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