New England beach and ocean resorts range from the dunes of Cape Cod to the lighthouses of Maine to the green islands of Lake Champlain

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New England beach resorts and oceanfront hotels express the variety of New England's waterfront beauties. Ocean resorts in Maine favor the state's rocky coast and jagged peninsulas and lighthouses; beach resorts in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, are hard by grassy dunes; luxury resorts also pamper guests on the ocean beaches of Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island.

A weekend getaway or longer beach or ocean vacation trip can be a dream at New England resorts, where guests find waterfront lodging, white-glove service, and great dining. Add to that spa service, whirpool tubs, charter fishing, or golf, depending on the location. This is where romance is kindled and families come to play.

Cape Cod Shoreline - New England Beach & Ocean Resorts

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club

2907 Main Street (Route 6A) Brewster, MA, 02631 Phone: 508-896-9000 Toll-Free: 800-343-6074

Water views, activities central to the allure of this picturesque resort by the bay

A private beach with food and beverage service, a kayak gliding over the waters of a picturesque pond, a waiter bringing you the freshest seafood on a terrace restaurant overlooking Cape Cod Bay: Those are just a few of the delightful amenities at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club. Accommodations might include a private balcony overlooking the dunes, a fireplace, or a whirlpool tub. Activities include an exceptional golf course; tennis and pickle ball courts; lawn games; bikes to rent to go on the nearby Cape Cod Rail Trail; oyster bed tours; a relaxing on-site spa; five pools (two inside); and fitness equipment and classes. Dine in an English pub, on an ocean terrace, by the golf course or by a pool.

Winnetu Oceanside Resort

At South Beach on Martha's Vineyard -- 31 Dunes Road Edgartown, MA, 02539 Phone: 508-310-1733 Toll-Free: 866-335-1133

Book your vacation at this oceanside resort and relax on the beach, sail, swim, dine by the water

As the only resort on the Vineyard’s stunning South Beach, the Winnetu Oceanside Resort takes full advantage of its location. Spend your day under the sun on the beach or poolside with a refreshing beverage. Some accommodations have water views, and the on-site Dunes restaurant overlooks the ocean, with a private path down to the beach. Wednesday nights are lobster bake nights, a favorite with returning guests. Resort amenities include a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, a fitness center, yoga classes, tennis and pickle ball courts, a life-size chess set for the lawn and supervised children’s programs. Take a water taxi or shuttle into Edgartown for its charming shops and eclectic restaurants, book a sailing cruise, go golfing or biking.

The Nantucket Hotel & Resort

77 Easton Street Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-228-4747 Toll-Free: 866-807-6011

Iconic Nantucket resort continues to offer returning guests first-class experiences, accommodations

When the Nantucket Hotel & Resort, then known as the Point Breeze, opened its doors in 1891, it promised guests an experience that was “first class in every particular.” That remains true today, as guests return year after year to enjoy the sanctuary of nearby beaches and comfortable, spacious accommodations, some with private balconies and water views. Stroll down to the beach (or ride down in an antique bus) or over to Brant Point Lighthouse. Arrange for a sail, a fishing excursion – or have a rental bike delivered to the hotel to see the shore from its many bike paths. Enjoy fresh seafood and other delights at Breeze, swim in a heated pool, and make time for a massage, fitness or yoga class at the Nantucket Club.

Spruce Point Inn

88 Grandview Avenue Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538 Phone: 207-633-4152 Toll-Free: 800-553-0289

Enjoy that iconic Maine coastal experience at this spacious, inviting inn

Named a Conde Nast Top Resort, the inviting Spruce Point Inn, perfectly poised between the woods and the sea on Maine’s coast, has been helping guests get away from it all for more than a century. The resort, with inn room, lodges, cottages and townhouses, has the perfect sanctuary for every visitor, set on acres of mature woodlands, gardens and trails. Delightful food and spirits and fun recreational activities for children and adults round out the off-the-beaten-path experience. Saltwater pools, tennis, a gameroom with vintage arcade games, croquet and shuffleboard, a private boat launch and sailing sloop, kayaks, bikes and paddleboards are just some of the fun activities at this enchanting inn.

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Ocean House Resort

1 Bluff Avenue Watch Hill, RI, 02891 Phone: Toll-Free: 877-346-9442

Stop dreaming of that seaside vacation and book a luxurious room or suite at this oceanfront inn

That idyllic vacation by the sea you’ve been dreaming of? It’s waiting for you at the luxurious Ocean House, overlooking the Atlantic, Block Island and beyond. The historic inn, famously known for its stunning views, offers a 650-foot private white-sand beach with cabana service including a beach butler. Take a surfing or paddle board lesson, arrange for a sail aboard a yacht or private fishing cruise. Dine on fresh local ingredients, including seafood, at award-winning COAST restaurant or at the casual Bistro. In the summer, the Verandah’s outdoor terrace has bay and ocean views and fabulous food. Spacious rooms and suites have water views, fireplaces and deep soaking tubs. Relax in the five-star spa or take a class in the Center for Wine & Culinary Arts. Ocean House was recently named to Forbes Magazine's list of "Most Luxurious Hotels & Spas", and is one of the top 100 hotels in the world among Travel + Leisure readers.

