The agencies at New Marlborough
These agencies offer a selection of luxury properties vente at New Marlborough. Feel free to contact them for personalized assistance.
Blue Hill Farm: an 1820 Center Hall Colonial farm and farmhouse in excellent condition on 249 high acres with organic hay meadows and pastureland, an apple orchard, woodlands, gardens, tennis court, a 1970's caretaker/farmer's house and multiple barns. The main house has 6/7 bedrooms and three baths, along with a three-car attached garage. The property consists of seven parcels of contiguous land surrounded by the Umpachene River on three sides. There are long views to the west of the Taconic Range from inside and outside of the home, and a grouping of supportive barns to the south across a very rarely traveled, narrow dirt road. Offered for the first time since 1967, this is truly an unusual and rare offering with development possibilities featuring extraordinary views.
…By Annonceur International
Brenda McLean [email protected] 860-435-6700 WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - SALISBURY
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Experience 225 years of preserved grandeur on Nodin Farm. Nestled on 130 sprawling acres of rolling countryside, this Greek Revival has been lovingly stewarded by only four owners across more than two centuries, ensuring its soul remains as original as its architecture. The Manor House: The interior seamlessly blends the romance of the 19th century with the sophisticated comforts of the 21st. Rich wide-plank wood flooring, bespoke built-ins, hand-carved woodwork, seven fireplaces, these are just some of the original details. The gourmet kitchen has premium, professional-grade appliances, the home's bathrooms are renovated, and the estate is equipped with state-of-the-art climate control systems. The Grounds and Out Buildings: The Farm moniker only hints at the magnitude of this estate's amenities. You'll find a brick patio and a shimmering inground pool, perfect for summer afternoons. The Main Barns- A majestic gambrel-roof brick barn and a classic wooden barn, both fully restored. The Bull Barn- A charming, standalone brick structure with existing architectural plans for a luxury guest house. Auto Gallery- A massive, 7-bay brick garage complete with a professional-grade gym and a private executive office. This entire barn complex was meticulously repaired and outfitted with premium roofing in 2024. Nodin Farm is a rare convergence of history, scale, and meticulous preservation. It is an invitation to own a piece of the American story. Schedule your private tour of this 130-acre legacy estate today.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
High on a hilltop in the Southern Berkshires stands East Hill Farm. 227 cultivated acres encompassing pristine forest, a spring-fed pond, a striking barn, verdant pastures, formal and vegetable gardens, a pool, and a tennis court. The centerpiece: a 1798 Georgian home, 5,000 SF with 5 bedrooms. Ready for private living, entertaining, horses, farming, a bespoke destination, or simply: tranquility. Includes a reimagined 6,000+ SF guest house, once an Arabian horse barn. 2½ hours to both NYC & Boston, yet a world apart. East Hill Farm offers what money rarely can buy: authenticity at scale. A 227 year-old house expanded, refined for 21st century life. Land, privacy, history, and a place of peace, which has endured through every chapter of American history. The next chapter begins with you. Reach out! Where The World Falls Away--227 acres. 227 years. One extraordinary hilltop farm. Drive up East Hill Road through Southfield village, past the store, climbing toward the top of Woodruff Mountain. The dirt road is well-maintained and lightly traveled. Sugar maples line your approach--massive, ancient trees that have watched over this land since before the house was built. Behind them, set back from the road, stands the kind of barn that makes photographers stop their cars. Three and a half stories of hand-hewn timber, painted proper New England red, moved here piece by piece from Amherst, Massachusetts, because the sellers understood that a farm needs a real barn. Not a replica. The real thing. The House Stops Your Heart--Federal period, 1798, when John Adams was president. This wasn't just another farmhouse. When Thomas Shepard commissioned John Collar to build this, he was making a statement. 8 rooms. 5 fireplaces. Ceilings higher than any farmer needed. Those distinctive 12-over-12 windows with hand-blown glass that turns the morning light liquid. A facade with sidelight windows and dentil cornice that announced to every traveler: here lives a person of substance. Walk through that front door and the wide center hall opens before you. Original wide-plank floors--King's boards, they called them, because timber this wide was supposed to be reserved for the Royal Navy's masts. Twin parlors flank the entrance, flooded with southern light. To your left, the original keeping room, now the dining room, where that massive cooking fireplace with its beehive oven still works perfectly after 227 years. The draft in these fireplaces is extraordinary. The woodwork throughout is original or crafted by hand precisely to match. Chair rails, wainscoting, built-in china