The Yellow Farmhouse Guidebook
Restaurants/Coffee Shops
(6min drive) Quirky, warm American bar/eatery, with select mains, housemade desserts & outdoor seating. Open for lunch and dinner. Definitely call for a reservation - Krista's books up fast!
55 locals recommend
Krista's
2 Main Street(6min drive) Quirky, warm American bar/eatery, with select mains, housemade desserts & outdoor seating. Open for lunch and dinner. Definitely call for a reservation - Krista's books up fast!
(7min drive) Lindsay's is the best breakfast place in the area - it's definitely worth checking out. Lindsay's is also a great place for lunch and dinner. It usually pretty busy on weekends, so getting there early is always a good idea. Lindsay's is on the first floor of the Cornish Inn, which has been in operation since 1820 and is the epitome of small town charm.
Lindsay's at The Cornish Inn
2 High Road(7min drive) Lindsay's is the best breakfast place in the area - it's definitely worth checking out. Lindsay's is also a great place for lunch and dinner. It usually pretty busy on weekends, so getting there early is always a good idea. Lindsay's is on the first floor of the Cornish Inn, which has been in operation since 1820 and is the epitome of small town charm.
(1min drive - walkable!) Fantastic family run bakery - I go there at least twice a week. They have breakfast sandwiches on homemade biscuits, bagels, english muffins, or cinnamon toast; cookies, muffins, cakes, cupcakes, and scones; pastas and other pre-made meals. Try their Maine blueberry pie!
Sugar-N-Spice Bakery
28 Federal Road(1min drive - walkable!) Fantastic family run bakery - I go there at least twice a week. They have breakfast sandwiches on homemade biscuits, bagels, english muffins, or cinnamon toast; cookies, muffins, cakes, cupcakes, and scones; pastas and other pre-made meals. Try their Maine blueberry pie!
(5min Drive) Very popular - best seafood in the area. Bay Haven's is a destination for foodies. It's very busy, but you can usually get in without a reservation.
24 locals recommend
Bay Haven Lobster Pound
101 Maple St(5min Drive) Very popular - best seafood in the area. Bay Haven's is a destination for foodies. It's very busy, but you can usually get in without a reservation.
(7min drive to Cornish) Adorable coffee shop with specialty coffees, homemade baked goods (gluten free!) acai bowls, smoothies, and sandwiches. There is also great wifi. Try Margaret's homemade Chai!
7 locals recommend
The Coffee Joint
22 Main St (7min drive to Cornish) Adorable coffee shop with specialty coffees, homemade baked goods (gluten free!) acai bowls, smoothies, and sandwiches. There is also great wifi. Try Margaret's homemade Chai!
(5min Drive) A local favorite for pizza and sandwiches. Indoor seating and a take-out window.
Sofia's Pizza & Roast Beef
125 Maple St(5min Drive) A local favorite for pizza and sandwiches. Indoor seating and a take-out window.
(20mins) Located on Province Lake Golf Course, this restaurant is located in a beautiful old Carriage House. It's cozy and the food is great. It can get busy, so you'll want to make a reservation before driving there.
The Carriage House Bistro & Tavern
18 Mountain Rd(20mins) Located on Province Lake Golf Course, this restaurant is located in a beautiful old Carriage House. It's cozy and the food is great. It can get busy, so you'll want to make a reservation before driving there.
Unique Local Favorites
(2min Drive - walkable!) Candlepin bowling with original machines from the 1950s. Very fun vintage vibes. They also have pool tables, dart boards, board games, and food.
Archie's Strike & Spare LLC
135 Federal Rd(2min Drive - walkable!) Candlepin bowling with original machines from the 1950s. Very fun vintage vibes. They also have pool tables, dart boards, board games, and food.
(20min drive) This is a hidden gem... Beautiful venue in a restored post and beam barn accessed only by dirt road. Incredible world class musicians (Brandy Carlisle, Rachel Price, Aaron Neville). There are several shows a week and the food is excellent. Definitely check out their schedule while you are here.
53 locals recommend
Stone Mountain Arts Center
695 Dugway Rd(20min drive) This is a hidden gem... Beautiful venue in a restored post and beam barn accessed only by dirt road. Incredible world class musicians (Brandy Carlisle, Rachel Price, Aaron Neville). There are several shows a week and the food is excellent. Definitely check out their schedule while you are here.
