Newcomers like Portland's small-city feel, ocean-front location, and that it is a four- season vacation destination. Many enjoyed vacations here themselves before moving to town. Portland is Maine's largest city and is located on picturesque Casco Bay overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Just 2 hours north of Boston and 4 hours from both New York City and Montreal, Canada, Portland has quickly become one of the most desirable cities in the Northeast. The Longfellow is located between Casco Bay and the city's Old Port neighborhood. Map The Old Port was constructed in the 1800s and has been converted into a unique shopping, dining, cultural, and entertainment section of town. The original Federal-style architecture and many of the cobblestone streets have been meticulously preserved; creating a feeling of history and place in this city by the sea. Miles of sandy beaches and historic lighthouses on Maine's famous rock-bound coast are just 20 minutes away. The city is 20 minutes from Freeport, home of L.L. Bean, and just 3 hours from scenic Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Portland is also the departure point for the Cat ferry to Nova Scotia, and the Casco Bay Lines ferry serves the city's many islands. The harbor's natural beauty provides some of the best boating in Maine and is the gateway to the Maine coast. There are plenty of good harbors in Casco Bay and lots of islands to explore. Back