Maine used to belong to Massachusetts in times past. Only in 1820 it became its own state and was finally admitted as the 23rd state of the USA. Maine’s earliest known settlers were the descendants of the red paint people” who themselves stemmed from the ice ages. These red paint people hunted the grounds long before the Indians and can be traced back to 3,000BC. Well known for its jagged coastline featuring some 2,000 islands, heavy forested interior, low rolling mountains as well as the great seafood cuisine of mainly lobster and clams.
Maine provides an ideal platform for many sports lovers including fishing, kayaking, hiking, hunting, boating, camping, skiing, snow mobiling, white water rafting and more. Maine is well known as a perfect retirement home owner’s paradise due to the easy lifestyle in the country side. It is easy to forget everyday worries while tucked away on a hidden corner in this northern state of the USA. Real estate properties include many different styles including log cabins and are an attractive option for the investor who wants to get back to nature.