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, Jacuzzis, charter fishing, or golf, depending on the location. This is where romance is kindled and families come to play.

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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

Vacation at Our New England Resort at South Beach, Martha’s Vineyard

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Experience a memorable New England vacation at spectacular South Beach, Edgartown on Martha’s Vineyard. Stay at the Winnetu Oceanside Resort, which recently was named US News & World Report’s “Best Hotel on Martha’s Vineyard.” Conveniently located off Cape Cod, we’re only a 35-minute ferry ride from the Massachusetts coast. Enjoy the gorgeous ocean views from our Resort and path that leads to South Beach. Featuring studios; 1-4 bedroom suites; cottages; or 3-5 bedroom private home rentals. Our amenities include complimentary shuttles to Edgartown; new heated pools and hot tub; Children’s Programs; tennis; yoga; fitness center; Concierge Services; antique fire truck rides; and more. Also available: massages, bike rentals and a water taxi cruise to Edgartown. Dine in our indoor dining room or on the Outdoor Terrace at on-site restaurant, The Dunes and savor the ocean views.
Book our Two-Island Adventure Trip: Stay at the Winnetu Oceanside Resort and our sister Resort in downtown Nantucket, The Nantucket Hotel. We’ll transport you door-to-door between the islands and our Resorts.

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Sheepscot Harbour Vacation Club

7 Island Lane Edgecomb, ME, 04556 Phone: 802-422-5050 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Get into the coastal frame of mind when you stay at this riverside resort

Sitting pretty by the Sheepscot River, the Sheepsscot Harbour Village Resort knows how to bring the coast home to its guests. Marvel at panoramic sunset views over the water from your comfortable room, suite, cottage or townhouse, many decorated in nautical and cozy-cottage styles. Stroll to the picture-perfect waterfront village of Wiscasset, splash at the water’s edge or just walk along the rocky coastline. Nearby activities run the gamut from boat excursions (whale-watching, lighthouse tours, schooner and windjammer cruises) to fishing, sea kayaking, swimming and just staking your umbrella on a sandy beach and finally finishing that book. Great museums, arts venues, hiking trails, golf courses and botanical gardens are the norm in this part of Maine.

Hotel Maria

132 Atlantic Avenue Westerly, RI, 02891 Phone: 401-622-4000

Life is better at the beach – and at this classic seaside hotel

Once you check in to your airy, cottage-style room or classic suite at the Hotel Maria, take a moment to marvel at the view of the ocean from your balcony, then grab that LL Bean beachbag with the fluffy towels and head for the beach – right across the street. The rooms in this reimagined boutique hotel, a modern throwback to simpler times, are inspired by “olde Misquamicut,” and so is the hospitality and service. Get comfortable in Maria’s Seaside Cafe, with homemade pasta and the freshest nightly seafood specials, or grab a cocktail on the rooftop deck. Check out Westerly, with its great beach bars, ice cream parlors, kids’ amusements and pristine beaches, all a walk or bike ride away.

Norseman Resorts

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

Everything You Want in a Maine Resort Vacation

An oceanside vacation on the south coast of Maine is a dream for people who enjoy sand, surf, sunbathing and vast ocean views. Adding the element of proximity to the legendary beach town of Ogunquit raises the stakes; the town is loved for its shopping, dining, beach events, and summer fireworks. The Norseman Resort gets its guests ready for a day on the property, on the beach, or in town with comfortable rooms and suites, sleeping and sitting areas, luxurious bathrooms, easy access to laundry for those sandy swimsuits, and decks just for lounging and gazing out at the or the Ogunquit River. Hop on a trolley into town or take it slow and bask in the property’s own heated swimming pool, sauna, and exercise room.

