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 the OldorFort & class Resort, a grandbysummer takeInn a yoga surrounded nature at All of Hidden Pond’s beautifully appointed on Maine’s picturesque southern coast, the estate in nearby Cape Arundel – the book KRC the Farm. Or for a true indulgence, guest cottages feature flat screen TVs, air seaside villageconditioning, of Kennebunkport boasts offers unique and varied options for travelers. an appointment at the Tree Spa, nestled wireless internet, screened pristine beaches, diverse accommodations, Includedinto in the thetrees KRC’s portfolio a number above the lushare forest floor. porches, outdoor rain showers, Frette and limitless activities in a setting that is at of notable restaurants and event venues linens, fireplaces, and iPod docking once stylish and traditional. The abundant If the beach is more your speed, head to cottages also innatural beautystations. of itsTwo-bedroom four distinct seasons Hidden Pond’s sister property, The Tides clude fullakitchens can be stocked makes Kennebunkport versatilewhich and desirable Beach Club, where “Beach Tenders� will be with your favorites arrival. In year-round destination, with prior hightoseason occurring in July and August. Kennebunkport is located just 25 minutes from downtown Portland, a short two-hour drive from Boston, and five hours from New York City.
The Kennebunkport Resort Collection is 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 extraordinary guest experiences filled with joy, fun and entertainment. With diverse luxury properties – Hidden Pond, one of the finest luxury boutique hotels in the Northeast; the Kennebunkport Inn, a classic New England inn centrally located in downtown Kennebunkport; the Cottages at Cabot Cove, featuring individually designed waterfront cottages; the Grand Hotel, Lower Village’s newest boutique hotel offering sweeping views of the Kennebunk River; The Tides Beach Club, Southern Maine’s only beachfront luxury boutique hotel; and
including Earth at Hidden Pond, One Dock at the Kennebunkport Inn, and The Tides Beach Club. All offer outstanding dining experiences, each very different from the next in style, design and culinary inspiration.
Kennebunkport provides visitors with a beautiful oceanfront location, a vibrant town in Dock Square, and an amazing array of activities for shoppers, foodies, art lovers, beach goers and adventurers. Historically a shipbuilding and fishing village, the town has been a seaside tourist destination for well over a century. Period architecture recalls this bygone era, with historic homes, cozy inns, and stunning oceanfront manses. Expansive sandy beaches stand shoulder-to shoulder sure the you rocky have a plush towel,connected comfy chairby nature with coastline, and cooler with chilled water. trails that packed meander through conservation land andeven saltbring marshes. Coastal They’ll you lunch on theMaine beach. is the ideal playground for those who love the water. a schooner or deep-sea HiddenCharter Pond also features several onsite fishing boat, aboard a lobster boat to watch the dininghop options, including Earth, a collabolocals haul their traps, or simply relax and ration with Boston chef and James Beard soak up the sun. Every visitor to Maine leaves Award-winner Oringer. Earth offers with their ownKen idea of “the way life should farm-fresh ingredients grown on Hidden be,� and Kennebunkport truly has something Pond’s own organic farm, along for everyone. Whether for a with day local trip, weekmeats,vacation, seafood, andor cheeses—all overlooklong destination wedding, ing the pond and nightly Kennebunkport and bonfires. the Kennebunkport Resort Collection offer an unparalleled WBDBUJPO FYQFSJFODF JO UIF /PSUIFBTU t 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 Call to true learn about Tides is1-855-573-7186 one of Kennebunkport’s an exclusive special offer for Resident readers and for reservations. Explore the Kennebunkport Resort Collection’s portfolio: Resident kennebunkportresortcollection.com