Snug Harbor Farm

This remains (after many years) my favorite place anywhere in the Kennebunks. I now work summers in an area inn, and I am determined to tell everyone that they must stop in here. They all come back to the inn quite grateful. The list of what’s wonderful here is quite long, and it’s impossible to express just how incredibly beautiful every square inch of this property (inside and out) is. Let’s see… There are the miniature ponies out back and the ponds. There are the odd and interesting displays in the giant barn area behind the tables out in the front that hold the seasonal plants, pumpkins, etc… The different little rooms inside the house area are ever changing, and you will want to possibly spend hours in each one. Stoll outside towards the back, and be sure not to miss a square foot out there! Yesterday, I discovered the chicken and other bird barn once again. This time, they all had seasonal treats like pumpkins as snacks. The chickens are amazingly tame there, I guess they get lots of kind treatment. The greenhouses are perfectly arranged with topiaries and lovely interesting plants. In the yards, you will discover little gnomes under miniature trees, etc., at every turn. The plants and items they sell there are all price ranges, but the quality is absolutely top notch. The best gift shop around, and they are open at least 8 hours a day every single day of the year. LOVE this place!

Verdant, rambling, superbly laid out, this farms offers an amazing array of plantings, shrubbery and perennials not offered at run of the mill nurseries. There are incredible objets d’art, rustic furniture, unusual sundries, cut flowers, fabulous fibers, local dairy items and veggies as well. The nursery offers the most amazing members of my favorite flora family — succulents — and they are displayed so artfully. Each green house and outbuilding offers so many varieties of exquisitely exhibited pots, with or without greenery. You will find water features and tall grasses ensconced unconventionally. Miniature horses, beautifully plumed fowl and white downy ducks stroll the property. And even though I didn’t see it, I swear I heard a peacock in residence! I will always stop in as I meander home along Route 9.

Spending a very cold, sunny November afternoon with my parents who stay in Kennebunk once or twice a year, they brought us here specifically just so we could see the mini ponies (because I might be an adult, but nothing reduces me to childlike wonder and joyful squealing like farm animals do). When we arrived we walked into a barn where a man was wrapping up red berries hanging off twigs in brown paper. Four mostly well-​behaved poodles bounded around vying for our attention. We didn’t stay long here as we were redirected to the actual shop (though my mom did pick up some of the decorative berries).
The store was filled with all things gardening related, terrarium essentials (I never thought I wanted a terrarium, but this place makes me want to start one!), succulents, topiaries, etc. And the prices? Very fair. I bought a small, clay rabbit for just $ 3 because the adorableness was mind-​blowing. The woman working in the store was all smiles, patient, informed, and allowed us to romp around the property at our leisure after we inquired about… of course… the mini ponies.
The farm animals were in fact amazing — at first we didn’t see the four mini ponies, but after a spell they came racing across the property chasing a few geese (the woman in the shop later said, «Chasing the geese is one of their favorite past times, I mean they have to keep themselves entertained somehow, right?» Lawlz.). We sat amongst the chickens, ducks, and geese who were all merrily eating the innards of some pumpkins totally unfazed that we were in their space. It was amazing to be so close to the hustle and bustle of Kennebunk and yet feel entirely removed; and to steal away a few moments with these gentle animals? Love it.
Snug Harbor Farm is a charming and rustic farm, nursery, gift shop that’s entirely worth seeing! Plus they also have some really fabulous workshops throughout the year including wreath making, how to make floral center pieces, and they even host tea parties and Easter egg hunts, too!

Nicely maintained farm and nursery. They have a nicely stocked shop with a huge variety of garden items as well as home goods. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Make sure you check out the greenhouses and farm land in the back of the property. Will definitely plan to visit on our next trip to KPT.

Amazing day stumbling upon this wonderful farm!
Here are pictures we took and a full review — from the miniature horses to the exotic birds — a gardeners delight!

Gorgeous. If you love garden centers, plants, flowers, all things gardening than you will fall in love w this beautiful spot. Meander the grounds & get inspired by all the plants & designer planters/​pots– country feel in this natural setting.
Topiaries galore, strong English tones. Beautiful selection of seasonal plants, flowers etc. as well as garden art, sculpture & planters of every variety/​shape & material.