cabinets with their original hardware. Those small cupboards tucked around the chimneys--John Collar's signature touch. Five Families in 227 Years--Jesse Hartwell married Thomas Shepard's niece and turned the house into a meeting place for progressive thinkers, and through the 19th century, the Hartwell family made this their home. Then came the Arabian horse breeders in the 1930s who added the newer rear ell and built what's now the guest house. The current sellers bought the house and five acres in 1969, then spent the next five decades not just restoring but thoughtfully expanding it. You'll be only the fifth resident to call East Hill Farm home--and despite its National Register status, free to shape its future as you see fit. That newer section? Radiant heat underfoot, a proper mudroom with laundry, a family room or perfect home office with its own kitchen, and an elevator up to a sun-filled library with built-in shelves and an ensuite bedroom and bath. A luminous sunroom framing year-round sunsets, with sweeping views across the formal gardens, horse pastures, and the shimmering pond below. Upstairs in the original part of the house, an additional four bedrooms, each with its own character. The canopy bedroom with its blue and white toile--that's not staging, that's how the family lives. Wide hallways, deep closets, and in that large upstairs hall above the front door, a perfect spot to sit and read while gazing out the neoclassical window over your barn, fields and forest, mountains in the distance. 5 full and 1 half baths in all--some original 1930s with their good bones, others from the 1980s restoration. The kitchen? Also 1980s, completely functional with good counter space, and a working wood-fired stove alongside modern appliances. Morning light streams in from the east, and sunset views are to the west, opening onto fieldstone patios on either side. Everything works: oil heat from a Viessman German boiler, cedar shake roof (much replaced in 2021), private well water so good they've bottled it up for guests, backup generator, fiber internet. The bones are so good and the mechanicals so solid that you can move in tomorrow or update to your taste--the house won't fight you either way. 227 Acres: A Complete World--East Hill Farm is more than the sum of its parts. From the original five-acre homestead, the current owners lovingly reunited land to create the breathtaking 227-acre estate it is today. 154 acres stretching across the north side of East Hill Road, and 73 tranquil acres to the south. To the north, a substantial portion of the property borders Sandisfield State Forest and thousands of acres of protected land. To the south, you have a section along Hotchkiss Road that is part of the New Marlborough Land Trust. Each acre is part of a dream fulfilled, a landscape that invites endless exploration and inspiration. Walk west from the kitchen patio between the formal gardens. Brick paths wind through perennial beds: heritage roses, peonies, iris. A long row of prolific blueberry bushes. In the vegetable garden, established asparagus and rhubarb come back stronger every year. Passing that perfect garden shed with its slate roof, as mist rises off the pond, becomes part of your morning coffee stroll. The pond--almost four acres, brook-fed, crystal clear. The family created it, and for decades it's been their private swimming hole, sailing spot, fishing paradise. Circle the pond and you'll find the big fishing rock on the west side, the perfect swimming spot on the east. Or head into the forest. Miles of trails, including a loop road that connects to Sandisfield State Forest. In spring, Lee Brook, the largest of several on the farm, roars with snowmelt. Up where the brook crosses the trail, it forms a waterfall after a hard rain. These are the headwaters of the Whiting River, and you own it. This isn't just acreage - it's a complete ecosystem. Meadows, forests, water, gardens, pastures, each flowing naturally into the next. Built for Whatever You Dream--That magnificent barn across the country road--3,550 SF on a full stone foundation, electricity, running water, lower level for equipment, main floor with stalls and work rooms, massive hay loft. Four pastures with water sources, run-in barns with power and water, and additional smaller outbuildings. The infrastructure is thoughtfully designed, whether your dreams include horses, alpacas, heritage sheep, a flourishing market garden, an orchard, festive celebrations, a tranquil retreat center, or simply savoring the seasons as they change across your land. The guest house tells its own story. Built as stables for those 1930s Arabians, it's now 6,668 SF divided into four independent residences, with cathedral ceilings and fireplaces. Some would use this for multi-generational living. Others might see a writers' or artists' retreat, a wedding venue, or wellness center. The bones are spectacular--soaring spaces and abundant light. Morning swims in the sparkling gunite pool with its serene fieldstone waterfall. Afternoons spent on the newly resurfaced tennis court. Evenings wandering down to the pond, soaking in the tranquility. Or embrace the rhythm of nature: January mornings breaking ice on water troughs, February afternoons tapping maples for syrup, and March evenings