| Now that the holidays are over...it's time for you to | | | | suitable reading material for you to enjoy as you |
| enjoy some real relaxation. Maybe a little "me" time is | | | | snuggle up. |
| what you are longing for? Perhaps a romantic | | | | There are miles of beaches to walk in and around |
| weekend getaway with that special someone in your | | | | Kennebunkport. Even in the winter, you will enjoy the |
| life, just the two of you...or a catch up with your | | | | endless spread of pristine sand, the white pounding |
| best pals? | | | | surf and the sights of people walking dogs, flying |
| It's time for you to get away, relax and rejuvenate. | | | | kites, running and walking. Going to the beach in the |
| You deserve it! | | | | winter is an adventure for those who enjoy seeing |
| And Kennebunkport, Maine offers it all; plenty to see | | | | what the winter sea storms have washed ashore, |
| and do, or just do nothing and lots of lodging choices | | | | discovering shells that have come from halfway |
| and sensational dining options. All offering great value | | | | across the ocean! |
| at this time of year and just a hundred miles north of | | | | Staying in the Kennebunks also offers the winter |
| Boston and only five hours from New York City. | | | | visitor the opportunity to enjoy a drive along the |
| Upon arriving in the Kennebunk region, you feels that | | | | rugged Maine coastline without having to battle the |
| you have stepped back into time. It is not difficult to | | | | traffic that clogs scenic Route 1 in Spring and |
| understand why the carefully restored Main St. is | | | | Summer. Maine has dozens of lighthouses along its |
| listed in the National Historic Register. The charm of | | | | rocky coastline and attracts many visitors ; |
| the quaint brick buildings is not diminished by the | | | | Kennebunk is home to the Goat Island lighthouse, the |
| twenty-first century shops, boutiques and cafes that | | | | last manned lighthouse in Maine and the next to the |
| dwell within. | | | | last to be automated in the United States. There are |
| The Kennebunkport seaside community offers the | | | | at least a half a dozen more within a short driving |
| eclectic New England ambiance that you would | | | | distance of Kennebunkport. |
| expect, while also offering an array of fine | | | | For those who prefer to enjoy the rich culture of |
| accommodations and dining opportunities, endless | | | | this historic town, a stroll along the village streets will |
| miles of beaches, panoramic views of lighthouses, | | | | be to your liking. There are scenic walking tracks, |
| eclectic boutiques, art galleries and outlet stores. The | | | | dozens of cozy boutiques to browse and many fine |
| brisk winter air serves to refresh the soul and the | | | | art galleries to enjoy. The gallery "Home and Away" |
| spirit, and then the abundance of crackling fires in | | | | is the only one of its type along the New England |
| most establishments warm the body and soul. | | | | coast and offers visitors a multi-cultural experience in |
| Perhaps the most renowned lodging in | | | | one location. Scattered throughout the village are |
| Kennebunkport is the famous White Barn Inn ( The | | | | places to buy steaming lattes, cocoa and herbal teas |
| Inn itself offers guests a plethora of choices of | | | | to enjoy while taking in the wonder of seemingly |
| accommodations that combines history, romance and | | | | stepping back to the 1800's. |
| luxury. Every guest room or suite comes with fresh | | | | After a day of total rejuvenation and being |
| flowers, fresh fruit and terrycloth robes. Spa | | | | invigorated by the crisp winter air, you will want to |
| packages are available for those seeking to indulge in | | | | enjoy dinner at one of the famous eateries that |
| luxurious massages, rejuvenating body wraps and | | | | Kennebunkport offers. Grissini Italian Bistro ( is the |
| manicures. Modern conveniences are available to | | | | perfect dining experience for those wanting to |
| those that do not want to forgo the luxury of | | | | continue the day that has been filled with absorbing |
| plasma screen TV's, wireless internet access and | | | | rich history and culture. The atmosphere touts the |
| voicemail access. | | | | exhibition wood-fire oven where authentic Tuscan |
| The Beach House Inn ( is located just two miles | | | | meals with a touch of New England are prepared to |
| (within walking distance) from the historic village of | | | | order. The bistro ambiance and décor creates |
| Kennebunkport and offers all of the amenities of a | | | | the illusion of being in Olde World Tuscany. |
| luxurious seaside retreat, but in a more relaxed | | | | For those desiring to enjoy a formal dining |
| "cottage" type atmosphere. Here, you can sit inside | | | | experience, there is only one choice. The White Barn |
| beside the fireplace and enjoy the panoramic ocean | | | | Restaurant ( offers a genuine gourmet experience in |
| views or you can walk the beach hand in hand and | | | | New England's only AAA Five Diamond and Mobil Five |
| watch the chilly water spray into the air while the | | | | Star award winning restaurant. The finest of dining |
| Atlantic surf pounds. | | | | cuisine is served in two fully restored mid-1800's |
| Yet another accommodation choice to consider is the | | | | barns that offer crisp white linens, candlelight and |
| Breakwater Inn and Spa ( sitting at the mouth of the | | | | floor to ceiling windows. Service is impeccable and |
| river and straddling the juncture as they say, "where | | | | meals are prepared with finesse, using only the finest |
| the river meets the sea". This 1800's Inn offers the | | | | of ingredients. |
| nautical atmosphere of the sea for those who desire | | | | So, are you ready now for that getaway weekend |
| to stay in the lap of luxury whilst watching waves as | | | | or mid-week escape? Are you longing for the |
| boats maneuver in and out of the inlet. Indulge and | | | | opportunity to explore another world for just a day |
| relax even further at the Breakwater Spa, located | | | | or two? Kennebunkport is within easy reach of |
| adjacent to the main Inn. | | | | anywhere in New England and offers enough variety |
| After enjoying a leisurely breakfast at your | | | | to meet the individual needs of each and every |
| accommodation of choice, there are a multitude of | | | | visitor. Go on, jump on the internet or make that call |
| ways to spend your day. If you are staying at one | | | | for your reservations today and then start looking |
| of the hotels that offer a Spa menu, you could | | | | forward to the spectacular rugged coast, the |
| spend the day being pampered inside by the crackling | | | | foaming surf, the crackling fires, and being pampered |
| fire. If you forget to bring a good book, be sure to | | | | at some of the finest of accommodations and dining |
| ask your hosts as they always seem to find some | | | | experiences in New England. |