About the Riverside Inn Bed & Breakfast

Located in East Machias, Maine

History of the Inn

Built in the 1800s, the inn was the former home to two sea captains—Captain William E. Elliott, in the mid-1800s, and Captain James F. Chase, in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Guest rooms are available in the main house (shown at left in above photo) and the coach house (shown at right).

Location

Lilly pond in the Riverside's garden

Situated in an excellent location, you may relax and enjoy nature from the dining room or your private deck, or venture out and take part in this region's many activities. The Riverside Inn & Restaurant offers a variety of cozy rooms, as well as providing you with outstanding cuisine. These special amenities will enhance your stay in this magnificent setting of Down East Maine.

The Innkeepers

The innkeepers, Ellen McLaughlin and Rocky Rakoczy renovated the inn to offer "1830s elegance with Down East comfort". They both received training in the culinary arts in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Rocky is the inn's chef, serving traditional Maine fare, as well as his own creative entrees.