60 Surprisingly Romantic Getaways in New England

“Romantic Escape” may not leap to mind when you come across some of the travel destinations on our list of romantic getaways in New England. But the following 60 ideas might just open your eyes to new places to explore together.

Are you celebrating a special occasion? Do you fancy award winning bed and breakfasts with guest rooms that blow you away? Inns offering in-room couples massages? Full service hotels that offer offbeat experiences (like hot air ballooning)? Or, do you care less about accommodations, and more about the destination’s vibe?

From snug B&B’s with a phenomenal breakfast each morning, to urban hotels, revitalized cities, adorable small towns, and quiet lakeside resorts, you’ll find something just perfect for the quirky, fun-loving, luxury-seeking couple. Just read on.

Beautiful Connecticut Lake on best of list of romantic getaways in New England

We’ve chosen our favorite lodgings in this Top 25 Romantic Hotels In Northeast USA. For the complete list of our choices for romantic destinations across America, check out our our list of the most romantic getaways in the USA, there’s one in every state.

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Romantic Getaways In New England: CONNECTICUT

The following is just the start. Discover more of our favorite destinations in this Best Romantic Getaways in CT post.

River Tavern Chester CT

CHESTER/HADDAM, CT ON THE CONNECTICUT RIVER

Performing, fine and culinary artists have been drawn to this mesmerizing ribbon of water, the Connecticut River, for centuries. And, after indulging in this Getaway, you’ll see why.

Lobster shack at Lobster Landing in Clinton CT

Some of the best artists and chefs in the region create in local kitchens and studios. Furthermore, since its reopening in 1968, the Victorian confection that is the Goodspeed Opera House has sent 19 productions to Broadway. See a musical.  Shop the galleries. Then end the day with an exquisite meal.

CLINTON/MADISON, CT

Montgomery Ward building in Putnam CT

No fudge shops or glitz and glamour here. Just serpentine rivers, a quaint harbor, an anachronistic winery, a rustic flower and animal farm, one of the most highly regarded indie bookstores in the country. Plus, find Connecticut’s only beachfront lodging – The Madison Beach Resort – and the best lobster roll on the East Coast (Lobster Landing/Clinton).

CONNECTICUT’S NORTHEAST CORNER

Sweethearts who enjoy discovering the newest “hot spot” together will love this formerly industrial section of Connecticut. It’s got a growing art district and, ironically, plenty of nightlife.

CONNECTICUT’S NORTHWEST BORDER

There’s a reason some of our favorite celebs have homes up here. Far from the maddening Hampton’s Season, the pace in this farmland and lakes section of Connecticut is slow and quiet. Quiet, that is, except for Lime Rock Racetrack. (Preferred by Paul Newman until he couldn’t race anymore in his early 80’s). You and your lover will love Falls Village Inn, with rooms done by NY City Interior Designer, Bunny Williams.

GREENWICH CT

This swanky Connecticut town is so much more than just the center of the Preppy Handbook universe. Known for its hedge fund billionaires, Captains of Industry and Hollywood types, Greenwich does not broadcast its considerable tourist assets. Ironically, many are inexpensive or free.

Exterior of Parkville Market

HARTFORD CT

Oh yes, literature lovers of all kinds will adore Connecticut’s capital city, Hartford. It’s got men and women of letters galore – most notably, Mark Twain, Noah Webster, and Harriet Beecher Stowe. Stay within the hulking commercial buildings downtown, at the newly opened boutique hotel, The Goodwin. Or book a room at the new artsy Delamar, in the upscale shopping and dining district of West Hartford.

INTERLAKEN INN, Lakeville

Romantic and pastoral in Connecticut’s lake district.

KILLINGWORTH

Lovers with a penchant for lavender long walks in the forest, and staying in a hidden hip 5-room B&B on a gourmet mushroom farm will plainly adore a quick trip to Killingworth CT and the Chatfield Hollow Inn.

