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February 10th, 2013 by mainestayinn
Now that snow storm Nemo has come and gone in Kennebunkport Maine, we are reflecting on one of the largest snowfalls ever and enjoying the beautiful scenery that comes with it! Just 86 miles to our south, Boston received 24.9 inches of the white stuff, making it the 5th largest snowfall total from a single storm, and nearby Portland, ME broke all time records with their 31.9 inches of snow.
Sledding in Kennebunkport Maine
While we didn’t get quite that much, there is plenty of snow around! Fortunately, Kennebunkport Maine does an astounding job at snow removal, so things are up and running smoothly in town. Now, I may be a little biased, but I have never seen anything more beautiful!
Wintertime activities abound, so folks are out and about, taking advantage of the bright blue skies and sparkling snow (don’t forget your sunscreen!), with snowshoeing, cross country skiing, and sledding. Even before the sun came out yesterday, adults and kids alike could be found taking advantage of the great sledding conditions, so you can be sure that the slopes are going to be well utilized today! But even those who aren’t snow bunnies are enjoying the scenes, taking leisurely drives along the coast and Instagram-ing the heck out of it. Back at the Maine Stay Inn, though, cocoa, coffee, and tea is flowing as visitors are enjoying cozying up by the fireplace in the living room and in the privacy of their rooms and suites. We can’t imagine a more romantic and relaxing way to spend a few days, and with Valentine’s Day just days away it just seems so appropriate. So if you haven’t planned your romantic getaway yet, make sure you take advantage of the idyllic scene set by Nemo!
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February 7th, 2013 by mainestayinn
Many folks around New England are going to enjoy an unexpected snow day tomorrow, but we think the best way to spend a day is at a Kennebunkport bed and breakfast! Honestly, what could be better than playing in some fresh powder? Yes, we’re forecasted to get all white stuff, unlike the southern coastlines of New England, and we’re excited and raring to go! Fortunately for us, Kennebunkport is tops when it comes to snow removal, which means that even in some of the most challenging storms, driving around town is no sweat – or stress (but we always recommend exercising caution on the road!). But the idea of celebrating a much needed snow day in town got me thinking about some of my favorite ways to enjoy a fresh coating of snow, so here are some of my
Snow meets the beach in Kennebunkport!
top picks!
- Grab your snowshoes and go exploring one one of the great golf courses or amazing nature preserves in the area! With thousands of acres of land to explore a stone’s throw from our Kennebunkport bed and breakfast. Not to fret – if you forgotyours at home or have never given them a try, Harris Farm in Dayton has rentals of snowshoes and cross country skis to use on their miles of groomed trails. Plus, you can warm up with hot cocoa in their warming hut afterwards!
- Sometimes a snowstorm is the perfect excuse to catch up on your favorite films with a trip to the movie theater. And at nearby Smitty’s Cinema, you can stay all day, because not only can you order real food (delivered to your table in the theater), but their oversized leather recliners mean that you’ll be comfortable flick after flick! Not willing to change out of your jammies? Borrow a movie or two from our collection and enjoy them in the privacy of your room or suite and you’ll have control over stop and start!
- Lace up your boots and stroll along the coast, because there is absolutely nothing more stunning than the waves lashing the coastline, so enjoy it. Or Instagram it.
- Snuggle! No seriously, I just love cozying up on a comfy couch with a good book, reveling in the heat of a glowing fire, and staring out the window as snow quietly falls around me. And for a change of scenery, you can grab freshly baked cookies at teatime and hop in the tub for a leisurely soak. No sore shoveling muscles for you, because the Maine Stay Inn is taking care of it!
So get ready for a snow day like no other, because spending it at a Kennebunkport bed and breakfast is a fun and relaxing way to enjoy wintertime in New England. Let the snow begin, because once it’s over you can enjoy winter wonderland fun in the sun!
