Ever wonder what goes into getting our homes guest-ready?

From fresh linens to handwritten notes, we prep every Salt & Shine stay with care, comfort, and a little coastal charm. ✨
See how we make your arrival feel like a warm welcome home.

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🏖️ Where History Meets the Sea: The Story of Maine’s Southern Coast

Before the beach towels and lobster rolls, Maine’s coast was home to shipbuilders, artists, farmers, and dreamers. From the elegance of York Harbor to the creative heart of Ogunquit, each town has a tale to tell.

🌊 Come wander through the rich histories of York, York Harbor, Ogunquit, Wells, and Kennebunk—and discover how the past still shapes the charm we love today.

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🌊 Must-Do’s in Southern Maine 🦞

Ready to explore York, Cape Neddick, Ogunquit, Wells, & Kennebunk? Here's your coastal bucket list:

✨ Stroll Long Sands Beach & Nubble Lighthouse in York
🌿 Catch a sunrise walk at Cape Neddick Beach
🎭 See a Broadway show at Ogunquit Playhouse
🍦 Treat yourself at Scoop Deck in Wells
🍷 Sunset drinks at The Tides Beach Club in Kennebunkport

Bonus: Book direct with us for insider tips + concierge planning! Let’s make your Maine vacation unforgettable. 🌞

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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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Skip the fees, keep the charm.
Booking direct with Salt & Shine means no surprise costs, no fine print—just more beach for your buck and local hosts who’ve got your back. Whether you find us through a big site or our own, you’ll always be greeted by a Salt & Shiner with area expertise and concierge-level planning. Vacation, simplified. 🌊✨

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