Address: 563 W Washington Rd., Washington, MainePrice: $369,000Size: 2,716 square feetBedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 2Year built: 1850There are pretty farmhouses, and then there’s this absurdly picture-perfect abode for sale in Maine. Pulled straight from the snow-covered fields of a Norman Rockwell painting, the four-bedroom dates back to 1850—and has the antique charm to prove it.
Meet the new Mainers: Katee Lafleur and Andrew White, the thirtysomething couple running an under-the-radar farm in the tiny town of Montville, Maine. It m
We couldn’t go Up North this week without a stop by our favorite family compound in Spruce Head, Maine, where sculptor-turned-builder Anthony Esteves and his family live frozen in time. We’ve returned
“The story of the house…” begins Christina Salway. Then she stops. “Well,” she says, “it’s a magical house.” We both know how this sounds. Most people think their house is special. But this old farmhouse that is special to Salway, … Continue reading →
Go inside this restored farmhouse just off the coast of Maine. Inside, the designer's mother's art collections fill the space.
“The story of the house…” begins Christina Salway. Then she stops. “Well,” she says, “it’s a magical house.” We both know how this sounds. Most people think their house is special. But this old farmhouse that is special to Salway, … Continue reading →
Last September scrolling through Instagram feeds from my native Maine, I was struck by a small compound of houses on the craggy island of Spruce Head. Thre
With antiques, texture, and a taste for the unexpected, designer Emily Rand of A Visual Pursuit brings whimsy and playfulness to a family farmhouse in New Gloucester
This coastal farmhouse retreat was reimagined by Kennebunk River Architects together with e4 Interior Design, sited in Kennebunkport, Maine.
As a boy growing up in Brunswick, Maine, Braxton Jarratt explored nearby Bailey Island year-round, daring the waves to catch him on the geologic formation called Giant’s Stair and stomping along Casco Bay’s rocky beaches with friends. As an adult, he introduced his own kids, Julia, 17, and Quinn, 15, to rustic island life, renting shorefront cottages in the summertime and visiting his folks in Brunswick at other times of year.
A historic Kennebunkport home is remodeled for the needs of the present with a love for the past When Frank and Missy McDougald made the decision to move to Maine, they were living in Boston’s South End with their … Continue reading →
FEATURE-July 2011 by Rebecca Falzano | Photography Irvin Serrano | Styling by Janice Dunwoody For a family returning from abroad, a historic farmhouse gets a breath of new life and becomes home Old farmhouses tend to seduce wide-eyed house hunters … Continue reading →
“The story of the house…” begins Christina Salway. Then she stops. “Well,” she says, “it’s a magical house.” We both know how this sounds. Most people think their house is special. But this old farmhouse that is special to Salway, … Continue reading →
Looking for a dreamy summer read to take to the family cottage? Take a gander at The Maine House, a visual journey through fish shacks and cozy cottages.
Enjoy touring this modern Maine farmhouse that's the perfect locale for enjoying sunshine and a waterfront view. The inside is as beautiful as the outside.
This stunning modernized farmhouse retreat was designed by Whitten Architects, located on a 36-acre coastal property in Scarborough, Maine.
Enjoy touring this modern Maine farmhouse that's the perfect locale for enjoying sunshine and a waterfront view. The inside is as beautiful as the outside.
After a flood, an artist repairs and rethinks an old farmhouse A brutally cold winter and a late oil delivery—one plus the other equals bad news, and in January 2014, that bad news fell on the ears of Richard Lane … Continue reading →
“The story of the house…” begins Christina Salway. Then she stops. “Well,” she says, “it’s a magical house.” We both know how this sounds. Most people think their house is special. But this old farmhouse that is special to Salway, … Continue reading →
Everything you want to know about our coastal Maine cottage kitchen — cabinets, countertops, backsplash, sink, appliances, and more! Designing Our Kitchen I was gratified by your response to my post two weeks ago on the checkerboard pattern I painted on our kitchen floor! If you missed it, you can read all about it here! […]
A photographer’s daughter offers a snapshot of history on Vinalhaven It’s hard to imagine Eliot Elisofon ever took a vacation. The wildly productive, socially conscious photojournalist was also a war photographer, longtime Life staffer, painter, filmmaker, and author. He traveled … Continue reading →
A sophisticated, spare home for overnight guests to gather and retreat Builder, architect, interior designer, and landscape architect—they all have the same thing to say about Melissa Rizzieri: she knows what she likes. “Oh,” Melissa worries, “I must have been a … Continue reading →
Looking for a dreamy summer read to take to the family cottage? Take a gander at The Maine House, a visual journey through fish shacks and cozy cottages.
