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hile preparing the listing for their 2,070‑square‑foot vacation house on Verona Island, Steve Resendes and his wife chose to include two images of deer roaming the yard, alongside interior and exterior shots. The couple, who live in Massachusetts, wanted to showcase the 8‑acre waterfront property’s wildlife, which is common in the area and attracts turkeys, bald eagles, and other fauna. “The abundance of wildlife was a key draw for us,” Resendes said. “A Maine getaway feels like a cabin in the woods with animals nearby.”

    Sellers and agents across Maine now routinely feature wildlife photos—either from game cameras or personal captures—to differentiate listings and appeal to buyers seeking a rural escape from city life. For instance, a $225,000 hunting camp in Skowhegan displays footage of deer and a bobcat outside the door, while a $4 million Cape Elizabeth estate includes a photo of a doe on its grounds.

    Matthew Pouliot, broker at Pouliot Real Estate, notes that proximity to wildlife and water frontage can turn a home into a “lifestyle property.” Many buyers relocate for the land and the hunting and fishing opportunities that Maine offers. Agents must, however, limit images to what actually resides on the property; they avoid photographing nearby beaches unless they are on the premises, but they do highlight any wildlife sightings within the lot.