Town of South Berwick, Maine
South Berwick
Give Yourself a Maine Gateway Getaway
Whether you live elsewhere in this beautiful state of Maine or are coming here from elsewhere, planning a getaway in a gateway area has lots of special appeal! How so, you may ask. To begin, a gateway is sort of like going out to eat and starting with an appetizer. It whets your appetite, helping you to look forward to what’s next. That’s just the way it is here in this area, from the welcoming relaxation of the Maine Coast, to the all-out shopping that awaits you in our nearby towns.
Heck, even if you live not far from here, it’s fun to see Maine with fresh eyes. While searching out new adventures, you can return to old haunts to see what’s the same and what’s changed. After all, there are lots of mainstays here in Maine that are literally places to stay! More on them later.
Source: Powderhouse Hill Ski Area Facebook
Powderhouse Hill Ski Area
South Berwick’s Special Features
Let’s get back to what’s right here that makes South Berwick a standout unto itself. To begin with, there are lots to do outdoors right here! Vaughn Woods State Park is called a “hidden gem” with its old-growth trees, streams, and a nice year-round use trail. You can even take your pet out for a peaceful trek or two! Orris Falls Conservation Area is an area with unique geological features that make for interesting photography. The trail is considered moderate, so you’ll get a good workout along with interesting scenery.
Powderhouse Hill is a true family ski area! It’s the sort of place where skiing greats of yester years got their start. A quick read of their page shows you just how friendly the place is. You get to know when they’re open, including for night skiing, based on the weather. Along with that, these updates offer the delights of Maine jargon and flavor.
Before moving on to talking about local flavor, it’s good to know about Berwick Academy. It’s a Pre-K through grade 12 school that also has after-school and vacation programs. This is the sort of educational feature you simply can’t find just anywhere.
Day Trips, Dining, and Places to Stay
As you can imagine, with Maine coastal spots close by, day trips are easy to plan even without much planning when the weather turns to your liking! Plus, Portland is barely an hour away and Boston is more like an hour and a half. Both of those offer sporting and cultural events. It’s up to you to decide if you want small-city intimacy or big-city excitement! Keep in mind that Portland is nationally known as a foodie’s place to visit.
Of course, you can take a ride on the Amtrak Downeaster that cuts down on driving. It takes you through some surprising scenery in either direction. You can pick up the train just minutes away in Dover, NH, heading south to Boston or up the Maine coast to Brunswick. Either way, be sure to check out your arrival spot so you know what to expect when you get there.
Perhaps you decide to devote your day to a round of golf at The Links at Outlook and a leisurely evening or two stay at the Stage House Inn. Then again, after you’ve had a chance to see all there is to enjoy in our fair town, you’ll likely want to stay longer! When that’s the case, you’ll find cottages and other rentals with a quick online search, plus there are other lodging options just minutes away in nearby Dover, just over the Maine/New Hampshire border.
Much the same goes for eating out and dining options as the area has everything from takeout to eating in and enjoying a full meal. You’ll find seafood and vegan options as well as the usual. So, take your time, read the online reviews, then make up your own mind about which ones are likely to tickle your tastebuds!
Well, we sure hope your visit to our gateway area is thoroughly enjoyable, one that will make you want to return. Yup, it’s sure okay with us if that’s for the long haul! After all, everything you could want or need is right nearby.
