On Maine’s rugged Isle au Haut awaits a property to take your breath away.
A seventh-generation Mainer and a Scottish artist live and work in a nineteenth-century general store and carriage house, a stone’s throw from the town ferry landing.
Peter Pennoyer Architects is an award-winning practice in traditional architecture recognized as a leader in classicism and historic preservation.
Spring is upon us here in New England. The daffodils are blooming, trees have buds ready to burst open, and the grass is starting to green. I think whoever coined the phrase “April showers bring May flowers.” must have been a New England resident, because almost every day this April has been a rai
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.
A Maine cottage home tour. With a passion for pieces from the past, see how the homeowners brought this 1863 Maine vacation cottage back to life!
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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 →
In Northport’s Bayside neighborhood, you’ll find charming gingerbread cottages with spiritual roots, friendly owners, and inventive patch jobs.
Want to see some of the coolest period architecture Maine has to offer? Grab a partner, and our guide, and hop in the car.
In an extract from Vendome's new book on the historic houses of Maine, 'The Maine House', native New Englanders Maura McEvoy, Basha Burwell, and Kathleen Hackett explore a shingled cottage inhabited by the same family for over a century.
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Niftier than its tongue-in-cheek name suggests, the grassroots building standard launched in Portland balances cost and energy performance.
Here are some of our favorite Maine homes on the market now!
The storied home dates back to the 18th Century.
Perched atop a seaside cliff on a neck jutting into the Atlantic ocean, this large summer cottage exhibits the rugged, yet enchanting character of the Maine coast. The house is part of the Cape Aru…
Pond House is a rustic summer cottage by Elliott Architecture inspired by local fishing shacks on the coast of Mount Desert Island, Maine.
Six homeowners find big-time pleasure in their tiny homes in Maine.
What makes a Maine house a Maine house? As my coauthors — photographer Maura McEvoy and art director Basha Burwell — and I first made the rounds of book signings and events celebrating the publication of our new book, The Maine House (Vendome), this was one of the questions we were most often asked. When […]
With a bright yellow kitchen and nods to one owner’s Scottish roots, the interior design is far from predictable
Cape Porpoise resident Ed Sullivan wasn’t thinking of taking on a project when he learned that the house across the street from his was for sale. He wasn’t interested in the house exactly, but he did long for what came … Continue reading →
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.
Maine's rocky coast is known for its natural beauty and weather-worn charm. From rosa rugosa to Adirondacks, here are a few classic garden ideas to steal.
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.
This antique cape style house underwent a complete renovation and addition by Smith & Vansant Architects, located in the countryside of Norwich, Vermont.
An exploration of Maine’s ultimate fishing village In Maine, bridges are powerful place markers. One of the most epic is the cable-stayed crossing of the Penobscot Narrows, home of the tallest bridge observatory in the world and a gateway to … Continue reading →
I keep coming across beautiful homes in Maine that I want to feature here on my blog. Today's tour showcases a rustic cabin on Panther Pond.
You’d be hard-pressed to spot this compound from the water or surrounding forest — which is precisely the point.
This family’s four-season home, close to grandparents, is inspired by turn-of-the-century waterfront camps.
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 →
In the late 1800s, everyone who was anyone in Boston or New York wouldn’t be caught dead on the city streets come high summer. Once the heat rolled in over the cobblestones, the so-called “nobs” rolled out. The smartest among … Continue reading →
Get ready to fall in love with this Maine bunk house that's perfect for vacation or everyday living. The location is ideal and the interior is so charming!
A couple embraces decorative history with a light-filled arts and crafts-style home on the Midcoast. Ever since the kids were small, this family of four would set off every summer for two weeks of sailing. Eight hours after departing by … Continue reading →
Find out about the best things to do in Maine near Old Orchard Beach, Saco & Biddeford. All the best food, scenery and relaxation.
It’s no wonder artists and writers hole up in Monhegan. The entire island could fittingly be called “land that time forgot.” Weathered gray shingled houses, grass growing throug…
Get ready to fall in love with a renovated Maine timber frame house beautifully decorated in eclectic coastal style. Enjoy subtle pops of color throughout.
In 2017, Bob Horgan, a longtime Boothbay summer resident, was taking his daily walk around Ocean Point when he noticed a “For Sale by Owner” sign on the wonderful old house that was situated on the water between two inlets. … Continue reading →
Best House Exterior Renovations By Joanna Gaines; Here are the best before and after reveals on the show Fixer Upper. House Front, & Curb Appeal.
So many details in Nadia Rosenthal's dark, grand 1800s house on a craggy island off the Maine coast are not what you might expect. There's a pine sapling p
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.