All along the Mid-Coast, you'll discover lighthouses, charming villages, glacier-carved peninsulas, and grand panoramas. Come hide away at one of our acclaimed inns. Go antiquing, attend a country auction, browse irresistible shops, visit a museum, and take in a play or concert. Go biking or kayaking, sail on a famous windjammer, take a scenic train excursion, ferry to spectacular islands, or go sightseeing for seals, whales, puffins and dolphins. Join the fun at one of our special events, too! When it's time to dine, there's everything from salty to sophisticated, including plenty of just-caught lobster. In the winter, go skiing, skating, or tobogganing, or just curl up by the fire.
Attractions | Mid Coast Maine Accommodations
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| | Breathtaking coastal scenery, broad beaches of pure white sand, and quaint, picturesque New England villages mark the Southern Maine Coast. This Maine includes the historic coastal towns of York Harbor and Kennebunkport, the artistic community of Ogunquit, and the thriving city of Portland. Feast on lobster in the rough or dine at one of the many fine restaurants; explore classic lighthouses, secluded harbors and rocky shorelines, or shop at the Kittery Outlets, antique shops or local boutiques. Four seasons of activities include seasonal festivals, cultural events, historical museums, theater and nightlife. Beautiful sandy beaches, inlets and harbors offer endless opportunities--from swimming and sailing to sea kayaking and fishing. The Southern Maine Coast is a vacation paradise year-round.
A visitor to the southern coast of Maine can stay at any one of our six member properties and visit all the attractions highlighted below.
Attractions | Southern Maine Coast Accommodations
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| Nubble Lighthouse at Cape Neddick Commisioned and built in 1879, Cape Neddick Light -
popularly known as Nubble Lighthouse - sits on a small
tranquil island just off the northern end of York's Long
Sands Beach. With its handsome Victorian keeper's house, trimmed with gingerbread and red shutters, Nubble Light is
one of the most photographed spots on the Maine coast. This welcoming beacon for visitors to the Yorks symbolizes the regions perfect combination of heritage and recreation... its
miles of beautiful beaches, spectacular sailing and fishing...its many-hued fall foliage, winter cross country skiing and colorful holiday festivities...its many fine restaurants, great shopping bargains and lively cultural activities.
Attractions | Nubble Lighthouse at Cape Neddick Accommodations
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