Looking to make a splash without getting soaked? Or to explore many of the area’s out-of-the-way waterfront views? Then there’s nothing quite like taking to the water in a kayak or on a standup paddle board (SUP) … whether you’re looking for a ride on the high seas or a calm excursion on the Tidal River. Just grab a paddle and you’ll be slicing through the water on your way to a day of challenging or relaxing fun.  The Ogunquit Tidal River, one of the area’s most popular kayaking spots, is just footsteps from your cottage or guest room. The Ogunquit River flows both to and from the ocean ..read more

The Best Craft Beer & Wine in Ogunquit  A cool beer on a hot afternoon.  A refreshing taste of wine just off the vine. What better way to relax and unwind in and around Ogunquit. Our area is home to some of New England’s finest craft breweries, wineries and vineyards. Best of all, they’re right here, or nearby and easy to get to. We thought we’d point out a few of our favorites. Of course, feel free to head out and find a few of your own too. That’s the fun of it.  CRAFT BEER SoMe Brewing Company1 York Street, Unit 3, York   Just to our south in York,  SoMe is a sm ..read more

This is the time of year where we throw open the shutters and let the sunshine in. After all, opening day is right around the corner. As stewards of this seaside cottage colony, one that has been in our family for over 85 years, there is plenty to do to get ready for our guests. Even though our winter may have been mild by Maine standards, there were still lots of wet, heavy icey storms and fallen tree limbs. Which is why we prepare for the worse each fall before gearing up for the next season each spring. Just to list a few of the tasks involved in getting ready for a new season…we remove the ..read more

The Ebb and Flow of the Ogunquit River The ebb and flow of the Ogunquit River is a constant part of the ebb and flow of life here at The Dunes. The tidal river provides the natural crossing point between our cottages and guest rooms on the mainland and the soft wide sands of Ogunquit Beach – rated one of the top 10 beaches in America – on the other side.  Each day the river fills and empties along with the Atlantic waters. At low tide guests can actually walk across the empty riverbed. At high tide, the rising ocean tide makes crossing only possible by boat.  What About the Rise an ..read more

Six Great Reasons To Visit Ogunquit in the Winter Fall has come and gone. Which means we’ve officially closed the doors on our 87th season here at The Dunes. But that doesn’t mean Ogunquit is closing down. Far from it. Because as the golden hues of autumn gradually shift to a blanket of white, Ogunquit shifts from summer hotspot to popular winter destination. In fact, the village and surrounding area are jammed with ways to actually embrace winter … not avoid it. Here are six reasons to bundle up and make the trek.  SKIING Ready for a brisk workout in the snow-crusted Maine countryside? T ..read more

The Best Ways to Enjoy Fall in Ogunquit Cooler days. Brisk nights. Blankets. Fireplaces. Hikes with breathtaking views. Apple cider. Pumpkin beer. Food fresh off the harvest. All set against a breathtaking backdrop of vibrant golds and reds. It must be fall in Ogunquit. Here at The Dunes we’ve got plenty of fall-centric ways to help you make the most of the changing seasons. Ripe For the Pickin’ Nothing harkens the arrival of fall in Ogunquit quite like a bagful of juicy apples or a nice round pumpkin. After all, these fall staples are perfect for picking, eating, drinking, carving, decorating ..read more

10 Very Cool Things to Do on Your Ogunquit Vacation There are plenty of mainstays to your visit to The Dunes and Ogunquit. The Beaches. Marginal Way. Perkins Cove. And lots of museums, art galleries and great culinary hotspots. Of course, there are also plenty of cool, unusual ways to really make the most of your visit too.  Probably some activities and attractions you’ve never thought of doing. We’d like to introduce you to a few things that are a bit off the beaten path that will definitely add a twist to your vacation.  1.)  A Bewitching Experience Who says you have to wait u ..read more

A Handy Packing List for Your Vacation at The Dunes How could you possibly have forgotten to pack the … Whoops. We’ve heard that one before. Alot. But let’s face it. Packing for vacation can be hard. Not everything fits in a suitcase. Forget Johnny’s boogie board? Cassie’s new bathing suit? The cooler? The wine? Or maybe some things you didn’t even know you needed. There’s nothing worse than scrambling around in search of those essentials you somehow forgot to pack. We feel your pain. Which is why we’ve put together a list of must have, absolutely can’t forget items based on our guests’ actual ..read more

Finally, The temperature is rising. The snow has melted. The flowers are blooming. And the sun’s shining down. Yes. Spring has sprung at The Dunes. And in Ogunquit. Keeping all of that in mind, we thought we’d give you a few ideas on how to make the most of a spring visit to The Dunes. The Dunes Lawn.The easiest way to really experience spring at The Dunes? Simple. Just step outside your door. The Dunes sits on 12 acres of beautifully manicured grounds filled with a remarkable collection of perennials, annual herb gardens, wildflowers and veggies. It’s an eye-popping celebration of color that ..read more

Working Together to Make Affordable Housing Available to All Mainers Owning your own home is part of the American dream. But sadly it’s a dream that some of Maine’s less fortunate can’t share in. Now many of our guests who call The Dunes their home away from home can help us make owning a home a reality for everyone. Thanks to your generosity, through The Dunes special Hospitality for Habitat program, we are able to continue working with inns all across Maine to help Habitat for Humanity build warm, affordable housing for all Mainers. Over the last 17 years, Hospitality Maine (formerly Maine I ..read more