Some excerpts from the website of The Kennebunkport Inn that might be useful
Welcome to Kennebunkport. Photo by Robert Dennis. Four seasons of fun await you in the Kennebunks; the destination that;s been dubbed the magical place by the sea. You will love Kennebunkport for its fabulous 18th and 19th century homes, once occupied by merchants and captains of both ship industry. Visit its sweeping beaches, interesting
shops and terrific
restaurants. In Kennebunkport;s Dock Square, you;ll find a picturesque seaside village with world;class shopping,
restaurants that range from the classic Maine clam shack to exquisite fine dining. Here you;ll find whale watching, fishing excursions, sailing and
tour cruises. Enjoy a wide variety of activities in Kennebunkport. Whether you enjoy sports, shopping, historical ventures or just plain adventure-the Kennebunkport Coastal area is abound with something for everyone and for every season! More about Kennebunkport. Points of Attraction. The Inn enjoys the best location, right in the heart of the action. Kennebunkport's Dock Square - Shopping, galleries,
restaurants. Walker's Point: Home of former President George Bush. Museums and Historical Homes. The
Wedding Cake House. Port Walk - A terrific collection of unique
shops on the waterfront. Franciscan Monastery. Rachel Carson Wildlife Sanctuary. Seafaring Adventures. Lobster Boat Cruises. Glass Bottom Boat
Tours. Summer Theatre at the and Arundel Playhouses. Seashore Trolley Museum. Seacoast Reparatory Theater. Nott House - Kennebunkport Historical Society. The Kennebunks are home to four public beaches. The Kennebunkport inn offers
parking permits for the Kennebunk Beaches. The Colony Beach - 150 foot sandy beach located at the southern tip of the coast, by the mouth of the Kennebunk River. Goose Rocks Beach - A large 10,000-foot white sandy beach at the northern tip of the coast located about 4 miles out of town. Gooch;s Beach - Located on Beach Avenue, just 2 miles away, this beach is ideal for jogging, sunning and sand castle building. Kennebunk Beach - The third beach on Beach Avenue is a large sandy beach with a playground and restrooms. It;s also called Mother;s Beach.
Golf Tennis- Terrific world class
golf resorts located within miles of the inn. Cape Arundel
Golf Club.
Tennis at nearby clubs. Cross Country
Skiing. Rocking Horse Stables. Kennebunkport enjoys a fantastic location within just a few hours of New England;s finest towns. Kennebunkport;s location offers the perfect spot to stay for 3 or 4 days and to plan day
trips to such areas as Portsmouth, Freeport, Portland, Ogunquit, North Conway or
Bar Harbor-all within just a few hours drive. Freeport is a beautiful coastal Maine village with over 170 upscale
outlets, designer
shops, eclectic boutiques, BB;s, hotels, fantastic
restaurants casual cafes. Home to world-famous L.L.Bean and to numerous outdoor adventures its charming spot for a brief visit. Freeport Attractions. Freeport
Outlet Shopping. 19th Century Village. Portland is an old seacoast town. It is also a funky city filled with galleries, one-of-kind boutiques and
shops, and incredible
restaurants serving everything from traditional New England clam chowder to nouveau
cuisine. Portland stands as one of the few working waterfronts left in the United States, acting as New England;s largest tonnage seaport and second largest fishing port. Portland is Maine;s largest city with 66,000 full time residents; however it swells to 2 million if one includes annual visitors and part-time residents. Visitors come by car, train, airplane, and boat. At every turn, Portland is an experience for everyone. Portland Historic
Tours. Southworth Planetarium. Portland Observatory. Ogunquit/Perkins Cove Maine. Ogunquit - the beautiful place by the sea offers a wide variety of activities; from the magnificent and exhilarating Marginal Way, a winding footpath which shadows the craggy, rock-bound coastline for more than a mile, to the picturesque harbor of Perkins Cove, to the quaint New England flavor of the Village
Center, a bustling holiday haven to visitors from all over the world, Ogunquit today remains a tranquil, small village that continues to offer almost everything to almost everyone. perhaps nowhere else in the country can. Its countless variety of fine
shops; excellent
restaurants and lodgings; art galleries and museums; the Playhouse and summer repertory theatres; nearby
golf courses and country clubs; fishing, lobstering and sight-seeing cruises, and spectacular views year 'round are some of the best New England have to offer. A world of
shops and
outlets just 30 minutes from the port. Portsmouth New Hampshire. Portsmouth is just 45 minutes away and offers a wide variety of activities. There is nationally acclaimed theatre and music, biking, hiking, fishing, sailing, whale watching, bird watching, sunset cruises, tax-free shopping, historic sites, antique hunting, hay rides, sleigh rides, big name entertainment, museums, New England's biggest water slide park, strolls along the boardwalk, first-class dining and the friendliest people in the world. The list of options and combinations of activities is endless. Here are just a few;. The historic district in Portsmouth. Enjoy exhibits, crafts and
gardens. Isle of Shoals Cruises. Portsmouth Harbor Cruises. Charming historical seaport community with terrific shopping. 2008 Calendar of Events. Come Enjoy the best that the Kennebunkport Inn and the Kennebunks has to offer!! Kennebunks
Wedding Show. A
celebration of Culinary and Visual Arts. Summer Street Stroll. Hidden Pond Decorators Showcase.
