stenciled on the side handmade by a Scarborough craftsman.

Theres not a lobster tchotchke or lighthouse watercolor in sight.

We sat and read on the screened-in porch as catbirds and sparrows chattered outside.

Exterior of a cottage at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

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We popped popcorn and snuggled in front of the fireplace for a movie night.

It felt like, well, a vacation.

It was a clear, quiet morning, with only birdsong and the water lapping against the boat.

Exterior of a cottage at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

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At the end of the property line, a dozen rowboats bobbed in the rising water.

Here’s a complete rundown of what to expect at The Dunes on the Waterfront.

Screened-in porches are outfitted with white wicker furniture and antique pieces.

The living room in a cottage at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

My favorite touch: Being welcomed at check-in with a fresh-from-the-oven chocolate chip cookie.

Activities and Experiences

The water is the big draw here, and the activities follow accordingly.

And it wouldnt be summer in Maine without a beach trip.

A cottage bedroom and bathroom at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

In the evenings, gather at the fire pit overlooking the waterfront for smores as the sun goes down.

Family-friendly Offerings

Theres nothing kid-specific on site per se.

I traveled with a toddler in tow and felt comfortable and at ease.

The patio at a cottage at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

The propertys next stage will include fully ADA-accessible cottages, but theres no specific timeline yet.

The living room in a cottage at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

A cottage bedroom and bathroom at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

The patio at a cottage at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

A cottage’s kitchen at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

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Scenery at The Dunes in Ogunquit, Maine

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