FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Please do not hesitate to reach out to Abigail or Danny with any additional questions.

How do we get to the island?

Transportation is provided to and from the island for the Welcome Party and Wedding. Please see Transportation tab for details including shuttle bus pick-up locations and ferry times.

For those staying on Chebeague, there are two ferries to the Island, departing almost every hour. Both ferries are <$20 round-trip. There is also a private water taxi.

  • Ferry Option #1 - Recommended: Chebeague Transport Company (CTC) is a 15 min ferry from Cousins Island, which drops off right in front of the inn and is a ~30 min Uber from Portland airport (LINK)

    • If you are driving your own car, there is a satellite parking lot (address here), with buses that take you to the ferry dock (details are on the ferry website)

  • Ferry Option #2: Casco Bay Lines is a ~60 min, more scenic ferry from downtown Portland, which is a 15 min Uber from the airport (LINK)

  • Ferry Option #3: Fogg's Water Taxi is a private water taxi for up to 6 people for $280 round trip (LINK)

How do we get from the ferry dock at Chebeague to the Inn?

  • The Inn in a short walk from the dock (0.2 miles, ~5 minutes). Vans will be available for those needing assistance.

Can we park at the CTC ferry dock?

  • Parking is not allowed at the CTC ferry dock (178 Wharf Rd., Yarmouth, ME).

  • Instead, guests that choose to drive their own car should park in the CTC Satellite Parking Lot (located here, directly across the street from 1 Thomas Drive, Cumberland Foreside, ME) and use the shuttles that leave from the Satellite Parking Lot.

  • Parking is $15 / day, paid in cash at the booth in the middle of the lot. The lot is safe to park in overnight.

What if we miss the shuttle bus or ferry?

  • If you miss the shuttle bus, please Uber to the CTC ferry dock (178 Wharf Rd., Yarmouth, ME)

  • If you miss the ferry, please take the next ferry out to the island (schedule available at this LINK)

Do we need to rent a car?

  • Renting a car is not necessary unless you are planning to venture further up the coast. Transportation is provided for both wedding events and Ubers are available in Portland.

Are there cabs in the Portland area?

  • In addition to Uber and Lyft, there are several cab companies that can be ordered ahead of time or called on-demand:

    • 207 Taxi (LINK)

    • Portland Airport Express (LINK)

    • Portland Taxi Services (LINK)

 

What is the dress code?

  • Welcome Party: Island dressy casual (button downs or polos for men; blazers optional)

  • Wedding: Cocktail attire (suit or jacket and tie for men)

  • NOTES:

    • Please wear appropriate footwear for grass

    • A sweater or wrap is recommended as Maine evenings can get chilly

Are there restaurants on Chebeague Island?

  • There are several restaurants on the island - but double check hours:

    • Chebeague Island Inn (breakfast/lunch/dinner; reservations recommended)

    • Slow Bell (dinner from 5p - 9p and bar until midnight - check hours)

    • Niblic (breakfast and lunch - check hours)

    • Two Birds Café (breakfast and lunch - check hours)