Fresh off a top-to-bottom renovation, The Breakwater Inn in Kennebunkport is welcoming guests back with a splash — and a feast. One of Maine’s oldest inns, originally a boarding house for sailors, the storied 35-room property has been reimagined by Maine-based First Serve Hospitality. The result: a seamless blend of preserved historic architecture and contemporary coastal sophistication.
Perched on the Kennebunk River just 90 minutes from Boston, the Breakwater has long drawn celebrity clientele — from Martha Stewart to Patrick Dempsey and Seth Rogen — who come for its waterfront charm, timeless hospitality, and proximity to some of Maine’s best seafood spots. Now, guests can experience it all in a new way with the Ultimate Maine Food Tour, a curated culinary journey launched to coincide with the inn’s reopening.
The two-night package unfolds like a greatest-hits menu of Maine’s coastal cuisine: lobster risotto and blueberry pie at Mabel’s Lobster Claw, golden fried clams at Bob’s Clam Hut, a surf-meets-turf burger and whoopie pie milkshake at Harbor Burger Shack, and clam chowder or beer-steamed steamers at The Maine Catch in Ogunquit. Back at the inn, the day ends with sunset cocktails on the lawn and a finale of baked stuffed lobster at Port Fish & Chop House. VIP treatment is guaranteed at every stop — think best waterfront tables, signature dishes and drinks, and car service throughout.
After a day of indulgence, guests retreat to redesigned harborside suites dressed in serene coastal décor, luxe linens, and balconies overlooking the Atlantic.
The Maine Food Tour Package (from $2,500 USD for two, available through October 12) includes two nights in an oceanview suite, all culinary experiences, and transport. Whether you come for the food, the history, or simply the view, the Breakwater’s next chapter is already making waves.