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Black Point Inn

510 Black Point Road Scarborough, ME, 04074 Phone: 207-819-4064

Unmatched vacation destination surrounded by water and beach on three sides

Set along the ruggedly beautiful coastline of Maine, the Black Point Inn is your ideal vacation destination. With its location on Prouts Neck, surrounded by water and beach on three sides, the inn features 25 spacious guest rooms and suites, each individually furnished, with unique architectural details. With views of the ocean or the beach and bay, your accommodations urge you to relax and soak in the serene ambiance. The inn has a geothermically heated outdoor pool, two sandy beaches, a fitness room and an all-weather sun porch with games and books. Take one of the inn’s bikes or kayaks and explore this beautiful area by land or sea. And, enjoy classic American fare in the popular Chart Room, the perfect place to watch the sun set.

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Terrace by the Sea

23 Wharf Lane Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-3232

Spacious accommodations in a hotel close to ocean beach, in the heart of waterfront village

If what you want in an ocean resort is spacious lodgings in a warm, inviting hotel that is both close to the beach and near waterfront and village attractions, then book a room or suite in Terrace by the Sea. This special place in the heart of lively and scenic Ogunquit Village overlooks Ogunquit Beach, with spectacular ocean views from many rooms and suites as well as from the colorful and beautifully landscaped grounds. Relax on the porches or in the seasonal outdoor pool – or from the decks and sitting areas by your room. Some rooms are waterfront; many are water-view, and it’s a short boardwalk stroll to sandy beaches. Nearby are restaurants, sailing cruises, galleries, theaters and shops.

Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort

393 Mile Road Wells Beach, ME, 04090 Phone: 207-646-2831

Start your day, any season of the year, by walking out your door to a beautiful beach

Begin your day at Lafayette’s Oceanfront Resort by walking out your door to the beach. The four-season resort, directly on beautiful, sandy Wells Beach, also has an indoor pool and oversized waterfall hot tub, exercise room and accommodations with balconies and water views, as well as private cottages close to the resort and beach. The Wells area, and nearby Ogunquit and Kennebunkport, offer sailing cruises, lobster boat excursions, lighthouse visits, sea kayaking and deep-sea fishing trips. There are numerous hiking trails, fun shops, great restaurants (yes, lots of places to get the world’s freshest lobster), museums, golf courses, movie houses, galleries and other cultural venues. In the winter, go cross-country skiing, skating, sledding, snowshoeing – or stroll the beach, enchanting every season of the year.

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Inn at Diamond Cove

22 McKinley Court Portland, ME, 04109 Phone: 207-805-9836

Island resort with luxury accommodations, amenities an inviting summer hideaway

All that a Maine summer getaway has to offer will be yours when you stay at the Inn at Diamond Cove, a luxury island inn just off the coast of Portland. Stay in one of 22 finely appointed condos (all have fireplaces; many have kitchenettes and balconies) and enjoy amenities including a heated outdoor pool, yoga studio, fitness and game rooms, tennis courts ad a hot tub. There’s a marina and welcoming secluded beaches for relaxing, swimming or launching your kayak or paddle board. The inn’s restaurant, overlooking the cove, offers New England favorites as well as stunning views. Enjoy breakfast in the Lobby Bar Cafe, and a cocktail in the evening at the Cabana bar or by the fire pit.

Sea Cliff House

2 Sea Cliff Avenue Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-4874 Toll-Free: 800-326-4589

Staying at this waterfront hotel is like having your own beach house on Maine’s coast

Let the Sea Cliff House be your very own “beach house” when you stay at this coastal resort close to all the activities and attractions that have made the Old Orchard Beach area popular for so many years. Stay in a kitchenette or whirlpool hot tub room or in a spacious suite with an ocean view. Plunk your chair down on the sandy beach, stretching for miles in either direction. Stroll down to the famous Pier with its amusements, dining and shopping. Or relax in the hotel’s outdoor heated pool or large hot tub overlooking the dunes and ocean. Area activities include kayaking, fishing and other water sports as well as golfing, zip lining, hiking and, in the winter, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Village By The Sea

1373 Post Road Wells, ME, 04090 Phone: 207-646-1100 Toll-Free: 800-444-8862

Spacious condo resort close to some of Maine’s most scenic beaches

It’s a long list of fun things to do when you stay at Village by the Sea, an 11-acre condominium resort near several scenic beaches. Located next to the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, this popular resort offers spacious, generously appointed one- and two-bedroom condos, many with scenic marsh views. Nearby Wells Beach features seven miles of sand and surfing areas; Wells Harbor Beach is great for kids with its tidal pools and playground. Spend your non-beach days exploring beautiful seaside villages, visiting amusement parks, golfing, kayaking, zip-lining, taking a schooner tour – or just relaxing in the resort’s indoor and outdoor pools and hot tub. Also at the resort: basketball court, firepit with patio, fitness center and game room.