(Across the street!) The gorgeous Kezar Falls Theater was built in the 1880s. During non-covid times; you can see musicians, films, and talent shows here. Run by Smooth Feather Productions, a non-profit dedicated to supporting activities for youth in the community. All events are free - visit their website to become a patron!
Smooth Feather Productions
21 Main St(Across the street!) The gorgeous Kezar Falls Theater was built in the 1880s. During non-covid times; you can see musicians, films, and talent shows here. Run by Smooth Feather Productions, a non-profit dedicated to supporting activities for youth in the community. All events are free - visit their website to become a patron!
A shop in Cornish Village that offers a wide variety of Gifts, Cards, Jewelry, some Vintage Wares. If you need anything printed or copied, Kate is happy to help.
The Inkwell
A shop in Cornish Village that offers a wide variety of Gifts, Cards, Jewelry, some Vintage Wares. If you need anything printed or copied, Kate is happy to help.
Neighborhoods
Cornish is a destination for its restaurants and antique shopping. Park near Thompson Park and then spend the afternoon browsing through the many antique and gift shops. Keep in mind that most shops and restaurants in Cornish are closed on Tuesdays.
22 locals recommend
Cornish
Cornish is a destination for its restaurants and antique shopping. Park near Thompson Park and then spend the afternoon browsing through the many antique and gift shops. Keep in mind that most shops and restaurants in Cornish are closed on Tuesdays.
(30min drive) North Conway is surrounded by the White Mountains and is a popular tourist spot with it's restaurants, breweries, and shopping. A favorite spot for hikers, climbers, bikers, and skiers.
206 locals recommend
North Conway
(30min drive) North Conway is surrounded by the White Mountains and is a popular tourist spot with it's restaurants, breweries, and shopping. A favorite spot for hikers, climbers, bikers, and skiers.
Outdoor Adventures
(10min drive) A 3.4 mile loop with 360 degree views. This is a popular local hike for a reason.
Burnt Meadow Mountains
(10min drive) A 3.4 mile loop with 360 degree views. This is a popular local hike for a reason.
(15min Drive) Mount Cutler Trail is a 4.3 mile loop trail located near Hiram, Maine that features a river and peaking two mountains. It's a moderate hike worth the views.
Mount Cutler
(15min Drive) Mount Cutler Trail is a 4.3 mile loop trail located near Hiram, Maine that features a river and peaking two mountains. It's a moderate hike worth the views.
(20min Drive) Douglas Mountain Loop is a 1.8 mile loop trail located near Sebago, Maine that features views of the white mountains and, of course, Sebago Lake.
22 locals recommend
Douglas Mountain
(20min Drive) Douglas Mountain Loop is a 1.8 mile loop trail located near Sebago, Maine that features views of the white mountains and, of course, Sebago Lake.
(2min drive - or easily walkable!) I love going for a walk that starts on a trail directly behind the Hiram Town Hall. This walk follows the Ossipee River all the way down to the Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds. You'll find plenty of great swimming holes along the way. It's also a great for cross country skiing in the winter.
Ossipee River
(2min drive - or easily walkable!) I love going for a walk that starts on a trail directly behind the Hiram Town Hall. This walk follows the Ossipee River all the way down to the Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds. You'll find plenty of great swimming holes along the way. It's also a great for cross country skiing in the winter.
(20min drive) 3 x 18 hole courses, open year round. Beautiful course
8 locals recommend
Woodland Valley Disc Golf
106 Burnham Rd(20min drive) 3 x 18 hole courses, open year round. Beautiful course
Local Farms
(7min drive) This place is incredible... I might be a bit biased because this is where I grew up and the farm has been in my family since 1949. The farm is gorgeous and has beautiful views of the rolling hills in our valley. We have the only certified organic apple orchard in Maine - you can pick your own! Apple Acres has both indoor and outdoor dining and makes the best pizza in the area - stone fired, thin crust, and with local ingredients. We also make paninis, salads, and have a great selection of craft beer and hard cider. Of course, you'll have to try the cider donuts, fudge, pies, and sweet cider.
