Maine offers a myriad of engaging seasonally-driven experiences that Cliff House Maine strives to optimize to provide all of our guests the opportunity to own a moment in time, unique to the destination. Whether this activity be a maritime adventure or a leisurely experience, you will find everything you're looking for in Southern Maine. Adventure seekers will find excitement in sailing the Maine coastline, learning to surf the waves, or biking down a wooded single-track trail on a mountain bike. Kayaking, fishing, and horseback riding provide more leisurely excursions. These experiences and others will allow you to experience New England's charms and adventures up close.

We are happy to connect you with trusted vendors and the very best local adventure centers -- getting there is a cinch if you have your own transportation. Should you decide to stay in Maine without securing your own transportation, we advise you to contact our concierge team directly at 207-361-6245 to assist in arranging for transportation, as traditional means of transport such as taxi, Uber, and Lyft are not readily available in Maine.

Our Bucket List in Maine

Our concierge team would be happy to arrange any of these offsite excursions with our partners, please call our Concierge team (207) 361-6245

Kayaking

Enjoy a self-guided kayaking excursion along the Ogunquit River or a guided tour through York Harbor

Scenic Lobstering Cruise

This trip will include all that lobstering has to offer with some additional time to take in the sights. Southern Maine has some of the most spectacular coastline on the East Coast, as well as some famous landmarks all within a short distance from our harbor. After pulling the traps, we will take a cruise to take in some of these landmarks, which include Bald Head Cliff, Nubble Lighthouse, Walker’s Point, and Boon Island.
Departure times vary · Duration 2 Hours

Fishing & Lobstering Trip

This trip will do it all! You will haul lobster traps, learn about Maine lobster fishing, see the sights of the coast, and get some quality fishing in. You will be aboard one of Southern Maine’s premier inshore charter boats with Captain Phil Breton as you hunt for mackerel, striped bass, and bluefish.
Departure times vary • Duration 1.5 - 2 Hours

Inshore Fishing Trip

Spend half of your day hunting for striped bass, bluefish, and mackerel. This trip follows the coastline from Kennebunkport to York, stopping along the way to fish. Our local fishing charter partner uses several methods of fishing, including live lining, casting, trolling, drifting, and even fly fishing. This trip is suited for every level of angler, and is family-friendly as well.
Departure times vary • Duration 4 Hours

Bike Rentals

Bike rentals are available in Wells.

House Cars

At Cliff House Maine, we offer guests a world-class experience in all aspects of your stay with us. With this in mind, we are excited to announce our participation with the Volvo Experiential Driving Program.

This new partnership with Volvo will provide a luxurious driving experience on the roads of southern Maine to guests at the hotel. Beginning this season, Volvos’ onsite fleet of vehicles are available for complimentary offsite transportation and experiential drives seven days a week and on a first-come-first-serve basis, providing easy access and a way to explore the surrounding beaches, attractions and beyond. We hope you will take advantage of this program and visit some of the beautiful Maine destinations within driving distance of our property including Ogunquit, Kennebunkport and Portland.

Guests may reserve a vehicle for a four-hour period during their stay at Cliff House Maine, and the vehicles are loaded with GPS coordinates to the top area must-see locations and attractions for guests to enjoy. A valid driver’s license, domestic or international, is required and a vehicle waiver form must be signed.