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Maine Summer Vacation Package

Sunday, March 7th, 2010

Kennebunkport is the ideal place for your summer vacation – stunning beaches, fine shops and galleries, and incredible restaurants.  And Kennebunkport’s location is ideal, as it is just 90 miles from Boston, 30 miles from Portland, ME, and Portsmouth, NH, both home to great cultural opportunities and more great dining (always my primary concern!), and of course, just 40 miles to famed Freeport – the home of L.L. Bean.  I just can’t fathom what isn’t to like about Kennebunkport.  I mean, I may be biased, but still.  Really, though, you can reach Kennebunkport incredibly easily and even without a car.  Once you are here, you don’t actually need a car – great sandy beaches are only about a mile away and excellent restaurants and activities are just a short stroll from the inn.  The outdoor opportunities are innumerable – and incredible.  And did I mention the food?

The Maine Stay Inn, of course, makes it our business to make your vacation better than you imagined.  Kennebunkport is wonderful, but a stay at the Maine Stay Inn and Cottages it the key to making your Maine Summer Vacation perfect.  So this summer, from June 1 through September 15, the Maine Stay Inn will offer complimentary passes to the Kennebunk Beaches with any two or more night stay.  That means you can enjoy the glories of Southern Maine’s incredible beaches at no cost to you!

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Summer Vacation in Kennebunkport

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

Before moving to Kennebunkport to pursue innkeeping at the Maine Stay Inn, I had visited Kennebunkport Maine only twice before.  Neither was during the summer.  In fact, it snowed both times.  But after two summers I fully understand what makes Kennebunkport the perfect spot for a summer vacation (okay, I realized it a long time ago, but now I finally feel ready to share).

First off, it’s easy to get to.  Kennebunkport is just 86 miles from Boston and 35 miles from Portland.  That mean’s it’s accessible to everyone.  There’s no worrying about ferry schedules (hello, Martha’s Vineyard!) or twisting mountainous roads (can you say “White Mountains?”).  You can leave Boston after work and get to the Maine Stay before dinner. Or fly into Portland (possibly the world’s most navigable airport) and bite into our famous chocolate chip cookies in under 40 minutes.

Second, dining options abound.  If you’re a regular Maine Stay Inn blog reader, you know how much I love good food!  Kennebunkport offers amazing options for all kinds of eaters of all ages, and most within easy walking distance of the Maine Stay.  That means that you don’t have to venture far from the inn or beach for a wonderful meal.

Which brings me to reason number three – the beaches.  The beaches of the Kennebunks are fantastic.  I mean truly spectacular.  And there are so many options!  If you visit with kids, head to the Kennebunk beaches for easy access and minimal schlepping of beach toys.  For avid runners and walkers, the small beaches and coves along Ocean Avenue are not to be missed.  Those bringing or renting bicycles should head to Parson’s beach, a treasure with impossible parking.  And couples looking for peace and quiet along the shore should hit up Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport.

An explanation of the appeal of Kennebunkport would not be complete without mentioning the incredible shops of Dock Square, the spectacular galleries dotted throughout town, or the plethora of outdoor activities, like kayaking and canoeing, running and biking, whale watching and sailing, and golf.  But the part I have most trouble explaining is Kennebunkport’s charm.  This town is so quaint and endearing, with just the right amount of history and architectural appeal, but also the pop of spectacular sands and edible creations.

My words just don’t do Kennebunkport justice, so come to the Maine Stay Inn to see all that Kennebunkport has to offer and find out why Kennebunkport is the perfect summer vacation destination.

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Early Booking – A Traveler’s Best Friend

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

With the advent online reservations, TripAdvisor, and Expedia, it has gotten easier and easier for travelers to book last-minute vacations and weekend getaways.  And while it may be getting easier, it certainly isn’t getting better.  Yes, you can sometimes find “deals,” but most often this is to the detriment of the traveler.  Hands down, the best values can be had by booking early, often, and over the phone.  Here’s why:

  • The best rooms go first (how many innkeepers have their best booking room available for Valentine’s Weekend on the Saturday before?).  And “best” can mean most expensive, but always means the room that packs the best value (maybe it’s the only room with its own porch in the summer, but the smallest room with a jacuzzi and fireplace in the winter; or maybe it just got renovated and the new pictures aren’t online yet).  And at a time when everyone is traveling smarter, those best value rooms are a must!
  • When you book early and over the phone, innkeepers have the opportunity to get to know you and your needs.  That’s because when you’re booking a summer reservation in March, they have the time to talk to you and figure out which room or suite is going to suit you perfectly.  Not to mention that that “perfect” room is probably available.  Booking early means you won’t have to compromise on the amenities that are essential to giving you the best vacation possible.  Not to mention, they may feel more inclined to throw in something special for that anniversary, birthday, or honeymoon celebration.
  • Booking repeatedly at one place makes you special.  You become a guest that we look forward to sharing our renovations with, that we think about when telling stories about favorite guests, and a guest that we check in with throughout the year. But as a repeat guest, you get the inside scoop on special packages, promotions, and steep discounts throughout the year.  Don’t delete our newsletter now, you hear?

So while it may seem passe, pick up the phone for your next reservation, talk to the innkeepers, and let us make sure that your next getaway is absolutely perfect.  And call early to make sure that you get the best bang for your buck and best experience imaginable in Kennebunkport.  Because at the Maine Stay Inn we strive to make your getaway exceed all your expectations!

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It is finally Beach Weather in Kennebunkport

Thursday, May 28th, 2009
summer at last

summer at last

We’ve waited patiently at the Maine Stay Inn for a sunny, hot forecast.  Finally, last week it actually was hot for a few days. Would we be able to serve our guests breakfast on our wrap around porch for the first time this season?! It was as though summer blasted in over night and we rushed to make the property ready for summer.  We put our air-conditioners in, laundered beach towels, picked up our outdoor plants, and put aside our normal indoor chores. We planted the impatiens, hung our flower baskets, readied our Kennebunkport Cottages, and painted outdoor furniture. And yes, breakfast on the porch was a hit! Guests went to Cape Porpoise to see the local lobstermen bring in their catch or biked to Goose Rocks beach and walked the quiet 3 miles of white sand and peaceful shoreline.  Other guests took the trolley to the Kennebunk beaches and walked the sidewalk along the gorgeous stretch of our scenic coast. Restaurants such as Mabel’s and Bandaloop were booked for our guests who enjoyed eating out on their decks and patios.  The Schooner Eleanor and the whale watching boats went out.  Some guests played golf while others rented bikes. Glorious summer time is finally back.   

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