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November 7th, 2012 by mainestayinn
Boy, has Mother Nature been kind to us in Kennebunkport today! Although it was a pretty chilly morning, we awoke to bright, cloudless skies and sun pouring into our kitchen windows. You do know this isn’t going to be a political blog entry, right, folks? So anyhow, after breakfast we each headed out to do our civic duty on this, the first Tuesday of November, and cast our votes in state and national elections. But even when you’re an innkeeper, you need to play a little hooky now and again, so a quick trip to the beach seemed like just what the doctor ordered! And the Kennebunkport beaches sure did not disappoint. We took a moment to
What a beautiful day in Kennebunkport!
appreciate just how gorgeous the Maine coastline was and how lucky we are to get to share our favorite spots with visitors to the area. But, because it was election day, we also took a second to note that despite being associated with one famous Presidential family, we’ve never had to wrangle with voting hassles, since the Bush family typically migrates south around the middle of October. Now, you may or may not know that before moving to Kennebunkport, we lived in Belmont, MA, home to presidential candidate, Mitt Romney. After talking with friends from our old home, we were really counting our blessings, because apparently the lines to vote were unfathomable and the traffic horrendous. Just another reason we’re so happy to be at the Maine Stay Inn! Now, most people don’t have the opportunity to hit the beach on their way to the polls, but when you’re ready for your salt air fix, we’ve got you covered. No matter what happens in tonight’s races, we are so fortunate to have enjoyed another spectacular day in Kennebunkport and look forward to sharing this incredible area with you!
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October 30th, 2012 by mainestayinn
Watching the news today, all of us at the Maine Stay Innhave realized just how lucky we are to have been spared by the wrath of Superstorm Sandy. Along with all of coastal New England, we braced ourselves for a strong battering, expected to bring unprecedented winds and rain to the area, but as the storm’s path grew more certain, warnings eased in the Kennebunkport area,
You can bet the Kennebunkport coastline wasn’t looking quite this peaceful during Monday’s encounter with Superstorm Sandy!
and no mandatory evacuations were imposed, even in low-lying areas like Kennebunk Beach. Forecasters predicted the winds to be worse than those experienced just over a year ago during Hurricane Irene, and they were right! Last year, we took a walk along the beach to experience the sights of surf ferociously pounding the coastline, but this time, winds were so strong we hunkered down safely tucked inside our Kennebunkport Bed and Breakfast. But if you want to see a hint of the surf we experienced before the height of the storm, you can check out the footage from local TV station, WMTW here.
But while the storm mostly downed tree limbs and ripped the remaining foliage from the branches, we escaped unscathed – with one small exception. The top of one of our outdoor lamp posts blew off! A thoughtful guest retrieved it for us, but, alas, it’s destined for the recycling. The kiddos are really in luck – all these fallen leaves won’t be cleaned up before Trick Or Treating time tomorrow night, so it will really add to the spooky ambience of Halloween! All kidding aside, though, Kennebunkport is so fortunate to have been spared from the destruction and severe flooding that other coastal areas in the Northeast are experiencing. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who weren’t so lucky and are now facing the daunting task of cleaning up after the wake of Superstorm Sandy.
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October 24th, 2012 by mainestayinn
The 2012 Fall foliage in New England has been spectacular, with some truly spectacular colors. And in Kennebunkport, we have been fortunate to enjoy quite a long foliage season. While the weather forecasters have just announced that the area has become “past peak,” that certainly doesn’t mean that there aren’t lots of glorious leafy displays to enjoy in the area! It’s particularly hard to
Check out this gorgeous foliage display! And who said we were past peak?
believe that the weatherman thinks we’ve seen the best of the colors, because the giant maple outside my bedroom window is just beginning to turn yellow. Fortunately, that means from mid-September through late October we (and visitors to our Maine bed and breakfast) can drink in the iconic displays of fall foliage in New England!
But since there are some trees that have passed their prime or are dropping their crimson leaves, the best opportunity to enjoy brightly colored leaves are in areas where there are oodles of trees. One of the best spots for glimpsing these great hues is the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust. With a variety of sites throughout town, you’re sure to find a favorite. One of ours is the main site off of Gravelly Brook Road, which offers scenic paths leading to charming fields. So grab your walking shoes and a camera, because this is a spot just waiting to explore! Another glorious spot is one we’ve talked about often, because we just love it so much! Just over the border in Wells, you’ll find the Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm. With seven miles of trails in a variety of terrain, you’ll even have the opportunity to enjoy the late fall foliage while walking a deserted beach! But one of my favorite spots is the elevated pasture located at the center of this beautiful property. So enjoy a leisurely hike through the trails, while enjoying the crunch of leaves under your feet and the colorful foliage arching above your head or kick back and relax in one of the sun-filled fields. Here in Kennebunkport we are enjoying the last of fall foliage in New England and hope you are too!
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October 14th, 2012 by mainestayinn
There’s no other way to describe autumn in Kennebunkport Maine than simply awesome, and a getaway with fun fall activities is the ideal way to make it even better! What could be better than apple picking and corn mazes, or hayrides and pumpkin patches? Since we are very big fans of utilizing local ingredients and seasonal produce, you’ll surely enjoy some classically New England fall fare while visiting the Maine Stay Inn. Ever had pumpkin and sage “home fries”? They’re such a treat, and we’ll even share the
Don’t forget to pick up some pumpkins!
recipe if you’d like. So get pickin’ so you can bring some Maine flavor home with you!
Not far from Kennebunkport Maine, you’ll find Spiller Farm, where you can pick your very own pumpkins – for painting, carving, or (my personal favorite) eating! It’s just over the border in the town of Wells, and is a great spot at any season (berries and veggies in the warmer weather and pumpkins and a few varieties of apples in the fall!). But for mature orchards, check out Giles’ Family Farm, just up the road in Dayton, ME.
Also in Dayton, you’ll find a fantastic corn maze spanning 6 whole acres at Pumpkin Valley Farm! In their 11th year, you’ll be sure to have a great time – and it’s fun for the whole family. But if you are bringing along some pint-sized visitors on your trip to Kennebunkport Maine, you shouldn’t miss out on their giant pumpkin themed bounce-house style jumping pillow. But a little closer to your home-away-from-home, you can enjoy a horse-drawn hayride at Rockin’ Horse Stables right here in Kennebunkport! So take advantage of the beautiful fall weather to enjoy some classic autumn activities, and don’t forget to pop in to the main house for afternoon snacks and a cup of tea or mug of coffee to warm you up from those brisk October breezes.
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October 4th, 2012 by mainestayinn
Columbus Day Weekend is upon us and with it comes some of incredibly fun fall events to enjoy in Kennebunkport. The seasonal festivities are already underway, so if you can sneak out of work early, go for it! Playing hooky from work Friday? We won’t tell! But if you find yourself in town during the morning or afternoon hours, don’t forget that you can actually tourthe Wedding Cake
Enjoy a glorious Columbus Day Weekend!
House instead of just admiring it on the outside. And with amazing weather in the forecast for tomorrow, hopping aboard one of the local multi-masted sailboats would be a great way to start off a special weekend escape. Of course, there are always a plethora of activities and events to make your visit to a Kennebunkport Bed and Breakfast especially enjoyable, but in case you need some extra inspiration, here is a selection of some fun things happening in the area this weekend:
- Catch a show at the Ogunquit Playhouse! The Buddy Holly Show is a Rock ‘N Roll musical sure to bring a smile to everyone’s faces.
- Looking for music that’s a little more “low key”? Check out the organ and trumpet duo at Christ Church in downtown Kennebunk.
- All weekend long you can enjoy the arts scene of Kennebunkport with the Maine Women In the Arts Fall Fine Art Show. Just around the corner from the Maine Stay Inn, you’ll find it at the Masonic Hall, across the street from our local Post Office. Keep your eyes peeled for some of the artists whose work graces our walls!
- Fall Farm Fun Day in Ogunquit brings all of the best things about fall in New England to one place. Go for a hayride, paint some spooky pumpkins, and even make your own scarecrow!
- Get in touch with nature at Laudholm Farm at the Wells Reserve as you enjoy a guided walk. Experience the glorious fall foliage up close and personal and learn something about the miracles of foliage in New England!
All of us are looking forward to a spectacular fall weekend and fall foliage season and can’t wait to share it with you!
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September 25th, 2012 by mainestayinn
September and October are prime times for leaf peeping in New England, and there’s no better place to experience all that encompasses foliage season than at a Maine Bed and Breakfast. Despite some unusually chilly mornings lately, the days have been absolutely ideal for exploring the Maine coastline and taking in the changing of the leaves. The iconic coves off the Atlantic become the perfect spot to take pictures, soak in some sunshine and just frolic at the water’s edge. But sometimes you need another spot to explore other than the beach, and any of the staff at the Maine Stay Innis happy to help you figure out where to meander next – that’s part of the fun of visiting a Maine Bed and Breakfast! But in case you’re feeling a little shy, here are a few of my favorite fall foliage oogling spots!
Thanks to photographer Bob Dennis for this incredible shot off Ocean Avenue!
- Parson’s Walk along Ocean Avenue. Where else can you enjoy incredible views of the ocean and amazing architecture, featuring historical “cottages” sandwiched by modern reproductions. Plus, you can make pit stops along the way at the shops and restaurants scattered between our Maine bed and breakfast and the Bush family compound and stop at St. Ann’s Episcopal church for one of the best nearly 360 degree views of the water.