Atticus Bookstore Cafe New Haven CT

NEW HAVEN CT

Of course, Yale University takes center stage in New Haven, but foodies have been flocking to this college town for decades. It’s where America’s first hamburger was, and still is, served (Louis’ Lunch, 1895). It’s home to the classic “New Haven” wood fired pizza (Frank Pepe’s, 1920; Modern Apizza, 1934, Sally’s, 1938). And, thanks to Bridgeport-based Frisbie Pie Co. (1915, no longer in operation), Yale students took to skimming empty pie tins on the New Haven Green, thus creating that unique sport known to co-eds and dog owners the world over. Cool-kids of all ages can stay in a variety of class-act boutique hotels. The Blake’s claim to fame is its uber-popular rooftop lounge, High George, and hip décor. You can’t go wrong, either, with The Study At Yale or Graduate New Haven.

OLD LYME, CT

Morning fog in Old Lyme CT transforms the landscape into the hazy tableau of an impressionist painting in the very place considered the Birthplace of American Impressionism. In the late 1890’s, widow Florence Griswold opened her home to American artists fresh from studying in France, forming the country’s first European-style Art Colony – an “American Giverny”.

OLD SAYBROOK, CT

Situated at the mouth of the Connecticut River where it meets Long Island Sound, Old Saybrook CT has drawn vacationers and celebrities for 150 years. Katharine Hepburn lived in the Fenwick neighborhood until her death in 2003.

Out on “the point,” The Saybrook Point Inn and Spa features two “Boutique Inns” –  in addition to its  already luxurious accommodations. Learn about Saybrook Point’s earlier incarnation as Terra Mar, frequented by Hollywood luminaries and gangsters. Discover,  too, some surprising  African American history on this down-to-earth but high-class Connecticut coastal Getaway.

WETHERSFIELD CT

If you and your honey love to curl up with the latest Revolutionary War history book, get all gooey eyed over George Washington’s sleeping quarters, or even fantasize about growing Heirloom vegetables from seeds,  you’ll love meandering around this very Historic District. Just a few miles from Hartford, Wethersfield is home to two charming B&B’s, great restaurants, authentically restored pre-and-post Colonial homes, and two of the oldest packaged seed companies in the USA. Still in operation.

Romantic Getaways In New England: RHODE ISLAND

The following list is just the start. Find out about these and more in the Mavens Romantic Getaways in Rhode Island post. 

Hobbit House at The Preserve RI Richmond

South County RI

Choose between a newly renovated, haunted inn, a boutique B&B, or the luxury Preserve, where outdoor activities include clay shooting, golfing, wagon rides, swimming, horseback riding, zip-lining, fishing, hiking, Hobbit House dining, and anything you can imagine, actually. Rhode Island’s South Country, which includes Narraganset (below), is generally bypassed in the rush to Newport or Providence. But it’s got charms of its own without the crowds (so far).

Mansion on Ocean Rd. Narragansset RI Winter

NARRAGANSETT RI

Even in winter, this Atlantic Ocean town oozes with romance. If you’ve got the guts, as the snow flies, try your hand at surfing off the town beach (wetsuits required). You won’t be alone.

Sign post on The Lawn at Castle Hill Inn in Newport RI

Those who believe that New England beach resort towns are dead in the wintertime must visit Narragansett RI – a popular Atlantic Ocean beach community – in the coldest months. For starters, January is the best month for surfing (who knew?), down-filled outerwear is made for brisk strolls on snow-covered sand, favorite restaurants still buzz with happy eaters, shops are open, and best of all, rates at the coolest new boutique hotel, The Break, are satisfyingly low. So bring your Polar Bear honey to the Rhode Island shore for a bracing, romantic getaway.

NEWPORT, RI

Back exterior view of Ocean House in Watch Hill RI

Newport RI has a flair for the dramatic. The town is both paean to the America’s Cup Yacht Race and the conspicuous consumer lifestyle of the Gilded Age, with lots of shopping, great restaurants and the prestigious Relais & Chateaux’s Castle Hill Inn – an out of town hideaway with the most enthralling views of the Atlantic Ocean from almost every balcony or deck.

WATCH HILL RI

Victorians came to this seaside town, with their steamer trucks, for a summer of relaxation. Taylor Swift loved it so much, she bought a house here. Plus, there’s an oyster farm, great brews, sand, and surf. And, if you really want to impress your sweetheart, stay at the ultra-luxe Ocean House hotel, which has recently updated its rooms.

Romantic Getaways In New England: MASSACHUSETTS

The following is just the start. Find out about these and many more on this Getaway Mavens Romantic Massachusetts Getaways roundup

Adams Library at Peace Fields Quincy MA

QUINCY MA

Take a deep dive into the lives of John and Abigail Adams – the most romantic Founding Couple of All Time – where they lived, died, and are interred together in tombs on which you can place your hands. Quincy is steeped in history, but it’s also becoming more and more a foodie destination. And – an Instagram curiosity by virtue of one of its past industries. Granite. Those with a passion for history will love it here.

Suite 22 Inn at Hastings Park Lexington MA
Suite 22 Inn at Hastings Park Lexington MA

LEXINGTON MA 

The Inn at Hastings Park in Lexington MA, manages to merge American History with amour in the most romantic of ways. Those who find that the stirrings our our country’s beginnings also stir their hearts will love to spend a few days in this deeply American town.

Louisa May Alcott Orchard House Concord MA
Louisa May Alcott Orchard House Concord MA

CONCORD MA

Alcott, Emerson, Hawthorne, and Thereau all lived in this rural Massachusetts town best known for “the shot heard around the world.” In fact, you can tour the home in which Alcott wrote Little Women, and meanders around Walden Pond. Even more touching – stay in an Inn that harks back to the American Revolution.

FALMOUTH/SEACREST BEACH HOTEL

Falmouth MA, in the extreme southwest corner of Cape Cod, also encompasses the tiny burg of Woods Hole. 

But there are things to see in Falmouth as well, including a recently renovated Victorian mansion turned art museum, waterfront gardens with antique anchors as central features, and some of the country’s most awesome sunsets. Right from a newly renovated beachfront hotel resort with rates that won’t drain your bank account.

Working docks Gloucester MA
Working docks Gloucester MA

GLOUCESTER MA

Lost in all the “Perfect Storm” commercial fisheries identity is the fact that this coastal New England town was also one of America’s first Artist’s Colonies –  Rocky Neck – and what’s more romantic than that? Stay in a boutique hotel, tour the eclectic home of one of the very first professional interior decorators, and drink some great beer overlooking the fishing docks on this not-so-fishy getaway.

HIDDEN BOSTON MA 

Hipster couples will want to check out these secret spots in Boston. And then bed down in the city’s newest rock ‘n roll (slightly bad-ass) boutique hotel – The Verb, right in the shadow of Fenway Park. Even Bostonians don’t know about some of these places.

MARTHA’S VINEYARD, MA

This New England Island- a ferry ride from Wood’s Hole, MA, delivers on hypnotic sunrises and sunsets, exceptional beaches and intimate hideaways. Even if you aren’t president of the United States, you’ll be treated like one.

NANTUCKET

Islands are just naturally romantic, given that you’ve got to take a boat or ferry to get there. Honeys with a curiosity about American Maritime and Whaling history are sure to find cerebral satisfaction in this preppy place – home to one of the best Whaling Museums in the world, and of course, the iconic Nantucket Lightship Basket. Stay at the Regatta Inn on a little side-street: what rooms lack in size are more than made up for with impeccably luxurious design.

Costumed Docents at Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth MA
Costumed Docents at Plimoth Plantation

PLYMOUTH MA

Lovers of history (and each other) will go gaga over the very first New World sanctuary for “Saints” who were religiously persecuted in Europe in the early 1600’s. In 2020 Plymouth acknowledged the 400th anniversary of the landing of the Pilgrims on Plymouth Rock – with some planned celebrations online and others canceled due to the unfortunate timing of the Covid-19 pandemic. Plymouth has rescheduled some events for 2021.

PROVINCETOWN MA

Live on the edge on this edge-of-the-world resort town. LGBT couples will find nirvana (and a whole lot of choice re: accommodations), but hetero romantics (and families) will also have a great, high-energy time at the tip-end of Cape Cod.

Whether you’re gay or straight, one of the most stylish inns to book is Carpe Diem Guesthouse, with gorgeous rooms, bountiful complimentary afternoon wine and nibbles, a fantastic breakfast spread, and the largest Moroccan Hamam on the Cape.

ROCKPORT MA

You live in Boston or New York, and you both long for a seaside escape with lots of fresh lobster, but just don’t want to drive all the way to Maine. What to do?

Head to Rockport MASS – which provides LOTS of New England Coast charm without the hassle. Stay at Yankee Clipper Inn – favorite of many celebrities of yore – a few miles from town on a wind-whipped cliff overlooking the Atlantic. It’s as romantic as all get out.

Romantic Getaways In New England: NEW HAMPSHIRE

Find out about these, exclusively, and more on this Romantic New Hampshire Getaways post. 

HANOVER NH

Are you a pair of through-hikers on the Appalachian Trail, a bit tired of camping out, and looking for some luxe digs for one night? You’re in luck. Just 431 miles from its northern end in Katahdin ME (1,713 miles from its starting point in Georgia), the trail runs right by the front door of the newly renovated Hanover Inn, basically on the Dartmouth College campus.

MANCHESTER NH

New Hampshire’s largest city not only spawned some of the great comedians of our day  – Adam Sandler, Seth Meyers and Sarah Silverman – it gave innovators in wine (LaBell Winery) and chocolate (Dancing Lion Chocolate) a place to experiment and thrive. Hmm… wine and chocolate….?

If you’re the kind of sweethearts who are into confections and fruit of the vine, or who gravitate to quirky and charming turnaround industrial towns, Manchester is a must. Sure you can stay in any number of franchise hotels – but you’ll want to bed down in the absolutely adorable Ash St. Inn, just a block from the famed Currier Art Museum.

Oceanic Hotel, Star Island Isle of Shoals NH
Oceanic Hotel, Star Island Isle of Shoals NH

PORTSMOUTH NH

Perhaps more than in any other New England seacoast town, it’s easy to imagine what life was like in this country when it was new and growing thanks to Portsmouth’s living history museum, Strawbery Banke, which isn’t a “museum” so much as a collection of 32 homes and establishments, most in their original locations and manned by costumed guides who interpret the lives and duties of the actual families who lived and worked in them.

Just one of the draws of Portsmouth, this romantic seacoast town is also known for great dining, fun shopping and the Martin Hill Inn, voted “Best Garden Lovers B&B in New England” by Yankee Magazine.

Waterfall at Chesterfield Gorge NH
Chesterfield Gorge NH

SOUTHWEST CORNER/KEENE/PETERBOROUGH

Lovers with a fondness for unexplored (or less explored) territories will want to escape to the area of New Hampshire that screams “New England” (so much, in fact, the region’s prime publication, Yankee Magazine, is based here).

You’ll find Little Red Riding Hood’s “Grandma’s House,” the boyhood home of “Uncle Sam,” breathtaking hikes, Ken Burn’s restaurant, and one of the most charming Inn’s in the State – The Chesterfield Inn.

SQUAM LAKE AND LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE NH 

The most iconic old-age romance movies of all time – On Golden Pond – was filmed right on Squam Lake (which served as “Golden Pond”), but lovers of all ages will appreciate the quiet beauty of Squam or the more active spots around the larger Lake Winnipesaukee. Stay at Manor on Golden Pond for classic elegance, afternoon tea and superb lake views.

WHITE MOUNTAIN REGION

The White Mountain Region in New Hampshire is so vast, the Getaway Mavens broke it down into three sections. Each area encompasses attractions old and new (mostly old) – perfect for the hiking couple seeking fresh mountain air and classic, old fashioned resorts and hotels. Some, as you will see, score highly on the “Romance” scale.

Romantic Getaways In New England: VERMONT

Looking for more romance in Vermont? You’ll find these and more in this Romantic Vermont Getaways Post

Bennington Battle Monument

BENNINGTON VT

This was Robert Frost’s “Road Less Traveled” and in fact, America’s famed rural poet is buried in this Vermont burg just over the Massachusetts border. The lush, green surrounding mountains are the defining aspect of this region – inspiration for poets and artists like Frost, Grandma Moses and Norman Rockwell.

And for poetry-spouting twosomes as well. Stay in finery in a grand Federalist inn, The Four Chimneys Inn – perfect for the couple seeking a Victorian-age “summer in the mountains” experience along with lightening fast wi-fi access.

BURLINGTON VT

He loves Teddy Bears. She loves beer. And you both love sunsets over a placid mountain lake. Presenting – Burlington, known as home to University of Vermont and a growing number of micro-breweries. Not to mention Vermont Teddy Bear Co.

Choose between two very different accommodations: the fun, quirky 4-room Mid-Century Modern decorated Victorian B&B, Made Inn Vermont, or larger stunning contemporary boutique hotel, Hotel Vermont. Both stress the craft beer experience – Made Inn Vermont treats each guest to a can of Heady Topper and Focal Banger, Hotel Vermont keeps a “Beer Concierge” on staff to direct guests to the best breweries in the area (and even offers a full-day, two night Brewery Tour package every other week).

FOUR COLUMNS INN, NEWFANE VT

Renovated in 2014, and reopened in 2015, this world-renowned New England Inn drew the likes of Mick Jagger (he and Jerry Hall stayed here for his both b’day) and other Boldfaced Names back in the 80’s and 90’s.

Not resting on its laurels, the inn has all the elements necessary for a romantic getaway: fantastic food in on-site Artisan Restaurant, a funky pub, and eclectically charming and luxurious rooms. You’ll never have to leave the stunning property if you don’t want to.

LUDLOW/OKEMO VALLEY

The bulk of visitors come to Okemo Valley to ski – Okemo is, after all, one of the top ski resorts in the Northeast. But like all other Getaway Maven escapes, this one does not focus on the “One Obvious Thing.” The Okemo Valley Region is comprised of 14 little villages (Ludlow being the largest, followed by Weston and Chester).

There is just one traffic light – in Ludlow – and no box stores. You can sign up for a 2-day crash craft-course, wander the halls of one of the first co-ed Academies in the country (now a great museum), shop like a fiend, eat like a foodie, and stay glamorous in a “castle” built by a Vermont Governor – the very baronial and stunning Castle Hill Resort and Spa.

MANCHESTER

This escape is tailor-made for the outdoorsy, adventurous couple. Once known for its Outlet Stores and golf at the age-old Equinox Resort, Manchester VT is transitioning into a four-seasons soft adventure, “Sporting Weekend” hotspot with opportunities to learn extreme off-road driving (Land Rover Driving School), fly fish on some of the country’s best trout rivers (Orvis), and practice your shooting skills without killing anything (Covey & Nye) – all guided by experts in each field.

There are plenty of places to stay, but all Kimpton fans will be happy to learn that The Taconic, Kimpton’s first property outside of a city, opened in Manchester last year. So, bring your dog and your sense of adventure. Both with be glad you did.

MIDDLEBURY VT

Horse-lovers, beer and wine lovers, or just lovers in general will love Middlebury. The College campus even has its own LOVE Sculpture. Stay at Inn on the Green, and you can snuggle up while enjoying breakfast in bed.

RABBIT HILL INN, LOWER WATERFORD VT

Sure, this 19-room country Inn is as pretty as can be. But this is not the only reason the Rabbit Hill Inn has been among the top lodging establishments in New England.

No, Rabbit Hill is tops due to its owners, Brian and Leslie Mulcahy, who have been here over 25 years, and exude the kind of warmth and good will that radiates brightly around them. Of course you can sequester yourselves in a charming room here and never emerge. But RHI is best for happy couples who love to socialize and make friends. It’s got that kind of vibe.

RED CLOVER INN, MENDON VT

Only 15 minutes from Killington Ski Resort, Red Clover Inn – quiet, lovely and oozing romantic appeal – is a secluded hideaway for skiers who want a break from the crazy crowds on the hill.

