The Maine Attraction, Hidden Pond!

Craig and I recently got back from a long weekend in Maine! Neither of us had been and decided it would be a great spot for an anniversary trip.  We ate Lobster rolls everyday, sometimes twice a day.  We laid on Goose Rocks Beach and had drinks with the George Bush, Sr.  Well, actually, on a porch overlooking his property, but it counts. We hit up every antique store we could find in Wells, Maine, just down the road.  We spent the first two nights at The Tides Beach Club.  It's right on the beach.  Quintessentially Maine.  Only about a 5 minute drive from Kennebunkport.  The next two nights we stayed at The Tides Beach Club's sister property, Hidden Pond.  I think my quote was that "it's my new favorite place on earth."  It's tucked away in the coastal woods.  Very secluded and quiet.  

 

Upon arrival we checked into our bungalow.  We entered into the sleeping porch with glass doors that opened into the main room.  Each bungalow is perfectly decorated by a local designer.  With vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, marble bathroom, and outdoor shower, you may be tempted never to leave.  

Bungalow

Once settled, we hopped on our bikes to explore the property.  The resort provides beach cruisers for the guests. There are two pools on the property.  One is kid-friendly while the other is reserved for adults only.  Both offer cabanas and pool side bar service.  We stopped by Provisions, an on-site general store, to pick up a few snacks and drinks to have in the bungalow before dinner.  

The bike "shop"

Heated pool, Tree Spa, beyond

Provisions, the property's very own general store

After dropping off the goods, we headed to Earth, the on-site gourmet restaurant, for a late lunch.  It was only a 30 second walk from our bungalow!  Every inch of the restaurant was perfect. The food, the ambience, the drinks, the service.  Perfect.  A few hours at the pool followed by a nap on the sleeping porch, and we were back at Earth for dinner. We ended the night with drinks and dessert outside by the fire pit.  I could do the day over and over again. 

Earth restaurant bar

The next morning breakfast was served in a cooler that hung on the door of our little cabin.  Complete with a thermos of coffee and pastries.  I crawled out of bed early to sit on the sleeping porch enjoying the lovely Maine weather. Craig slept while I snuck out and enjoyed a massage at the Tree Spa.  Both relaxed and rejuvenated, we headed into Kennebunkport to spend our last day exploring the town. We had dinner where it all began, at the Tides Beach Club.  After having drinks on the lawn we hurried home to enjoy the fire pit and lovely atmosphere of Hidden Pond.  The next day we awoke to enjoy breakfast before heading off to the airport in Portland.  Before leaving I promised I would be back.   "Until next time, Hidden Pond" I shouted as we drove off the property.