Kennebunks Guidebook
Food scene
Excellent food, raw oysters- seafood, try and snag a table by the river to enjoy the view.
18 locals recommend
The Boathouse Restaurant
21 Ocean AveExcellent food, raw oysters- seafood, try and snag a table by the river to enjoy the view.
Here's a great review shared from Tripadvisor (I couldn't say it any better!)
"I love the patio with the chairs facing the street like in Paris,to see and to be seen! The service was very friendly and the nutella latte and chocolate croissant were excellent. They have a large selection of croissant and baked goods in the morning one of the best espresso that I have in town, they roast the beans and use a real Italian espresso machine in copper!
If you are in kennebunk you have to start your morning here!"
21 locals recommend
Mornings in Paris
21 Western AveHere's a great review shared from Tripadvisor (I couldn't say it any better!)
"I love the patio with the chairs facing the street like in Paris,to see and to be seen! The service was very friendly and the nutella latte and chocolate croissant were excellent. They have a large selection of croissant and baked goods in the morning one of the best espresso that I have in town, they roast the beans and use a real Italian espresso machine in copper!
If you are in kennebunk you have to start your morning here!"
Make a reservation for adirondack chairs- and go enjoy a cocktail and apps by the river.
10 locals recommend
Stripers Waterside Restaurant
133 Ocean AveMake a reservation for adirondack chairs- and go enjoy a cocktail and apps by the river.
Such a pretty spot- enjoy a meal here if you can, or cocktails. They serve breakfast to guests but open to public also. Stunning building and view with loads of history.
10 locals recommend
The Colony Hotel
140 Ocean AveSuch a pretty spot- enjoy a meal here if you can, or cocktails. They serve breakfast to guests but open to public also. Stunning building and view with loads of history.
You'll love it- fun spot for visitors and the locals- a don't miss!
66 locals recommend
Old Vines Wine Bar
173 Port RdYou'll love it- fun spot for visitors and the locals- a don't miss!
Essentials
Great little "mini market" for anything you need or forgot. Also excellent deli for to go sandwiches, baked goods, drinks & WINE offering is excellent.
30 locals recommend
H.B. Provisions
15 Western AveGreat little "mini market" for anything you need or forgot. Also excellent deli for to go sandwiches, baked goods, drinks & WINE offering is excellent.
Sightseeing
Sunoco Gas Station
61 Main StRent scooters here and tour the area!!
You can't "stop" but do drive by and admire this special Kennebunkport spot, where the Bush family has spent summers since 1902. This entire stretch of Ocean Ave is a beautiful drive - or to walk it is even lovelier.
39 locals recommend
Walkers Point
You can't "stop" but do drive by and admire this special Kennebunkport spot, where the Bush family has spent summers since 1902. This entire stretch of Ocean Ave is a beautiful drive - or to walk it is even lovelier.
beautiful grounds and building. Check out anytime grounds are open, take in a service if you're able, this is a truly special spot.
11 locals recommend
St. Ann's by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
167 Ocean Avebeautiful grounds and building. Check out anytime grounds are open, take in a service if you're able, this is a truly special spot.
Beautiful property and trail to meander thru along the river, a very pretty and quiet area close to all the hubbub, but tucked away. Bring a book, sit and enjoy the quiet.
(Not pet friendly)
10 locals recommend
Franciscan Monastery
28 Beach AveBeautiful property and trail to meander thru along the river, a very pretty and quiet area close to all the hubbub, but tucked away. Bring a book, sit and enjoy the quiet.
(Not pet friendly)
Mothers Beach
Beach AveGooch's Beach
Beach Avenue(dog friendly with restrictions)
If you can find parking-- go! It's the sweetest, little private beach in southern maine.
(no pets)
23 locals recommend
Parsons Beach
Parsons StIf you can find parking-- go! It's the sweetest, little private beach in southern maine.
(no pets)
Checkout their website and plan a visit- many programs, trails and experiences on this property to take in. Under 10 min drive from Sea Rd house.
21 locals recommend
Wells Reserve at Laudholm
342 Laudholm Farm RdCheckout their website and plan a visit- many programs, trails and experiences on this property to take in. Under 10 min drive from Sea Rd house.
shopping
A charming and special home store you are sure to find a beautiful keepsake to take home. Don't miss the amazing back portion of the property, farm animals to visit and see, landscaping, and greenhouses galore- succulents & topiaries to die for!
7 locals recommend
Snug Harbor Farm
87 Western AveA charming and special home store you are sure to find a beautiful keepsake to take home. Don't miss the amazing back portion of the property, farm animals to visit and see, landscaping, and greenhouses galore- succulents & topiaries to die for!
Nautical antiques your thing? Full of higher end antiques and home decor, a fun shop to poke and admire and shop anytime of year.
9 locals recommend
Antiques on Nine
81 Western AveNautical antiques your thing? Full of higher end antiques and home decor, a fun shop to poke and admire and shop anytime of year.
Dannah
123 Ocean AveSUCH a fun store to shop in- loaded & I mean loaded with treasures!!
Fantastic home decor shop with many beautiful items you'll be tempted to take home. Owned & styled by local interior designer Nicki Bongiorno.
6 locals recommend
Spaces Kennebunkport
184 Port RoadFantastic home decor shop with many beautiful items you'll be tempted to take home. Owned & styled by local interior designer Nicki Bongiorno.