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The Nantucket Hotel & Resort

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

Let our island resort bring some magic into your vacation by the sea

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Island vacations are more than memorable: They’re magical. Let the Nantucket Hotel + Resort bring a little of that magic to you. Our grand resort, conveniently located in downtown Nantucket, is just a short walk away from spectacular beaches, eclectic shopping and restaurants, and the bustling Harbor. Whether you are seeking luxurious relaxation (in which case, our signature Nantucket Club with massages and complimentary fitness and yoga classes, saunas, and a state-of-the-art gymnasium will suit) or active days (go biking, kayaking, take a harbor cruise or shop downtown boutiques), you will experience it at The Nantucket Hotel . Enjoy our two heated outdoor pools, a hot tub, contemporary New England and international cuisine in our Breeze restaurant, complimentary shuttles to-and-from the ferries and popular beaches, and Concierge Services. Our upscale accommodations include hotel rooms, suites and private cottages for up to 15 people. Don’t miss sunsets at Madaket or the night sky over the ocean at the Loines Observatory.

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.

White Elephant

50 Easton Street Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-228-2500 Toll-Free: 800-445-6574

Resort amenities, local activities will make your seaside stay one to remember

Relax, rejuvenate and let yourself be pampered at the luxurious White Elephant resort on scenic Nantucket island. Wake up every morning to the sight of the sea from your comfy room with contemporary coastal decor, watch the boats sail into the harbor from your table at the Brant Point Grill (a favorite with islanders), let the attentive inn staff help you plan a day bicycling around the island, cruising the harbor or exploring local galleries and boutiques. Or perhaps you just want to sink into a comfy lounge chair on the manicured lawn, sip a cocktail and watch the sun set over the water. Or settle down in the library with a glass of port to finally finish that novel.

Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Event Center

119 Eden Street Bar Harbor, ME, 04609 Phone: 207-288-5801 Toll-Free: 800-336-2463

Waterfront views, activities the centerpiece of this oceanside hotel

The six buildings of the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel all have one thing in common: a stunning ocean view. With magnificent Acadia National Park on one side and the Atlantic on the other, views are part of the package at the hotel, with 153 rooms and suites perfect for romantic getaways or active family vacations. Some rooms are a mere 25 feet from the shore, and all feature easy access to a private pebble beach, indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub and exercise room. Sample all this beautiful Bar Harbor region has to offer, including over 50 restaurants, 18 mountains, 120 miles of hiking trails, three public golf courses, island ferries, boutiques, skiing, and custom boat tours.

The Wauwinet

120 Wauwinet Road Nantucket, MA, 02584 Phone: 508-228-0145 Toll-Free: 800-426-8718

Old world elegance, modern amenities meet in Nantucket resort

Old worldly in its charm, architecture and sophisticated service, modern in its amenities and comforts, The Wauwinet has earned its distinction as Nantucket’s only member of Relais & Chateaux, signaling worldwide recognition for its superior service. Perched on the island’s northeast shore, with access to the harbor and the Atlantic, the boutique hotel’s 32 guest rooms and individual cottages are appointed with custom furnishings, some with gas fireplaces, all with spectacular garden or water views. But they also feature those touches that signal attention to detail: fresh wildflowers, hand-stenciled finishes, Pratesi linens. Guests can unwind at the spa, on lawn or deck chairs overlooking the Atlantic, or on private bay and ocean beaches. Dining is spectacular at award-winning Topper’s restaurant.

Sea Cliff House

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

Get up close and personal with the Atlantic at this oceanside resort

The ocean is your playground when you stay at Sea Cliff House. Guests can walk right over to a quiet, sandy part of Old Orchard Beach and plunk down their umbrellas or choose to admire the dune views from the hotel’s beachfront pool area. With umbrella tales, lounge chairs, barbecue grills – and a hot tub – it’s the perfect place to unwind to the sounds of the surf. Many rooms have sweeping ocean views, with private or common decks. (A whirlpool tub room next to the dunes has a three-sided ocean view.) It’s an easy stroll to the pier with its rides, games, restaurants, clubs and night life. Or, opt for something more tranquil at nearby state parks and nature preserves.

