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A Refreshing Destination For Your New England Inn Vacation
Located along the majestic Ogunquit tidal river, The Dunes on
the Waterfront is situated on 12 secluded and beautifully
landscaped acres, and boasts glorious views of Ogunquit Beach
and the Atlantic Ocean. And our
distinctive accommodations
place you only minutes from a wealth of exciting attractions. Visit
Marginal Way, a mile-long, scenic footpath that winds its way
along the rocky shore from the village to Perkins Cove. Watch
rising actors perform at the historic Ogunquit Playhouse. Come during the fall, and experience the amazing foliage. Or
browse dozens of eclectic shops, restaurants, and galleries in
Perkins Cove. Delight in the many attractions near this award-
winning choice among New England inns, including:
- Ogunquit Beach - A 3.5-mile expanse of clean, powdery white sand, offering an immaculate stretch of beach. (300 Yards)
- Ogunquit Trolleys - Transporting you throughout Ogunquit, Perkins Cove, and surrounding beaches. (at the hotel's entrance)
- Perkins Cove - Filled with a myriad of art galleries, fine specialty shops and boutiques, and tantalizing restaurants. (2 miles)
- The Marginal Way - A paved 1.4-mile footpath along the rocky edge of a cliff, featuring shrubs of fragrant pink and white sea roses. (1 mile)
- The Ogunquit Playhouse - One of Southern Maine's most important cultural landmarks, offering live performing arts. (2 miles)
- Kennebunkport, Maine - A picturesque, year-round destination offering fine gift shops, clothing boutiques, and art galleries. Visit Walker's Point, where George H. Bush's summer residence is located. (10 miles)
As you begin to discover the unspoiled beauty of Ogunquit, we invite you to explore some of our favorite destinations and activities, including:
Transportation
Trolley
The easiest way around Ogunquit is on foot or by trolley. The trolley runs every 15 minutes at peak times, and every 15 - 30 minutes during off-peak hours (early summer and late fall season, and early morning and late evenings). The trolley route services the Village Center, Perkins Cove and both the Main Beach and Footbridge Beach. The northbound trolley stops by the gray bench at The Dunes entrance, while the Southbound trolley stops directly across Route 1 from the main entrance.
Parking in Ogunquit
- Perkins Cove
- Footbridge and Moody Beach Lots
- Maine Beach Lot
- Obeds Lane
Places of Worship
Roman Catholic
St. Mary's Church
236 Eldredge Road / Wells, Maine / 646-5605
Services year-round
All Saints Church
School Street / Ogunquit, Maine / 646-5605
Summer services only.
Episcopal
St. Peter's by the Sea
Shore Road / Cape Neddick, Maine / 361-2030
Summer services only.
St. George's Episcopal
York Street / York, Maine / 363-7376
Services year-round.
Baptist
Ogunquit Baptist Church
Shore Road / Ogunquit, Maine / 646-2160
Area Golf Courses
Cape Neddick Country Club
Shore Road / Cape Neddick, Maine / 361-2011
Dunes guests have the privilege of playing at Cape Neddick Country Club. Advance reservations are needed for a tee-time, and can be made by our office up to 24 hours in advance.
The Ledges Golf Course
1 Ledges Drive, off Route 1 / York, Maine / 351-1601
An 18-hole, par-72 public course.
Links at Outlook
Route 4 / Berwick, Maine / 384-4653
An 18-hole, par-71 public course.
Merriland Farm
345 Coles Hill Road / Wells, Maine / 646.0508
A par-3, 9-hole public course.
Parks & Recreation
Ogunquit Beach
A three-mile long peninsula of white sand and natural dunes, this is one of the finest beaches anywhere in the world.
Mt. Agamenticus Park
Mountain Road / York, Maine / 363-1040
With miles of trails to explore and uniquely intriguing terrain, this park boasts some of he premiere mountain biking trails in New England. Other activities at the park include hiking, kite-flying, hawk watching and picnicking.
Ogunquit Recreational Area
Agamenticus Road / Ogunquit, Maine / 646-3032
This area contains tennis courts, a basketball court, playground and a little league field.
Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge
Route 9 / Wells, Maine / 646-9226
Created to protect the vital coastal marshes and wetlands in southern Maine, the refuge is home to many species of birds and waterfowl can be found here.
Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms
342 Laudholm Farm Road / Wells, Maine / 646-1555
This preservation houses 1,600 acres of fields, forests, wetlands and beach on the coast of southern Maine. This spot is where the Merriland, Webhannet and Little Rivers meet the ocean tides, creating a rich estuarine habitat for wildlife.
Boat Cruises
Finestkind Scenic Cruises
646-5227
www.finestkindcruises.com
Bunny Clark
646-2214
Deep sea fishing, full and half-day trips.
www.bunnyclark.com
Ugly Anne
646-7202
Deep sea fishing, full and half-day trips.
www.uglyanne.com
Silver Lining
646-9800
Sail on the Atlantic on this classic wooden yacht.
www.silverliningsailing.com
The Cricket
646-5227
Experience Maine's beautiful rocky shoreline aboard this locally built wooden sailboat designed over a century ago.
Entertainment
Ogunquit Playhouse
Route 1 / Ogunquit, Maine / 646-5511
www.ogunquitplayhouse.org
The Leavitt Fine Arts Theatre
40 Main Street / Ogunquit, Maine / 646-3123
www.leavitttheatre.com
Wells Five Star Cinema
Route 1, Wells Plaza Shopping Center / Wells, Maine / 646-0500
Area Museums
Ogunquit Museum of American Art
Shore Road / Ogunquit, Maine / 646-4909
Extensive permanent collection of 20th century American Art. Located at Narrow Cove, the museum has been called "the most beautiful small museum in the world."
Ogunquit Art Association Gallery (Barn Gallery)
Bourne Lane and Shore Road / Ogunquit, Maine / 646-8400
Contemporary fine art gallery featuring work by members of the area's foremost professional art organizations.
Click here for our New England Vacation Packages & Ogunquit Getaway Specials.
Easy Access To Area Businesses From Our New England Country Inn
Why stay at a motel when our comfortable New England historic inn offers
cozy lodging, personalized service, and easy access to nearby companies?
Consider us your ideal getaway for business travel. Take advantage of our
intimate guest rooms and cottages, which offer plenty of room to relax,
available high speed internet access, and vivid waterfront vistas. And when it's
time to network, you'll enjoy convenient proximity to the businesses
surrounding this waterfront New England country inn, including:
- Kittery Factory Outlets (10 miles)
- Pratt Whitney (10 miles)
- Hussey Seating (10 miles)
- University of New England (20 miles)
- University of New Hampshire (25 miles)
Click here for Events & Activities near our Ogunquit Beach Inn.
For generations, people have come to The Dunes on the Waterfront to experience
natural beauty, classic New England service, and a rich, vibrant history. Boasting
well-appointed accommodations, panoramic waterfront views, and convenient access
to a colorful variety of attractions and beaches, we've been a favorite family
and couples destination for over 70 years.
Book your reservations at our riverfront New England inn online today for our preferred rates.
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