Thursday, September 18, 2014

Somesville, Maine, a quick drive by




Heading south on 102 towards Bass Harbor we had the fortune of driving through Somesville (link to this splendid town). It has to be one of the prettiest towns on the Mount Desert Island. The time, effort, and money spent on the homes and flowers are obvious at a glance.

Although I tried to capture a portion of the town with my camera I don't feel my photos really do it justice. If you've ever driving down main street then you understand.



















Such a dreamy front porch. 

There's something about large ferns and wicker white that lend themselves to romance and true relaxation.












The Selectman's building is certainly the town jewel, photographed day in and day out



















The flowers in the box are looking a little sad at the moment but after all it is the end of summer. Since we were there a week ago surely autumn hardy flowers have been planted. Better images of the bridge can be viewed online here or the link I posted up above. 

Looking at the photos online it's easy to see why this particular bridge is photographed so often throughout all four seasons.










The best part about this shot? The little hand written note on the sign ... 

'Pay here 
 Thank you!'

It shows there are still people who believe in the honesty of a complete stranger.






9 comments:

Lynda said...

It looks like a pretty little town! Loving those porches!! Nice to see a post from you too! :)

Cindy said...

Very pretty Sharon. Looks like the perfect place to live. Thanks for showing us around.
Cindy

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Pamela Gordon said...

What a pretty little town! We have never really taken the time to explore Mt. Desert Island but I can see we need to some day. Thanks for sharing.

Unknown said...

Loved the photos...especially the bridge reflecting on the water!

Carol Mattingly said...

Simply beautiful Sharon.

sonia a. mascaro said...

Wow! Somesville looks beautiful.
What a gorgeous houses! I would love to visit that wonderful place.

Janice Badger Nelson said...

Beautiful pictures. Made my day!

Country Girl said...

I think you have captured Somesville quite well, Sharon. It's a picturesque little town. I love it there!