THE ESSEX, VERMONTS CULINARY INN AND SPA

Ideal for the foodie couple who yearns to learn to cook together in a professional kitchen with professional chefs, dine on terrific, innovative cuisine and stay overnight in comfy quarters. This property was once a satellite campus of the prestigious New England Culinary Institute until 2009 (when the Institute was consolidated in Montpelier), with the teaching ethos, training kitchens and equipment intact.

Since then, the resort has built a world-class spa, kitchen gardens, a beautifully landscaped pool, and is in the process of upscaling guestrooms. With two great restaurants on site – not to mention private kitchens for that “special” event (proposals, anniversaries, etc.) – The Essex is a unique destination resort.

WILMINGTON VT 

Lovers of a certain age will remember spending weekends at Mount Snow (or Haystack) back when Poncho’s Wreck in Wilmington was the place to go after a day on the hill. Several years ago, Hurricane Irene wiped out most of the town, including Poncho’s.

Though that restaurant is no more, plenty of other new highly regarded locally sourced restaurants are. If your days of attacking the mountain are behind you – and you’d like a few runs in the morning followed by puttering around town and eating well, stay at the Wilmington Inn and Tavern, and see how Wilmington is back!

WOODSTOCK VT

Once a release valve for the Victorian wealthy who’d take the train from NYC or Boston to White River Junction, and then the 14-mile spur into the mountains, Woodstock feels romantically lost in time. This is the region where where the National Park Service chose to impart the history of land conservation in the US.

Add to that great hand-crafted cheese, famous artisans, and a historic luxury inn, and you’re golden for a wonderful cozy weekend. Plan to stay or at least book spa treatments at the uber-friendly updated Woodstock Inn and Spa – the town’s centerpiece lodging.

Romantic Getaways In New England: MAINE

Boothbay-Harbor-Footbridge-Maine

BANGOR ME

Have you and your guy/gal bonded over Steven King? Then, get thee to what King calls “Derry ME” in many of his novels. Of course, there’s a Steven King Tour available in Bangor, some great shops and restaurants, and a brand new Residence Inn by Marriott with the coolest double showers ever.

BOOTHBAY ME

Boothbay Harbor ME was the first “off-Route-1 town” that became popular with tourists on the Maine Coast, and, centered in “Mid Coast Maine” is quicker to get to than Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park to the northeast.

Yes, tourists converge here in the summertime, but plan a trip in June, and you’ll get the best of all worlds: temperate weather, phenomenal blooms, uncrowded attractions, and lower hotel rates. There’s a reason Boothbay Harbor and the adjacent Boothbay ME became so popular – collectively, it’s stunning.

CASTINE AND BLUE HILL PENINSULA ME

And, here’s more for the crowd-averse couple. Far off the well-trod Route 1, visiting Castine ME and the Blue Hill Peninsula is another great escape from the hordes. Just an hour from booming Bar Harbor, time seems suspended here, especially around Castine’s Town Green– a whitewashed series of buildings that include the Unitarian Church, Town Hall, and Historical Society – and the waterfront, not much more than a couple of restaurants and docks.

CLIFF HOUSE, Cape Neddick

Starry eyed twosomes seeking the hottest hotel on the East Coast will discover it here. InStyle Magazine called the re-imagined Cliff House on Cape Neddick ME, with ocean views from nearly every room, one of the best spots in the world to get engaged. And when you drive past lovely shore homes, pull into the long drive, and at last enter this Oceanside resort perched on rocky Maine cliffs, you’ll understand why.

FREEPORT ME

Love to shop? LL Bean, open 24/7, is headquartered here. And you can stay in Ole Yankee luxury at the Harraseeket Inn.

FRYEBURG ME

There’s not much going on in this New Hampshire/Maine border town.  Yet it is one of the Maven Favorite romantic destinations. Why? The Oxford Inn – an upscale, four room B&B with two outrageously good restaurants (one a pub), with one of the most stunning views on this list. Go in Autumn when the foliage turns the hills ablaze with color.

