New England Hospitality

        Amanda and Derrick are the fifth owners of this historic inn. They purchased the Inn in September 2025, and are already excited about the many years ahead!

        They both bring an array of backgrounds. Derrick is our head of housekeeping, maintenance, construction and anything technical. He had an extensive career in software engineering at both small startups and larger corporations in NYC and Boston. Where he thrives, however, is working with his hands and creating and building. Any major (and minor) improvements to the property are fully credited to him. His compassion and care can be seen with every guest interaction as well.

       Amanda is our head chef, marketing director, landscaper and interior designer. She grew up in a family where food was a source of comfort and a way to show care and creativity. She has also built a career on creating efficiency and streamlined processes in small businesses. These last few years she has worked on expanding her knowledge and skill of cultivating and utilizing native plants in her daily life. 

      Amanda and Derrick both grew up in Massachusetts, and met in college back in 2005. They’ve been residents in Rochester, NY and New York City, Boston and Abington, MA before moving up to Bar Harbor, ME in September 2025. Their young son can be seen around the property helping bus tables and clean up on weekends and summer days.