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Winter getaways at boutique hotel in historic waterfront village are relaxing — and fun

Book a winter getaway at the Rockport Harbor Hotel and prepare to be dazzled. Crisp air off the harbor, snow on distant mountains, dramatic beach walks are just some of the activities that draw visitors to coastal Maine in the winter. And the boutique hotel in the historic waterfront village is an inviting sanctuary in winter: Studios and suites have gas fireplaces, ornamental iron balconies (some with harbor views) and spa-inspired bathrooms with large soaking tubs. Guests have access to a nearby state-of-the-art YMCA fitness center. Also nearby: frozen ponds and recreation centers for skating, beaches with scenic walks and views of lighthouses, and the Camden Snow Bowl for skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. Visit art museums or nature centers, go gallery-hopping or shopping.

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Fireplace suite with a water view, full buffet breakfast make hotel a must for winter escape

Wondering about your winter getaway? Why not visit the coast of Maine, where you can walk along dramatic beaches, dine by candlelight in village restaurants and get cozy by the fireplace in your room. At the Lord Camden Inn, in the heart of Camden Village, ME, room amenities include fireplaces, and balconies and porches overlooking the river or harbor. A fitness room features cardio and strength equipment, and guests start their day with a full buffet breakfast. Area activities include skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice skating and hiking. There are museums, nature centers and arts venues to visit and so many restaurants to try! Ask about the Camden Snow Bowl Package, which includes passes to this winter sports center and a gift certificate to a sister hotel’s elegant lobby bar.

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Ready to ski, or just seeking a room with a view and a fireplace? Winter breaks are the best at Camden hotel

Are plans beginning to percolate for your wintertime escape? Make sure they include booking a room or suite at 16 Bay View, the luxury hotel in the heart of Camden, ME. Get cozy before your room’s gas fireplace or in its deep soaking or massage tub. Some accommodations have harbor views, and all include an expansive continental breakfast. The hotel’s Vintage Room offers signature cocktails, local brews and wine (by the fire) and small plates. Ask for a day pass to the YMCA with an indoor pool, fitness center and rock-climbing wall. Or, ask about the Camden Snow Bowl Package, which includes lift tickets to this winter-fun center with breathtaking views, downhill and night skiing. Area activities also include cross-country skiing, indoor and outdoor skating and snowshoeing.

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Spa services, infinity pool just part of this coastal inn’s relaxation amenities

If relaxation is key to your wellness regime, you need to book your next getaway or vacation at the Inn at Ocean’s Edge on the shores of Penobscot Bay. Nestled on the quiet shores of the bay, the inn features amenities you’d find at a luxury hotel, including massage services at the on-site Poolhouse Spa. The spa has two massage rooms, a wood-burning cedar sauna, shower and hot tub. And happy guests always mention the inn’s infinity edge pool. Heated from late May through mid-September, the saltwater pool gives the illusion of flowing right into the ocean. Take a dip in the pool, soak in the year-round heated jetted pool or relax by the outdoor fireplace. The inn also has a gym and lush gardens.

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You’ll see right away while Maine fleet’s windjammer cruises are romantic, relaxing

As soon as you step aboard a windjammer, you’ll feel lighter, freer, more relaxed. It’s easy to see why couples love the experience, one the nine ships in the Maine Windjammer Association have been providing for years. Relax together on the deck of a schooner in full sail, gliding past lighthouses; look for porpoises or bald eagles; take a dinghy over to a remote beach for a quiet stroll; or try paddle boarding or helping the crew with the sails. Dine on exquisite meals with incredible desserts, freshly prepared; enjoy a glass of wine while a captain tells a seafaring story or a member of the crew offers a song. Watch the stars come out before adjourning to your cozy, comfortable cabin.

Both active and relaxing, coastal Maine offers many options for vacationers, and this inn is in heart of it all

Coastal Maine is a romantic setting in the winter with lights glistening in the snow, diners enjoying each other’s company by the fire. Stay at the Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront and experience Boothbay Harbor, ME’s quieter, more relaxed season. Most of the bed-and-breakfast inn’s 11 rooms feature harbor views, and its world-class penthouse suite has spectacular vistas. Enjoy your full breakfast in your room, if you wish, or in the dining room. Stroll down to local shops, galleries, breweries and restaurants or visit the aquarium, or catch a live performance at the opera house. If there’s snow, there’s great cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, or just head out on a Boothbay Harbor Land Trust trail. And, yes, even in winter, you can take a harbor tour.

With an interior Inspired by Tuscan villas, hotel is a warm, inviting retreat for your winter getaway

Winter is a lovely time to visit the coast of Maine, where you can stroll scenic beaches, dine in cozy restaurants and celebrate the snowy season with a variety of winter sports. The Grand Harbor Inn, with its Tuscan villa-inspired interiors, is a warm, elegant place to plan your winter getaway days and nights. Its 10 luxurious guest rooms and suites have private balconies with harbor views, gas fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, and an expanded continental breakfast is served to your room each morning. Day passes to the local YMCA fitness center are available, and the Camden Snow Bowl, where you can ski while enjoying an ocean view, is nearby, as are hiking trails, art museums, day spas and nature centers.

Visit our sister properties, 16 Bay View - Lord Camden Inn - Rockport Harbor Hotel.

Camden Farmer's Market is the place to find fresh local dairy products, meats, and refreshments aplenty. This event highlights sustainable farming practices, too.

Dates and Hours: Saturdays, Mother's Day Weekend through October; 9 a.m. to noon; Wednesdays, mid-June to September, 3:30 to 6 p.m.

Come and shop for fresh produce, cheese, eggs, meats and poultry, local honey, granola, seafood, baked goods, soups, coffee, hand spun wool, unique gifts and more. Enjoy live music. Vendors.

Locations: Summer market, May-October, at Waterfront Park, Commercial Street; Winter indoor market, November-April, at Bath Freight Shed, 27 Commercial Street.

Hours: Year-round; Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon.

This market features local fare like fruits and vegetables, fresh, local meat and dairy products, cut flowers, fiber goods and other craft items. Rain or shine.

Dates and hours: Thursdays, May 19 - October 6, 9 a.m.- noon

PYO Crops: Organic raspberries and flowers

Season: Raspberries from mid-July 20 to mid-August

Also: Farm stand open from mid-June to mid-October. Stand sells vegetable seedlings, including several heirloom tomato varieties; vegetables in season, and rare wools.