Great Maine Experiences

Barkeep Catering – 207.292.1899, anywhere in Maine, [email protected] – Barkeep Catering is Maine’s premier cocktail catering service! Owned and opearted by Ben Lohnes. They are a fully licensed and insured beverage catering company with a passion for cocktails and fun! Have you ever attended a wedding or event where the bar was inadequate? We’re sure you haven’t forgotten. Barkeep Catering is only focused on the bar and providing their guests with the best quality cocktails and service to help make every event perfect! They will go anywhere in the state of Maine!

Have Barkeep Catering make your next event unforgettable!

Maine Brews Cruise – 207.200.9111, 320 Fore St., Portland, [email protected] – Try out a Brew Tour, they are wicked fun! Get a behind-the-scenes look at Maine’s craft breweries, distilleries, wineries, and more. Tours are led by expert guides in addition to a knowledgeable non-drinking driver to ensure the best possible experience. There are a large variety of wonderful tours to pick from. All tours include a local snack or meal, trivia, behind-the-scenes experiences, and of course delicious beverages! They also offer private/corporate tours, group trips and adventure tours. Tours are very popular, so sign up quickly. Book right online! Most tours leave from above address.

#1 TripAdvisor Tour and Activity in Portland!

Ricker Hill Hard Cider – 207.225.6165, 11 Ricker Hill Road, Turner, [email protected] – We are big cider fans and this is our favorite by far! Yes it takes just over an hour plus to drive from the Saco area! Some ciders they have nearly year round, while others rotate seasonally. They also have many types of wines as well. Usually 12 different taps and even more by the bottle. Everyone that works there is super helpful! Get a menu, then ask for help understanding the basics of the dry, sweet and in between. Get the samples you want. Figure out what you really like, then ask about the latest combinations – the options are nearly endless! You can purchase bottles, cans and flagons to take with you. They have some great gifts, free popcorn and you can bring your own food in. Seating outside is available when the weather is nice. They do tours during brewing season. Check out their apple store down the street. Want to know our favorites, it is the Blueberry Cider and Cranberry Wine!

Come Experience the Most Wicked Good Cider Ever!

Round Turn Distilling – 207.370.9446, 32 Maine St. Building 13W, Suite 103, Biddeford, [email protected] – If you like gin, you have to check this place out! Abby and I were hooked from our first visit, that was now years ago! Bimini has been in our house continuously since that first visit. Now there are 3 types available! They serve delicious cocktails in a relaxed environment as well as sell the different types of mixes and souvenirs right in the shop. If you can’t get to this location, Bimini is also available in stores throughout the state.

This is a Gin Lover’s Heaven!

Stone Fort Distillery – 207.590.3528, 26 Pearl St. (Suite 204), Biddeford – Eric and Jenn invite you to try their authentic, high quality and ultra-smooth crafted vodka and whiskey made right here in Biddeford! Their grain to glass method creates an elevated flavor that stands out! Come visit their tasting room and try some amazing signature cocktails, then purchase some great spirits to take home! Also available in some local stores.

Experience the Difference, Hand Crafted Spirits!

Alouette Beach Resort – 207.934.4151, 91 East Grand Av., Old Orchard Beach, [email protected] – Right on the beach! You pick the accommodations from budget beating economy rooms to luxury suites! We’ve been in the building in the picture, it looks right over the beach and it is amazing and modern!  It is a 4-season year-round getaway destination. The highlights of the long list of features include: clean, modern, wonderfully friendly staff, cable TV, free WiFi, all rooms have air conditioning, complimentary parking, seasonal indoor and outdoor pools, free full access to Saco Sport and Fitness. pet friendly rooms, laundry facilitates, snack shack, grills for guest use and beach items for rent. Only 10 minute walk to the pier! Easy online booking or you can call.

Beautiful Accommodations on Old Orchard Beach!

 Moontide– 207.934.2759, 10 Traynor St., Old Orchard Beach, [email protected] – What a fantastic combination: steps from the beach, family friendly/clean/comfortable, about a 10 minute walk to downtown and reasonably priced!  All rooms include a private bath, air conditioning, WiFi, cable TV, a pool, backyard BBQ and gardens.  Some motel units have a kitchenettes.  Cabins accommodate up to 4 adults with separate bedrooms, fenced in patios and outside seating area.  There are weekly apartment rental options as well.  Book online.  The owners care and it shows by how great the place looks, how you are treated by the staff , and  how you feel in the space – great reviews!

