Brewster Inn

About The Hotel

From $179/night — a historic 4.7-rated estate inn run by owner-hosts Mark and Tina, housed in the former Governor Owen Brewster home (1930s, National Register). Built for a U.S. Senator and restored with care, the inn sits on Zions Hill Road near Lake Wassookeag in Dexter, a quiet mill town in central Maine’s Moosehead region. Guests consistently praise the spotless rooms, soaking-tub suites, and the gracious hospitality that makes visitors feel like friends rather than customers. Best for couples and anniversaries wanting a quiet, history-rich B&B with a soaking tub, gracious hosts, and a walk to a small Maine downtown. On Zions Hill Road in Dexter near Lake Wassookeag, a short walk to the small downtown and the Moosehead Trail; Bangor is about 45 minutes southeast and Moosehead Lake an hour north.

What Guests Are Saying

“My wife and I, from northwest North Dakota, flew to Boston and travelled up the coast for 10 days in mid-October (2025). We were celebrating our 50th Anniversary. Of all the places we stayed, the Brewster Inn was by far the best, for so many reasons. The history of the location was fascinating, the rooms (we stayed in the “Game Room”) were unlike anything we had ever experienced! The delicious breakfast, prepared by Mark and Tina, and the quiet conversation with the other guests, made us feel so welcome and comfortable. The real high point was the hospitality we experienced from Mark & Tina. We truly felt like a couple who were simply spending a few days with our friends. Their knowledge of the area, and the recommendations they made regarding locations to visit were invaluable. We were celebrating 50 years of marriage. We learned that Mark has the appropriate credentials to perform a wedding ceremony in case you’d like to ELOPE and have an AMAZING experience staying at the Brewster Inn and using it as the base for your wedding celebration. Thank you Mark and Tina, we will never forget meeting you and the wonderful experience we had on our special trip!” — Warren S., 5 stars

“I would give the Inn 100 stars if possible! My husband and I have traveled all over the world, and this Inn is the cleanest place we have ever stayed. Their dedication to that aspect was apparent the first time we walked through the door. We selected the Honeymoon Suite because we liked the extra space it offered. It was so comfortable that we almost hated to leave to go exploring each day. The breakfasts each day were perfect. Tina and Mark have a nice variety of food each morning, alternating between a savory and a sweet main dish. They are both so warm and gracious. We enjoyed talking to them every day. It was a huge joy to stay in their Inn!” — JimandBeverly, 5 stars

“We had a wonderful stay. My husband and I were there on a trip to celebrate our anniversary and stayed in the honeymoon suite. The room was beautiful and there was a great soaking tub to relax in after a nice hike. The food was fantastic, and we were provided with nice places to visit in the area. I would recommend staying here to anyone looking for a nice relaxing getaway.” — Amanda S., 5 stars

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• A National Register estate full of character and history
• Soaking-tub suites perfect for relaxing after a hike
• Warm, attentive owner-hosts with excellent local knowledge
• Cooked-to-order breakfast and all-day refreshments
• Immaculately clean and peaceful with free parking

Cons:

• Remote location requiring a car; limited dining in town
• Small inn with limited rooms; books up around events and foliage season
• Premium pricing for the area (though guests say worth it)

The Location

The Brewster Inn sits on Zions Hill Road near Lake Wassookeag, walkable to Dexter’s small downtown and the Moosehead Trail toward Greenville. Bangor International Airport is about 45 minutes southeast; Moosehead Lake is roughly an hour north. A car is essential in this rural region, though Route 7 and Route 23 converge in town, connecting to major destinations. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.