Terrace by the Sea

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

Excite the senses at this Ogunquit lodging

New England’s majesty and the south coast of Maine bring you the sights, sounds and smells of the Atlantic at this affordable motel with elegant touches. Located across from Ogunquit River Beach are superior lodgings set amongst the beautifully landscaped property. Rooms are spacious, with modern amenities, private baths, free Wi-Fi and refrigerators. There are two suites and eight units with efficiency kitchens making it perfect for families, groups or an extended stay. Relax on the lawn and at the heated pool and start your day with continental breakfast served on the wraparound porch with its welcoming ocean view. Walk Ogunquit beach along the Marginal Way, find Perkins Cove, village shops, restaurants and movie theatres, or ride one of Ogunquit's trolleys to wherever the mood takes you.

Edgewater Beach Resort

95 Chase Avenue Dennisport, MA, 02639 Phone: 508-398-6922 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Just a step from your own private beach

Set on the shores of Nantucket Sound in Dennisport are more than 400 feet of beautiful private beach and the perfect setting for a mid-Cape escape. Most of the 76 units at this year round resort - including studios and one & two bedroom suites - feature ocean views, a gas fireplace, and all include an efficiency-sized kitchen and wireless internet service. Guests step from their doorstep to the beach, indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center and a seven-hole putting green. On site in summer are a bevy of great children’s activities with a wide variety of family activities in the surrounding local area. Name you fun – the ocean, the pool, great shopping, interesting museums, go-karts, ice cream, lobster rolls or golf - it’s all here awaiting your arrival.

Sebasco Harbor Resort

Mid-Coast Maine on Casco Bay Sebasco Estates, ME, 04565 Phone: 207-389-1161 Toll-Free: 866-389-2072

Sebasco Harbor Resort means relaxation and rejuvenation

A vacation on the New England coast should be about relaxation and rejuvenation. And that's what you'll find at Sebasco Harbor Resort. We feature all sorts of outdoor activities to help you unwind. Take a dip in our salt water pool, or just relax beside it. Try our nine-hole golf course. Our 510-yard Par 5 finishing hole is considered especially challenging. Join the morning yoga class, popular with all ages. Enjoy a game of tennis. Play croquet on our lawn. For something less active, plan for an afternoon at our Fairwinds spa. Our signature Swedish massage will ease muscle tension and clear your mind. With all spa treatments, you're welcome to use our hot tub or relaxation deck, which offer spectacular views of Casco Bay.

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.

Bar Harbor Inn & Spa

Newport Drive Bar Harbor, ME, 04609 Phone: 844-607-0424

This full-service Maine oceanfront resort and luxury spa has eight lush acres, a one-half-mile shorefront walking path, 153 superior rooms in 3 buildings, fine dining in our spectacular ocean-view Reading Room Restaurant and Terrace Grille. Main Inn: new rooms & suites, many with balconies on ocean. Oceanfront lodge: 64 superior rooms, and private balconies on ocean. Newport: 39 deluxe rooms. Our resort has expanded continental breakfast, heated pool & Jacuzzi, and a great in-town location for a place to stay on your next family vacation or romantic weekend getaway. Open March-November.

Watch Hill Inn

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

The seaside beckons you at this classic historic inn on the shores of Rhode Island

The allure of the seaside has been a draw for almost two centuries at the picturesque Watch Hill Inn, a classic resort in the heart of Watch Hill village. Luxurious suites offer views of Little Narragansett Bay, and the charming seaside village features sandy beaches, a carousel, restaurants and the kind of beach atmosphere that ensures great family and couples getaways. At nearby Ocean House, the inn’s sister property, a private beach with cabana and concession service is a welcome retreat. You can also go fishing, surfing or paddleboarding. At the inn’s other sister property, the Weekapaug Inn, guests can take out a sailboat, paddle board or kayak into a quiet cove, go on a nature tour or a boat excursion.

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Green Harbor Waterfront Lodging

134 Acapesket Road East Falmouth, MA, 02536 Phone: 508-548-4747 Toll-Free: 800-548-5556

Waterfront resort features a range of Cape Cod vacation options

Customize your vacation, from a relaxing “glamping” experience to an all-out Cape Cod activities getaway, when you stay at Green Harbor Waterfront Lodging. Every rental accommodation features a patio or balcony overlooking the water, but you can get even closer to the water when you take out a resort rowboat or paddleboat or head down to the beach. Speaking of beaches, there are some spectacular ones nearby, along with a great bike trail, charming Falmouth village, ferries to Martha’s Vineyard, an aquarium, museums and shopping. Take a quick drive to everything from whale-watching to scenic railroads. Or just kick back and enjoy the resort’s quiet woodlands location with a game of croquet or shuffleboard on the beach.

