Inn by the Sea Becomes Maine's First Virtuoso Hotel

After completing a multi-million dollar renovation, the Four Diamond Inn by the Sea on Crescent Beach fit the Virtuoso® provider profile for properties offering extraordinary travel experiences.

"Inn by the Sea shares Virtuoso's® standards for quality, service and commitment to guests. We believe our intimate hotel and personalized service, combined with our long standing focus on preserving the local environment and pristine beach setting, match Virtuoso's goal for inspired pursuits for their clients," said Sara Masterson, General Manager at Inn by the Sea.

Inn by the Sea, Maine's premier beach destination, is located on Crescent Beach in Cape Elizabeth, just minutes from Portland's vibrant and historic Old Port. Sitting on a mile of unspoiled beach the Inn by the Sea has 57 comfortably appointed suites, rooms and two bedroom cottages. Completely renovated in 2008, the inn added a full service spa, ocean view restaurant Sea Glass, and cozy fireplace lounge and bar to their seaside property.

Guests at Inn by the Sea enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic, five acres of indigenous gardens and a charming private boardwalk that winds through a bird sanctuary to reach Crescent Beach. Spa at Inn by the Sea, the first in Maine built to Leeds® specifications, celebrates its coastal setting with marine inspired treatments and products. Their signature Sea Waves massage, complete with surf surround sound , ocean aroma and an undulating bed synchronized to the therapists strokes, enfold the guest in a complete coastal experience.

While dining in the ocean view Sea Glass guests enjoy Chef Mitchell Kaldrovich's creative menus that give a nod to Casco Bay with produce fresh from the sea or nearby farms. Whether inside the intimate dining room or eating Al Fresco on the deck, panoramic Atlantic views include lobster boats bobbing on the horizon.

Inn by the Sea caters to the individual leisure or business traveler looking for an intimate getaway in spacious one bedroom garden or spa suites with over sized bathrooms and hospitality kitchens. Families planning a beach vacation enjoy the comfort of two bedroom cottages with full kitchens - perfect for multi generational vacations and reunions. Children and pets are welcome with special programs and amenities.

The Four Diamond Inn by the Sea was selected as a one of TripAdvisor's Top Ten Green Hotels worldwide, and Travel & Leisure's Top 100 in US & Canada, and has been certified by the Maine DEP as Green Lodging & Environmental Leader. www.innbythesea.com