 Relax, Have Fun and Enjoy OOB at Moontide! 

PineCrest Inn Bed and Breakfast  – 207.839.5843, 91 South St. (Rt. 114) Gorham, [email protected] – Want to stay out in the country, about 20 minutes outside of Saco or Portland?  Then check this place out!  PineCrest is relaxing and welcoming as well as elegant and casual.  They have 6 guest rooms that allow a lot of flexibility with group size and type.  The Inn Keeper is wonderful and is excited to share local knowledge.  The cooked breakfasts each morning are amazing!  Check out their specials and packages!  They have online booking or you can call as well.

A Wonderful Maine Get Away!

Waves Oceanfront Resort – 207.934.4949, 87 West Grand Av., Old Orchard Beach, [email protected] – Want to stay in OOB nearly right on the beach and close to downtown?  Then check this place out!  They have a lot of room options available.  Amenities include: grilling area, fitness center, meeting room, mineral pool and spa and beach & bike rentals.  Each room has A/C, telephones, cable TV, WiFi, kitchenette with refrigerator, 2 stove top burner, toaster and coffee maker.    They have cottage rates and offer specials & packages.

As Close As You Can Get To Maine’s Best Beach! 

Fielder’s Choice – 207.934.4402, 156 Saco Ave., Old Orchard Beach – Yummy, home made, quality ice cream and toppings in interesting combinations. They offer 30+ hard serve and 6 soft serve flavors. They have a great drive up window.

Easy location to get in/out for some Great ice cream!

Garside’s Ice Cream – 207.283.0045, 320 Ferry Road Saco, [email protected]– Delicious Ice Cream. Homemade with love since 1955! With over 30 plus flavors to choose from, it’s made right on site using the highest quality ingredients! They also do awesome ice cream parties, weddings, corporate events and more!

Great ice cream and an easy drive from Camp Ellis! A Wonderful Maine Get Away!

Martel’s Ice Cream & Mini Golf – 207.283.1775, 757 Portland Road (Route 1) Saco – Have been making great and consistent ice cream since 1986. They have over 40 homemade flavors plus rotating specialty flavors. Check out the cooler, where they have containers to go as well! They also make fudge and you can get sandwiches. They have a fun mini golf course too.

Try them out, you will not be disappointed!

Spa Voyage – 207.313.9114,  21HI, Western Ave, Kennebunk, [email protected] – What an amazingly creative menu of Massage Experiences that are five star Hawaiian Immersions which transports you to Hawaii, no matter what time of the year! They have transformed their space, you feel like you are in Hawaii just by entering the door. In the warmer months they even offer their Massage Experiences on a sailboat. Eliza has been practicing Massage for about 15 years and has practiced at some very high end establishments! They use natural and organic products, make their own tropical themed oils with lots of options to choose from. Great reviews! Book right online 24/7.

Treat Yourself – Unique Hawaiian Transformation!

East Point Sanctuary – 85 Lester B. Orcutt Blvd, Biddeford Pool – This is a spectacular trail along the perimeter of the point, certainly rare public access to this stretch of the Maine Coast. A short and easy walk provides views of Wood Island Lighthouse, access to the rocky shore and a lovely trail to see parts of Saco Bay. There are benches along the trail to rest and a ramp down to the shore.  There is an old small sign to mark the entrance on the left side of the road facing the water.  Limited parking on the road.  This is a Maine Audubon facility. Open from sunrise to sunset, no cost.

If you only do one hike while in Maine, this is the one! 

 Timber Point Trail & Timber Island –  140 Granite Point Rd, Biddeford – Great place to see the sunrise!  If you want to get onto Timber Island you will need to time your visit at low tide as this is the only time to access the island.  This is an easy 1.4 mile walk that takes you by salt marshes, cattail marshes, mixed forest, mudflats, shrublands, and rocky shores.   There are benches along the trail to rest.  Only 6 parking spaces, be careful parking in the dirt section, as high comes into this lot.  This is a part of the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge. Open from sunrise to sunset, no cost.  Might want to bring bug repellent.

