Real Estate & Elegant Maine Living - The Way Life Should Be

Introduction to Elegant Maine Living

Elise Kiely Season 1

🎙 Episode Title: Welcome to Elegant Maine Living – The Way Life Should Be

📌 Episode Summary:
In this inaugural episode of Elegant Maine Living, host Elise Kiely, Senior Vice President and Real Estate Advisor with Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty, introduces listeners to the heart and soul of Maine’s unique lifestyle and luxury real estate market. She shares her personal journey from practicing law in Washington, D.C., to Maine, her passion for real estate, and the inspiration behind launching this podcast.

This episode sets the stage for upcoming conversations about Maine’s vibrant communities, market insights, hidden gems, and the people shaping the state’s future.

Key Topics Covered:

Elise’s Journey to Maine – From a one-year move in 1996 to falling in love with the Maine lifestyle
Why This Podcast? – A blend of lifelong learning, storytelling, and real estate expertise
Who Is This Podcast For? – Longtime Mainers, newcomers, seasonal visitors, or anyone dreaming of the Maine way of life
Defining Maine’s Elegance – It’s not about opulence, but intentional living, hospitality, and blending rustic charm with refined beauty
What to Expect in Future Episodes – Real estate trends, stunning home sales, local businesses, artisans, and community leaders


Notable Quotes:

📍 “Elegance isn’t about exclusivity or extravagance—it’s about living with intention.”
📍 “You can ski and surf in the same day in Maine, then head to Portland for a fabulous dinner in a restaurant full of charm and character.”
📍 “Every transaction, whether a $400,000 starter home or a multimillion-dollar waterfront estate, represents a new chapter in someone’s life.”

📢 In the next episode, Elise takes a deep dive into Maine’s real estate market—what happened in 2024, what to expect in 2025, and how buyers and sellers can navigate this unique landscape. She’ll also share insights on one of Maine’s most stunning recent waterfront sales.

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🎧 Thank you for listening to Elegant Maine Living—where elegance isn’t just an aesthetic, it’s a way of life.

Connect with Elise

🌐 Website & Listings: Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty
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  • Elise@EliseKiely.com

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Please remember this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not create an attorney client or real estate advisor client relationship. Please reach out to me directly if I can assist you in your real estate journey.



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