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The Kennebunks, Maine

Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel — the postcard coast.

"The Kennebunks" is the local shorthand for Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel — three towns that share a coast, a school district, and a brand. Together they cover sea-captain villages, three of Maine's best public beaches, a working lobster harbor at Cape Porpoise, and quiet farmland inland along Route 1.

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The Kennebunks, three ways.

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The Kennebunks Lifestyle

Daily life, downtowns, food, and community in The Kennebunks.

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The Kennebunks Recreation

Beaches, trails, lakes, and outdoor life around The Kennebunks.

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The Kennebunks Real Estate

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Moving to The Kennebunks?

Moving to Southern Maine: The Complete Relocation Guide (2026)

The Kennebunks is one of many Southern Maine towns worth a serious look. Our complete relocation guide compares cost of living, schools, commutes, beaches, taxes, and retirement-friendly communities — so you can move with confidence.

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Sailboats and lobster boats moored in Kennebunkport harbor on the Kennebunk River with white sea captain houses along the shore

Festivals & Events

Kennebunk Boat Season: The Complete 2026 Guide to Summer on the Water

From the first dinghy in the water at Gooch's Beach to the last lobster trap hauled before Halloween — your full insider's guide to boat season in Kennebunk and Kennebunkport.

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