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FIVE MORE GREAT MAINE HOTELS
Colony Hotel
Your kids will think they've landed at the White House. The acres of lawn lead to a beach where the Atlantic and the Kennebunk River meet. There's also a saltwater pool, plus badminton, croquet, and boccie. DOUBLES FROM $145; $25 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL PERSON. 140 OCEAN AVE., KENNEBUNKPORT; 800/552-2363; www.thecolonyhotel.com
Oakland House Seaside Resort
Families return annually to this Penobscot Bay resort to canoe, splash in tide pools, and play house in a clapboard cottage or log cabin. COTTAGES FROM $113. 435 HERRICK RD., BROOKSVILLE 800/359-7352; www.oaklandhouse.com
Claremont Hotel
An 1884 oceanfront compound with 14 cottages, two main houses, and championship croquet courts. DOUBLES FROM $120; KIDS TO AGE 10, $25 EACH. 22 CLAREMONT RD., SOUTHWEST HARBOR; 800/244-5036; www.acadia.net/claremont
Blue Hill Farm Country Inn
A cozy 14-room base from which to explore Acadia National Park. Ideal time to stay: during the Blue Hill Fair (September 1-5), of Charlotte's Web fame. DOUBLES FROM $110; $25 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL PERSON. 578 PLEASANT ST., BLUE HILL; 207/374-5126; www.bluehillfarminn.com
Chesuncook Lake House
Accessible only by floatplane, boat, or four-mile hike, this lakefront inn has four rooms and five cabins. Canoe to the bird sanctuary by day, dine by gas lamp at night. FROM $125 PER PERSON, INCLUDING ALL MEALS; KIDS UNDER 10 FREE. CHESUNCOOK VILLAGE; 207/745-5330; www.chesuncooklakehouse.com
OUTFITTER-LED ADVENTURES
Backroads
Bike, hike, and kayak through Acadia National Park on weeklong outings tailored to families—three staff members, including a kid coordinator, accompany groups of 20 to 25. Opt for inn stays or deluxe camping. RATES FROM $1,398. 800/462-2848; www.backroads.com
Maine Windjammer Association
These 14 wooden tall ships hold from 6 to 40 passengers (minimum age: five). They're available for multiday crewed charters with island stops and knot-tying lessons. FROM $395 FOR THREE DAYS. 800/807-9463; www.sailmainecoast.com
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