Best of all, you can stay longer for less by taking advantage of three-nights-for-the-price-of-two deals at several of the state\u2019s best hotels.<\/p>\n
Kennebunkport Calls<\/h2>\n![\"the](\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Bush-Compound.jpg\")
The Bush compound. Photo by Susan Breslow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe best known of the local families are the Bushes. George and Barbara built a sprawling family compound on a piece of land that stretches into the Atlantic Ocean. However, unless you\u2019re expecting an invitation from the 41st president and his wife, you will need a place to stay.<\/p>\n
The destination\u2019s best lodgings belong to the Kennebunkport Resort Collection<\/a>, where if you stay two midweek (Sunday-Thursday) nights after Labor Day, the third night is free. The package includes complimentary breakfast each morning.<\/p>\nIn the Center of It All<\/h2>\n![\"Dock](\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Dock-Square.jpg\")
Dock Square in the center of Kennebunkport. Photo by Susan Breslow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nKennebunkport is small and walkable, with a diverse selection of shops and restaurants. Like to shop? You\u2019ll find stores selling crafts, tons of T-shirts, toys for both dogs and humans, and edibles. Our favorite purchase was a sweet blueberry spread with no added sugar.<\/p>\n
If you want to see this maritime town the old-fashioned way, horse-and-carriage rides are available and kinda romantic, especially when you have a warm blanket to protect you from autumn\u2019s chill.<\/p>\n
Local Lodging and a Good Deal More<\/h2>\n![\"Kennebunkport](\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Kennebunkport-Inn.jpg\")
The Kennebunkport Inn has a classic New England look. Photo by Susan Breslow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nKennebunkport accommodations range from an historic house to an ocean-view inn to a luxe beach club.<\/p>\n
Closest to town, the Kennebunkport Inn<\/a>, once a tea merchant\u2019s mansion, has stood overlooking Dock Square since 1899. Its cozy atmosphere pays homage to the Inn\u2019s nautical past. Foodies with a taste for seafood and tasty cocktails enjoy The Burleigh restaurant inside.<\/p>\nAs the Inn is a member of the Kennebunkport Resort Collection<\/a>, you can stay two midweek (Sunday-Thursday) nights and get the third night free as well as breakfast each morning. Nightly rates start at $99 through December 28, 2017.<\/p>\nCape Escape<\/h2>\n![\"interior](\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Rockbound-Bungalow.jpg\")
Rockbound Bungalow at Cape Arundel Inn. Photo by Susan Breslow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nTwo miles from the center of town, Cape Arundel Inn & Resort<\/a> is so close to the Atlantic that the ocean will be your lullaby. Its 31 guest rooms are scattered around the property. Some are in the Main House, an updated 19th century Victorian mansion on Ocean Avenue. Others are in the Club House, tucked away on 15 wooded acres.<\/p>\nRockbound Bungalow units are comfort personified. Rooms are decorated in soothing blues and grays. King-size beds with a quilted velvet headboard are sheathed in Frette linens. And the necessity of life, wi-fi, is complementary. Our room also had a gas fireplace and 27\u201d TV, its diminutive size perhaps an admonition to pay more attention to each other.<\/p>\n
The room\u2019s French doors lead to an ocean-view balcony overlooking a small lawn and the Atlantic beyond. From your deck, the George and Barbara Bush compound is visible. Rates start at $129 per night and the three-for-two offer with free breakfasts is valid through December 28, 2017.<\/p>\n
By the Beach<\/h2>\n![\"inside](\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Inside-the-Tides.jpg\")
Inside the Tides. Photo by Susan Breslow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFor most of the year it\u2019s too cold to swim in the ocean this far north, yet couples who adore the shore still can choose a sophisticated beachfront resort, frolic in the sand across the street and eat well.<\/p>\n
The Tides Beach Club<\/a> personifies seaside chic and features the island\u2019s most luxurious rooms (two suites feature Jonathan Adler designs). There\u2019s also a vibrant bar and restaurant. Rates at the three-nights-for-two price start at $219 daily through October 28, 2017.<\/p>\nPerfect Pok\u00e9<\/h2>\n![\"tuna](\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Tuna-Poke.jpg\")
Not to be confused with Chicken of the Sea. Photo by Susan Breslow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nAlthough you can certainly savor a lobster roll in the restaurant at the Tides Beach Club, you may want to try something more creative \u2014 and that applies to its dining as well as cocktail selections.<\/p>\n
One of the most inspired offerings is a scrumptious tuna pok\u00e9 in the round. Layered and flavored with avocado, wakame, soy and wasabi aioli, it\u2019s topped with fried wonton slices. It\u2019s the kind of dish everyone ought to share, but no one wants to.<\/p>\n![\"oysters](\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Shirred-Oysters.jpg\")
