From Kennebunkport, Maine, to Marathon, Florida, these little communities have big appeal.
Looking for a new vacation spot or place to call home?
We’ve compiled some of the best small East Coast towns to make your search a little easier.
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Then, after some exploration, wind down with a craft cocktail at theMason Dixon Distillery.
Namely, people go for Beaufort, the island’s main town, which has a picture-perfect historic district.
Spend one morning getting your blood pumping by climbing the 199 steps to the top of theCape May Lighthouse.
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We promise, the panoramic views are well worth the effort.
Of course, this lakefront community has a lot more going for it than beautiful foliage.
The town is right on Lake Winnipesaukee in the foothills of the White Mountains.
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Marathon, Florida
When it comes tosmall-towncoastal living, Marathon is hard to top.
Not only is the town spread across 13 islands in the Florida Keys (how dreamy does that sound?
There areplenty of beachesto pick from, many of them known for welcoming nesting loggerhead turtles.
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It’s colorful and artsy, with beaches and plenty of nature to offer.
Beware: P-town attracts a crowd in the summer.
Provincetown is home to a large Portuguese community that stems from its history as a fishing port.
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