Skowhegan is a scenic Kennebec River county seat with a restored Main Street, lively local arts and food options, easy access to hiking/river recreation (notably whitewater rafting), and the long-running Skowhegan State Fair — all the ingredients for a comfortable, interesting multi-week stay rather than a dull outpost.
Bigger-city amenities are an easy drive for weekend escapes: Augusta is roughly 40 miles away and Bangor about 52 miles, so restaurants, shopping and regional airport options are within reach.