Ballroom
| Maximum Capacity: 50
Planning a larger event? Adjacent to the tavern is our recently renovated ballroom, which comfortably seats up to 50 guests. This versatile space is ideal for corporate retreats, training sessions, rehearsal dinners, milestone celebrations, or holiday parties, offering a stylish yet intimate setting that can be customized to your needs
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 50 People
Step down to our waterfront cottage by Penobscot Bay, where Adirondack chairs invite you to sit back and take in sweeping ocean views. When you’re ready for a little activity, gather your group for a friendly game of horseshoes, croquet, or bocce ball with the Atlantic as your backdrop—an easy way to spark laughter at family reunions, girlfriend getaways, or team-building retreats. Later, stroll the rocky Maine shoreline on a sea-glass treasure hunt, then cap off the day with a boxed lunch or charcuterie platter enjoyed picnic-style on the cliff at sunset.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Amenities
- Waterfront
- Waterview
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
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Atmosphere/Decor:
At Captain Nickels Inn, gatherings naturally spill outdoors. Relax in Adirondack chairs by Penobscot Bay, play lawn games, or gather around the firepit at sunset. A simple mix of fun and relaxation makes every event memorable—true to coastal Maine.
Restaurant/Lounge
| Maximum Capacity: 20
Looking for a unique bar or tavern in Searsport, Maine? Set in the parlor of a Victorian ballroom, The 1874 Tavern evokes days gone by with chandelier lighting and intricate crown molding. Vintage boat photography and nautical artwork mingle with updated chrome fixtures and flat screen TVs for a modern yet classic coastal Maine aesthetic. Sit beneath large bay windows that overlook the Inn’s grounds for an intimate setting or grab a bar top to chat with friends.
Located at the Captain Nickels Inn, The 1874 Tavern in Searsport, Maine invites guests for lively libations, good company, and views of Maine’s mid-coast. In the true art of hospitality, the tavern provides a social atmosphere for guests of the inn to enjoy a curated selection of beverages. Join us for Maine craft brews like Bigelow Brewing, Geaghan Brothers Brewing, and Rock Harbor Brewing. We have a rotating selection of beers and cider on tap. Or, choose from our eclectic boutique wine list that has been curated to suit nearly every palate. With prior reservation, create memories over a delectable charcuterie board or fresh-baked pizza.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Reception
Capacity: 20 People
Amenities
- Full Bar/Lounge
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi