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waterfront terrace. Start your day with a selection of mouthwatering homemade croissants and muffins included in your stay. The Bistro also serves a variety of New England favorites best enjoyed on the outdoor deck. Diversions are abundant during Maine’s warm months: grab a complimentary canoe and paddle along the Kennebunk River, or take the bicycle cruisers to the local beach or Kennebunkport

have to leave the property for a restful and luxurious holiday. Perfect for a large group, the two-bedroom Cove Suites include a kitchen and dining area, sitting room with fireplace, and a generous outdoor balcony. This summer, the property debuted ten brand-new luxury Beach Suites that can be adjoined to accommodate multi- generational families. The Beach Suites have stunning ocean-view decks with indoor/outdoor fireplaces. At Sea Glass Restaurant, Executive Chef Andrew Chadwick fuses his classical training with New England flavors. The signature smoked mackerel pâté starter is not to be missed. Sea Glass boasts over 300 labels and a 2,400-bottle wine cellar. The Inn is committed to preserving the natural coastal surroundings. Children’s activity tours like the “Bug’s Life” tour and an endangered New England Cottontail habitat share this enthusiasm with their youngest guests in the most exciting and accessible fashion. The resort is the ideal home base for activities such as cruiser bike rides to the Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse, kayaking and wildlife watching. The Lobster Boat tour takes lobster lovers on Casco Bay to haul in their own dinner. An extremely pet friendly hotel, doggies get their own water bowls, beach towels, L.L. Bean blankets, and biscuits

lighting. Executive Chef Matthew Padilla’s four-course prix fixe menu is updated every week, showcasing the best produce and the world’s finest local seafood, including the famous Kennebunkport lobster, Maine halibut and bluefin tuna. The perfect ending is the Grand Marnier soufflé followed by homemade petit fours.The restaurant’s world- class wine list has over 7,000 bottles of wine. On the first Saturday of every month, guests

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art galleries, just a short ride away. After a day of sightseeing, balance your energy at the Spa with a Raindrop Therapy essential oil massage, a wellness treatment based on Native American traditions. You may either book your treatment in a spa room with a private bath and fireplace, or for an evenmore exclusive experience, an in-room massage with a butler-drawn bath, complete with delicious nibbles, can also be arranged. THE WHITE BARN RESTAURANT If you are seriously into food, the White Barn Inn Restaurant should be on your radar. The AAA Five Diamond Restaurant and Forbes Five Star Restaurant is one of only 15 Grand Chef Relais & Chateaux in the U.S. Guests dine in a historic barn where farm gear hangs from the rafters overhead. Amidst the hand- hewn beams is the ground floor dining area, where the tables are replete with crisp white linens, crystal stemware, and romantic candle

are treated to a unique culinary experience, which may be mixing the perfect cocktail, or cheese making. Mark a special occasion with a private cooking class with the chef. For the oenophile, the sommelier will design a dinner with wine pairings in the Tuscany-inspired Wine Room. Top off your perfect Maine experience by the living room fireplace with a nightcap of complimentary brandy and the peaceful view of the Maine outdoors. gracehotels.com/whitebarninn INN BY THE SEA CAPE ELIZABETH, MAINE If you are yearning for that quintessential Maine family vacation, head to Cape Elizabeth’s Inn By The Sea. Although much of Maine’s dramatic coastline is rugged and inaccessible, Inn By The Sea is nestled beside an unspoiled sand beach. Outfitted with spacious accommodations, and a gourmet restaurant onsite, you never

at turn down, not to mention doggie daycare and pet massages. For your own indulgence, start your morning with yoga on the lawn, and then head over to the Spa for a Sea Salt Stone healing massage. Cap the night off with fireside s’mores in ultimate Maine style. innbythesea.maine -PK

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