This is a rare hike where you can get so close to the sea! 

BandaLoop – 207.967.4994, 1200 Portland Road (Rte 1) Arundel, [email protected] – Bandaloop is a locally sourced, globally inspired, organic eatery for carnivores and herbivores. Built in the 1700s, Bandaloop’s three-story barn is quintessential New England. They offer three tiers of service: in the dining room, at the counter and their new-and-improved takeout option. The upstairs space is perfect for large gatherings and special events. They have on-site parking, outdoor seating when the weather allows (always a crapshoot in Maine!) and plenty of options to please any palate.

Bandaloop uses fresh, local, organic product to create dishes that reflect their love of food and leave you feeling happy.

Earth – 207.967.6550, 354 Goose Rocks Road Kennebunkport, [email protected] – Escape to a hidden paradise at Earth, where every detail – from the décor to the setting – will leave you feeling enchanted. A standout among Kennebunkport restaurants, Earth delivers farm-to-fork dining with simple, innovative fare that highlights the best of each season. Earth serves high-end New American food amid striking natural decor.

Dinner at Earth at Hidden Pond is nothing short of spectacular in every way!

Ocean – 800.514.0968, 208 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, [email protected] – Elegant New England Dining. Enjoy elevated dinner fare with breathtaking views of the rocky Maine coastline while you watch the lobster boats and sailboats pass by. Channeling all the grace and grandeur of dining on a luxurious ocean liner, Ocean creates an outstanding atmosphere for guests looking to savor some of the best flavors Kennebunkport has to offer.

Experience the epitome of coastal indulgence at Ocean!

White Barn – 207.967.2321, 37 Beach Ave., Kennebunk, [email protected] – The contemporary New England cuisine of the White Barn Inn has been rooted in the local and seasonal long before they were the mots du jour on menus across the country. At their AAA Five Diamond, Forbes Five Star restaurant, they showcase incredible ingredients sourced through specially cultivated relationships with the farmers, fishermen and foragers of coastal Maine and just beyond for beautifully-presented, always inspired dishes that encapsulate the very essence of their spectacular setting.

Unforgettable dining!

Kennebunkport Ghost Walk –  833.446.7813, White Columns, 8 Main St., Kennebunkport, [email protected] – Expect to hear eerily real ghost stories from the history of Kennebunkport and neighboring Kennebunk. Strange tales from haunted hotels and inns abound as does mysterious maritime history. Supernatural stories of this community feature roaming spirits, Spiritualist séances, and a poltergeist.

Delight in the supernatural, haunted and hair-raising mysteries of coastal Maine from a local guide.

Tours of Wood Island Lighthouse – 207.200.4552, Pickup Location Vines Landing, 20 Yates Street, Biddeford, [email protected] – There are 65 lighthouses in Mane.  Getting a chance to get up to and inside a restored one is a rare, unique and fantastic experience! This restored Lighthouse and Keepers House is on Wood Island, in the Saco Bay.  The Friends of Wood Island Lighthouse (FOWIL) offer tours 3 days a week with 3 tours a day, spaced an hour apart in July and August.  FOWIL takes you by boat to Wood Island. Then a FOWIL Host will take you on a beautiful ½ mile walk to the facility, you tour the grounds where the view is bold, climb the tower and tour the Keepers Houses, setup as it was in 1906. Signup is only online, which opens on June 1 and they book up fast. Donations are taken at the end of the tour. 

Book Online!

What do you do when the website sign-up is filled up already, we have a secret to try if you have the time/patience. No guarantees, however over a dozen of our guests this past season had success with this secret.  Go to Vines Landing before the first tour of the day and tell the Host you would love to get on a tour if there are any cancellations, which happens fairly frequently. Then go get something to drink/eat at Goldthwaite’s next door, try a stroll at Between the Tides gift shop or even take a drive down the street to the beautiful East Point Sanctuary for an amazing walk along the rocky shore. Check back with the Host and you might be able to get on an amazing Tour!