KENNEBUNKPORT Once just a quaint fishing village, Kennebunkport, Maine, is quickly becoming a vacation
destination for travelers seeking an easy-to-reach location, fine dining, countless activities and luxurious—yet affordable—accommodations. A simple four-hour drive from New York, Kennebunkport is an ideal weekend escape for those looking for a quick getaway. We pick some of our favorite spots in this beautiful jewel of the southern Maine coast. NATURAL LUXURY If you truly want to experience the beauty of Maine, but with all the comforts of a luxury hotel, it doesn’t get any better than Hidden Pond. Tucked away on 60 acres of birch and sweet fern forest, Hidden Pond has been referred to as “the Ritz Carlton of summer camps.”
addition, a daily breakfast basket will be delivered right to your door.
At Hidden Pond, the hardest part of each day may be deciding what to do next. Wander meandering nature trails, or take a beach cruiser bike and explore Kennebunkport’s winding back roads. Go paddleboarding, learn how to build a bird house, Prominently perched on the Atlantic Ocean or take a yoga class surrounded by nature at All of Hidden Pond’s beautifully appointed on Maine’s picturesque southern coast, the the Farm. Or for a true indulgence, book guest cottages feature flat screen TVs, air seaside village of Kennebunkport boasts & Resort, a grand summer estate nearby an appointment at the Tree Spa,innestled conditioning, wireless internet, screened pristine beaches, diverse accommodations, into the trees above the lush forest floor. outdoor showers,that Frette and varied and limitless porches, activities in arainsetting options for travelers. Included linens, fireplaces, and iPod docking is at once stylish and traditional. The If the beach is more your speed, head to stations. beauty Two-bedroom also inabundant natural of cottages its four Hidden Pond’s sister property, The Tides clude makes full kitchens which can be stocked distinct seasons Kennebunkport Beach Club, where “Beach Tenders” will be favorites prior to arrival. In a versatile with and your desirable year-round destination, with high season occurring in July and August. Kennebunkport is located just 25 minutes from downtown Portland, a short two-hour drive from
joy, fun and entertainment. With diverse luxury properties – Hidden
notable restaurants and event venues
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of activities for shoppers, foodies, art lovers, beach goers and adventurers. Historically has been a seaside tourist destination for well over a century. Period architecture recalls this bygone era, with historic homes, you have a plush tosureshoulder withtowel, the comfy rockychaircoastline, connected by nature trailswater. that meander and cooler packed with chilled through conservation landon and marshes. They’ll even bring you lunch thesalt beach. Hidden Pond also features several onsite dining options, including Earth, a collaboaboard a lobster boat to watch the locals ration with Boston chef and James Beard haul their traps, or simply relax and soak up Award-winner Ken Oringer. Earth offers farm-fresh grown Hidden their own ingredients idea of “the wayonlife should be,” Pond’s own organic farm,truly along with and Kennebunkport has local something meats, seafood,Whether and cheeses—all overlookfor everyone. for a day trip, weeklong or destination wedding, ing thevacation, pond and nightly bonfires. Kennebunkport and the Kennebunkport
a collection of resort properties unique in design, style and architecture. All share a common intuitive understanding of exceptional guest service, unmatched attention to detail and sophisticated style as well as a strong desire to create
the Grand Hotel, Lower Village’s newest boutique hotel offering sweeping views of
Kennebunkport provides visitors with a beautiful oceanfront location, a vibrant
at the Kennebunkport Inn, and The Tides experiences, each very different from the next in style, design and culinary inspiration.
BEACH CHIC If you like the beach, The Tides Beach Club is the place for you. The only hotel overlooking pristine Goose Rocks Beach, The Tides is1-855-573-7186 one of Kennebunkport’s Call to true learn about an exclusive special offer for Resident readers and for reservations. Explore the Kennebunkport Resort Collection’s portfolio: Resident kennebunkportresortcollection.com