Higgins Beach Inn

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

Golden memories can be made at this ocean resort

Treasure can be found everywhere at the Higgins Beach Inn, 15 minutes from Portland on Maine’s spectacular coast. There’s an actual shipwreck on the white-sand shores of Higgins Beach, mere feet away from the inn. But maybe treasure is the sand dollar your kids will find at the beach, one of Maine’s finest. It might be sleeping late in your room (worth your weight in gold), eating a smoked local seafood platter at the Shade restaurant or going for a sunset stroll by the Atlantic. If it’s memories you treasure, create some here: Learn to ocean surf, go for a sail in the calm waters of nearby Sebago Lake, take the family for a fun day at the Old Orchard Beach pier.

Brant Point Courtyard

15 Swain Street Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-228-0241 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Nantucket Island resort with the comforts of the mainland.

Perfectly positioned between Nantucket town and great beaches and private enough for peace and quiet, Brant Point Courtyard has the feel of a hotel and the comforts of a more relaxed vacation style. Fourteen units, including a one bedroom, a one bedroom cottage and a one bedroom two floor townhome come with every amenity you’ll need. Fully stocked kitchen with dishwasher, living room, 1,11/2, or 2 baths, bath and bed linens, on site free laundry, gas grills, family areas, and a favorite of Island visitors, an outdoor shower. Some units may also have hardwood floors, whirlpool tubs, decks, patios, and fireplaces. Shopping, dining, horseback riding, hiking and sightseeing along historic trails and at historic sites offers our visitors the very best in Nantucket charm and adventure.

Beachside Village

45 Surf Drive Falmouth, MA, 02540 Phone: 508-548-3975 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Former seaside mansion now a relaxing resort, a few steps from the beach

Once a cozy seaside mansion for a successful sea captain, the Beachside Village Resort, in the Falmouth Heights area of Cape Cod, beckons those seeking relaxation and fun by the water. The resort is right across the street from a sandy beach, and many of its units feature ocean views (that’s the Vineyard in the distance). There’s a great outdoor heated pool, picnic tables, outdoor grills and a children’s playground. The accommodations have kitchenettes, fireplaces and outdoor seating on decks or patios. From this private resort, you’re about half a mile to a scenic bike trail along the shore and less than a mile from the charming seaside village of Falmouth, with an assortment of restaurants, museums, shops, arts venues and other attractions.

Ocean House Resort

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

Breathtaking views, exceptional service hallmarks of this sophisticated seaside resort

Everywhere you look, a stunning view of the sea. That’s one of the many reasons guests keep returning to the Ocean House, a beachside resort perched high on a bluff overlooking Block Island Sound. From your room or suite, or private cottage, enjoy a view of the Atlantic or Little Narragansett Bay. Accommodations also feature luxurious linens, marble bathrooms, plush robes and the services of a floor valet. With access to the resort’s private white-sand beach, you can learn to surf, build a sand castle or enjoy a cocktail served by your beach butler. Seaside dining at its finest is served at COAST restaurant, voted one of CNN Traveler’s World’s Best Waterfront Restaurants. And weekend lobster bakes on the spacious grounds are not to be missed.

Visit our sister properties - Weekapaug Inn - Watch Hill Inn

Cape Arundel Inn & Resort

208 Ocean Avenue Kennebunkport, ME, 04046 Phone: 207-967-2125 Toll-Free: 855-346-5700

The sea and so much more at this distinctive Maine Coast Resort

Set on a point of land with a 180-degree ocean panorama, this historic resort is a five-minute drive from Dock Square. You’re near beautiful beaches, lighthouses and boat trips as well as boutiques, restaurants, museums and myriad Maine adventures. Rooms and suites afford luxuries and amenities from Victorian seaside elegance and rich architectural details to retreat-like allure. The Club House Lounge features a stone fireplace, classic billiard table, and turn-of-the-century bar. There’s a heated pool with daytime dining and cocktail service on the patio; yoga on the lawn; complimentary bicycles and a shuttle for rides into town. Savor water view dining at the Ocean restaurant. Enjoy the many other resort pleasures or simply gaze oceanward gaze from the porch or lawn.