Shirred oysters at David\u2019s KPT. Photo by Susan Breslow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSomething Else That’s Fishy<\/h2>\n
Another terrific place to savor the Atlantic\u2019s bounty is David\u2019s KPT restaurant in the center of town. Choose a table overlooking the marina from the enclosed deck, and prepare to be delighted.<\/p>\n
While you await your main course, garlic knots will be delivered. Tasty as they are, resist! More goodness awaits.<\/p>\n
Split a lobster roll on a buttery toasted bun perhaps, and then indulge in the smoky mac and cheese, adding lobster\u2026 it’s Maine, after all. If there’s room for dessert, choose anything with a tint of blueberry.<\/p>\n
The best known of the local families are the Bushes. George and Barbara built a sprawling family compound on a piece of land that stretches into the Atlantic Ocean. However, unless you\u2019re expecting an invitation from the 41st president and his wife, you will need a place to stay.<\/p>\n
The destination\u2019s best lodgings belong to the Kennebunkport Resort Collection<\/a>, where if you stay two midweek (Sunday-Thursday) nights after Labor Day, the third night is free. The package includes complimentary breakfast each morning.<\/p>\n Kennebunkport is small and walkable, with a diverse selection of shops and restaurants. Like to shop? You\u2019ll find stores selling crafts, tons of T-shirts, toys for both dogs and humans, and edibles. Our favorite purchase was a sweet blueberry spread with no added sugar.<\/p>\n If you want to see this maritime town the old-fashioned way, horse-and-carriage rides are available and kinda romantic, especially when you have a warm blanket to protect you from autumn\u2019s chill.<\/p>\n Kennebunkport accommodations range from an historic house to an ocean-view inn to a luxe beach club.<\/p>\n Closest to town, the Kennebunkport Inn<\/a>, once a tea merchant\u2019s mansion, has stood overlooking Dock Square since 1899. Its cozy atmosphere pays homage to the Inn\u2019s nautical past. Foodies with a taste for seafood and tasty cocktails enjoy The Burleigh restaurant inside.<\/p>\n As the Inn is a member of the Kennebunkport Resort Collection<\/a>, you can stay two midweek (Sunday-Thursday) nights and get the third night free as well as breakfast each morning. Nightly rates start at $99 through December 28, 2017.<\/p>\n Two miles from the center of town, Cape Arundel Inn & Resort<\/a> is so close to the Atlantic that the ocean will be your lullaby. Its 31 guest rooms are scattered around the property. Some are in the Main House, an updated 19th century Victorian mansion on Ocean Avenue. Others are in the Club House, tucked away on 15 wooded acres.<\/p>\n Rockbound Bungalow units are comfort personified. Rooms are decorated in soothing blues and grays. King-size beds with a quilted velvet headboard are sheathed in Frette linens. And the necessity of life, wi-fi, is complementary. Our room also had a gas fireplace and 27\u201d TV, its diminutive size perhaps an admonition to pay more attention to each other.<\/p>\n The room\u2019s French doors lead to an ocean-view balcony overlooking a small lawn and the Atlantic beyond. From your deck, the George and Barbara Bush compound is visible. Rates start at $129 per night and the three-for-two offer with free breakfasts is valid through December 28, 2017.<\/p>\n For most of the year it\u2019s too cold to swim in the ocean this far north, yet couples who adore the shore still can choose a sophisticated beachfront resort, frolic in the sand across the street and eat well.<\/p>\n The Tides Beach Club<\/a> personifies seaside chic and features the island\u2019s most luxurious rooms (two suites feature Jonathan Adler designs). There\u2019s also a vibrant bar and restaurant. Rates at the three-nights-for-two price start at $219 daily through October 28, 2017.<\/p>\n Although you can certainly savor a lobster roll in the restaurant at the Tides Beach Club, you may want to try something more creative \u2014 and that applies to its dining as well as cocktail selections.<\/p>\n One of the most inspired offerings is a scrumptious tuna pok\u00e9 in the round. Layered and flavored with avocado, wakame, soy and wasabi aioli, it\u2019s topped with fried wonton slices. It\u2019s the kind of dish everyone ought to share, but no one wants to.<\/p>\n Another terrific place to savor the Atlantic\u2019s bounty is David\u2019s KPT restaurant in the center of town. Choose a table overlooking the marina from the enclosed deck, and prepare to be delighted.<\/p>\n While you await your main course, garlic knots will be delivered. Tasty as they are, resist! More goodness awaits.<\/p>\n Split a lobster roll on a buttery toasted bun perhaps, and then indulge in the smoky mac and cheese, adding lobster\u2026 it’s Maine, after all. If there’s room for dessert, choose anything with a tint of blueberry.<\/p>\nIn the Center of It All<\/h2>\n
Local Lodging and a Good Deal More<\/h2>\n
Cape Escape<\/h2>\n
By the Beach<\/h2>\n
Perfect Pok\u00e9<\/h2>\n
Something Else That’s Fishy<\/h2>\n
![\"cheddar](\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Cheddar-and-Blueberries.jpg\")
![\"Ocean](\"https:\/\/travelingboy.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Ocean-Restaurant.jpg\")