Things to Do
PLACES TO EAT
THE TILLER: Located in the Cliff House, The Tiller restaurant is located in the Cliff House. Suspended above the ocean, offering panoramic views of spectacular sunrises, romantic sunsets, and the Atlantic Horizon, providing the perfect Maine oceanfront dining experience. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
NUBBS LOBSTER SHACK: Nubb’s Lobster Shack is a must-visit while at the Cliff House. Enjoy a quintessential Maine experience with unparalleled coastal views of the Atlantic. Try one of the Nubb’s specialties such as Lobster Totchos.
STREET AND COMPANY: Located in the heart of the Old Port, Street and Co. is a Mediterranean, bistro-style, all-seafood restaurant with over 30 years of experience. Scallops in pernod and cream and Lobster Diavalo are favorites here. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
THE LOST FIRE: German Lucarelli has had a passion for smoky, hearty, and authentic Patagonian barbecue his entire life. He brings to Kennebunkport a heavy dose of Argentinian steakhouse cuisine. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
SCALES: Scales Restaurant is a culinary haven situated in the heart of Portland, Maine. With a well-earned reputation for excellence in both food and service, Scale’s Restaurant has become a cherished destination for locals and visitors seeking an unforgettable dining experience. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
M.C. PERKINS COVE: Classic American bistro fare served in a unique, upscale, intimate, and cozy atmosphere overlooking the Atlantic. Steamed Maine lobster and grass-fed beef tenderloin are showcased on the menu. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
WALKERS MAINE: Truly upscale farm-to-table cuisine prepared over open flame and presented in a high-end, warm, inviting, and fireplace-lit atmosphere. Inspired cocktail and wine list meets engaged and knowledgeable service. All-day roasted cauliflower with brown butter, honey and fried garlic is a favorite menu item. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
WHITE BARN INN: Contemporary and New England-inspired cuisine served in a spectacular barn setting with ingredients sourced from local fishermen, farmers, and foragers. RESERVATIONS NEEDED
BARNACLE BILLY’S: Home of “luxury lobster”, Barnacle Billy’s, tucked along the edge of picturesque Perkins Cove, will delight you with their classic lobster and seafood offerings and keep you coming back with their warm comfortable hospitality and inviting view of “The Cove”.
THE FRONT PORCH: Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Ogunquit, The Front Porch offers an elegant and diverse menu that is served in all three unique areas of the restaurant: the dining room, bar + lounge, and the popular sing-along piano bar.
THE CLAM SHACK: The Clam Shack and its adjoining seafood market have been a Kennebunkport staple for over 50 years. The immaculate fish shack serves expertly fried food, traditional boiled lobster dinners, and an award-winning lobster roll.
BEACHFIRE BAR AND GRILLE: BeachFire Bar and Grille is known for its Smoked BBQ. Make sure to stop by and try their fantastic hand-crafted cocktails, fresh seafood, and great sandwiches.
ANJU NOODLE BAR: Indulge in the flavors of their chef-created dishes. Each meal is carefully crafted using the finest ingredients, ensuring a truly memorable experience.
BALD HEAD COFFEE CO: Located at the Cliff House, their baristas work with their signature label blends and single brew coffees to deliver a true “cafe” experience. They also offer fresh pastries, breakfast sandwiches, locally made snacks, local beers, select wines, and signature gifts. Guests can have their breakfast while enjoying the view from the Firepit’s Overlook Terrace.
THE GREENERY CAFE: Located in Ogunquit, the Greenery Cafe is a local, from-scratch brunch spot with inventive food and craft cocktails.
VIA SOPHIA: At Via Sophia, dishes are made in-house from scratch, using only the freshest of ingredients. Via Sophia by the Sea is a year round restaurant serving dinner and weekend brunch, offering a range of classics and innovative plates including Arancini, Baked Burrata, Grilled Calamari. Lobster Agnolloti and Fettucine Bolognese.
EARTH AT HIDDEN POND: Earth's creative, simple cuisine emphasizes “farm to fork” freshness. Local meats and shellfish are combined with ingredients from one of two onsite organic gardens, collected daily and used to each meal to enhance the tastes and create a fresh taste. Handcrafted pastas, charcuterie, and wood oven dishes will delight your taste buds. Their wine program includes Argentina, Chile, and Lebanon, and our unique cocktails include freshly blended fruits and garden herbs.
ULTRAMAR: Chefs Germán Lucarelli and Nano Crespo also crossed the oceans in search of adventures, experiencing new cuisines and flavors. Their journeys eventually brought them to the southern coast of Maine where they combined the freshest local seafood with Mediterranean flavors and the beauty of authentic wood-fired cooking.
EVERY DAY ACTIVITIES
EVERY DAY AT CLIFF HOUSE: Whether you’re looking for daily adventures or prefer to simply relax and enjoy the ocean views, Cliff House Maine has something for you every day.
THE DISCOVERY CENTER AT CLIFF HOUSE: The Discovery Center is open throughout the day, during your stay at the Cliff House to explore the local activities offered in the area.
