New Sign for Newcastle Inn!

Another bit of news here at Newcastle Inn was the arrival, on Monday, of the new sign. It came from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and was made by Larry Gietl, Sign maker Extraordinaire. Thank you Larry!! It was packed in its' very own crate and I could hardly wait to open the box. Thank goodness for the trusty power drill/screwdriver which made quick work of the task. The sign features the new logo that my partners and I had designed when we bought the inn in May 2008. It is bold, clear and easy to read! Guests often ask about the Irish references around Newcastle Inn and the use of Celtic knot work in the logo. More about that in the next post!

Newcastle Inn Room Redecorating Complete!

At last, the re-decorating project that I undertook three weeks ago is 99.9% complete! I just need to find some wonderful complimentary fabrics and sew up a few pillows.  I am delighted with how it turned out and I know that Newcastle Inn guests will enjoy it as well.
The room has a wonderful clean and crisp feel to it which is exactly what I hoped to create. It is was cloudy today, when I took this picture, but the room still feels light and airy.

Painting Progress & Habitat for Humanity Special

There has been steady progress in the room re-decorating during the past week. The ceiling, walls and trim are painted and the floor has the first of two coats of paint. The color makes me think of spring and believe it or not, last week I saw a flock of robins! There must have been a dozen of them. Spring can't be far off!

Another sign of spring is the arrival again of the "Hospitality for Habitat" program sponsored by the Maine Innkeepers Association. Last year Newcastle Inn participated and the guests of the inn donated $2,985.00 to this very worthwhile cause. Rooms priced $200 or higher will be offered at 50% off with a two night stay from April 12 - May 27, 2010. You can read the details on the Specials Page at the website.