Welcome

Stay in the foothills of the White Mountains in Western Maine on the border of New Hampshire.

We are centrally located to all attractions including great skiing (Shawnee Peak, Cranmore, Sunday River, King Pine, Bear Notch), Fryeburg Fair, Fryeburg Academy, Naples, North Conway New Hampshire, Bridgton, beautiful Kezar lake, Kezar Country Club, Ebenezer’s Brew Pub the White Mountain National Forest and only 55 miles from Portland Maine.

Center Lovell Inn is a beautiful Georgian-era style historic farmhouse on Main Street in Lovell, Maine. This farmhouse was built in 1803, has lots of old-world charm and original details including exposed wood beams and two original wood burning fireplaces in the common areas. The two hundred plus year old wide plank wood floors do creek but that is part of the charm.

Why not treat yourself to a bottle of wine or pour your own cocktail from the “Honor Bar?” Enjoy on the patio while taking in the sun set or in front of a crackling fire in the winter.

At Center Lovell Inn (CLI) we celebrate the heyday of Old New England hospitality of a bygone era. A time of always farm fresh ingredients, a hardy cook to order breakfast and exceptional customer care.

CLI is the precursor to the ‘modern’ boutique hotels, when things were simple, intimate and classic. We take great inspiration from the past, all the while welcoming the creature comforts of today. Your stay will be akin to taking a special trip back in time albeit with the fastest internet speed available and a streaming TV in all guest rooms.

In addition to the warm hospitality and great food, the spectacular sunset and mountain views amidst the unimpeded panorama of the Presidential Range of the White Mountain National Forest make it worth visiting.

Planing a big event, such as a Maine wedding? Why not reserve the entire Center Lovell Inn. Please refer to our Room Buyout page for more information.

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Guestrooms

Guest rooms are located in the Main house and adjacent Carriage House.

The nicely appointed guestrooms in our 1803 Old Farm House & adjoining Carriage House feature there own unique décor, views, comfortable seating area, smart TVs, refrigerator and all the basic amenities necessary for a comfortable stay. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and all common areas, Smart TV in some rooms (Rooms 1, 2, 3-4 (Suite), 6, 7 & 8), plus free local and national calls from our public phone.

Room details

Little Extras

Whether celebrating an anniversary, or “just because,” there is nothing more special than a little getaway from the norm. So why not better your stay! Add a little “je ne sais quoi” that will make your ‘holiday’ even more enjoyable.

Cheese Platter for Two. . . . . . . . . . $45 – $60

Enjoy an assortment of gourmet cheese (3 cheeses), local artisan chutney or jam, toasted nuts, seasonal fruit & cocktail crackers. . . . . . . . $45

Add an assortment of cured specialty meats — charcuteries . . . . . . . . . . $15

Paté Plate for Two $45

Chef’s choice of Duck, Pork or Chicken Liver paté / mousse and traditional accompaniments including seasonal fruit, local artisan chutney or jam, house pickled red onions with blue berries, olives, and cocktail crackers.

Gourmand Platter for Two. . . . . . . . . $95

A grand assortment of chef’s choice of gourmet cheese, cured meats, paté or mousse, seasonal fruit, local artisan chutney and jams, house pickled red onions and blue berries, olives, and cocktail crackers.

To be enjoyed in our old-world dining room next to a crackling fire.

Why not add a bottle of wine for only. . . . . . . . . $20

Sparkling wine (14 Hands, Brut, Methode Champenoise, Columbia Valley), Chardonnay (Line 39 California), Pinot Noir (District 7, California), Cabernet or red blend. Limited time special. Select “Bottle Wine add-on for “Little Extras” during checkout.

The Romantic Touch . . . . . . . . $75

A seasonal floral arrangement ( or 1 dozen roses add $50).
Hand-dipped chocolate strawberries.
Your choice of — Sparkling white wine (14 Hands, Brut, Methode Champenoise, Columbia Valley), Sparkling semi sweet red (Cup Cake, Italy), Chardonnay (Line 39, California), Pinot Noir (District 7, California), Cabernet or Red Blend.

Each “little Extras” can be ordered online when you make your reservation and can be served to you in our dinning room or in your room.

The Area

In the Neighborhood

(Visit our ‘Activities‘ page for our categorized list of things to do around the Center Lovell Inn.)

No matter what season it is, there is always something to do in the Lakes Region of Maine. There are numerous hiking and nature trails within a short distance of Inn including the White Mountain National Forest. Check out out our Hiking in Maine page. Visit in the autumn months for the “Best Fall Foliage” getaway; the winter offers great skiing at nearby Shawnee Peak and Sunday River. The famous Fryeburg Fair is only a 17-minute drive…. be sure to book early. Ebenezer’s Brew Pub, rated the number one beer bar in America and the world, is only a 5-minute drive. Enjoy great golfing at Kezar country club just minutes away.

The Inn is also within minutes of arts and crafts shops, summer camps, Kezar Country Club for golfing and antique shops can be found at every turn. There are plenty of great farm stands and gardens selling fresh seasonal produce, plants and cut flowers. Local winery and brewers are a short drive away. Our area also offer opportunities for boating, swimming, skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, and for those of you wishing to spend time shopping at outlet stores, North Conway, N.H. is only a 25-minute drive and Freeport, Maine, the Home of L.L. Bean is a wonderful day trip.

the Parlor

The Inn has a comfortable Parlor room with all day coffee, teas, seasonal fruit and sweets. You can also help yourself to our ‘honor bar’, featuring snacks, bottles of wine, spirits and soft drinks for sale.