Higgins Beach Inn

34 Ocean Avenue Scarborough, ME, 04074 Phone: 207-883-6684

Comfortable coastal resort just a stone’s throw from a sandy, unspoiled beach

Happiness comes in waves at the Higgins Beach Inn. Within a stone’s throw of sandy, unspoiled Higgins Beach, the inn offers guests relaxing accommodations with a tranquil beach feel and plenty of opportunities to commune with nature, from sunbathing and shell-seeking in the morning to surf-casting and strolling in the sand at dusk. Break out your boogie board or that beach novel: You’re here to have fun! Dine on fresh, locally sourced beach fare, from oysters on the half shell to lobster rolls, for lunch or dinner at Shade, the inn’s popular restaurant that also serves hearty breakfasts for guests. Area activities include kayaking, canoeing and bird-watching at the Scarborough Marsh Nature Center, golfing, sailing, antiquing and visiting the region’s many art and history museums, lighthouses, breweries and wineries.

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Watch Hill Inn

38-44 Bay Street Watch Hill, RI, 02891 Phone: 877-394-8903

Enjoy chic accommodations and full slate of amenities, activities when you stay at this elegant inn

In the heart of an iconic coastal village, the Watch Hill Inn has provided perfect vacation getaways and exceptional service to guests for almost two centuries. Meticulously renovated in 2006 and 2013, the inn’s 21 chic, suite-style accommodations feature stainless-steel kitchens, high-end bedding, lovely water and village views from private terraces and gas fireplaces. Continental breakfast is served each morning, and guests have access to a full slate of activities at the nearby Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn, including a private beach with cabana service and boating options, a saline lap pool, a full-service spa, lawn games, children’s programs and activities, wine and culinary classes, and restaurants with casual and fine dining. In the village, there’s a carousel, boutique shops, galleries and restaurants.

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Norseman Resorts

135 Beach Street Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-7024 Toll-Free: 800-822-7024

Walk out your door at this year-round resort to one of Maine’s loveliest beaches

A beautiful three-mile stretch of beach is yours to explore, practically from your front door, when you stay at the Norseman Resort, the only beachfront hotel on Ogunquit Beach. This year-round resort features views of the ocean, the ever-changing tidal river, and the picturesque dunes in between from comfortable accommodations, many with balconies, patios or decks – and massage chairs. Diners enjoy one of the best views in town at the resort’s Splash Beachfront Restaurant with a casual cafe menu and signature beverages. (You’ll want to try a lobster roll and a mango mai tai.) Resort guests have access to a seasonal outdoor heated pool, tennis court, sauna, exercise room and laundry facilities at the Aspinquid, just 250 yards down from the Norseman.

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Waves Oceanfront Resort

87 West Grand Avenue Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-4949

On Old Orchard Beach!

Walk from your room onto the sand; swim, build sand castles, stroll in the surf or just relax and enjoy the feel of the sun on your face while you enjoy the view.

Our resort boasts 139 air-conditioned rooms each with private deck, telephones, color cable TV, kitchenettes with refrigerator, stove and sink. Amenities including our New Outdoor Pool and Hot Tub, bike rentals, and the Beach Street Café serving breakfast each day in season We are just a short walk from the Pier at Old Orchard Beach, which has restaurants, shopping and the only amusement park on the beach in Maine. Enjoy spectacular sunrises in the morning over the water, followed by romantic moonrises in the evening. Open May through October.

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Dunes on the Waterfront

518 Main Street Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-2612

Cottages by the sea in a coastal paradise

Set on 12 secluded coastal acres this acclaimed seaside getaway is one of Maine’s original cottage resorts with a peaceful setting and prime access to the beach and downtown Ogunquit. Classic New England-style one-and two-bedroom cottages and cottage suites feature hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplaces and screened porches, full baths, full kitchens, and complimentary high-speed wireless internet throughout. There is a heated outdoor pool, games, and a dock for fishing and boating. A trolley will take you to the local attractions, shops, restaurants, the famous Ogunquit Playhouse, museums and galleries. Row across the tidal river to the sand dunes and beach during high tide or take the boardwalk over the natural vegetation of the dunes when the tide is out.

Bluenose Inn

90 Eden Street Bar Harbor, ME, 04609 Phone: 207-288-2665

Surrounded by water views and activities, classic hotel is a must for your coastal vacation

At the Bluenose Inn, a classic Bar Harbor hotel, water views are everywhere, from the deck of the Looking Glass Restaurant (honored for its breakfasts and its views by Yankee Magazine) to the balcony in your spacious room or suite. But that’s just the beginning of your waterfront vacation. You can also get a pass at the front desk to Acadia National Park, where water views from mountains – and popular Sand Beach – will take your breath away. The area is also known for kayaking, canoeing, whale-watch tours and other boating and sailing adventures. The inn has heated indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub and fitness center and a piano lounge with live music. All rooms are beautifully appointed; many have fireplaces.