Ready for an unforgettable summer?
From sunrise at Nubble Lighthouse in York to kayaking the Kennebunk River, Southern Maine is your playground for sun-soaked adventures and coastal charm. Think sandy beaches, scenic trails, and the freshest lobster rolls around. 🌊✨

Ready to get away?
Get in touch with Salt & Shine today to book your Maine stay!

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🦪 Love oysters? You're in the right place.
From $1 oyster happy hours to luxury caviar pairings, the Southern Maine coast is a seafood lover’s dream. We’re spotlighting our favorite raw bars—from York to Ogunquit and beyond—and even sharing how to enjoy oysters at home with your own private chef.

Slurp, savor, and stay salty with Salt & Shine.
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🌊 Why Choose the Coast of Maine for Your Vacation?
Lobster rolls, salty breezes, starry nights, and beaches that breathe life into you. From small-town charm to soul-soothing nature, the Southern Maine coast has a kind of magic you won’t find anywhere else—and Salt & Shine is here to help you soak it all in.
✨ Read the full post and start dreaming of your next escape.

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🧢 Live Like a Mainah 🦞
Here’s how to explore Southern Maine like a local (trust us—we are the locals 😉):

✨ Start your day with a scone + sea breeze
🌊 Skip the crowds & find the secret beaches
🦐 Eat where the lobster boats dock
🚶‍♀️ Stroll Marginal Way, York Village, or Kennebunk backroads
🍦 Never skip ice cream (locals don’t)
🛍 Shop small, shop salty
🔥 End the day fireside with takeout + ocean sounds

And when you book with Salt & Shine? You get more than a rental—you get us, your local experts + concierge team, ready to make your stay extra salty & shine-y. 🌊💛

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Let’s Get Crackin’: Classic Maine Lobster Rolls

After a long Maine winter, we’re ready to sink our teeth into summer—and nothing says summer quite like a lobster roll enjoyed in the salty breeze!

Learn how to create the traditional Maine Lobster Roll from:

What’s in a classic Maine lobster roll?

How to cook the lobster.

Lobster Roll Pro Tip.

How To Make.

Welcome to summer on the coast. Let’s get crackin’!

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