Cape Neddick, ME

Cape Neddick is a scenic coastal community in the town of York, sitting right along southern Maine's rocky shoreline. It is best known for the iconic Nubble Lighthouse perched on a tiny island off Sohier Park, but for the roughly 3,000 residents who live here year-round, it offers a peaceful seaside lifestyle. Salt-air breezes, historic landmarks like St. Peter's By-The-Sea, and quiet residential roads give the village an authentic New England character.

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Day-to-day life here balances small-town tranquility with easy access to regional hubs. Families are served by York's strong public school system, and the local harbor still supports an active fleet of working lobster boats. Route 1 and the Maine Turnpike run close by for straightforward trips down to Portsmouth or up to Portland, while sandy beaches and the hiking trails around Mount Agamenticus are practically in your backyard.