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A touch of England brought to Maine"
courtesy of your English hosts Mark and Judith Stephens. This
Historic Register Inn is located in Dexter, Maine which is
just 20 minutes off I95 and 50 minutes drive to Bangor and the
beautiful, scenic Moosehead Lake and Mount Katahdin region of
Maine.
The Inn is the former mansion home of State
Governor and Senator "Owen Brewster" who was
portrayed by Alan Alda in the Golden Globe winning movie "The
Aviator" that co-starred Leonardo DiCaprio as Howard
Hughes. The home was on televisions across the USA on "HGTV"
in their June 2008 program "If Walls Could Talk"
which was filmed in October 2007. Other noted people who have
stayed here include Presidents Truman and Taft, 7 senators
that the owners are aware of and "Louis B Mayer, the
founder of MGM films.
Featuring classic elegance in a small town
setting, the Brewster Inn offers a warm, relaxing and friendly
atmosphere. Built in the 1930's by noted architect John Calvin
Stevens, this Historic Register mansion features spacious
common rooms and ten beautifully decorated, comfortable
guest
rooms and suites which range from expansive to cozy with
each offering a distinct personality. Some accommodations
feature fireplaces, original wood panelling, window seats and
original tile bathrooms. Other rooms offer a lovely view of
the gardens or a whirlpool bath for two. One handicapped
accessible room is also available. All rooms have private
baths, cable TV, Wireless Internet access, and air
conditioning (in season).
In warm weather, relax on covered porches
and enjoy over an acre of rose and perennial gardens
complemented by an ornamental pond. In the winter, curl up in
the living room window seat and watch the snow fall, or sit by
the fire and indulge in novels and hot chocolate.
Whether you are looking for a beautiful
vacation filled with outdoor activities, a romantic getaway,
quiet weekend of relaxation, wedding, winter sports, craft
group, or corporate retreat location, Mark and Judith would
love to look after you and treat you to some wonderful English
hospitality. |
In the cooler months enjoy activities such
as the winter town festival, moose watching, dog sledding,
snowmobiling, skiing, ice fishing and hunting. In the warmer
months enjoy the towns "Wild West" weekend, Autumn
leaf colour, photography, public parks and beach, water
sports, fishing, nature walks, cycling and more.
Dexter offers a small town ambiance and is
enviably located in The Maine Highlands between the Maine
coast (approximately 40 miles to Belfast) and mountains and
lakes (approximately 40 miles to Moosehead Lake and Mount
Katahdin). Guests can take a picnic lunch and explore the
countryside or walk to antique stores and local Wassookeag
Lake.
Dexter is also on the Maine snowmobile
trails with the ITS trail running right past us. Explore the
area and all of its quaint charm while staying at the Brewster
Inn. Take a drive or bicycle ride and experience an abundance
of scenic views from Lake Wassookeag to the beautiful
countryside, forests and mountains.
Visit one of the many local farms and
orchards for apple and pumpkin picking and don't forget to
take home some delicious Maine pure maple syrup. |
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