harbor extends a special welcome to camper parents. With a range of accommodations, from classic summer cottages and historic Main Inn guestrooms to the residential feel of the Maine Lodges and Townhouses, Spruce Point Inn is a rewarding “stay-over” experience. Parents who decided to “camp out” at the resort while their children enjoy nearby summer camps find the same Maine rest, relaxation and new experiences as their kids. Spruce Point has also seen a trend where Mom or Dad spends the week of quality time with a younger sibling while their older children are at camp.

Spruce Point Inn Website Captures Classic Coastal Maine Summer Vacation

Boothbay Harbor, Maine (February 28, 2011) – Spruce Point Inn Resort & Spa has completed a total makeover of its online presence to match the upgrades completed this winter to the Main Inn, cottages and Maine lodges. The results are captivating, according to innkeepers Joe Paolillo and Angelo DiGiulian.

The new website – www.sprucepointinn.com-- and its online dynamics is the result of collaboration between the Inn and O’Rourke Hospitality of Newburyport, MA, the award-winning full-service hospitality marketing experts and online strategists. The website combines spectacular photography of the 57-acre property and its Boothbay Harbor location (including a dramatic aerial view of the Inn, situated at the tip of Spruce Point overlooking Linekin Bay) and detailed, easy-to-navigate information about the Inn’s accommodations and amenities. Guests can quickly check rates and availability through the on-line reservations system.

“If a picture’s worth a thousand words, the new Spruce Point Inn website’s worth a library,” said innkeeper Angelo DiGiulian. “Over this past winter, we have invested in makeovers for our guestrooms, an upgrade of the Main Inn reception area, new poolside and waterfront amenities and the creation of a new oceanside café – DECK – that will bring ‘smart casual’ lunch service to Boothbay Harbor. We wanted our online presence to tell that story with the facts and the images that captured what we think the Inn is all about. O’Rourke has caught the timeless feel of a classic Maine summer vacation and the informal warmth of the Inn that keeps bringing people back, generation after generation.”

From spacious guestrooms to cozy Maine cottages, Spruce Point Inn Resort & Spa accommodates romantic getaways, family vacations and special events from weddings to executive retreats with a diverse selection of accommodations, including traditional and contemporary Maine lodges, guestrooms and suites in the historic Main Inn, classic Maine summer cottagesand modern townhouses. During the renovations, the innkeepers have addressed the smallest details throughout the property, replacing wall and floor-coverings, adding new bedding, Keurig coffeemakers, plasma screen televisions and Green Natura bath products. Different color palettes accent the seaside cottage style or contemporary warmth of the furnishings. Each guestroom also now features photographs from the Inn’s storied past, including famous guests from astronaut John Glenn to the Kennedys as well as snapshots from the diningroom, dock and waterfront.

About Spruce Point Inn (www.sprucepointinn.com)

In operation for more than 100 years, Spruce Point Inn is a distinctive and historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of the summer community and a backdrop for delightful “oceanside memories, made in Maine.” Located in the seafaring village of Boothbay Harbor, Maine (an hour north of Portland) and situated on 57 acres of stunning oceanfront and sheltering pine forest, the Inn is a retreat of 56 modern rooms in eight lodges, 16 classic cottages and rooms, 9 historic inn rooms and 4 townhomes. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made the Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events. For reservations, call 800-553-0289 or visit www.sprucepointinn.com

Spruce Point Inn plans extensive upgrades for 2011 Season

BOOTHBAY HARBOR, MAINE, December 23, 2010 — Joe Paolillo and Angelo DiGuilian, Innkeepers, announced today an extensive upgrade plan for Spruce Point Inn, to be completed for the 2011 season. Upgrades will encompass all aspects of the property from guest rooms and cottages to function space and recreational areas. Angelo DiGuilian explains, "We're very excited about these upgrades, particularly because they focus on maintaining the unique character of the Inn and enriching the guest's experience." For instance, guest rooms will have new furnishings and décor, common areas will be enhanced, and new furnishings placed by the pools. Also, the Inn will open its oceanfront deck for lunch, serving salads, seafood and regional specialties. The Inn also plans to expand is mooring field and dock to accommodate the local and transient boating community. Function spaces, used primarily by social and corporate groups, will benefit from new décor and meeting technology. Joe Paolillo says that, "Overall, the upgrades will freshen the property and will ensure our offering the highest level of a traditional Maine experience".

In operation for more than 100 years, the Spruce Point Inn is a historic vacation destination for travelers from all over the United States and the world. Its relaxing facilities have long been a part of the summer community and a backdrop to delightful memories. Located in Boothbay Harbor, Maine and situated on over 57 acres of woodlands beside a stunning stretch of oceanfront, the Inn is a retreat of 56 modern rooms in eight lodges, 15 classic rooms and cottages, 9 storied inn rooms and 4 townhomes. The convenient location, peaceful setting and spectacular coastal views have made the Inn a premier resort for families, reunions, weddings and business events.

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"If you're into classic, blueblood New England style (think Jackie O. and Katharine Hepburn), the sweeping lawns, wrap-around porches, and ocean views of the Spruce Point Inn may be just what the doctor ordered. The inn sits on a peninsula, giving it amazing, unobstructed views of Boothbay Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean that'll wow first-time visitors and life-long Mainers alike. A variety of indoor and outdoor spaces allow you to tailor the site to your needs, whether you want to wed on the manicured lawn, have cocktails by the sea, or dine and dance in an elegant hall. The Spruce Point Inn, (207) 633-4152, Boothbay Harbor."
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