Kennebunkport

Whether you're sipping cocktails on a waterfront deck or taking a sunset stroll on Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunkport is pure Maine magic. This southern coastal town is full of New England character and year-round charm. Check into the Captain Jefferds Inn, a historic B&B with gourmet breakfasts and welcoming hosts. Or, for luxury in the woods, stay at Hidden Pond, where upscale cabins and treehouses meet spa retreats and farm-to-fork dining.

Spend your day biking to Dock Square’s shops and galleries or walking through the trails of the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge. Don’t miss the chance to hop aboard a lobster boat with Rugosa Lobster Tours. You’ll learn how traps work and maybe even haul one up. For dinner, Earth at Hidden Pond serves up seasonal, local ingredients in a woodland setting that’s truly unforgettable.

Local Tip: Stop at The Clam Shack for a famous lobster roll right by the river.