Garden Tour of the Kennebunks. Fall Foliage Columbus Day Weekend Specials. Veteran's Day Weekend Thanksgiving
Dinner at the Inn Christmas Presents: enjoy promotions through the
shops. Prelude-Kennebunkport's Annual Christmas
Celebration!
Your Maine Lobster Tale Package includes: Accommodations in a charming
guest room. 10% off any purchase at our
shops. Beach Grass Shell Shack. Deluxe Continental
Breakfast each morning. A culinary delight - Four Course
Dinner at the award winning. Port Tavern
Grille. Scenic
tour of Kennebunkport (seasonal) or complimentary
tickets to. The Epicurean Adventure series here at the Inn (Saturdays February through mid April). All taxes and gratuities. 1/1/2008 to 3/31/2008. 4/1/2008 to 4/30/2008. 5/1/2008 to 5/24/2008. 5/25/2008 to 6/21/2008. 6/22/2008 to 7/12/2008. 7/13/2008 to 8/23/2008. 8/24/2008 to 10/25/2008. 10/26/2008 to 11/30/2008. 12/1/2008 to 12/31/2008. Christmas Prelude (2 Night Package). 12/5/2008 to 12/7/2008 and 12/12/2008 to 12/14/2008. Pamper yourself with a relaxing weekend get away...unwind, relax, rejuvenate and recharge your spirit. Let us take the worry and planning out of your hands. Join us at the Kennebunkport Inn for a weekend where we'll take care of everything so that you can take care of yourself. The Renew and Recharge Package Includes: Charming
guest room accommodations. Deluxe Continental
Breakfast. A culinary delight: Four course
dinner at the award winning.
Spa treatment for two. All Tax and Gratuity. **48 Hour Advance Notice Required**. Your romantic get away includes: Accommodations in a Charming
Guest Room. Champagne Upon Arrival. Enjoy the Romance Gift. Deluxe Continental
Breakfast Each Morning. A Culinary delight; Four Course
Dinner at the award winning. Late Check Out of 1 pm. This perfect One Night getaway includes: A Culinary delight; Four course
dinner at the award winning. **Based on Availability- Certain Dates Require a Minimum Stay. Please Call for Availability **. New Year’s Eve
Celebration 2008. Celebrate the new year INN- style at the Kennebunkport Inn. At the Kennebunkport Inn you enjoy a memorable New Year;s Eve in the finest tradition. Your New Year;s Eve Two Night
Celebration Includes: Champagne upon arrival. New Year;s
Celebration Dinner - 5 Course
Dinner with wine service throughout
dinner at the. Champagne Toast at Midnight with
Party Favors. Entertainment throughout the evening. Your One Night New Years Eve
Celebration Includes: Deluxe Continental
Breakfast in the morning. New Years
Celebration Dinner - 5 Course
Dinner with wine service throughout
dinner at the. One Night (12/31-01/01/09). 1/31/2008 to 1/1/2009. Valentines Day 2008 Two night
Guest Room Package. Valentines
Celebration 4 Course
Dinner at the Award Winning. Fireside Afternoon - of Wines Valentines - A wine and culinary
celebration. A beautiful in
room floral arrangement on arrival. Champagne and chocolate covered strawberries for 2. 2/15/2008 to 2/17/2008. Diamond and All Engagement Package. You will be escorted to a beautifully decorated
room with king size bed in our Mansion or Federal category, and gas fireplace - upon entering you will be welcomed by the scent of three dozen long stem roses, candles twinkling, and champagne chilling. This two night Diamond and All Engagement Package includes: Two custom embroidered luxurious Kennebunkport Inn
bathrobes. Two in
room massages. A private four course
dinner with paired wines in our exclusive Library
Room. The Kennebunkport Inn will include a 1 carat diamond engagement ring to be presented at
dinner during the dessert course. The diamond ring will be enclosed in a specially prepared chocolate box created by our pastry department. What better way to cap off an engagement - a horse drawn carriage ride through romantic Kennebunkport. Offered year round and based on availability. Certain blackout dates apply. Diamond and All Engagement Package - With 1 Carat Engagement Ring: $6,500 Diamond and All Engagement Package - With Out Engagement Ring: $1,550. The Kennebunkport Inn launches its I-Package for the 2008 winter season. This lodging package marries the contemporary tech savvy traveler to the warm New England traditions of the Kennebunkport Inn. You will delight in a one night stay in a beautifully appointed Mansion
room with king size bed, fireplace, and private
bath. The I-Package features are: Deluxe Gilchrist and Soames
Spa Amenities. An In-
room Docking Station. 3 Course
Dinner for Two in our award winning. Port Tavern and
Grill. $10.00 I-Tunes gift card upon check out. With Prices starting at $251.00 this is one apple to bite into! (Excludes holidays, special event weekends). January, February, March, April 2008 : $251.00 May 2008: $310.00