South Coast

Condominium resort a great headquarters for your affordable Maine vacation

Your affordable Maine vacation is waiting for you at Village by the Sea, the inviting year-round condominium hotel resort near famous Wells Beach. Perched next to the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, the 11-acre resort provides guests all the comforts of home as well as above-and-beyond amenities. One- and two-bedroom suites are individually owned and come with fully stocked kitchens, two baths, and living room. Two-bedroom units have washers and dryers and dining rooms and private balconies. The resort has indoor and outdoor heated pools, a hot tub, basketball court, firepit with patio, fitness center and game room and is near hiking and biking trails. Beaches, museums, golf courses, fishing and amusement parks are nearby.

Directly on the beach, this popular Old Orchard Beach motel also offers pool, hot tub

You’d like to be right on Old Orchard Beach, ME, but you’d rather not pay a fortune? Sea Cliff House has a solution. Stay in one of the popular, and affordable, beachfront hotel’s rooms, suites or efficiencies, several with oceanfront views and some with full kitchens. You’re directly on the beach and just a 10-minute walk along the sand or West Grand Avenue to the Pier at Old Orchard Beach, with its amusements, dining and live entertainment. Relax in or alongside the hotel’s pool or hot tub, overlooking the dunes and the ocean. The beachfront pool area has umbrella tables, lounge chairs and barbecue grills. Check the Cliff House website for off-season special from October to May and for luxury suite specials for two or three nights.

Vacationers looking for a classic seaside getaway with plenty of space will find both at Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort

If you want a little privacy or are traveling with a larger group, the resort's private homes in the surrounding neighborhood are a perfect fit, with some sleeping up to 16 guests. Many feature kitchens, fireplaced living rooms, private balconies or wraparound decks, full laundry facilities, and water views. All are just a short walk to Wells Beach and to resort amenities, including an indoor pool and oversized waterfall hot tub. The Wells area and nearby Ogunquit and Kennebunkport offer something for everyone, from fresh lobster and local seafood, charming shops and art galleries, hiking trails and golf courses, to sailing, kayaking, and fishing excursions. In the winter, you can enjoy cross country skiing, sledding, snowshoeing, skating, or peaceful walks along the beach.

Visit our sister property, Norseman Resort

Classic cottage lodging on the south coast

Opened in 1936, guests have been coming to Dunes on the Waterfront from near and far ever since. This popular retreat invites couples, families and friends to unwind by the sea in scenic Ogunquit, ME. Amidst a peaceful setting and natural beauty, the Dunes has been called one of the area’s best kept secrets with easy access to the beach and downtown Ogunquit. Classic New England-style one and two bedroom cottages and cottage suites with white clapboards and green shutters feature hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplaces and screened-in porches. All come equipped with full baths, full kitchens and lovely vistas of the tidal river and sand dunes. You’re within walking distance or a short trolley ride to Ogunquit Beach, village shops, galleries, restaurants, and area attractions.

Dunes on the Waterfront has been voted one of the Top 24 Hotels in the Northeast in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.

Feast on Maine lobster and don't miss the creme brulee

For distinctive dining on Maine's coast, head to Jonathan's Ogunquit. You'll enjoy casual fine dining in a contemporary lounge atmosphere with exquisite gardens and a 600-gallon aquarium. We offer a menu that will suit all, with both innovative dishes and deep-rooted local favorites. We use sustainable, local products whenever reasonably permitted. We're open for lunch Wednesday thru Sunday and for dinner every day. Do you crave something harvested from the sea? Try our boiled lobster, seafood-stuffed haddock, or seafood chowder with lobster, shrimp, and fresh scallops. Among our other entrees: chicken piccata, Jaerger schnitzel, wild mushroom pappardelle, and Black Angus hand-cut steak. Don’t miss our award-winning chocolate mousse or our legendary creme brulee.

Local farmers, specialty food producers and crafters sell their fresh vegetables, fruits, baked goods, fish, meats, cheese, eggs, breads and handmade crafts.

Summer Market: Saturdays from late May to early October, 9am - 1pm.

Fall Market: Saturdays from mid-November to mid-December, 9am - 1pm.

This market continues to flourish with interesting offerings such as hand-crafted cheeses and fresh Maine lobster.

Dates and hours: Wednesdays from mid June to late September, 1:30-5 p.m. In the winter, visit the Tri-Town Market in South Berwick.

PYO Crops: Blueberries, peaches, raspberries

Season: Season begins mid-July. Crops are usually available in July, August. Raspberries, second and third weeks of July only; blueberries, mid- July through Labor Day; peaches, mid- August through Labor Day. Call ahead for best picking conditions.

Hours: Tuesday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Wednesday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Also: Farms stand with pre-picked fruit, baked goods, jams, honey, country crafts, tee shirts. Handicapped accessible.

PYO crops: Strawberries, cherries, raspberries, blueberries, apples, plums, pumpkins

Season: Strawberries, mid-June to mid-July and mid-August to mid-October; tart cherries, early to mid-July to mid- to late July; raspberries, mid-July to mid-August and early September to early October; blueberries, mid-July to mid- to late August; apples, Labor Day weekend; plums, late September; pumpkins, October. For an update, please call the farm.

Also: Farm stand with pre-picked produce, homemade fruit preserves, free hayrides, live music, straw maze, farm tours

PYO Crops: Organic strawberries, flowers

Season: Strawberries, June through October; flowers, May through October

Hours: Call or visit website for directions and picking times.

Also: Wreaths and firewood for sale

PYO Crops: Blueberries, raspberries, apples, pumpkins

Season: blueberries, mid-July through October; raspberries, August to September; peaches, August to September; apples, August through October

Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., but some days are closed for ripening. Call ahead.

Also: Blueberry and apple cider donuts, fresh apple cider, kettle corn, maple syrup, honey, pickles, gifts

PYO Crops:High bush blueberries and fall raspberries

Season Late July through August. Please call ahead for picking times.

Also: Restroom available

PYO Crops: Blueberries

Days and Hours: Open daily from 9 a.m., pending availability.

Also: Cash only.