Episode 609 of Weekends with Yankee: The Coast

Focus on All Things New England Having trouble viewing this email? [View this email on the web](. [Weekends with Yankee logo]( Weekends with Yankee Episode 609: “The Coast” From Connecticut’s soft sandy beaches to Maine’s rugged granite shores, our Atlantic coastline is a place of beauty and wonder, lapping along five of the six New England states and drawing visitors from around the world. This week, we start in Ogunquit, Maine, named by Yankee magazine as the best beach town in New England. Next, we travel north to a rocky cove in Acadia National Park, where we create an authentic Maine clambake (right down to the Red Snapper hot dogs). And then it’s back to New England basics with a lesson in traditional boatbuilding in Newport, Rhode Island. [WATCH NOW]( [Favorite Things to Do in Ogunquit, Maine]( A collection of favorite places to eat, favorite places to stay, and favorite things to do in Ogunquit, Maine, from the editors of Yankee Magazine. Crowned with some of the finest beachfront in the region, the seaside village of Ogunquit is the epitome of the New England summer resort town and, in our opinion, the [best beach town in New England](. Yet it offers plenty of reasons to visit all through the year, including memorable events such as Patriots’ Day Weekend in April, a spectacular Fourth of July fireworks celebration, the harvest-themed OgunquitFest in October, and the magical Christmas by the Sea. Regardless of what time of year you decide to go, there will be plenty of great things to do in Ogunquit, Maine. The Marginal Way | From [Photographs of Summer in Ogunquit, Maine]( by [Kindra Clineff]( THINGS TO DO IN OGUNQUIT, MAINE Marginal Way Though just 1¼ miles long, this walking path by the sea packs the kind of scenic punch that draws visitors from all over the world. There are at least eight pedestrian access points along the Marginal Way, but if you want to walk it from end to end, we recommend starting from Perkins Cove (limited public parking available; trolley service available from downtown during the summer) and strolling north to Shore Road, then jogging onto Wharf Lane and over to Ogunquit Beach. [marginalwayfund.org]( SEE MORE: [Walks Worth Their Salt | New England Ocean Walks]( Ogunquit Museum of American Art With a permanent collection of more than 1,600 works — photography, paintings, sculpture, and more — the Ogunquit Museum of American Art is the only museum in Maine to devote itself exclusively to American art. Among its marquee names are Marsden Hartley, Eliot O’Hara, and Bernard Langlais; past exhibits have included the works of Andrew Wyeth and Winslow Homer. And the visual splendors don’t stop at the gallery walls: The museum’s large windows offer lovely ocean views, as do its peaceful gardens. 543 Shore Road, Ogunquit. 207-646-4909; [ogunquitmuseum.org]( The Marginal Way | From [The Ogunquit Playhouse in Ogunquit, Maine.]( Public Library]( Ogunquit Playhouse One of New England’s historic summer-stock theaters, the Ogunquit Playhouse in years past welcomed the likes of Helen Hayes, Bette Davis, and Anthony Quinn to its stage. Now this spacious venue, built in 1937, is a showcase for the best musicals around, and even hosts world and North American premieres of new works. Plus, it’s a blessed retreat for talented Broadway actors who make the shrewd move of leaving Manhattan in the sweltering summer. Open seasonally. 10 Main St., Ogunquit. 207-646-5511; [ogunquitplayhouse.org]( SEE MORE: [New England Summer Playhouses & Theaters]( Footbridge Beach At Ogunquit Beach — the town’s “star” when it comes to swaths of sand — things can get a little busy at the height of the summer season. For a bit of a breather from the traffic and crowds, try Footbridge Beach: Located at the northern end of Ogunquit Beach, it qualifies as something of a hidden gem. Enter via a footbridge over the Ogunquit River, spread out your towel, and soak up the rays and relaxation. [ogunquit.org]( OGUNQUIT RESTAURANTS Barnacle Billy’s/Barnacle Billy’s Etc. Opened by the Tower family in 1961, Barnacle Billy’s soon became a Perkins Cove landmark and a magnet for lovers of classic Maine seafood. Proving you can never have too much of a good thing, the family opened a successful sister restaurant next door, Barnacle Billy’s Etc., in 1989. At both places, diners can count on the freshest seafood around, from the claw-meat-filled lobster roll to the ultra-filling clam chowder. 