The long winter is coming to an end and spring is in the air in Kennebunkport, Maine. Shopkeepers are busy marking down winter merchandise and restocking shelves in anticipation of the influx of customers. The shoreline is dotted with joggers and beachcombers, and the gyms are filled with people looking to shed a few Winter pounds.



Kennebunkport is the perfect place to spend time rejuvenating your body and soul. The Breakwater Inn offers luxurious lodgings in 19th Century rooms complete with panoramic views of the water. You will be enticed to take advantage of the sitting rooms, enjoy a quiet cup of tea and get immersed in a good book. If you have forgotten your book, The Kennebunk Book Port is located just a short distance away, in the loft of a historic 18th Century Rum Warehouse. The Breakwater Inn is also a great place for a girlfriend's reunion. Talk for hours while taking advantage of the Spa and Gym nearby, shopping centers, or a long walk along the beaches.

The Breakwater Spa next door offers an array of services, ranging from facials to massages. Top therapists will do deep muscle massage to relax taut muscles and stimulate circulation using premium products that will soften skin that has been exposed to the harsh winter elements. Packages and appointments can be tailored to meet your individual desires, all designed to rejuvenate your body, mind and soul!

Visitors to Kennebunkport can enjoy watching the local fishermen and lobstermen load their boats early in the morning and make their way out to the deep waters where they will spend the day in search of the freshest Maine seafood and lobster. As the sun begins to drop toward the horizon, the boats will make their way back to the harbor and the docks become a hub of action, as the fresh catch is unloaded. The finest of the daily catch is taken to Stripers Restaurant, located next door to the Breakwater Inn. Experienced chefs prepare succulent dishes and offer the freshest seafood in the Kennebunk region.

If you are serious about wanting to put that spring in your step, don't miss the opportunity for a great workout at the Breakwater Gym. The gym is filled with state of the art treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, and strength training equipment. Machines are positioned facing the glass walls overlooking the water that encourage the visitor to let their mind drift along the waves as they work out.

The Yachtsman Lodge is the perfect choice if you want to enjoy the sun and fresh air of spring. The Lodge is located along the river banks of the Kennebunk river in Kennebunkport. The d'cor will invigorate you and spur you to utilize the canoes or touring bikes that are available to guests. After spending the morning taking in the sights of birds and wildlife along the rivers edge, you will want to take a short stroll to the historic Dock Square Shopping Center, to enjoy the eclectic shops. Grissini's Italian Bistro is a great place to round out your day. Whether you are in the mood for a brick oven fired pizza or the signature dish ?pollo alla rustica?, you will enjoy watching chefs prepare your meal in an Old World Tuscan viewable kitchen.

If it is your marriage or relationship that needs rejuvenating, you will want to make reservations at the White Barn Inn. The renowned Inn offers a wide variety of romantic accommodation choices. You will want to be sure to schedule a couple's massage in the Spa, where the aroma and soft music will soothe your soul as the trained staff give each of you a deep massage to relax your muscles. Dress in formal evening wear and go downstairs to continue your conversation over dinner at New England's only AAA Five Diamond, Mobil Five Star Restaurant. Linger over dessert and enjoy the flickering candlelight before going upstairs to retire to your impeccably decorated room, complete with elegant furnishings and includes fresh flowers, fruit and soft terry cloth robes.

The Beach House Inn is your ideal choice of accommodations if you love listening to the waves crash and watching them froth on the beach,. This historic bed and breakfast is family friendly and is decorated with an elegant country d'cor. You will feel alive and refreshed as you take a stroll along Kennebunk beach and watch the gulls swoop down across the whitecaps. One of the first signs of spring is the colorful budding plants, which you can enjoy in the manicured gardens that hug the wrap around porch.