tending seedlings in the greenhouse, dreaming of summer tomatoes. The possibilities are manifold; life on East Hill Farm is generous and abundant. History You Can Touch--Walk these 227 acres and feel it: the weight of continuity. Five families in 227 years. Thomas Shepard, who helped found New Marlborough. The Hartwells, who held it for a century. Arabian horse breeders who landed their plane in the pasture. The current family, who pieced the scattered acres back together, whose daughters gathered eggs, boiled sap into syrup, grew the gardens that still bloom today. Some things do endure. That which matters can be preserved. In a disposable world, permanence is possible. The next chapter begins with you. The Berkshire Life, Perfected--Twenty minutes to Great Barrington's restaurants and shops. Less than ten to the Southfield Store. Tanglewood for summer concerts, Jacob's Pillow for dance, Butternut for winter skiing. Bradley Airport an hour away, Manhattan and Boston each two and a half hours. But honestly? Once you're here, leaving becomes the hard part. Mornings at East Hill Farm start with the mourning doves' lullaby that sounds like memory itself. The Sandhill Cranes return each spring to the lower pastures, their distinctive call announcing another season. Summer evenings, you'll sit on the west porch watching the sunset over your pond while fireflies rise from the meadows, and emerge from the woods. Winter nights, you'll build fires in those perfect fireplaces and be grateful they built that beehive oven so large. Everything here has been cared for with a deep knowledge of history and respect for nature and tradition. The heritage roses still bloom. The stone walls still stand true. The forest trails lead to hidden waterfalls and forgotten cellar holes. The gardens produce abundance. The pastures are ready to graze horses. Or you could simply walk your 227 acres knowing that in a world of constant change, you've found something real, something lasting, something irreplaceable. At $5.8 million, East Hill Farm offers what money rarely can buy: authenticity at scale. A genuine 18th-century house that works for 21st-century life. Land enough that you own your own hilltop. Buildings that tell the story of America. Privacy without isolation. History without the museum ropes. And beyond price, a place of profound peace that has endured through every chapter of American history, a hilltop sanctuary. Wake each morning in that otherworldly, untouchable tranquility that settles over the hilltop, where the rest of the world falls away, to watch the sun set where generations have watched it set, to be part of something larger than yourself, while making it entirely your own. 227 acres. 227 years. Some things are meant to be. Come see.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Experience the pinnacle of refined living in this reimagined masterpiece, meticulously renovated by a premier local design/build firm, Wingate Ltd. Spanning three levels and 2,748 square feet of bespoke living space, 549 Shunpike Road offers a rare blend of architectural drama and modern efficiency, situated on one of the most scenically stunning corridors in all of Berkshire County. The Setting: Scenic Sanctuary - Your journey home begins along a road celebrated for its breathtaking beauty. The drive leading to Shunpike Road is a quintessential Berkshire landscape, dotted with historic family dairy farms, rolling open pastures, and sweeping views of dramatic mountain vistas. This property offers a front-row seat to the changing seasons and the quiet majesty of the New England countryside. The Main Level: Artistry in Every Detail - Upon entry, you are greeted by a dramatic curved staircase--a sculptural centerpiece leading to one of the home's primary suites. The open-concept living room flows graciously, anchored by a sleek gas fireplace and bathed in natural light that dances across wide-plank white oak flooring. The new chef's kitchen is a culinary work of art, featuring: Exquisite herringbone tile backsplash, white stone countertops, a suite of high-end, energy-efficient appliances, and direct access to the expansive back deck--perfect for BBQs or quiet reflection overlooking the pastoral grounds. A large first-floor powder room and sitting room complete the space. Unrivaled Suite Luxury: Unwind With Ease - This residence is uniquely designed with multiple primary suites, offering unparalleled flexibility for multi-generational living or high-end hosting. The main primary retreat is a sanctuary of wellness and relaxation, featuring tiered tray ceilings and a skylight to capture the morning light. The en-suite bath is a spa-like experience with radiant heated floors, a deep soaking tub, a custom shower, and a modern elongated trough sink. The Lower Level: Entertainment Perfected - The fully finished walk-out lower level serves as a private guest wing or the ultimate recreation hub. This level features a spacious guest room/home office and full bath, sliding glass doors leading to the lush backyard and stone fire pit, and best of all, a dedicated billiard/game room and stylish wet bar! Modern Infrastructure and Efficiency: Beyond the aesthetics, the home has been engineered for total peace of mind. Every mechanical system has been replaced