$$$$ — A super cute inn in Cape Arundel, about a 10 min drive from Kennebunkport right on the ocean.

$$$$ — New England cozyness right in the heart of Kennebunkport.

$$$ — Right on Gooch's beach in Kennebunk and very cozy with a variety of rooms, suites or beach homes.

$$$$+ — An iconic inn in Kennebunk! It's definitely on the very pricey side, but even worth a drop by for a bite.

$$$ — Right in the Port! A very cute hotel and restaurant right across the wharf from the Clam Shack.

$$$$ — These adorable lil' cabins in Kennebunk Beach right across from the water.

$$$ — Right in the cove in between Kennebunkport and Kennebunk Beach.

$$$ — A Maine classic! They don't have availability online but if you call you can book for the dates.

$$ / $$$ — Right across from Gooch's beach as well in Kennebunk Beach! You need to call to check for availability.

$$$$ — Stunning rooms right in the Port!

$ — A cute and quant Bed and Breakfast right in the port! Availability isn't online yet, so call and check.

$$$ / $$$$ — An absolutely gorgeous retreat and hotel. It's bungalows and cabins so if you book with a group, it makes it more affordable!

$ / $$$$ — Kennebunkport is a major vacation town for Quebecers and most have been renting homes through the local realtors for decades! If you plan on booking in a group, a home is an amazing option to get something with a great location, cozy rooms, and for a solid price.

$$ / $$$ — Here's 3 AirBnb's that we found! Feel free to check them out or do your own search and add anything that you find to the wishlist.

This place is outrageous, lobster bibs and all. If you want a classic Maine messy lobster meal, this is the place to go.

The best margarita in Maine! Pedro's is a must for a tequila filled lunch before you waddle over to Gooch's beach on your bike. We love the taco salad in a giant fried tortilla!

The best lobster roll in America. No . . . like officially. Get a lobster roll and some fried clams! Oh, and don't forget a fresh lemonade from next door (or maybe they also own this stand?).

A cozy french restaurant right in the port with a lovely ambience and great food!

Until Sarah went veg, she swore by their Steak & Cheese. Apparently they fly the bread in from a small town in France every morning. Can't confirm or deny.

The best Ben & Jerry's in the world. . .  unofficially. The phish food here is for some reason 10 times better.

The owner of this bike shop is such a sweetie! And they rent lovely Linus bikes that you can ride from Mother's beach to the Bush compound.

Before 9am and after 5pm, Gooch's beach becomes dog-friendly and everyone in town brings their pups down to play in the ocean! A must-do to walk on the beach during that time.

Kennebunkport has a bunch of very cozy and New England-core shops. Our favs are Daytrip Society, the saltwater taffy shop, and the quant lil' bookshop.

Sarah and her family have been staying across the street from Mother's Beach for the last 30 years! It is a right of passage to read a book on the beach, pass out, and wake up with the worst sunburn of your life. The water can be chilly but you better get in there for a swim!

Gooch's Beach is the best surfing spot in Maine! There's a lovely local surf shop called Aquaholics that you can rent a board and wetsuit from. Catch Kyle out there every morning!