Kennebunk welcomes you to the Maine event
Following the Mousam River inland from the Gulf of Maine on the Atlantic Ocean, the idyllic town of Kennebunk is the picture-perfect image of Maine coastal living. First settled in 1621, the charming village, rocky coastlines, and waves crashing on the beaches look like something out of a movie. Together with the neighboring town of Kennebunkport, the Kennebunks are the epitome of the New England simple life. A Kennebunk vacation rental will have you rubbing elbows with a mix of vacationers and locals, and maybe even a former President or two. And of course, there's lobster and blueberries – this is Maine, after all.
Your chance to snap the most photographed house in Maine
One visit to Kennebunk's Wedding Cake House, dating from 1825 and adorned with ornate Gothic scrollwork, and you'll understand why it's the most photographed house in the state. Get a taste of local history at the Kennebunk Inn, built in 1799, and the Brick Store Museum, opened during the Great Depression in 1936 and housing exhibits on local history, art, and culture. Head to Kennebunkport to shop in Dock Square and visit the quaint lobster village of Cape Porpoise. Be sure to wave to the Bush family at Walker's Point.
A bounty of birds, beaches, and blueberries
The Maine coast is world-famous, and a Kennebunk vacation rental is your chance to see why. The sands of Mother's Beach and Gooch's beach are the perfect place to take in the sunrises and crashing waves. Become one with nature at the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, where boardwalks meander through forests, rivers, and salt marshes, creating the perfect setting for unrivaled birdwatching and nature walks. Head to the Nature Conservancy Blueberry Barrens for 1,500 acres of nature trails and blueberry fields, where you can pick your own treats to bring home with you.
Debunking the myth that winter can't be fun
Kennebunk may see plenty of heavy snows from December to March, but the fun doesn't stop. Though the temperatures may drop below freezing starting in November and lasting till April, holiday celebrations and cozy eateries will have you forgetting the cold (just be sure to bundle up). Kennebunk vacation rentals are in peak demand during the warmest summer months of June to August, when high temps are in the 70s and the weather is perfect for exploring the coast. Fall sees brilliant foliage displays starting in September, so don't forget your cozy sweater and camera.
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Kennebunk
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to appreciate the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Kennebunk. These are a few of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge (2.6 mi / 4.1 km)
- Kennebunk Beach (3.5 mi / 5.6 km)
- Mother's Beach (3.6 mi / 5.8 km)
- Drakes Island (4.1 mi / 6.6 km)
- Gooch's Beach (4.1 mi / 6.6 km)
- Wells Beach (4.7 mi / 7.6 km)
Transportation to and around Kennebunk
The nearest airport is in Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM), located 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional), which is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) away.
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