in the past few years including: Whole-home backup generator and forced-air heat and central A/C. High R-Value spray foam insulation for year-round thermal efficiency and comfort. All-new plumbing, electrical, windows, and mechanicals. Paved Y-shaped drive, 2-vehicle carport, and fresh paint inside and out. Whole home UV water filtration system. Too many upgrades to list! The Location: The Best of the Berkshires - While secluded in beauty, you are perfectly positioned to enjoy the region's world-class culture and amenities. You are located less than 40 minutes to the legendary Tanglewood Music Center, less than 15 minutes to Guido's Fresh Marketplace and the vibrant downtown of Great Barrington, 15 minutes to Canaan, CT and less than 45 minutes to the Wassaic Train Station (Metro-North) for seamless NYC access. For outdoor enthusiasts, you are less than 10 minutes from Bartholomew's Cobble - a 357 acre nature preserve with 5 miles of trails noted for it's diverse flora and panoramic views from Hurlburt's Hill. Trade the renovation dust for designer finishes. Truly turnkey and ready for its next chapter--all that's missing is you. Welcome to your dream Berkshire retreat!
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Oh, My Darling: Clementine. This 1752 Georgian Colonial is the missing piece in your New England dream. Lovingly and thoughtfully renovated by its current steward, no detail has been overlooked yet the home's original character remains beautifully intact: hand forged hardware, hand hewn beams, and wide plank floors. Enter through the gracious mudroom, which opens into the living room, where exposed beams immediately draw the eye. Lime plastered walls and floors refreshed with a soft white finish create a space that feels both historic and quietly modern, the perfect room for welcoming guests. The dining room offers generous proportions, easily accommodating a large table for gatherings with family and friends. Just beyond, a cozy first floor office provides a convenient and secluded workspace. The kitchen is bathed in natural light from abundant windows. Tasteful updates, including new appliances and quartz countertops, lend a clean, modern serenity while remaining true to the home's character. A full bath is tucked just off the kitchen for added ease. At the front of the house, an additional living room features built-in bookcases, hand hewn beams, and ample space to settle in with a good book. Upstairs, four bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged across two staircases. One wing holds the primary bedroom, gracious in scale and filled with natural light, a true country retreat along with another bedroom and a full bath. The opposite wing, accessed by the staircase off the kitchen, offers two additional bedrooms and a classically updated full bathroom. Throughout, paint colors, hardware and fixtures have been painstakingly and thoughtfully selected. Outside, the lawn is expansive and flat, ideal for summer croquet or leisurely afternoons. In warmer months, hydrangeas and boxwoods thoughtfully frame the house, while a small porch offers a quiet place to unwind. A two car garage sits discreetly back from the home, with its own driveway entrance from Honey Hill. Set in North Canaan, this lovely home is just one mile from the town center home to a beloved yoga studio, coffee shop, theater, and restaurants and two miles from Salisbury. Spend winter days skiing in Great Barrington or Cornwall, summer evenings at Tanglewood, and quiet mornings fly fishing on the Housatonic. You've found the sweet spot of New England.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Move right into this beautifully renovated mid-century Cape, where modern updates blend seamlessly with timeless charm. Designed for easy single-floor living, this bright and airy home features an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area that creates an inviting space for both everyday living and entertaining. The living room is highlighted by a soaring cathedral ceiling and abundant natural light, enhancing the home's spacious feel. The thoughtfully designed layout includes a private primary suite with an en suite bath,offering comfort and convenience. French doors open from the living room to a rear deck overlooking a fire pit area, creating the perfect setting for outdoor gatherings, relaxing evenings, and enjoying the surrounding landscape. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Great Barrington, Ski Butternut, and the public boat launch at Lake Buel, this move-in-ready home provides easy access to the best of the Berkshires, from outdoor recreation to dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. Excellent rental history.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
