Art & Antiques

Visit the local art galleries of so many of our talented area artists and fine craftsmen. Folk art, fine American crafts, jewelry, pottery, original oil paintings, watercolors, seascapes, and limited edition prints. Explore the Portland Museum of Art, showcasing the artistic heritage of Maine.  Are you an antiques buff?  You’ll want to peruse the charming shops along the antiques trail of southern Maine.

Beach & Nature Walks

Walk our deserted beaches, beautiful in any season.

Explore the diverse habitats of our coastal Maine ecology at Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm , once a 1600 acre seaside farm, now a national reserve. 

History Museums and Village Walking Tours

Relive the fascinating history of the area’s ship building and sea-faring heritage.  The Kennebunkport Historical Society offers an excellent brochure entitled “Strolling through the Port”, outlining three different self guided walking tours through the historic district of Kennebunkport.

Kennebunk’s Brick Store Museum is open year round exhibiting treasures of the rich cultural heritage of the Kennebunks. 

Golf

Cape Arundel Golf Club, Kennebunkport, Maine 
Webhannet Golf Club, Kennebunk Beach, Maine
Dutch Elm Golf Course, Arundel, Maine

Kennebunkport Restaurants

From casual to fine dining, Kennebunkport offers a wide selection of restaurants, open year round.    Whether you seek Maine lobster or romantic candlelit dinners, we are happy to make suggestions and/or reservations. Find the perfect restaurants for you while in Kennebunkport.

Maine Lighthouses

Take a drive along the coast from Portland Head Lighthouse to the Nubble Lighthouse and be sure to bring your camera to capture the beauty of these beacons of the past.

Shopping

Looking for a unique gift? Explore the quaint boutiques and shops of Dock Square, a short stroll from the inn.  For outlet shopping, we are centrally located between the Kittery outlets to our south and the town of Freeport to our north, home to L.L. Bean.

Sightseeing

Walker’s Point, summer residence of our 41^st president, President George Bush.

Cape Porpoise is the working fishing harbor of Kennebunkport, dotted with lobster boats and views of Goat Head Lighthouse.

Scenic Drives & Day Trips: The Maine Stay is the perfect home base for exploring southern Maine! We have a variety of wonderful day trips all mapped out for you. Whether you are seeking scenic byways, oceanside cliff walks, fishing villages, long sandy beaches, rocky coastlines, apple orchards, pumpkin patches, foliage tours, lighthouses, state parks or nature trails, just ask us for our favorite itineraries and driving directions!

Spa Services

Spa at River’s Edge  ~ A premier, full service day spa located on the picturesque Kennebunk River.

 

Winter Outdoor Activities

Rockin Horse Stables ~ For romantic horse drawn sleigh rides, wagon and carriage rides.
Harris Farm ~ Offering cross-country skiing, equipment rentals and lessons.

For more area information, visit the Kennebunk/Kennebunkport Chamber of Commerce