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Portside’s Open House Weekend: Find Your Place This Fall!

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Portside’s Fall Open House Weekend is coming up Saturday, October 17 + Sunday, October 18, with open houses happening across Maine and New Hampshire.

Whether you’re actively searching or simply exploring what’s on the market, it’s a great opportunity to tour multiple homes, compare locations and price points, discover new neighborhoods, and get a better feel for what could be your next place.

Prepare Your Home for Fall

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Keep your home in great shape this season! A little attention now goes a long way toward a cozy, worry-free winter. Work through this checklist to stay ahead of the cold, and remember that your Portside agent is also an excellent resource for connecting you with trusted local vendors when you need a hand.

2026 Fall Foliage Guide

Fall Foliage Guide

Fall is just around the corner, and there’s nothing quite like autumn in New England. Crisp air, cozy layers, and landscapes bursting with color make this one of our favorite times of year. Here are a few places to soak up the season at its

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Autumn Events

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Events

Fall in Northern New England means harvest fairs, foliage runs, pumpkin regattas, and craft markets from the Seacoast to Downeast. Here's what's on the calendar this season, region by region.

Seacoast

York

Greater Portland

Midcoast

Central Maine

Bar Harbor & Downeast

Summer in New England

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Summer in New England feels different because everything that makes summer memorable exists within reach. In Maine and New Hampshire, you can spend the morning kayaking through quiet coves in Casco Bay, hike above the trees in Franconia Notch State Park that afternoon, and end the night eating seafood by the water with a sweatshirt on [...]

The Tides of Summer

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We’ve laid out June, July, and August in a clear, easy-to-read format so you can quickly check highs, lows, and timing. Whether you’re boating, fishing, or heading to the beach, everything you need is right here to stay on schedule and make the most of every tide. [...]

Get Ready for the Lake!

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As the ice melts and the days stretch longer, it’s time to turn your attention back to camp. Opening up your lake house for the season is more than just a checklist, it’s a ritual that marks the start of summer living in Maine. Whether you’re a seasoned lake homeowner or new to the rhythm of camp life, a thoughtful approach can set the [...]

Your Spring Home Checklist

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Spring is on the way! It is time to refresh, renew, and get your home ready for the season ahead. Spring in Northern New England is a welcome change. We have longer days, melting snow and ice, and a chance to assess how your home held up through the freezing conditions of winter. With snow still falling, this is the best time to get planning and begin the transition into spring! Use the details below to get your home ready for a stress-free season ahead

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