Quality Gifts & Books on the Maine Coast.
Beyond the Sea is a gift shop, bookstore, and cafe in Lincolnville Beach, Maine, focused on Maine, New England, and U.S.A. makers. Browse art, new and second-hand books, home goods, jewelry, stationery, textiles, specialty foods, and more.
Shop the Shop
Curated Gifts
Art, jewelry, textiles, stationery, and home goods from independent makers across Maine and New England.
Books & More
New titles, second-hand finds, and a dedicated inventory of Persephone Books in reprint.
Cafe' On-Site
Pull up a chair inside our bigger, brighter space with beautiful water views upstairs.
Local Talent
Annual Book Festivals, author signings, and art events featuring Maine's excellent makers.
What You'll Find Inside
A wide-ranging selection for visitors and locals alike, with a focus on Maine, New England, and U.S.A.
Paintings & Sculpture
Original paintings, fiber art, sculpture, prints, and bronze castings from working artists.
ViewNew & Second Hand
An expanded book selection with a big second-floor gallery and event center above the shop.
BrowseHome Goods
Pottery bowls and mugs, chimes, tiles, coasters, unique lamps, and Grey Dog utensils.
ViewLocally Crafted
Sterling, gold, and plate pieces made by jewelers working in Maine and New England.
ViewScarves & Hats
Sporty or dressy, delightful and colorful infinity and traditional scarves, plus locally crafted silk shawls.
ViewBeyond the Sea Book Festival
Each July we host a broad variety of Maine's excellent talent. Past festivals have featured Katherine Hall Page, Dorothy Cannell, Van Reid, and many more — with book signings, talks, and presentations across two floors.
Persephone Books
An independent London publisher reprinting readable, thought-provoking titles that are impossible to forget. Each book is chosen with care: we have to love every book, and each must justify its republication.
From the Shop Floor
A quick look at the kinds of pieces you'll find when you visit us on Route One.
Beyond the Sea is a destination on the Maine coast where browsing feels like a slow walk along Lincolnville Beach. The shop blends the spirit of a neighborhood bookstore with the surprise of a curated gift emporium, inviting visitors to linger between shelves and display tables. Every corner is shaped by an enthusiasm for independent makers, regional craftsmanship, and the kind of small discoveries that turn a quick stop into a memorable outing along Penobscot Bay.
The gift selection celebrates artisans from Maine, New England, and across the United States. Shoppers find hand-bound journals, silk scarves, woven textiles, fiber hats, pocketbooks, and ties that bring color and texture to everyday wardrobes. Jewelry, sculpture, and small-batch toiletries sit alongside hand-pulled stationery, candles, and specialty foods, making the space feel like a curated cabinet of locally made objects rather than a conventional retail floor.
Books remain the heart of the store, with new titles and second-hand finds shelved side by side. Readers can explore a wide range of subjects, from fiction and poetry to local history and maritime themes that echo the surrounding coastline. A dedicated inventory of reprints from a celebrated British publisher gives the shelves a distinctly literary flavor, drawing collectors and casual readers who appreciate overlooked gems in elegant editions.
Beyond the Sea is also a community gathering place, hosting author events, book festivals, and seasonal celebrations that bring readers and makers together. The calendar fills with readings, signings, and themed gatherings that turn the shop into a meeting point for the literary-minded. Visitors are encouraged to browse at their own pace, ask questions, and treat the space as a friendly crossroads of books, art, and conversation.
The on-site cafe adds another reason to stay awhile, offering a relaxed setting between bookstore and shoreline. Guests can settle in with a coffee, a light bite, or a sweet treat while watching the day pass through wide windows. The expanded seating area makes it easy to read a few pages, share dessert with a friend, or simply enjoy the quiet rhythm of a coastal Maine afternoon indoors.
Together, these offerings create a layered experience that reflects the character of Lincolnville Beach itself: unpretentious, curious, and connected to place. The shop rewards visitors who enjoy sifting, comparing, and choosing objects with a story, whether the find is a small piece of art, a comforting read, or a carefully chosen gift. It is a place where quality, regional pride, and the simple pleasure of browsing meet along the Maine coast.