Inn by the Sea, Maine
Located on a mile of sprawling sand beach and only fifteen minutes away from the boutiques, galleries, and eateries of downtown Portland, Inn by the Sea is the perfect luxurious getaway for active vacationers. Stay in the Cove Suites to experience the perfect balance of modern and coastal luxury. During the day, explore the natural beauty of the area in a kayak, sailboat, or hot air balloon before heading off to see the town on a food or brew tour.
Stage Neck Inn, Maine
This AAA Four Diamond Award oceanfront boutique resort is truly committed to providing its guests with the most impressive experience. With conference and wedding facilities, casual oceanfront dining, an elevated bar scene, a fitness room, indoor and outdoor pools, seasonal clay tennis courts, water sports, and a nearby 18-hole golf course, there is nothing this resort doesn’t do. For a well-balanced vacation featuring equal parts excitement, activity, and relaxation, Stage Neck Inn is our go-to luxury resort.
Mill Falls at the Lake, New Hampshire
This luxury resort is located right on Lake Winnipesaukee, allowing it to feature both land and water activities. We recommend soaking in the sun with some boating, beaching, or fishing before hitting the golf course, tennis courts, or yoga studio. By evening, you’ll be ready to join us for the featured wine tasting before dining at one of the seven unique restaurants in the area. The hardest decision of the day will be choosing which one
Ocean Edge Resort, Massachusetts
Vacationers don’t only visit this 429-acre seaside retreat overlooking Cape Cod Bay to partake in the long slew of activities (think golf, pickleball, paddle boarding, whale watching, oyster bed tours, mixology workshops, and more), they venture to this part of the Cape to experience the superior accommodations. As a historic mansion, this resort oozes luxury. Choose from 90 guest rooms within the Mansion and enjoy the private beach, professionally-staffed tennis complex, and spa treatment room that come with it. Even from the outside, this resort is a sight to behold.
Saybrook Point Marina, Connecticut
Whether you’re looking for a luxury suite or a quaint room on the water, Connecticut’s Saybrook Point Marina has it all. This family-owned, AAA Four Diamond Award resort and marina features stunning sea views, cozy wood-burning fireplaces, elegant European linens, and elevated dining options. Here, relaxation is always in the air, making it easy to sip a glass of wine on your private balcony overlooking where the Connecticut River meets the Long Island Sound. In fact, they encourage it—and so do we.
About New England Inns and Resorts
New England Inns and Resorts was founded in 1907 and has been devoted to providing unforgettable experiences ever since. With over 300 hotels, inns, and resorts located across New England, we support exceptional hospitality with a dedication to keeping it local at every location.
There’s no need to travel far to treat yourself to a lavish vacation on the sand. It’s the summer of luxury beach resort trips so grab your honey or send it solo—you deserve a little escape to New England during the sunny months.
