Long Island. A short ferry ride from Portland, this Casco Bay community blends year-round island living with easy mainland access. Regular trips on Casco Bay Lines keep commutes and cultural outings simple, while residents rely on the Town of Long Island for local services and a friendly slate of events. Sandy beaches, sheltered coves, and piney trails shape daily life; paddlers trace segments of the Maine Island Trail, beachcombers wander at low tide, and lobstermen still animate the working waterfront. County offices and courts are convenient through the Cumberland County government, with broader amenities in nearby Falmouth and across Cumberland County.
Families value the intimate scale of elementary education on the island, and older students often connect to Portland Public Schools on the mainland, typically by the morning ferry. Curiosity is fed by regional science partners such as the Gulf of Maine Research Institute, and clean-water stewardship is championed locally by Friends of Casco Bay. When the weather warms, softball games, community suppers, and art shows spill onto greens and beaches; in all seasons, fishing, boating, and birding set an unhurried rhythm alongside a surprisingly practical commute. Whether you’re planning a move or considering a sale, a great local agent can help you navigate inventory, island logistics, and timing; Agent Pronto can introduce you to proven professionals on both sides of the bay.