Saco

Situated beside the Saco Bay and the Gulf of Maine, the southern Maine coastal town of Saco is bordered by Old Orchard Beach to the north and the Saco River to the south separates it from the town of Biddeford Pool. With 10 miles of coastline and another ten miles along the Saco River, Saco is a very water-centric community and a wonderful place to call home. From where the Saco River drains into the Atlantic Ocean hosts the beach communities of Camp Ellis, Ferry Beach, Bay View, and Kinney Shores. Saco is a southern Maine community that bestows the friendly and welcoming Downeast Maine values that so many yearn for.

 

Whether along the Saco River or Saco Bay, the sights are spectacular because nature is always at her best. Here you can relax or take a walk on the miles of fine sand of the magnificent beaches to discover the pristine shoreline, clean beaches, clear water, and the constant gentle ocean breeze that makes for a perfect summertime destination. Enjoy aquatic activities like fishing, boating, sailing or kayaking in the Saco River and Saco Bay or bring your rod to the Camp Ellis Beach area and cast a line off the Saco Bay jetty that projects out almost a mile. If the fish are not biting or if you need some rest, walk right off the jetty or dock your vessel at a marina where you can enjoy fresh and local seafood at one of the restaurants. If you want some relaxation, try walking and sightseeing along the cottage-lined streets or browse for a souvenir in the gift shop. Go for a bike ride in the Saco Trails system or a walk through Ferry Beach State Park. If you are feeling intrigued by the area, participate in a guided tour lead by the park rangers to learn about the history and ecology of Ferry Beach.

 

If you need a change of pace or want to further explore Saco, head inland. Looking to entertain the family? Saco is home to an amusement park, two water parks, and a zipline & aerial adventure park. There is a miniature golf course for the kids as well as an 18-hole course for older folk. Catch a movie after dinner at the Saco Drive-In Theater, built in 1939 and one of the last remaining drive-in movie theaters in the country. Walk around the Historic Downtown Saco District to experience the flair of a true New England Main Street. Here you can browse a wide array of businesses from charming shops to local restaurants and bars to quaint boutiques. If you manage to find yourself bored, head one town north to Old Orchard Beach where you can people watch, visit the famous pier, or go on a ride at Palace Playland. Saco is conveniently located just 20 minutes south of Portland for any possible resource you may need.

 

Homes in Saco offer something for everyone's taste and preferred price range. With four distinct beach communities, you are bound to find a comfortable home in an area perfect for you. Whether you are looking to buy land, a summer cottage, a beach house, or a year round residence, you will find that homes in Saco are ideal. With pristine sand, relatively low surf, and no high rise buildings, the coastal Saco, ME area is one that caters to families. The areas of Camp Ellis Beach and Ferry Beach are enclaves to waterfront single family homes, many of which date back to the 1890’s. The areas of Bay View and Kinney Shores are home to more upscale summer homes and recent construction. Whichever area you desire, all provide units with convenient access to the waterfront, sandy beaches, and stunning ocean views.

 

If you are desire a high quality of life, let us help you begin your Maine Real Estate search and check out homes in the Saco, ME real estate market.