Neighborhood
Cape Arundel Summer Colony Historic District
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The Cape Arundel Summer Colony Historic District preserves a collection of elegant summer homes that once hosted wealthy families escaping city heat. Strolling along tree-lined streets, visitors admire shingle-style and Colonial Revival cottages with expansive porches and ocean views. The district reflects the Gilded Age tradition of seaside retreats, with many homes still privately owned. It's a peaceful area for a walk, offering a sense of history and architectural beauty without commercial distractions.
Don't miss
- Admire the shingle-style architecture of the historic cottages
- Walk along Ocean Avenue for views of the homes and coastline
- Spot the distinctive 'cottages' that housed prominent families
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Cape Arundel Summer Colony Historic District
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inCape Ann Self-Guided Driving Tour in Gloucester and Rockport4.1★ · 108 travelers2–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$15 per personSee dates →
Most bookedWindjammer Classic Sunset Sail from Camden, Maine4.9★ · 449 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$65 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleAnnapolis Historic Walking Tour: Harbor and Colonial Downtown5★ · 46 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$235 per personSee dates →More attractions in Kennebunkport