6 locals recommend
Apple Acres Farm
363 Durgintown Rd(7min drive) This place is incredible... I might be a bit biased because this is where I grew up and the farm has been in my family since 1949. The farm is gorgeous and has beautiful views of the rolling hills in our valley. We have the only certified organic apple orchard in Maine - you can pick your own! Apple Acres has both indoor and outdoor dining and makes the best pizza in the area - stone fired, thin crust, and with local ingredients. We also make paninis, salads, and have a great selection of craft beer and hard cider. Of course, you'll have to try the cider donuts, fudge, pies, and sweet cider.
(20mins) Pine Root is a diversified vegetable and flower farm located in beautiful Steep Falls, Maine. They are family friends and are dedicated to growing healthy, affordable food for the community and to supporting other local producers.
Pine Root Farm
1000 Pequawket Trail(20mins) Pine Root is a diversified vegetable and flower farm located in beautiful Steep Falls, Maine. They are family friends and are dedicated to growing healthy, affordable food for the community and to supporting other local producers.
Groceries
(5min Drive) The largest grocery store in town with everything you will need for your stay.
8 locals recommend
Call's Shop'n Save
200 Maple St(5min Drive) The largest grocery store in town with everything you will need for your stay.
(1min drive - Walkable!) Great little convenience store with basic groceries, selection of craft beer, and a full kitchen that makes pizzas, sandwiches, and salads. The locals LOVE their breakfast pizza - it sounded strange to me too... until I tried it :)
Village Variety
27 Federal St(1min drive - Walkable!) Great little convenience store with basic groceries, selection of craft beer, and a full kitchen that makes pizzas, sandwiches, and salads. The locals LOVE their breakfast pizza - it sounded strange to me too... until I tried it :)
First Fruits is an Amish Market that opened in summer 2022. Since it can't be found online, Airbnb is requiring I list First Fruits by its address. But this is a substantial building with produce, baked goods and other groceries. In general - watch out for their horses & carts on all roads in the area. Especially at dawn/dusk.
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First Fruits is an Amish Market that opened in summer 2022. Since it can't be found online, Airbnb is requiring I list First Fruits by its address. But this is a substantial building with produce, baked goods and other groceries. In general - watch out for their horses & carts on all roads in the area. Especially at dawn/dusk.
Breweries
(25min Drive to Limerick) Very cool local brewery, accessed only by dirt road. They have a tasting room.
11 locals recommend
Gneiss Brewing Company
94 Patterson Rd(25min Drive to Limerick) Very cool local brewery, accessed only by dirt road. They have a tasting room.
(35min Drive) A local favorite - a beer garden, weekly entertainment, and light food. Tuckerman's also has a tavern nearby.
53 locals recommend
Tuckerman Brewing Co
66 Hobbs St(35min Drive) A local favorite - a beer garden, weekly entertainment, and light food. Tuckerman's also has a tavern nearby.
(40min Drive) Fantastic food and beer. This place is very popular, maybe call ahead.
138 locals recommend
Moat Mountain Smokehouse & Brewing Co.
3378 White Mountain Hwy(40min Drive) Fantastic food and beer. This place is very popular, maybe call ahead.
(20min drive) A world-class meadery that produces a wide range of styles and flavor profiles. They offer a full food menu, flights, mead cocktails, beer, wine and more. Indoor and outdoor seating are available as well as curbside pickup.
17 locals recommend
Sap House Meadery LLC
6 Folsom Rd(20min drive) A world-class meadery that produces a wide range of styles and flavor profiles. They offer a full food menu, flights, mead cocktails, beer, wine and more. Indoor and outdoor seating are available as well as curbside pickup.
(30min drive) A craft, small-batch distillery in the heart of a historic and charming small-town. They make custom whiskey, brandy, vodka and gin. They offer tastings of their liquors, sodas, mixers and bitters. They offer classes, have a restaurant, gift shop - see their website for their updated schedule.
28 locals recommend
Tamworth Distilling & Mercantile
15 Cleveland Hill Rd(30min drive) A craft, small-batch distillery in the heart of a historic and charming small-town. They make custom whiskey, brandy, vodka and gin. They offer tastings of their liquors, sodas, mixers and bitters. They offer classes, have a restaurant, gift shop - see their website for their updated schedule.