Step back in time with a touch of modern luxury. "Pennysworth" at Thistledown Farm is a breathtaking, reconstructed 1850s dairy barn home that perfectly blends rustic elegance with open, airy grandeur. Featuring massive cathedral ceilings, hand-hewn post & beam framing, floor-to-ceiling windows, and beautiful wide-planked walls, this space offers an unforgettable, authentic Mid-Coast Maine backdrop. Whether you are hosting a creative workshop, a corporate retreat, an intimate gathering, or a professional photo/film shoot, our space provides a dynamic mix of indoor cozy comfort and expansive outdoor beauty. Interior Highlights: The Great Room: Dramatic cathedral ceilings anchored by a massive granite fireplace. The space features a historic wood parlor stove and is flooded with natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows [Insert direction, e.g., facing West for incredible golden hour light]. Private lofts can be accessed by stairs or ladders. Chef’s Kitchen: A massive, open-concept kitchen featuring a spacious island and high-end layout that easily accommodates multiple chefs, catering setups, or food styling shoots. Historic Ambiance: Meticulously styled with antique furnishings, climbable barn ladders, and old farm decor at every turn, offering rich textures for visual media. Breakout Spaces: Includes a cozy breakfast nook (perfect for tabletop games, strategy sessions, or talent holding), a spacious living room, and an upper loft area. Exterior Highlights: The Stone Terrace: A large, open-air terrace complete with an outdoor fireplace and a gas grill—ideal for outdoor networking or lifestyle shoots. The Lawn & Grounds: A sweeping, manicured lawn featuring a huge firepit (with free firewood available on-site) and a massive table made from a historic butcher’s wheel that seats 20. Perfect for an elegant lawn party or croquet match. The Surrounding Farm: Situated on a quiet dead-end peninsula, the property boasts stunning vistas, proximity to fresh and saltwater launches, and walking preserves. Capacity & Layout Note: Comfortably accommodates up to 25 guests for indoor workshops/meetings, and up to 50 guests for outdoor lawn gatherings. Production & Event Privacy Note: The host maintains a private, self-contained suite off the first floor and an office off the living room, but stays entirely out of your way during bookings. Guests have full run of the common areas, the massive open kitchen, the entire upstairs/loft area, and the outdoor grounds.