Inn at Diamond Cove

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

Gracious inn on a jewel of an island a sparkling getaway for vacationers

Tucked into Maine’s Great Diamond Island, a jewel in sparkling Casco Bay just a 30-minute boat ride from Portland, the Inn at Diamond Cove beckons guests to relax and reconnect. Luxury rooms and suites have balconies and hardwood floors, some with fireplaces and kitchenettes. Dining options range from a popular waterfront restaurant by the full-service marina to a cabana bar by the heated pool and firepit. On the inn’s pleasing property are tennis courts, bowling, a playground, space to bike and hike. Guest services will help you plan the perfect vacation including island activities from kayaking and paddleboarding to just chilling on secluded beaches; Portland excursions for museum-going and gallery-hopping; or day trips to lighthouses, outlets and L.L. Bean.
Due to the unfortunate circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, the Inna t Diamond Cove will not be opening for the 2020 season. Anyone holding reservations will be contacted by our sister property (the Portland Harbor Hotel) to make further arrangements, or call us at (207) 775-9090.

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.

Village By The Sea

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

Vacation in comfort by the sea at this welcoming condo resort

Sea breezes and marsh views will let you know you have landed on the Maine coast when you stay at the Village by the Sea resort. Venture out to the area’s many beaches, coastal amusement parks and waterways perfect for kayaks and canoes; book a sunset, lighthouse or cocktail cruise or a whale watch; go on a fishing excursion or sail aboard a yacht. Dine by the water. Then come back to your spacious home-away-from-home condo suite, with its full kitchen, wireless, private deck or patio or balcony, to really relax. The resort also includes indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub, game room, fitness center, barbecue area with gas grills and outdoor sports areas.

Wellington Resort

551 Thames Street Newport, RI, 02840 Phone: 401-849-1770 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Picture perfect in the heart of downtown Newport

Newport’s charm, history and scenery are all in play at this waterfront property in the heart of downtown Newport. Set on seven sprawling acres the resort offers a relaxing escape with distinct New England-style architecture and a postcard-perfect location. You’ll find spacious one and two-bedroom/bathroom suites that sleep up to six, with fine furnishings and modern conveniences perfect for a couple or an entire family. Extra touches include fireplace, washer/dryer, decks with water views, large living room, master bedroom w/king bed, partial kitchen, refrigerator, microwave and Wi-Fi. Most units have water views. There’s tennis on lighted courts, a health club and nearby, the Mansions on Bellevue Avenue, golf, sailing, and sightseeing before you head out for an evening on this magnificent town.

York Harbor Inn

Coastal Route 1A -- 480 York Street York Harbor, ME, 03911 Phone: 207-363-5119 Toll-Free: 800-343-3869

Featured on the Travel Channel's "Great Country Inns of America"

The York Harbor Inn family of Inns is comprised of five separate lodges for guests. Accommodations range from simple but elegant Country Inn rooms to luxurious guest rooms with Jacuzzi spa tubs, fireplaces, ocean views, balconies and heated tile floors. Our Bed and Breakfast style Inns offer a complete Continental Plus breakfast provided by a resident Innkeeper operator.

At York Harbor you're just a walk away from the beach and close to golfing, Kittery Outlet Shopping, whale watching, lobster boat tours, kayaking and area lighthouses. Conference facilities are also available so that you may get down-to-business in a relaxed atmosphere.

The perfect Maine Coast getaway is just over one hour north of Boston. We are open year round with special spring, fall and winter packages.

Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort

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

Coastal Maine, and a sandy beach, at the doorstep of this picturesque resort

Start your day in coastal Maine, at Lafayette’s Oceanfront Resort, with coffee on your patio, steps from the beach, or on your private balcony, watching the sun rise over the Atlantic. Enjoy the resort’s heated indoor pool, waterfall hot tub or workout room, plunk your towels on the sandy beach or head out to explore the area’s many trails, galleries, lighthouses, shops and restaurants (you won’t want to miss the fabulous seafood). Some resort units have kitchenettes, most have beach and ocean views. For more spacious accommodations, book a vacation home, a short walk from the beach. The homes feature accommodations for couples up to 16 people and features range from full kitchens and spacious dining areas to porches, decks and fireplaces.

Breezeway Resort

70 Winnapaug Road Misquamicut, RI, 02891 Phone: 401-348-8953 Toll-Free: 800-462-8872

The sea beckons and this boutique resort delivers

Rhode Island’s southern shore is prime New England beachfront. And you’ll enjoy all of it, along with comfortable accommodations and great service at Breezeway Resort - an affordable, family owned lodging recently awarded "Best Boutique Motel" by Yankee Magazine. Choose from our guestrooms, suites, villas and cottages with décor inspired by Pottery Barn, LL Bean and Restoration Hardware. Complimentary continental breakfast is yours each morning. Take your beach bag filled with fluffy beach towels to our own private beach or to the swimming pool. You’ll receive beach and resort parking passes and resort bicycles to enjoy the Misquamicut, Westerly and Watch Hill area where the livin’ is easy. ADA accessible areas and accommodations are available.

Beachmere Inn

62 Beachmere Place Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-2021 Toll-Free: 800-336-3983

Relax at an Oceanside Lodging Aside Absolute Natural Beauty

When a waterfront lodging places you just steps away from a famous and beloved oceanside walk – in this case, the Marginal Way in Ogunquit – you know you have hit upon the ideal place for beach and ocean vacation. Besides its thrilling location along a southern Maine beach, The Beachmere Inn amply fulfills the “resort” part of the promise. Luxury guest rooms and suites bathe you in beautiful surroundings with pleasures like fireplaces and private balconies or patios. Let your body be healthfully soaked and kneaded at the Inn’s hot tub, sauna, massage rooms, and exercise room. The Inn’s Blue Bistro has windows looking out over the ocean and, in summer, outdoor lunch on the rotunda – taking you closer to Maine coastal views that are the envy of oceanfront resorts anywhere on Earth.

Neptune House

64 Connecticut Avenue Block Island (New Shoreham), RI, 02807 Phone: 401-466-2100 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Island resort guests have access to 17 miles of beaches, fabulous views

The story goes that a stranger once asked four Block Island residents where the beach was, and they all pointed in different directions. They were all correct. The island, surrounded by the Atlantic and listed as one of the “12 Last Great Places in the Western Hemisphere” by The Nature Conservancy, boasts 17 miles of beautiful beaches as well as 365 freshwater ponds. Enjoy nature’s bounty from your comfortable condo unit at Neptune House, where the hospitality and the new-this-summer outdoor pool are warm. The resort, where units feature full kitchens and plenty of room to relax, also offers tennis courts, BBQ grills, a reading library and pool table. The island, in addition to its beaches, is crisscrossed with 25 miles of trails for hiking and biking.

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White Elephant Resorts and Hotels

Several Wonderful Locations Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-325-1000 Toll-Free: 800-475-2637

Dine, sail or just enjoy the water views from island resorts

Life revolves around the water at Nantucket Island Resorts. From most of the group’s inns, cottages and lofts, guests have harbor, bay or ocean views, and pristine beaches, a luxurious marina and sunset cruises are a walk or a bike ride away. Diners are in on the spectacular seaside scenery, from the deck of Topper’s restaurant at the Wauwinet to the harborside Brant Point Grill at the White Elephant Hotel. The sea also figures into the locally sourced cuisine, including Retsyo oysters cultivated a mere 300 yards from the Wauwinet. Noted for impeccable service and airy, comfortable rooms, resort properties, from the stately Jared Coffin House to the garden cottages of the White Elephant Village, are designed to make your island getaway unforgettable.