Main Street on Monhegan Island, Maine. All photos are printed on high quality lustre paper. All images are subject to slight cropping. Please allow up to 3 weeks for delivery.
A photographer’s daughter offers a snapshot of history on Vinalhaven It’s hard to imagine Eliot Elisofon ever took a vacation. The wildly productive, socially conscious photojournalist was also a war photographer, longtime Life staffer, painter, filmmaker, and author. He traveled … Continue reading →
This contemporary farmhouse was custom built and designed by Nicola's Home, sited in Maeve’s Way, a private wooded community in Cumberland Foreside, Maine.
“The story of the house…” begins Christina Salway. Then she stops. “Well,” she says, “it’s a magical house.” We both know how this sounds. Most people think their house is special. But this old farmhouse that is special to Salway, … Continue reading →
A historic Kennebunkport home is remodeled for the needs of the present with a love for the past When Frank and Missy McDougald made the decision to move to Maine, they were living in Boston’s South End with their … Continue reading →
A cutting-edge design makes use of humble materials and simple forms. Maine is old enough, and its agricultural history rich enough, that the phrase “iconic Maine farmhouse” can refer to many things. A house with a red barn. A “big … Continue reading →
Architect Nate McBride knows when to go all-in. While homeowners Amy Davis and Bill Ambrose’s first inclination was to use restraint in every aspect of their project, including its siting, McBride challenged that perspective. Ultimately, he persuaded them that the … Continue reading →
Peek inside a Historic 1823 Upstate NY Farmhouse in the Maple Creek Market home tour - Walk the grounds, see the Big Wood Barn & 2-story White Farm House!
Last September scrolling through Instagram feeds from my native Maine, I was struck by a small compound of houses on the craggy island of Spruce Head. Thre
A cutting-edge design makes use of humble materials and simple forms. Maine is old enough, and its agricultural history rich enough, that the phrase “iconic Maine farmhouse” can refer to many things. A house with a red barn. A “big … Continue reading →
Last September scrolling through Instagram feeds from my native Maine, I was struck by a small compound of houses on the craggy island of Spruce Head. Thre
Architect Nate McBride knows when to go all-in. While homeowners Amy Davis and Bill Ambrose’s first inclination was to use restraint in every aspect of their project, including its siting, McBride challenged that perspective. Ultimately, he persuaded them that the … Continue reading →
After a flood, an artist repairs and rethinks an old farmhouse A brutally cold winter and a late oil delivery—one plus the other equals bad news, and in January 2014, that bad news fell on the ears of Richard Lane … Continue reading →
Greenery, pinecones, oranges, sea shells, driftwood, LL Bean boots, and plenty of blue create a cozy cottage Christmas on the Maine coast!
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Looking for a dreamy summer read to take to the family cottage? Take a gander at The Maine House, a visual journey through fish shacks and cozy cottages.
As an interior designer, I'm always on the lookout for the latest trends and styles to incorporate into my clients' homes.
Draw inspiration from four diverse mountain dwellings with charm and gear-storage galore — and style as refreshing as a bluebird day.
A perfect home for weekend escapes or full time residence Here is a stunning two level home with traditional colonial proportions, crisp looks and an open floor plan, inspired by farmhouses from coastal Maine to Iowa's rolling plains. Balancing modern and traditional aesthetics, we've delivered classic design, craft details, and the features of a modern home. The mudroom and entry deck provide sanctuary from harsh weather, while the wrap around porch provides a place to enjoy the long days of summer. The full height attic provides storage for snow gear and sweaters in the summer months, and coolers and beach toys in the winter.
Hamilton Snowber Architects designed this New England coastal home nestled on a site that slopes down to Penobscot Bay in Rockport, Maine.
Architect Nate McBride knows when to go all-in. While homeowners Amy Davis and Bill Ambrose’s first inclination was to use restraint in every aspect of their project, including its siting, McBride challenged that perspective. Ultimately, he persuaded them that the … Continue reading →
“We expect that the things we live with will always be here,” says Stephen Peck. “But they’re getting swept away. I believe in honoring the craftsmanship and history that was here.” The “here” Peck refers to is an old barn-like … Continue reading →
After spending childhood summers on nearby Capitol Island, our client was looking for a quaint rustic cottage by the sea within one of the area’s summer colonies. As soon as she saw this bright red little cottage, she knew it was the one.
