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The Brewster Inn

Dexter, Maine.

The Brewster Inn offers a warm, relaxing and friendly atmosphere. A former Governors state mansion built in the late 1930's for then Governor Ralph Owen Brewster (later Senator) and portrayed by Alan Alda in the award winning movie "The Aviator"

Bed and Breakfast Description

The Brewster Inn is located in Dexter, Maine which is less than an hour's drive to Bangor and beautiful Moosehead Lake. Escape to the tranquility of the Maine Highlands. The Inn is perfect for special events, parties and weddings. We also offer the Inn as facility space for corporate meetings and group retreats of all kinds.

Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, quiet weekend of relaxation, wedding or retreat location, business facility or vacation filled with outdoor activities, the Brewster Inn of Dexter, Maine welcomes you!
The Brewster Inn is on the National Register of Historic Places and is a former Maine Governor and Government Senators family home. A portrayal of this family is seen in the Golden Globe award winning movie "The Aviator" starring Leonardo De Caprio (as Howard Hughes) and Alan Alda (as senator Ralph Owen Brewster). We are proud to be part of such fascinating history!

Our home will also be shown on TV across the USA on HGTV in June 2008! We will be featured on a segment of "If Walls Could Talk" (filming took place in Oct.2007). Check back for the exact programme "air" date. We'll post that here as soon as it becomes available

Explore the area and all of its quaint charm while staying with us at the Brewster Inn. Walk to shops in Dexter where you will find a variety of shopping, antiques and Maine made items.

Area Attractions and Activities:

Spring - Early spring skiing, hiking, fishing, whitewater rafting, maple syrup outings, seeing the birds return.
Summer- Swimming in Lake Wassookeag, boating, biking, golf, tennis, trips to the mountains and the coast, relaxing in the gardens.
Fall - Hunting, nature walks, horseback riding, wild-life photography, moose safaris, watching the leaves turn crimson and gold.
Winter - Cross-country & downhill skiing, ice-fishing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, enjoying the falling snow while drinking hot chocolate!

Antiques & shopping, Dexter's Historical Museums,

Services:

Cable TV, air conditioning, fireplaces, whirlpool baths

Most Popular Rooms:

The Honeymoon Suite was Owen Brewsters lawyers office. Its a large cedar paneled room with fireplace,seating area and queen bed. The bathroom has a shower and 2 person whirlpool and there is a seperate seating/bedroom off the main room

The Truman room was named after President Truman who stayed in that same room in 1942 as he was a personal friend of Brewster. This cozy room features queen and twin beds. The colourful tiled bathroom is original having a shower and tub

Inn Information

Season: All year
Rates: 69.00 - 139.00 US Dollars (double occupancy)
Rooms: 10
With private baths: 10
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

• Full breakfast
• We are happy to cater for brunch, lunch or dinner during your stay with a minimum 72 hours notice

Nearest Airport(s): Bangor BGN

Payment methods accepted:

• Checks
• Cash

Restrictions

• Smoking not permitted.
• No pets, please.

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