Charming waterfront antique reproduction colonial. Wonderful private location with grounds featuring a pond, five stall two story barn with two fenced in paddocks (barn has electricity and water - including below frost line hydrant, water all winter!, electric, phone, hard wired smoke detectors and cable) , chicken coop with secure outdoor run, tree house, and fire pit. The property is ready for all your hobby farm desires or simply enjoy a quite retreat. Over 300 perennials, planted and extensive mature gardens give this home a quiet elegance you do not find in new builds… this home provides a true colonial home experience. The house is conveniently located less than a mile from the commuter rail in the center of town and is ten minutes to 495 in Franklin, a commuters dream. Equestrian and bird enthusiasts will be at home with 3.5 private acres available to exercise animals or enjoy scenic walks around the property. The back of the house has an expansive deck overlooking the pond and woods, where Hooded Mergansers, Wood Ducks, Kingfishers, and Red Tailed Hawks live. The house was painted in 2019 and gutters were added to the front and side of the house where drainage was lacking. The barn received new windows and the base trim board and other trim (where needed) were replaced/upgraded in 2019. The interior of the home has new wide plank heart pine flooring throughout, a renovated kitchen with eight-foot island with walnut top, new cabinets, built-in hutch, raised wall paneling, apron sink, new appliances, lighting, windows, and honed granite counter tops. The doorway to the dining room was expanded/opened allowing the room to open into the dining room. The renovation also included adding a second master bedroom with walk-in closet, and updated bath with claw foot bathtub, double pedestal sink, and separate shower. The remaining bathrooms (including the second master) each received updates including new toilets, sinks, and fixtures. The home also features two large fireplaces (one contains a wood stove and the other has a gas line in place), built-ins, raised paneling and crown molding throughout. The remarkable attention to detail shows the care and love of the builder and families that have cherished the home since. A new roof was installed with architectural shingles in 2016 (install included a redesign of the roof line), The attic and exterior doors were insulated in 2109. Separate updated generator circuit board is ready to meet your power needs (current generator runs off propane or gas) and will get you through any storms that come along. Title V inspected and passed. Three quarter basement, excellent and dry storage space. This property has an abundance of conveniences adding to the relaxing retreat feeling you get when stepping into this home.
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