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Town in Maine, United States
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Kennebunkport is a coastal town in southern Maine. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state. It is known for its shopping, atmosphere, and for providing access to Maine breaches. The Bush family, including two United States presidents, often visit their compound on nearby Walker's Point.
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Year round, sunrise to sunset. Includes a place of worship, maintained grounds, and paths that follow the course of the harbor and afford fabulous views of the ships at anchor.
Maintained by The Kennebunkport Historical Society.
Museum displays and rides, including the opportunity to operate a streetcar yourself (with guidance, of course).
Seasonal. Guided and self-guided walking tours.
Open seasonally.
Semi-private 18 holes, 6,049 yards.
The only AAA Five Diamond, Mobil Five Star Restaurant north of New York City. Menu changes daily, four course, fixed price from $91.00 per person plus wines.
Federal Jack's
Brewery tours. Shipyard Ale.
Country location.
Indoor & outdoor heated pools and hot tubs, complete fitness center & function room. Poolside Restaurant in summer. On Trolley Route. Kids Stay Free. Off-season packages.
Downtown location.
Downtown, piano bar.
Oldest inn in the United States, family owned since about 1667. The current innkeepers are 9th generation descendants of the first owner, Jedidiah Gooch. Today accommodations are modern and all guests have access to breakfast in the 1850 boathouse room, ocean view deck and hot tub, and private access to Gooch's Beach.
Providing quality hotel lodging in historic Kennebunkport since 1891. Romantic ocean front inn offering panoramic ocean views across Kennebunk Beach. Rooms cost approx $150 - $290 per night.
formerly the Old Fort Inn
Waterfront lodging, luxury spa, fitness centre and Stripers Seafood Restaurant. Rooms cost approx $170 - $390 per night.
15 upscale cottages
Luxury classical Maine Inn with AAA Five Diamond, Mobil Five Star restaurant. Rooms cost approx $230 - $430 per night.
Waterfront lodging in the heart of Kennebunkport, all inn-style rooms have a nautical theme. Marina dockage available.
The main house, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offer year round guest lodging. Families welcome in the private cottages. Rooms cost approx $229 - $319 per night.
Inn with an on-site spa. Rooms and suites featuring jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces, and a complimentary full country breakfast.
The center of Kennebunkport shopping. Some of the stores are closed or keep reduced hours off-season.
By car
Take the Maine Turnpike (I-95). From Exit 16 (Wells), take Route 109 east to Route 1 to Route 9 east. From Exit 25 (Kennebunk), follow Route 35 east.
By train
Amtrak to Boston South Station. Continuing service with Amtrak Downeaster to Wells Maine.
By bus
Greyhound bus lines service Portsmouth and Portland. From there, one must provide one's own transportation.
By rented car
Taxis are available throughout Maine, but appointments must be made by telephone. In the Kennebunkport area, expect to make the appointment at least 2 hours in advance.
By boat
Kennebunkport is a busy small harbor. Docking can be purchased for short- and long-term. Many boats are stored on land during the winter months.
By bicycle
There are no dedicated bicycle paths in the area. Bicycles are expected to share the road with cars. Bicycles are expected to share the bridal paths with pedestrians (and sometimes horses).
By car
During the primary tourist season (June through August), congestion in Kennebunkport can be severe.
By motorcycle
Maine is known to be friendly to motorcyclists. Coastal Route 1, which runs through downtown Kennebunkport, is a common route for motorcycle touring.
By truck
Kennebunkport Bridge cannot support large loads. The tight turns in the town center prohibit the passage of large trucks. Kennebunkport maintains noise legislation which prohibits engine breaking.
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