Freya’s Ice Cream in Rockport

At Freya’s Ice Cream in Rockport, Therese Winterheart is redefining the ice cream shop experience with a European-inspired twist. Her passion for food, hospitality, and gathering people together led her to create a space that’s as warm and inviting as it is unexpected. “I wanted an elevated, elegant ice cream shop—one that wasn’t just for kids but also a place where adults would want to linger, have a glass of wine, and enjoy the atmosphere,” she explains. With cozy fur throws, rustic wood tones, and a nod to Scandinavian and Parisian aesthetics, Freya’s feels like a step into another world.

Therese’s gelato and sorbetto are crafted with precision, using high-quality ingredients that allow every flavor to shine. “Gelato has less butterfat than American ice cream, which means you taste the flavors immediately, without a heavy coating on your tongue,” she says. Whether it’s her from-scratch caramel, intensely rich chocolate, or a rosemary-infused blood orange sorbet, every scoop is made with care. Beyond the sweets, Freya’s also offers savory buckwheat crepes, hearty enough for dinner, and a curated selection of wine, beer, and house-made cold brew. “We wanted this to be a place where you can grab a drink while the kids get ice cream—where everyone in the family finds something they love.”

Unlike seasonal ice cream spots, Freya’s stays open nearly year-round, from mid-February to mid-December, offering everything from summer root beer floats to mulled wine in the colder months. Situated near Rockport’s Walker Park and the harbor, it’s the perfect stop before a seaside stroll or a night of live music downtown. “Rockport is changing in exciting ways,” says Therese, “and we’re happy to be part of that shift—offering something different, something cozy, and something delicious.”

FAMOUS FOR:
Handcrafted gelato flavors, savory buckwheat crêpes, and a glass of wine in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

ADDRESS:
7 Main St in Rockport, ME

WEBSITE:
freyasicecream.com

photos by Peter Logue