SNOW AT THE COAST!!! 

For the first time since we have lived on the coast, we are getting a real Maine winter complete with record amounts of snow.  It is truly beautiful to look out and see the white snow glistening in the sun. We have been strapping on our snowshoes to enjoy great exercise and the beauty of our many land trust properties.  Finny and Goldie accompany us and are very happy snow dogs. We have snowshoes available for our guests to use.  If you haven’t tried snowshoeing before, Larry will be happy to give instructions. You can try snowshoeing in our backyard before venturing out on one of the many trails on the peninsula.  Snowshoeing is easy to learn and lots of fun.

OFF-SEASON IMPROVEMENTS

We are involved in two off-season projects this year.  Larry and our friend and wonderful carpenter, Jim Roberge, braved some cold and snowy days while completely rebuilding the main entrance and dining room porches at the front of the house.  Pictures of our home show that when the house was built in 1878 the two porches were connected.  We decided to join the porches and now guests can walk from one to the other.  The front porch gets the morning sun making it a great place to sit in the summer and enjoy that first cup of coffee.  

We have decided to install air conditioners in the guest rooms.  The afternoon sea breeze usually keeps things cool even on the hottest days. However, this was not always the case last summer when for a short period, we experienced some of the warmest temperatures the Boothbay area has ever seen. Each guest room will have a wall unit air conditioner. We feel it will make our guests more comfortable just knowing that air conditioning is available if they need it on a hot summer night.

NEW FEATURES

Mary Sue Weeks of Decorative Illusions recently completed decorative stenciling in the bath of Rhapsody in Blue.  It is beautiful and we are thrilled with the new look that our guests will surely enjoy. 

In the three guest rooms upstairs we have replaced the clothes racks with wardrobes or armoires.  This will give guests more space to hang clothes and will be much more convenient for everyone.

CIVIC INVOLVEMENT

In the five years that we have lived in Boothbay, we’ve come to appreciate the spirit of the community and why this peninsula is a special place to live.  Larry is an active volunteer with our local land trust, helping with the clearing of trails and serving as steward for Linekin Preserve, which is located just across the street from the B&B.  He is on the board of our historical society and was treasurer of the “Light It Up” committee, a group that raised money and installed lights at our community athletic field for night games.

On January 1^st he took part in the YMCA Penguin Plunge running into the 41 degree water at Grimes Cove (and out just as quickly).  Larry proudly turned in over $200 he raised from sponsors.

Romantic Getaway Package

Again this year we are proud to announce our “Romantic Getaway Package.” This special, which runs from January until the end of April, includes a two-night stay at our B&B. Next it’s decision time as you choose how to spend your complimentary $25 gift certificate. Will it be at a local restaurant for a romantic dinner or will you use it towards purchasing an item from our own E&E Holbrook Store?

If you are interested in owning an oil or watercolor painting from one of the area’s fine galleries, Corinne McIntyre is offering our guests 10% off a painting or print. Corinne’s Ocean Point Studio/Visions of Maine is located on Van Horn Road in East Boothbay. Corinne is pleased to announce that hand carved pottery by Fred McIntyre is now available at the studio.

The best part of this “Romantic Getaway Package” is the price. We are offering this package at regular off-season rates. A two-night stay in The Holbrook Suite is $220, The Linekin Loft $200, Rhapsody In Blue $190, and Crooked Chimney $180 (plus 7% room & lodging tax). Just remember to request “The Romantic Getaway Package” when you call to book.

Recently our most frequent guests, Steve and Daureen Sozanski, let us know that they would be our neighbors as they have purchased a beautiful Victorian home on Ocean Point Road overlooking Mill Pond and Linekin Bay.  We’re very happy for them and their daughter, Heather, and welcome them to East Boothbay.

A SAD NOTE 

This past November we were saddened when we had to have Cubby, our Sheltie of 10 ½ years, put to sleep.  Cubby had an inoperable tumor that was taking a toll on his health.  We sought the opinions of three different veterinarians before making the decision.  We’ve received many cards and calls from relatives, friends, and guests expressing their condolences, for which we were thankful and which helped us a great deal.   Our other two Shelties, Goldie & Finnegan (Finny) miss Cubby, but otherwise are doing fine and are ready to greet guests and welcome you to Linekin Bay B&B.

WINTER ISSUE RECIPE
Raspberry Cinnamon Stuffed French Toast
Serves 6

This recipe came about by combining the best of two other French Toast dishes. 

• 12 slices of Pepperidge Farm French Toast Swirl bread

• 6 oz. cream cheese softened

• 4 oz. raspberry preserve

• 6 eggs

• 12 oz. milk

• 1 Tbs. vanilla

Mix cream cheese and raspberry preserve with electric mixer until creamy.  Spread this mixture over 6 slices then place other 6 slices making sandwiches.  Place in greased 9X13 baking dish.  Combine eggs, milk, & vanilla and blend together.  Pour over sandwiches.  Cover and place in fridge overnight.  Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes or until the top starts to get crispy. 

Raspberry Sauce 

• 1 cup sugar

• 2 Tbs. corn starch

• 1 cup water

• 2 cups frozen raspberries

• 1 Tbs. butter

• 1 Tbs. lemon juice

Combine sugar & corn starch, add water, bring to a boil-stirring constantly.  Stir in raspberries, lemon juice and butter and bring to a boil.  Spoon over French Toast.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Are you looking for an anniversary or birthday present for a friend, relative or the special person in your life?   How about a gift certificate for a stay at The Linekin Bay B&B?  We can make arrangements so that the entire stay is paid for or you can elect to pay a set amount towards the stay.  We offer an elegant gift certificate.

THE 2002 SEASON 

On Labor Day weekend we celebrated our fourth year as innkeepers.  It was wonderful to greet returning guests and to meet new people who came to enjoy the beauty of the Maine coast. We thank all of you who have stayed with us and we look forward to future visits

Remember, if you ever have any feedback or questions ...Just give us a call.
Your Hosts: Marti Booth & Larry Brown - (800) 596-7420
or E-Mail us at hosts@linekinbaybb.com