Thomas Dean's (thosdean) Blog

Even before moving to the Maine coast near Mount Desert Island, my wife and kids and I had already begun exploring the enchanting carriage Trails of Acadia National Park.  Even ten years after moving to the area and finding all the other great places to ride, we still return to the park regularly...

Near the north end of Branch Lake, this buildable 2.4 acre lot is on the Happytown Road off Coastal Route 1, central to Bucksport, Bangor, and Ellsworth.  A great location for a summer or year round residence with access to work or play.  The best of both worlds.  For Details: LND - SYNOPSIS-PUB ...

My wife and I went to a late July 4th gathering on Last Wednesday the 8th in a small community comprised of 19th century vacation cottages on the north end of Little Deer Isle offthe coast of Maine.  For me the best feature was the old lighthouse in the view, situated on Pumpkin Island.  The whol...

When I moved to Maine 35 years ago, it was mostly as a result of the books written by Helen and Scott Nearing.  Since moving to the Mid Coast region a few years ago, I made the pilgrimage to the homestead that started it all in Brooksville, Maine.  Now maintained by young and energetic stewards, ...

As you travel up the coast of Maine toward Bar Harbor, before reaching Bucksport, you will be greated by the sight of the amazing new bridge accross the Penobscot Narrows.  In one of the towers is an observatory that affords spectacular views of the area.  This can be reached from the entrance to...

This brightly colored cape sits on 1+private acre in the jewel of the coast that is Blue Hill, Maine.  Only minutes from the center of the town that is the center for arts in the region.  Living is easy when your driveway is paved and your 2 car garage is attached by a breezeway.  The neatly laid...

This classic Victorian is actually Green Built and Eco-Friendly.  Using the best materials and up to date construction methods, this 3 bedroom , 1-Full and 2-3/4 baths home on 6.7 acres, costs little to heat and requires little maintenance outside too. $599,000 MLS# 881485  For more information: ...