WILD ISLES

MAINE

A deeply private exploration of Maine’s island-dotted coast, shaped by tide, weather, and quiet luxury. Travel by boat between remote outposts, dine on ingredients pulled from sea and forest, and settle into sanctuaries where lighthouses, spruce, and granite set the rhythm. This is coastal New England at its most elemental — unhurried, intentional, and beautifully spare.

Note that everything you see here is an example of what your trip could look like. Your adventure will be tailored specifically to you.

WHEN TO GO

JUN - SEP

ESTIMATED COST

$18,000

DURATION

7 NIGHTS

per person, excl. int'l flights

(based on two adults sharing)

START YOUR JOURNEY

WHY THIS ADVENTURE

Maine’s coast rewards those willing to slow down and move with the water. This journey is designed for travelers who value atmosphere over excess, mornings wrapped in fog, afternoons shaped by tide charts, evenings defined by firelight and the scent of salt. Private boats unlock islands most visitors never reach, while foraged meals and thoughtful lodgings ground the experience in place. Every moment feels considered but never staged, allowing the wildness of the coast to remain front and center.

JOURNEY FLOW

Your journey follows the natural cadence of the coast, unfolding by boat rather than road. Days drift between granite-rimmed islands, working harbors, and hidden coves where seals surface and eagles circle overhead. Time on the water is balanced with long meals, coastal walks, and quiet hours spent watching light shift across the sea. Evenings settle into stillness with the rhythm of waves, lantern-lit docks, and the distant sweep of lighthouse beams. The experience feels less like a route and more like a gradual immersion into Maine’s maritime soul.

HIGHLIGHTS

SECLUDED COASTAL LIVING

Stay in refined yet unfussy lodgings where salt air, woodsmoke, and wide horizons define the atmosphere as much as the design.

LIGHTHOUSE & HEADLAND WALKS

Explore dramatic headlands and historic lighthouses where wind, stone, and sea converge, offering cinematic views and a powerful sense of place.

FORAGED SEA-TO-TABLE DINING

Enjoy intimate meals shaped by the coast: lobster, seaweed, wild berries, and garden produce prepared by chefs with deep regional roots.

PRIVATE ISLAND HOPPING

Cruise between remote islands aboard privately chartered vessels, accessing coves, beaches, and anchorages unreachable by land or ferry.

WAYS TO PERSONALIZE

Add a private naturalist-led wildlife cruise focused on seabirds, seals, and marine ecosystems

Arrange a hands-on foraging and cooking experience with a coastal chef

Include a private sailing day aboard a classic wooden schooner

Extend with a photography-focused itinerary timed to fog, dawn light, and tides

WHERE YOU'LL STAY

BALANCE ROCK INN

AAA Four Diamond–rated boutique inn housed in a classic Gilded Age seaside “cottage,” Balance Rock Inn marries historic charm with refined comfort. Just steps from Frenchman Bay, its elegant rooms, attentive service, and dramatic water views create a richly placid base for exploring Maine’s rugged coast.

INN BY THE SEA

Eco-luxury meets seaside serenity at this oceanfront retreat, where spacious rooms and suites look out over Crescent Beach. Thoughtful design, a full-service spa, and regionally sourced cuisine elevate Maine’s coastal simplicity into something deeply restorative and memorable.

THE CLAREMONT HOTEL

A grand shingle-style landmark overlooking Somes Sound, The Claremont pairs historic elegance with a relaxed coastal sensibility. Porch-lined views, refined dining, and easy access to Mount Desert Island’s waters make it an ideal maritime base.