GREENVILLE ON MOOSEHEAD LAKE ME

If your love loves to take photos of moose – or criss-cross snow-covered logging roads on a ski-mobile, a visit to this Northern Maine town is in order. Greenville Inn is snug, cozy and luxurious all year long. But its particularly lovely in winter.

INN BY THE SEA, CAPE ELIZABETH ME

Repeat visitors told me not to write about this luxurious, beach-set, big-dog friendly environmentally “green” inn. They’d like to keep it their secret (and not be blocked out of rooms). The best choice on the East Coast for dog-loving duos.

KENNEBUNKS ME

In the Kennebunks, you will find the freshest New England cuisine, transcendent ocean-scapes, the light, the sea at play against the rocky shore. All that makes Maine, Maine is here. But on a much smaller, less touristy scale. Plan to go in the warm months of June or September, when sightseers don’t overrun the place and you can find parking and reduced hotel prices mid-week.

LUBEC ME

This Getaway – to Lubec and Eastport ME, and FDR’s summer cottage on Campobello Island – brings you to the easternmost land in the United States. Wth a short foray into Canada. Yes, it’s all the way up here. Or Down Here – to coin a “Downeast” phrase. Plan to drive a good ten hours from New York City or 7 from Boston. But so totally worth it. It’s beautiful and welcoming, especially to couples in love. But don’t forget to bring your Passport!

MIGIS LODGE, Sebago Lake

If loon calls at night thrill you no end, and the thought of a crackling fire in the living room of your own luxury cabin sets your heart ablaze, this lakefront resort is your perfect fit.

MONHEGAN ISLAND

Ten miles off Mid-Coast Maine, Monhegan Island is known for its artists and lobstermen, who live, symbiotically, on this tiny crust of land just under a square mile in size.

Though the population dwindles to 50 year round, when lobstermen continue to pull in those popular Maine crustaceans, warm weather brings artists, writers, birders, nature lovers and curious tourists who don’t mind experiencing a simple life without cars (or paved roads), private bathrooms, or even, in some cases, electricity.

But, ah, those views! The views that inspired some of America’s most famed artists. Those are what you came for, anyway.

PHIPPSBURG PENNINSULA ME

The Sebasco Harbor Resort becomes a multi-generation hub in the heat of the summer. But come off season, and this waterfront resort is prime for romantic couples seeking peace and quiet.

ROCKLAND ME

For the art aficionados who love Wyeths and lobsters, and a chance to stay in a hot new boutique hotel.

Schooner Stephen Taber on Penboscot Bay in Maine

WINDJAMMER CRUISE ON STEPHEN TABER, ROCKLAND

Nothing says “romance” like a multi-masted sailing ship at full sail. Especially when it’s you and a nautically-minded special buddy onboard an authentic Windjammer. Wine and cheese pairings, gourmet grub, and a lobster fest are are included on this mid-coast Maine adventure. It is positively soul-stirring.

SCHOODIC PENINSULA ME

Are the two of you in sync about nature and hiking but hate crowds? Infinitely more secluded, Schoodic encompasses 3,500 additional acres of Acadia National Park, with ferry and bus access to the bulk of it on Mount Desert Island.

The small towns of Winter Harbor, Birch Harbor and Prospect Harbor are all located on Schoodic. So on this Getaway, you’ll experience nature in its rustic glory. And, if you’re game, a few “Pickled Wrinkles.”

SEARSPORT AND ISLESBORO ME

Dine in intimate splendor and stay at a grand Sea Captain’s mansion, and then poke around a sleepy island just offshore on this unique lesser-known-Maine getaway.

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  • Malerie Yolen-Cohen

    Malerie Yolen-Cohen is the Author of the cross-country travel guide, Stay On Route 6; Your Guide to All 3562 Miles of Transcontinental Route 6. She contributes frequently to Newsday, with credits in National Geographic Traveler, Ladies Home Journal, Yankee Magazine, Shape.com, Sierra Magazine, Porthole, Paddler, New England Boating, Huffington Post, and dozens of other publications. Malerie’s focus and specialty is Northeastern US, and she is constantly amazed by the caliber of restaurants and lodging in the unlikeliest places.

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