The Best Weekend Getaways from NYC 2024

In the early spring, “Southern Maine” was one of the most-searched domestic destinations on Airbnb when it wasn’t quite clear which countries would be opening their borders. And with good reason—this is cabin country par excellence, with low-key townships dotting the craggy shoreline all the way up to Canada.

Only about an hour and half north of Boston lies the town of Kennebunkport, filled with lobster shacks as far as the eye can see. A chic cottage getaway awaits at Hidden Pond, an enclave surrounded by a pristine birch forest, a fresh vegetable farm, and the stunning Goose Rocks Beach. With the feel of a luxury summer camp for adults, the property is converting its standard hotel experience into private summer rentals for 2020. Per the property, this is akin to "the private summer home in Maine you've been dreaming about—without any of the planning, prep work, maintenance or clean up." The amenities are still on offer though; expect the warmest of wakeup calls with fresh coffee and pastry deliveries to your cabin door each morning.

Kick up your feet at the White Barn Inn & Spa, which boasts excellent service, delicious local cuisine, and more than 7,000 wines. His and her bikes are available on property for guests to take into town or to the beach. For a special night out, try the recently reopened White Barn Inn Restaurant, which boasts a four-course

prix fixe menu using all locally sourced ingredients and produce.

For casual dining, clams and lobster rolls are a must at Nunan’s Lobster Hut, which sits off the beaten path and is open for only three hours a day, 5 to 8 p.m. Folks line up way before the opening to secure a spot, and food and service here is cash only.

A penchant for the outdoors is easily appeased at Snug Harbor Farm, where you can purchase a variety of plants and florals, watch ponies roam the grounds, admire a gorgeous peacock, and more. For a midday sip, pop into the Shipyard Brewery for a refreshing Melon beer. Here, you can mix and match Maine sodas and a variety of beers to create your own six-packs for the beach.

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