Anchorage Inn

265 Long Beach Avenue York Beach, ME, 03909 Phone: 207-363-5112

It’s a great day (and night) at the beach when you stay at this surfside inn

If you want to wake up each morning to beach breezes, park your towel on the sand practically at your doorstep, adjourn for a lobster roll lunch at a surfside restaurant, then spend the afternoon strolling through amusement parks and arcades or relaxing by one of your motel’s pools, then dining on a patio and watching the stars come out over the water – well, look no further than the Anchorage Inn on Long Sands Beach. Many of the inn’s 202 rooms and suites have amazing ocean views from balconies. Enjoy seafood from the Sun and Surf Restaurant, have a cocktail by the pool, use the fitness center or just spread out in your spacious room (some with fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs).

Nonantum Resort

95 Ocean Avenue Kennebunkport, ME, 04046 Phone: 207-967-4050 Toll-Free: 800-552-5651

Links to the water are everywhere at this classic family resort

Nestled along the Kennebunk River, The Nonantum Resort is proud of its link to the region’s seafaring history. That’s not surprising: It was originally a sea captain’s home in the late 19th century and has been welcoming guests for fun family vacations and quiet getaways for more than a century. With rooms and suites and restaurants that look out over the water, the inn radiates the tranquility of a seaside village. Walk into town to enjoy the shops and galleries of Dock Square or head in the other directions to great beaches. Want more water-centric ideas? Go on a lobster boat tour or lighthouse cruise, launch your kayak from the dock or let a resort guide help your kids pull up crab pots.

Oceancliff I & II

65 Ridge Road Newport, RI, 02840 Phone: 401-846-6667 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Stylish lodging for your Newport vacation

Here is Newport style and relaxed grace in a unique resort setting. One and two-bedroom suites offer spectacular views of Narragansett Bay with king-sized beds, separate dining area with mini-kitchen, wet bar, Jacuzzi tub and your own private deck or balcony with ocean views. Most suites also include gas fireplaces and complimentary Wi-Fi. The solarium swimming pool and spa has sliding glass doors, an outside deck, and retractable roof for sunbathing. Common areas include washers and dryers, outdoor grills and a picnic area along with tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, a horseshoe pit and a seasonal restaurant next door. Sailboat charters are available seasonally and you’re just minutes from shops, nightlife, the beach, famous mansions, museums, and Newport's magnificent waterfront.

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club

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

Gem of a classic resort right off the glittering waters of Cape Cod Bay

Right off the sparkling waters of Cape Cod Bay, the Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club has been recognized as a gem by AAA, Conde Nast Traveler readers and Travel + Leisure (who called it one of America’s Most Beautiful Coastal Views). In addition to outstanding service, the spacious resort also offers vacationers mansion rooms and comfortable villas with water views and access to pools, a gorgeous 18-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, a luxury spa, a fitness facility and, of course, a private beach. Dining options include beach snack bars, a pub and an ocean terrace restaurant. And Cape Cod beckons, from biking and hiking trails to whale watches, kayaking, sailing, fishing, shopping and gallery-hopping. (Check the website for updated health and safety rules.)

Meadowmere Resort and Hotel

74 South Main Street Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-9661 Toll-Free: 800-633-8713

Hospitality and Luxury Nearby Perfect Sandy Beaches

Meadowmere Resort and Hotel is ideally located to offer guests an unforgettable vacation on Maine’s South Coast -- a place of sandy beaches; rocky cliffs; classic New England lighthouses; and lively seaside fun like shopping, ice cream, lobster, and summer fireworks. Located in the beachside town of Ogunquit, the Meadowmere provides easy access to other nearby Maine favorites, like Kennebunkport, the antique shops of Wells, York Beach, and shopping in Kittery.
With a AAA 3-Diamond rating, Meadowmere Resort pampers vacationers and family groups with amenities like wireless Internet access; heated pools, Jacuzzis, a fitness center and spa treatments, all on the delightful property you would expect of an Environmental Leader Hotel.

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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