SPA AT THE CLIFF HOUSE: This tranquil oceanfront Seaside Sanctuary is situated high atop the majestic cliffs of Maine’s southern coast. Guests unwind before treatment in the luminous sanctuary surrounded by views of the cliff and infinite horizon. Showcasing the very best wellness and beauty practices, The Spa provides energetic, therapeutic, and holistic therapies for all to enjoy.
CRAFTS AT CLIFF HOUSE: Bring the family to the Hartwig Theater to create a Maine wildlife stuffed critter. Participants are provided with a kit to create such animals such as seals, black bears, foxes, turtles and more.
YOGA: Guests are invited to join a complimentary yoga class on the 7th floor of Ledges, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Sessions are held twice per week and open to overnight guests.
RESIDENT GARDENER: BOUQUET MAKING: Create bouquets and explore the Cliff House’s multifaceted garden with Resident Gardiner Elizabeth Brown. Enjoy and learn about an array of spectacular native flowers that grow right on the premises.
ARTS AND CULTURE IN THE AREA: Ogunquit, York, and Kittery, Maine are deeply rooted in art history. Visit galleries and museums in the area to get a true understanding of the way of life that formed our quaint Southern Maine area.
GOLF COURSES IN THE AREA: Cliff House is the perfect home base for exploring the sites and culture of Southern Maine and its quaint, coastal villages. The location also makes it the perfect spot for guests who are passionate about golf.
INDOOR SIMULATOR GOLF: Explore the most iconic courses with the most innovative software in golf at the Old Marsh Country Club.
CHEF’S DAILY HARVEST AT TILLER’S ROW GARDEN: Visit with the culinary team at Tiller's Row Gardens, daily at 3pm as they plant, tend the gardens, and harvest vegetables and herbs to be used in that evening's dinner preparation. Tiller's Row Garden is located on the resort property, a short distance from the main lobby. You will find the pathway to Tiller's Row Gardens off the Main Entrance driveway, to Shore Road.
SCULPTURE GARDENS AT CLIFF HOUSE: The Celebrate Sculpture Gardens are curated by June LaCombe and can be visited any time of day, throughout the year, outdoors on the grounds at Cliff House.
MAINE DAY TRIP TOUR: Experience the scenic beauty of natural Maine. Participate in the exciting discovery of nearby day trip tours and getaway excursions by creating your own customized adventure activities that fit your style and interests. Lighthouses and scenic coastal tours with lobster lunch stops will delight you and your family or group.
SEACOAST SCIENCE CENTER: Experience the wonders of New Hampshire’s coastal and ocean environment through live-animal and interactive exhibits, hands-on enrichment programs, and community science events.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire offers two floors of unique, interactive, hands-on exhibits where you can explore Nature, STEM, Pretend Play, Art, World Cultures, and more for ages 0-12.
OFF SITE ADVENTURES
MT AGAMENTICUS: Located 8.8 miles from the Cliff House, the Mt. Agamenticus conservation Region consists of more than 10,000 acres and is located within an additional 30,000-acre expanse of conservation land in southern Maine. The mountain and the surrounding area provide residents with an ideal location for hiking, biking and sightseeing.
CLIFF HOUSE TRAILS: With views of the majestic Atlantic Ocean, take a relaxing stroll around the property using the Cliff Walk. At only .51 miles the walk begins just in front of the Weare Cottage and wraps around the property. If you are looking to explore nature, check out the trailhead guide just past the Weare Cottage. This loop will take past the fern garden, through the herb and vegetable gardens, and back to the resort.
MARGINAL WAY WALK: Just located 2.7 miles away from the Cliff House, the Marginal Way is perfect if you are looking to enjoy an ocean-side walk with plenty of opportunities to sit and take in the gorgeous view. Only 1.25 miles long, the cliff walk wends its way starting at one end near The Sparhawk Oceanfront Resort on Shore Road and brings you along a paved path, past stately hotels and inns, and rocky beaches to Perkins Cove.
WELLS RESERVE AT LAUDHOLM FARM: The Wells Reserve features a variety of trails, with one of their highly favored routes being the Knight Trail leading to Barrier Beach Trail and ultimately connecting to Laudholm. The best route to the beach starts with a broad view over grasslands with Mt. Agamenticus in the distance. Continue through an abandoned apple orchard and an aspen grove, then over a dike and out the Drakes Island gate toward Laudholm Beach.
ODIORNE STATE PARK TRAIL & SEACOAST SCIENCE CENTER: Within the 135-acre seaside park, visitors can enjoy expansive views of the Gulf of Maine, including four lighthouses, the Isles of Shoals, the mouth of the Piscataqua River, and the southern coast of Maine. Located in the park, Seacoast Science Center provides educational experiences for kids of all ages.
NUBBLE LIGHT HOUSE: The Nubble Light House sits atop its own piece of land situated just off the shores of York and is the most photographed lighthouse in America!