E 22: Maine Island Living: Community, Family, and the Beauty of Chebeague Part II with Erika Gabrielsen Neumann

In this second half of my conversation with my dear friend and client Erika Gabrielsen Neumann, we continue exploring the unique beauty of life on Chebeague Island. Erika shares more about the close-knit community that defines island living and the extraordinary sense of belonging that comes with it.

We also dive into The Log House—a truly iconic waterfront property on Chebeague that I am proud to co-list with my colleague Alexa Oestreicher of Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty.

Built with massive Canadian white pine timbers, this Adirondack-inspired lodge was carefully designed and executed with world-class craftsmanship. The logs were first assembled in Canada, then disassembled, transported by barges, and reassembled on Chebeague—an event that long-time islanders still vividly remember.

What makes The Log House so special?

• Signature architecture & design: Elegant timber-frame construction with eyebrow windows, soaring ceilings, and a two-story stone fireplace.
• Light & lifestyle: Golden timbers create a warm, soft glow throughout the home, with water views framed from nearly every room.
• Rare amenities: A deep-water dock, sandy beach, and unmatched views across Casco Bay’s fabled Calendar Islands.
• Porches & gathering spaces: Wide wraparound porches that invite relaxation, conversation, and community.

As Erika describes so beautifully, this home is more than a residence—it’s an experience of light, nature, and community that will shape the life of its next steward.

🎧 In this episode we also talk about:

• Raising a family on an island, from lobster boats to big-city adventures.
• The importance of stewardship—honoring the craftsmanship and spirit behind The Log House.
• The role of community in celebrating milestones, including a touching story about Erika’s daughter being accepted to college.
• Erika’s passion for Conscious Capitalism and benefit corporations, and how her consulting work ties into her values.

Explore The Log House

📍 9 Central Landing Road, Chebeague Island, ME
Co-listed by Elise Kiely & Alexa Oestreicher, Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty

👉 View the full listing here

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