- The Kennebunkport Conservation Trust properties are great for hiking, especially at this time of year, when the foliage is beginning to blaze with color. While these leisurely hikes may have been passed over for beachfront trails during the summer, they are a must-try during the autumn months!
- Cape Porpoise and Goat Island Light – right here in Kennebunkport lies one of Maine’s smallest lighthouses, just off the pier in Cape Porpoise. Kill two birds with one stone for this mini-expedition, as you’ll see a scenic harbor and working fish pier, a stunning lighthouse, and the foliage ablaze on and off shore. What could be better than that?
The Atlantic Ocean, just steps away, is constantly changing the view, and during the autumn months, the leaves on the trees are as well, and it’s so exciting! Plus, the opportunities to capture some incredible scenes exist at every turn. So break out your walking shoes and your camera, and we’ll see you in Kennebunkport!
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September 4th, 2012 by mainestayinn
Welcome to Kennebunkport!
Now that Labor Day has passed, our Maine Bed and Breakfast wants to make sure that everyone enjoys a September getaway, because this is a hidden gem in Kennebunkport. Many people think that summertime ends on Labor Day, but here in Maine, that couldn’t be farther from the truth! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, and I’d gladly shout it from any rooftop, because September is incredible!!!! And after a hot summer like this one, the water is reaching record high temperatures at the beach. Plus, if the summertime got away from you before you took that summer vacation, the Maine Stay Inn tries to make it as easy as possible to enjoy a beach vay-cay, by providing parking passes for the Kennebunk beaches, beach towels, chairs and umbrellas! Yep, that means you don’t have to worry about shlepping any of those things from home. It gets better, though, because if you want to reconnect with your inner child, we’ve got sand toys, boogie boards, and skim board to make your day on the sand and in the surf that much more fun.
Now you can enjoy all the incredible things about a getaway to Kennebunkport at an even lower price! Visit our Maine Bed and Breakfast between now and September 20th and enjoy our “September Sizzler” pricing. That means you can plan a relaxing five day, four night vacation and pay for only three! But if you can’t play hooky from work for four days, you can take advantage of a three night escape and save 50% on your third night. That’s not all, though, because the Maine Stay is also offering guests the opportunity to stay for just $199 on any night from Sunday to Thursday (and that’s valid on a two night stay too!). So choose from four rooms (Victorian Charm #15, Four Poster #18, or Cottage Suites 10 or 11) for just $199 plus tax, and you’ll still enjoy our unparalleled hospitality, gourmet breakfast, Summer Vacation Package, and afternoon tea and snacks while sticking to your budget. Don’t let this amazing deal and this incredible weather pass you by, to start planning your Maine Bed and Breakfast vacation today!
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April 16th, 2012 by mainestayinn
A great day for the beach in Kennebunkport Maine!
While it’s only Patriot’s Day and April Vacation week, it feels like summertime has arrived in Kennebunkport Maine, with temps spiking into the 80s today. And with more of the same expected tomorrow and incredible, but not quite so hot, weather continuing this week, it really feels more like summer vacation is upon us! And looking around town and our Kennebunkport Bed and Breakfast, only two things seem to give it away that it’s really only April – the water is still super cold and there aren’t any leaves on the trees yet. So while not too many are going for a swim, there are lots of great summer-like things to do around town this week. Don’t worry, though, because if the surf is calling your name, we’ve still got lots of beach towels to dry you off!
In addition to the shopping and dining opportunities that exist all year long in Kennebunkport Maine and surrounding communities, there are oodles of great outdoor activities to occupy your visit this week. But without any foliage to block the sun’s strong rays, be sure to remember lots of sunblock – sunburns hurt just as much now as they might in a few more months! (And yes, that lesson was learned the hard way…) This week many visitors are enjoying walks and picnics along the Kennebunk beaches, which tops the charts for length and convenience. Plus, it’s just a two minute drive from our Kennebunkport Bed and Breakfast. Others seem to be hankering to dust off the hiking boots and really get in touch with nature, so Wells Reserve/Laudholm Farm is attracting lots of attention. And with its ever-popular beach trail, you can get your fill of sand, sun, and streams all in one place. But many visitors to Kennebunkport Maine are just celebrating this glorious stretch by relaxing in our very own backyard, enjoying our just-power washed assortment of comfy lawn furniture. So whether you’re on va-cay or just looking to play some hooky, Kennebunkport’s calling your name – come play!
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