Wolf Cove Inn
The lovely Wolf Cove Inn has a fascinating history. According to the current owners, Roy and Sue Forsberg, “In 1894, the Wolfs of Pennsylvania built a four-bedroom “cottage” on the property as a summer home for the family. The Maine dining room and the current Winter Harbor Suite, Casco Bay Room, and Penobscot Bay Room made up the rooms contained in the original building.” Over the years, different owners expanded the cottage. In 1950, the owners turned it into a restaurant called “Lobster-Land on the Lake”. It was even used for the filming of a 1963 episode of the TV series, Route 66 with Joan Crawford, Martin Milner, Glenn Corbett, and Tom Bosley. It is said that even William Shatner was there! Click here for a complete history. The Forsbergs purchased the inn in 2013 after successful careers in the technology industry and their dream to pursue a Maine life became a reality.
Today, visitors can find an authentic Maine experience here on the eastern shore of Tripp Lake. The Inn has beautiful gardens, a sweeping lawn, pine groves, and over 560 feet of private shorefront. This is a place to pursue serenity and “Maine, the way life should be” while listening to the haunting call of the loons, watching a spectacular sunset, or experiencing the lake in a kayak.
Not many places consistently receive five-star reviews, as the Wolf Cove Inn does, for the ambiance, the wonderful hospitality from the owners, and the fabulous dining, especially breakfast every morning. In fact, many of the reviews were from people who had their weddings at the Wolf Cove Inn as well honeymoons, anniversaries, or just a perfect escape. The owners have created a Maine travel blog that highlights the many adventures in the area.
Who knew that you could go horseback riding in the snow, hike to beautiful destinations year-round, explore the area, stopping into local farmers markets and artisan shops, or even escape the pandemic by working virtually from the Inn!
If you are interested in the area, Poland Maine is part of the Maine Lakes region and a gateway to western Maine. This area has an abundance of beautiful lakes, countryside, and rich history (Poland Historical Society). The town was settled in 1768 and incorporated on February 17, 1795. One of the earliest settlers was a gentleman named Moses Emery. As a representative to the general court that procured the incorporation in 1795, he was selected to name the town. He loved an ancient melody from the collections of ancient “psalmody” ( the singing of sacred songs as an act of worship) called “Poland” and thus, named the town for this special music.
This beautiful inn is definitely worth a visit!
