This 1940s Maine Cottage is a Joyful Cannonball Dive into Memories of Summers Past

Built in the 1940s, the 1,800-square-foot house had been renovated in the 1970s, resulting in interiors that—50 years later—left something to be desired. John worked with contractor Steven Dionne to bring back the home’s yesteryear feel. Out went the drywall and in came tongue-and-groove pine paneling. Also gone: the popcorn ceilings, replaced with exposed beams, and the ’70s wall- to-wall carpeting, switched out for pine floors with flat-head iron nails. He added even more nostalgic charm with reclaimed hardware, antique glass doorknobs, push-button light switches, and a mix of heirloom and newly acquired vintage decor.

Let’s take a look inside this lakeside cabin!