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Best Things to do near Point East

A local guide to the beaches, restaurants, and quiet corners of Wells, Ogunquit, and Kennebunkport. With drive times from the condo, so you can plan your days without guesswork

A few favorites near Point East

Map of favorites near the Salt Marsh Retreat

Beaches

Wells Beach, a classic sandy Maine beach near Point East

Wells Beach

A classic Maine beach with wide stretches of sand, gentle surf, and plenty of room to settle in for the day.

Wells Beach parking info >
Drakes Island beach, a quiet stretch of Wells, Maine coastline

Drakes Island

A quieter stretch of Wells coastline, with expansive views, dunes, and a more relaxed feel away from the crowds.

Drakes Island parking info >
Moody Beach dunes between Wells and Ogunquit, Maine

Moody Beach

A beautiful stretch of shoreline between Wells and Ogunquit, known for its dunes, open ocean views, and peaceful setting.

Moody Beach parking info >
Ogunquit Beach, Southern Maine

Ogunquit Beaches

From the wide sands of Ogunquit Beach to the quieter coves along the coast, Ogunquit offers some of Southern Maine's most memorable shoreline.

Ogunquit beaches guide >
Gooch's Beach in Kennebunk, Maine

Kennebunk Beaches

Gooch's, Mother's, and Middle Beach offer three distinctly Maine experiences, from rocky shoreline to wide sandy beaches and classic coastal views.

Kennebunk beaches guide >

Food & Coffee

Brewed Awakenings coffee shop in Wells, Maine

Brewed Awakenings

A local favorite for good coffee, breakfast, and a quick start to the day.

Brewed Awakenings on Facebook >
Maine Diner, a classic breakfast spot in Wells

Maine Diner

A Wells institution serving classic Maine breakfasts, seafood, and comfort food.

Maine Diner website >
Fishermans Catch lobster shack overlooking the Wells marsh

Fishermans Catch

A casual lobster shack overlooking the marsh, with fresh seafood and a distinctly Maine feel.

Fishermans Catch website >
Billy's Chowder House waterfront dining in Wells, Maine

Billy's Chowder House

Waterfront dining with seafood favorites and views across the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge.

Billy's Chowder House website >
Hobbs Harborside seafood restaurant on Wells Harbor

Hobbs Harborside

Classic Maine seafood enjoyed right on Wells Harbor, with great views from the patio.

Hobbs Harborside website >
Congdon's Doughnuts, a Wells, Maine tradition since 1955

Congdon's Doughnuts

A Wells tradition since 1955, known for fresh doughnuts and a classic Maine breakfast.

Congdon's Doughnuts website >
Baker Bru Cafe, coffee and breakfast in Wells, Maine

Baker Bru Cafe

A local spot for breakfast, sandwiches, coffee, and something sweet to start the day.

Baker Bru Cafe website >
Big Daddy's hand-dipped ice cream in Wells, Maine

Big Daddy's Ice Cream

A local favorite for hand-dipped ice cream, sweet treats, and the perfect way to end a day at the beach.

Big Daddy's Ice Cream website >
Sea Salt Fry Co. fried seafood in Wells, Maine

Sea Salt Fry Co.

Casual fried seafood and classic Maine favorites, perfect for an unfussy meal by the coast.

Sea Salt Fry Co. website >

Sights & Walks

Salt marsh trail at Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Wells Reserve

Miles of trails through fields, woods, wetlands, and coastline, with plenty to explore at a relaxed pace.

Wells Reserve trail map >
Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge near the Salt Marsh Retreat

Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

A beautiful place to walk among salt marshes, coastal meadows, and wildlife along the Southern Maine coast.

Rachel Carson Refuge info >
Webhannet River winding through Wells, Maine salt marshes

Webhannet River

A quiet stretch of Wells where the river winds through salt marshes toward the sea. A beautiful spot for a walk or a paddle.

Webhannet River guide >
Ogunquit Museum of American Art, coastal Maine

Ogunquit Museum

A small coastal museum with an impressive collection of American art, sculpture gardens, and views over the Atlantic.

Ogunquit Museum of American Art >
Ogunquit Playhouse summer theater, Maine

Ogunquit Playhouse

Catch a Broadway-caliber production at one of Maine's most beloved summer theaters.

Ogunquit Playhouse tickets >
Marginal Way coastal walking path in Ogunquit, Maine

Marginal Way

A scenic 1.25-mile coastal walk from Ogunquit Beach to Perkins Cove, with dramatic ocean views along the way.

Marginal Way trail info >
Perkins Cove harbor in Ogunquit, Maine

Perkins Cove

A picturesque Ogunquit harbor lined with shops, galleries, restaurants, and boats. A great place to wander and spend an afternoon by the water.

Perkins Cove guide >
Dock Square shops and galleries in Kennebunkport, Maine

Dock Square

The heart of Kennebunkport, with charming shops, galleries, restaurants, and plenty of coastal New England character.

Dock Square shops & galleries >
Nubble Lighthouse near York Beach, Maine

Nubble Lighthouse

One of Maine's most iconic coastal landmarks, perched on a rocky island just off York Beach. Especially beautiful at sunrise or sunset.

Nubble Lighthouse visitor info >

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