We made it! York recently made World Atlas’  list of ‘7 Towns Perfect For Retirement On The Atlantic Coast’.

 

Those of us who live here already know that our region showcases stunning outdoor landscapes, immaculate beaches and scenic waterfront vistas. But not every town or city offers seniors the perfect setting to embark on a fresh chapter after retiring from their careers.

 

York, along with the other six towns along the Atlantic coast, was noted for seamlessly blending the allure of nature with opportunities for outdoor recreation, providing a relaxed yet vibrant lifestyle perfectly tailored to an active retirement lifestyle.

 

Our abundance of gorgeous beaches, flourishing arts scene, hiking trails, and great golfing helped us make the grade, but we’d like to add a few superlatives of our own. Can we talk about restaurants? Seniors–ok, all of us–never run out of eateries to explore in our area, from the gourmet to down home goodness.

 

Keeping healthy in retirement is vital to most seniors, and York offers not only a noted in-town hospital, but easy access to some of the best healthcare in the world in the nearby cities of Portsmouth, Dover and Boston. And our thriving Center For Active Living offers older adults endless opportunities for socializing, trips, meals and events. For sure, York is a fantastic place for young couples to raise a family, but we are proud to be among the best of the best for the chapter of our lives that comes when those kids are all grown up!

 

 

 

Every spring, the Maine woods come alive with color and song. The forest is filled with more than 90 different species of birds, many here for just three short months, to do one thing: make baby birds. Lots and lots of baby birds. Maine forests are baby bird factories. For birds, long days, abundant food, and excellent habitat makes the [...]

 

Q. The town of York has to vote on a new ordinance for short-term rentals on the May ballot. What’s being proposed?

 

Historically, York hasn’t had requirements for short-term rentals. In fact, when the town first became known as a summer destination in the late 1800’s, a lot of the rentals back then wouldn’t even qualify as [...]

Q. We've been looking for months, but it seems like there's just no houses out there for us. Is this going to change anytime soon??

 

In 2023, the number of national home sales were the lowest they’ve been since 1995. That’s a staggering statistic.

Our area followed that national trend:

In York, there were 338 residential home sales in [...]

 

Few industries are as iconically American as the film industry. From the earliest days, when silent movies were considered a spellbinding new technology, Hollywood has been a mecca for anyone with a taste for fame, a talent for acting or directing, or with creative chops in any of the hundreds of background professions it takes to make [...]

 

Valentine's Day is almost here! Come with us and indulge in a journey of romance and culinary delight as we present our curated suggestions of the most enchanting and intimate romantic restaurants in southern Maine. These dining establishments offer not only great cuisine but also an atmosphere that is tailor-made for lovers who are [...]

 

Get Em While It's Hot!

Wild Maine bueberries are not just scrumptious; they're also incredibly good for you. These tiny powerhouses are packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber, making them the ultimate guilt-free snack. It's like nature's way of saying, "Here, have a healthy and delicious [...]

 

Q. We’ve already moved and now we want to sell the house. It’s completely empty - should we ‘stage’ it?

 

At Williams Realty Partners, staging is a process we use for almost every house we sell. Staging doesn’t always mean putting furniture in an empty home, either. Sometimes we stage a home when we remove something, like clutter, or have [...]

 

Q. My husband and I are starting our house-hunting journey. There’s so many other buyers – what do we do to stand out from the crowd?

 

Many people think that the highest bid always gets the house, but it’s not always true. Yes, price is one of the biggest factors in negotiations, but financing and due diligence are right up there [...]

 

 

After a long winter and a rainy spring, there’s fun in the sun in the forecast - these are some of our favorite local spring festivals, with a Grand Parade thrown in this year to celebrate Portsmouth’s 400th anniversary. See you around the [...]