Ballroom
| Maximum Capacity: 50
Planning a larger event? Adjacent to the tavern is our recent renovated ballroom which comfortably seats 50 people.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 50 People
Stroll down to the cottage by the bay and relax in Adirondack chairs for panoramic views. Go treasure hunting for sea glass down on the rocky shore. Request a boxed lunch or charcuterie and enjoy picnic style perched on the cliff at sunset. Play horseshoes, croquet, or Bocce ball with the Atlantic as your backdrop. Guests are invited to bring canoes and kayaks to take advantage of our beach access. We do not offer watercraft rentals or training but we can assist with finding local rentals and guides.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
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