The Brewster Inn

The Brewster Inn is an old school bed and breakfast with great hospitality! It is a well restored building with a comfortable living room. We had a lovely two nights there along with other eclipse viewers. Mark and Tina are attentive and obviously love having guests.

The owners Mark and Tina made my friend and I feel very welcome. My friend was initially stranded in Maine when we flew up because she was on a separate flight from me, and mine was delayed 11 hours. I was supposed to provide the transportation via a rental car, so Mark provided recommendations for a car company that could get her to the inn, and once she arrived they helped her settle in and get what she needed until I could arrive with the rental car. My friend's room, the Beckford, had everything she needed, and the bathroom included a tub. My room, the Clifton, had the larger bed which I needed, plus a child-sized bed that could be useful for couples traveling with a child. The bathroom was on the tiny side with only space for a small shower, but that was all I needed. Just make sure that you check in advance what accommodations each room has before you book in case you need a tub. The inn was in very good condition despite being a historic home, and breakfast each morning was satisfying. The house was so quiet that you wouldn't know it was mostly full the weekend I was there. I did notice some contraction/expansion noise from the radiators during the night which disturbed my sleep a little, but overall I slept very soundly, which I desperately needed after an exhausting trip up. Parking is good, with enough space for everyone. Mark and Tina want everyone to feel provided for, and do not neglect the guests as I have experienced in other venues. I'd recommend the inn to anyone staying in the area. The town itself is extremely small, but if you're looking at staying in Dexter then you probably plan on traveling north or south to visit Katahdin, Baxter State Park, Acadia National Park or the coastline, which are all a reasonable drive from Dexter, so you'll have plenty of things to do. Even Canada is only a couple hours away!

I wanted to share my lovely experience staying at the Brewster Inn. I decided to take the trip up to Maine to see the infrequent winter visitor, the Northern Hawk Owl. I was fortunate enough to see him before nightfall. I then called the Brewster Inn to see if they had any availability for the night (yes, it was last minute) and they did. Mark was so nice and helpful on the phone and had a room ready for me in the hour. I arrived and both him and Tina were welcoming and warm. The room was clean, had a fridge and flatscreen TV with all the channels and all was lovely, particularly the whirlpool bath. The next morning breakfast was served and was delish, particularly the strawberry bread. They even helped me get my car out of the ice and Mark literally pushed my car so I could head back out to see the owl one more time before heading back to MA. I would recommend The Brewster Inn to my friends and family (I actually already have) and hopefully will have another opportunity to stay again in the future. They are such lovely and good hearted people.

The Inn a beautifully preserved old house. We were in town work and left before daybreak every day, so we did not get chance to enjoy some of the common areas or try their breakfast. But the room was clean, incredibly spacious, the beds comfortable, and the hosts very gracious. We look forward to coming back the next time we are in town.

We were in Dexter for a wedding and were delighted to find the Brewster Inn. Our innkeepers, Mark and Tina, were lovely hosts. The charming room was a great size for our party of 4. They went out of their way to make us feel comfortable, making sure that we had everything we needed. We talked about the history of the property and all the work they have done (and are still doing) to restore it. Breakfast was plentiful and tasty, Tina was kind enough to share her recipe for the Ham and Cheese strata. We will definitely stay again if we are ever in the vicinity.

This is real special, a gem of a B&B! Great old mansion with an outstanding guess list. Governor and president are on the list! A true New England place with great host and best breakfast we have had as a B&B! We stayed in the honeymoon room, the best room in our opinion with a great hot tub in the room with all things you need to have great stays. This was not our first or last time to stay with Mark and Tina! John and Crystal

We have always admired the Brewster Inn when we visited our relatives in Dexter. We recently lost our uncle and returned for his funeral. This was our first time staying at a B&B and what a treat it was! Mark and Tina were wonderful hosts. The Inn is beautiful, you can tell they have put many hours of love into the Inn to bring it to its original grandeur. The breakfasts were yummy, they are talented cooks. We will leave you guessing on what they serve so you have to visit to find out. We rented the game room and it didn’t disappoint. The bed was extremely comfortable, the room spotless, and the linens high quality. Whether you are a first time B&Ber or frequently stay at one, this is a must! Maine has a lot to offer and this is a perfect place to stay while you explore. Thank you Mark & Tina for the memorable experience.

We booked a 2 night stay at the Brewster Inn as we finished moving out of our home in Dexter. From multiple past visits, we knew this historic Inn well-- it's lovely atmosphere, it's beautifully decorated interior, it's cleanliness , and most importantly its friendly owners- -Tina and Mark Stephens. They were very accommodating to our crazy schedule as we removed the last items from our home. We stayed in the honeymoon suite. It was tastefully decorated, spacious, comfortable, and quiet. Coffee and tea were available in the room as well as a bubble hot tub (which we didn't try) and a separate reading room. The homemade hot breakfasts were excellent and always included a fresh fruit mixture (home made, not out of a can) , a variety of pastries, and unlimited good coffee. We would encourage anyone visiting central Maine to consider staying at this lovely historic Inn. Rich & Martha Pfirman Dexter, Maine

We visited The Brewster Inn with 2 other couples in October. We had planned our weeklong trip to Maine in the hope of enjoying the fall colors and were not disappointed. In finding the ideal place to stay, after some internet research, we found the Brewster Inn and the terrific reviews encouraged a call to the innkeepers, Mark and Tina Stephens. From the first call, we knew we had found the right place to stay. Speaking with Mark and describing the kinds of experiences our over-70 aged group wanted to have, Mark shared a number of wonderful ideas that really got us excited about visiting Maine. We booked right away! From the first time we turned into the drive the hospitality was evident. From the warm greeting to learning the details of how this B&B operated we were all totally comfortable. We were escorted to our rooms and shown how everything in our suites worked. My wife and I had booked the Honeymoon Suite and despite having been married for over 50 years, this suite felt special. Another of our couples booked into the Game Room and the third couple booked the Hatherley. We all were quite happy with the accommodations. The rooms were spacious and furnished with wonderful period furniture and décor. Breakfast each morning alternated between sweet and savory casseroles, complimented with fresh fruit, juice and an assortment of breads and muffins. The coffee, one of Mark’s proud duties, was a terrific way to start our days. Each morning, Mark and Tina would ask about our plans for the day and offer some options for things we might see along our route. We visited almost all of the places they suggested and were never disappointed. Be sure to visit Moosehead Lake, consider a moose adventure, take pictures of the nearby covered bridge and just enjoy the friendly people in the small towns and villages that are in this part of Maine – and of course, have plenty of lobster and lobster rolls! At the end of our week, we felt like we were saying goodbye to friends, not just innkeepers! We would happily visit the Brewster Inn when we make another pilgrimage to Maine.