The Canticle Hotel in Kennebunk, Maine, is aremarkable adaptive re-use project, transforming a former elementary schoolinto an exquisite boutique hotel. Nestled on a serene 47-acre site by theKennebunk River, the hotel shares this idyllic location with the FranciscanMonastery. Guests can immerse themselves in the tranquil beauty of tree-linedtrails and riverbed views. Only minutes away from downtown Kennebunkport andits beaches, the Canticle Hotel offers a perfect blend of relaxation andconvenience.

The heart of this project is the conversion ofthe former school building into a welcoming haven. It will feature 53guestrooms, a restaurant with a bar, versatile meeting spaces for weddings andbusiness events, a fitness center, a dedicated children's area, an outdoorpatio, a swimming pool, and a charming outdoor wedding event area. The existingTutor House will offer 12 guestrooms and staff housing rooms. ThisEuropean-inspired design lends an elegant and timeless ambiance, creating aunique and unforgettable experience for guests in this tranquil riversideretreat.