50-70 Perkins Cove Road, Ogunquit. 207-646-5575; [barnbilly.com]( Greenery Café A newcomer to the Ogunquit dining scene, the Greenery Café debuted in 2016 and has earned a reputation among locals as a can’t-miss breakfast and lunch spot. Among the highlights at the locally owned, from-scratch eatery: the perfectly done “Bennys” (offered in original, Irish, lobster, crab cake, and Florentine variations), the classic breakfast sandwiches, and the pastry case full of just-baked scones, muffins, cupcakes, and more. Bonus for early birds — the café opens up at 5 a.m. daily. 369 Main St., Ogunquit. 207-360-0211 Jonathan’s Ogunquit For a one-of-a-kind dining experience, look to Jonathan’s Ogunquit. The first floor is an upscale restaurant focused on farm-to-table cuisine (indeed, the lamb and many of the fruits and vegetables come from the proprietor’s own farm in nearby South Berwick); the second floor is a popular live-performance venue that has welcomed everyone from the Indigo Girls and Arlo Guthrie to Paula Poundstone and Lenny Clarke. Want to combine the two? Package deals make it easy. 92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit. 207-646-4777; [jonathansogunquit.com]( OGUNQUIT HOTELS & INNS The Dunes on the Waterfront Against the backdrop of 12 landscaped acres bordering a tidal estuary, the Dunes offers a choice of classic white clapboard cottages or cottage suites (with wood-burning fireplaces and full kitchens), or cozy guest rooms in the main hotel building. At high tide, rowboats at the dock make it easy to cross the tidal estuary to Ogunquit Beach; at low tide, you can simply stroll across. Nearby on the mainland side is the famed Marginal Way, taking you over the bluffs on foot to the village of Perkins Cove. 518 Main St., Ogunquit. 888-627-1461; [dunesonthewaterfront.com]( Cliff House Just down the road from Ogunquit, in Cape Neddick, is a splurge worth seeking out: Built in 1872 atop Bald Head Cliff, the Cliff House completed a major update in 2016 with revamped guest rooms, 25,000-plus square feet of new event space, and a new luxury spa. It’s all icing on what was already a tasty cake, as the Cliff House’s 70 oceanfront acres and wealth of ocean views have long been whisking guests off to their own little bit of heaven by the sea. 591 Shore Road, Cape Neddick. 207-361-1000;[cliffhousemaine.com]( SEE MORE: [Best New Hotels in New England]( The Beachmere Inn Conveniently located on the Marginal Way, this classic resort hotel caters to guests with in-room fireplaces, access to a hot tub, and an on-site spa and fitness center. In summers, look for yoga sessions on the front lawn, overlooking the Atlantic; if water sports is more your thing, they’re happy to coordinate surfing and standup paddleboard lessons. And don’t miss the chance to reserve a spot for one of their traditional summer lobster bakes. 62 Beachmere Place, Ogunquit. 207-646-2021;[beachmereinn.com]( SPONSORS Weekends with Yankee is a production of WGBH Boston and Yankee Magazine and is distributed by American Public Television. [Unsubscribe]( [Forward to a Friend]( [Send Feedback]( [Facebook](   [Instagram](    [Pinterest](    [Twitter](   Help us be sure that this email newsletter gets to your inbox. Adding our return address [Today@NewEngland.com]( to your address book may "whitelist" us with your filter, helping future email newsletters get to your inbox. Did a friend send this to you? [Sign up to receive your own copy and a free guide](. At anytime you may [update your email preferences or change your email address](. 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