Diamond Cove Knitting Escape
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Diamond Cove Knitting Escape 2 - 7 August 2026 |
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Escape with us to the Inn at Diamond Cove, a tranquil island retreat nestled along the pristine shores of Great Diamond Island in Maine's sparkling Casco Bay. Take a short ferry ride from vibrant downtown Portland to be transported to a timeless place unlike any other, enhanced by the island's natural beauty and historic character.
Our escape includes a creative knitting workshop presented in two sessions. It has been designed to be as light or as challenging as you want to make it. Only basic skills are needed. Workshop yarns will be provided.
Our escape includes many meals and plenty of free time for socializing, relaxing by the pool and spa tub and simply enjoying quiet island moments. Beachcombing is an easy morning walk away and for the more adventurous there are bicycles, kayaks and paddleboards available for your use.
No trip to Maine is complete without a lobster roll and we have included a day trip to Portland with a lunch visit to DiMillo's, an iconic establishment where yu can savor this Maine delicacy. Both the Casco Bay ferry terminal and DiMillo's are located in the midst of the Old Port.
The Itinerary:
Sunday, 2 August
You should plan to catch the ferry no later than mid-afternoon in order to be on the island in time for our reception and dinner. Make sure you purchase your ticket for “Diamond Cove”—not all of the boats come here! Your ferry will be met by hotel staff and van to transport you to the Inn.
Reception & Dinner: Diamond's Edge Restaurant, 6:00 PM.
Monday, 3 August
Breakfast: Inn cafe, 7:00 AM- 10:00 AM.*
Workshop: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM. STRUCTURE.
Buffet lunch will be served during the workshop.
Dinner is on your own.**
Tuesday, 4 August
Breakfast: Inn cafe, 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM.*
Day Trip to Portland
Old Port is a historic district with all the charm of an 18th-century neighborhood. Know for its cobblestone streets, 19th century brick architecture, fishing piers, and lively waterfront atmosphere, you can enjoy a variety of activities, including shopping at independent boutiques, dining at local restaurants, and exploring the area. For those interested in history, the Old Port district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, adding to its appeal as a destination for history buffs and tourists alike.
Depending on how much time you would like to spend in the Old Port, you will want to take the 9:40 AM or 11:40 AM ferry to join us for lunch at DiMillo's at 1:00 PM. There are several ferry departures back to Diamond Cove, depending on how much time you would like to spend in the Old Port. Just remember, the last ferry departs Portland at 9:00 PM.
Wednesday, 5 August
Breakfast: Inn cafe, 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM.*
Workshop 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM. COLOR AND PATTERN.
Buffet lunch will be served during the workshop.
Dinner is on your own.**
Thursday, 6 August
Breakfast: Inn cafe, 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM.*
Our last full day on the island with time for relaxing and social knitting.
Lunch is on your own.*
Dinner: Diamond's Edge restaurant, 6:00 PM.
Friday, 8 August
Breakfast, Inn cafe, 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM.*
Check out by 11:00 AM.
You are welcome to enjoy the Inn and island facilities prior to your ferry departure.
Cost:
- $1,995 per-person double occupancy in either two queen bedroom or bi level suite with king bed and queen sofa bed.
- $ 750 single occupancy surcharge.
- Non-knitters (husbands, partners, friends) are welcome. $100 will be deducted from these prices for those not attending the workshop.
* Breakfast is served everyday in the Lobby Bar & Cafe from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. In order to avoid the dreaded breakfast buffet, we have opted to apply a food and beverage credit to each room in the amount of $300 ($150 per person) to cover breakfast. If you are not a big breakfast person, you are welcome to use the credit for other restaurant or bar tabs at Diamond Cove.
**Regarding "on your own" meals: both lunch and dinner are available at various venues at Diamond Cove. Diamond's Edge at the marina offers both dining room and bar menus, indoors or out and the Inn offers both the Lobby Bar & Cafe and the Cabana Bar & Fire Pit. In addition, Portland offers endless dining options a short ferry ride away.
Inquiries:
Please feel free to contact us with any questions at orders.isager.usa@gmail.com.
