New Hampshire

19. Hampton Beach, New Hampshire | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire: Lamie’s Inn. If you are looking for an escape from the chaos and bustle of Hampton Beach, you can’t do better than Lamie’s Inn, just up the road in Hampton proper. Built in 1740, this family-owned and operated inn features rooms decorated in authentic colonial style, but […]

Massachusetts

18. (Tie) Plymouth, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Plymouth, Massachusetts: Pilgrim Sands Motel A family visit to Plimoth Plantation is a grand idea, but after a full day of time travel, you and the kids are going to want to hit the beach. That’s where this well-maintained motel with a private sandy strand comes in. There are also indoor […]

Rhode Island

18. (Tie) Little Compton, Rhode Island | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Little Compton, Rhode Island: Edith Pearl Bed and Breakfast If you are traveling with a pet, give Edith Pearl a try. Canine hosts Oreo and Cressa welcome dog friends, providing beds, bowls, and toys. Dogsitting is available for an extra fee. edithpearl.com   Where to Eat in Little Compton, Rhode Island: […]

Maine

17. (Tie) Old Orchard Beach, Maine | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Old Orchard Beach, Maine: Echo Motel and Oceanfront Cottages Nothing fancy, but the Echo is reasonably priced, modern, comfortable and located within walking distance of the downtown pier, but also just far enough away to provide guests some peace and quiet. Also, oceanfront cottages. www.echomotel.com   Where to Eat in Old […]

Connecticut

17. (Tie) Madison, Connecticut | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Madison, Connecticut: The Inn at Lafayette Smack in the middle of town, The Inn at Lafayette has a hint of European inspiration, with its French doors and pale, pretty room. If you get hungry, Café Allegre is serving up delicious, Italian-style meals downstairs. www.innatlafayette.com   Where to Eat in Madison, Connecticut: […]

Massachusetts

15. (Tie) Orleans, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Orleans, Massachusetts: Ship’s Knees Inn Just a quarter mile from Nauset Beach, the Ship’s Knees Inn is affordable and historic. The main house was built in 1820 by the family of a sea captain. www.shipskneesinn.com   Where to Eat in Orleans, Massachusetts: ABBA In the right hands, melding ingredients from different […]

Massachusetts

13. Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts Nashua House Hotel: In the heart of Oak Bluffs, The Nashua House is a charming 15-room Victorian inn right on Nantucket Sound. www.nashuahouse.com   Where to Eat in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts Smoke ‘n’ Bones BBQ: The slow-cooked smoked barbeque here replicates Southern styles with finger-licking results. On-premise eating […]

Massachusetts

12. (Tie) Wellfleet, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Wellfleet, Massachusetts: Gull Cottage Bed and Breakfast: A historic cottage tucked between a pair of ponds, built in the late 1700s, this property has been in the same family since the 1890s. The ocean is a 30 minute walk, but a private beach on Gull Pond is readily accessible. gullcottagewellfleet.com   […]

Maine

12. (Tie) Falmouth, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Falmouth, Massachusetts: Inn on the Sound: Perched atop a bluff with panoramic views of Nantucket Sound, the Inn on the Sound’s ten comfortably elegant rooms are open year-round. www.innonthesound.com   Where to Eat in Falmouth, Massachusetts: The Glass Onion: Be prepared to wait in high season, as The Glass Onion does […]

Massachusetts

12. (Tie) Falmouth, Massachusetts | Best Attractions, Eateries, and Lodging

Where to Stay in Falmouth, Massachusetts: Inn on the Sound: Perched atop a bluff with panoramic views of Nantucket Sound, the Inn on the Sound’s ten comfortably elegant rooms are open year-round. www.innonthesound.com   Where to Eat in Falmouth, Massachusetts: The Glass Onion: Be prepared to wait in high season, as The Glass Onion does […]

Maine

11. York Beach, Maine | Best Attractions, Dining, and Lodging

Where to Stay in York Beach, Maine: Cutty Sark Motel Located on Long Sands Beach, every one of the motel’s 42 rooms has an ocean view. www.cuttysarkmotel.com   Where to Eat in York Beach, Maine: The Union Grill and Pub Located within the Union Bluff Hotel. Be sure to try the onion rings or the […]

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