Compass Rose Books

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3 Main St
Castine, ME 04421
a carefully curated bookstore & cafe specializing in maritime history, showcasing coastal Maine-based writers, offering a thorough selection of environmental history writing. We’re located in the picture perfect coastal town of Castine, Maine, just up from the town dock. Pull up a chair, pick up a book and point your compass toward an adventure.

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4.57 reviews
Cecilia S.
10/15/2021

My son lives in Castine and introduced me to Johanna and Compass Rose Books! We indulged in a fabulous cappuccino as we perused the store. I will definitely come back again! My son is an avid...

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Valentina L.
10/2/2023

Great little place to peruse the books and grab some local coffee and homemade goodies. Grab some local gifts as well.

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Brooke K.
6/7/2022

Lovely. Just lovely. It's a charming book store with a wide selection of local history, environmental books and much more. They have a small coffee shop in the back and the women who work there...

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Felicity M.
2/14/2020

On a chilly winter day, when most places are closed for the season, we found a cozy book shop with wonderful coffee and warm hospitality. Spotting a book on a shelf from my childhood brought back...

Eamon K.
10/17/2021

The best spot in town! Such a friendly and cozy atmosphere my family would be lost without it. Delicious coffee for Mom and Dad + an awesome selection of books for the kids.

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