A charcoal board-and-batten house on a wooded knoll in Sandisfield, two acres, nearly finished. Dark hardwood floors, a kitchen with butcher block and quartz, a navy vanity with marble and brass, a teal pendant over a wood-topped island. A bedroom, a finished loft, a full basement the same footprint as the house. The septic design is permitted for three bedrooms and the leach field installation is the primary remaining item before a Certificate of Occupancy, though buyers should satisfy themselves as to what else may be required. The price reflects where things stand. Own land in the Berkshires, twenty minutes from Great Barrington, for a number that actually makes sense. On a knoll in the Sandisfield woods, set back from the road behind two acres of trees, there is a charcoal board-and-batten house that someone nearly finished. Dark hardwood floors throughout. A kitchen with white shaker cabinets, butcher block counters, quartz on the perimeter, and a teal pendant over a wood-topped island. A navy vanity with a marble top and brass fixtures. A bedroom with a mirrored closet and windows into the trees. A finished loft above, reached by a ship's ladder, with a cathedral window at the peak. A full poured-concrete basement running the entire footprint of the house, dry, with a new water heater, a new pressure tank, and a new electrical panel. Picture what you do with the rest of it. The basement is unfinished and waiting. The two acres are rough and yours. The loft is quiet and has good light. People have turned less into more with clearer consciences. This is the Berkshires. Twenty minutes from Great Barrington, its restaurants, its farmers market, its independent shops. Tanglewood in summer. Skiing in winter. Trails in every direction. A life that people pay considerably more to approximate, available here for a number that leaves room to breathe. What remains before a Certificate of Occupancy: the leach field installation is the known item. The septic tank is in and the design is permitted for three bedrooms. Buyers should satisfy themselves as to whether anything additional may be required. The price reflects where things stand honestly. Who comes here? Someone ready to stop renting and start owning, who wants land under their feet and a monthly payment that doesn't punish them for it. Someone done with more house than they need, looking for something small and quiet and theirs. Someone who looks at the unfinished basement and the two rough acres and already has plans. All of them are right. This is not a camp. It is not a tiny house on a trailer. It is a small home on its own land with good bones, real systems, and a Berkshire life waiting just outside the door. Finish the line. Move in. Make it yours.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Enjoy outstanding country living in idyllic Monterey with its low real estate taxes and easy access to Lake Garfield and Lake Buel. Butternut Ski Area is only 5 minutes away. 8 minutes to downtown Great Barrington. This timber frame, open floor plan contemporary home features beautiful, wide plank pinewood floors, a cathedral ceiling great room, and a bonus sleeping loft area. A fireplace on the main level and a wood stove on the lower level add warmth and charm. Ready to move right in? With relatively low inventory level, particularly in Monterey, this listing is a lucky strike extra.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Nestled in a peaceful and private country setting, 7 Lake Buel Road offers the quintessential Berkshires lifestyle where serene living meets modern convenience. The home is framed by vibrant perennial plantings across the front of the property, creating a welcoming and picturesque first impression. This residence has been thoughtfully enhanced with tasteful updates throughout, featuring warm pine wood floors that ground the interior in a classic, cozy aesthetic. The layout is designed for ultimate flexibility, highlighted by a primary bedroom with an ensuite bathroom conveniently located on the first floor. A second main-level bedroom, currently utilized as a home office, boasts its own separate entrance, making it an ideal setup for a quiet professional workspace or a private guest wing. The living experience extends seamlessly to the outdoors, where you can unwind on the extra-large screened back porch or soak up the sun on the adjoining deck. These spaces overlook a fully fenced, expansive backyard that includes a practical storage shed for seasonal gear. For those who appreciate historic charm, one of the home's three full bathrooms features a beautiful antique clawfoot tub, while the lower level provides a secluded third bedroom with its own full bathroom, perfect for visitors. The property is rounded out by a spacious two-car garage and a location that is truly unbeatable. You are situated just one minute from the base of Butternut Ski Area and a quick five-minute drive from the vibrant heart of downtown Great Barrington, offering immediate access to world-class dining, shopping, and culture. Whether you are seeking a year-round residence or a peaceful weekend retreat, this property delivers a rare balance of privacy and proximity.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Welcome to Serenity Hill. This 1994 Cape style home captures the timeless charm of the Berkshires from the moment you arrive. At the entrance, stately stone pillars and a classic stone wall offer a graceful welcome, setting the tone for the calm, natural beauty that defines life in the Berkshires. Located on the border of Great Barrington, this Sheffield home is on a peaceful, quiet country road. Less than a mile from Wyantenuck Country Club and just five minutes from downtown Great Barrington. This home offers a peaceful sense of seclusion without ever feeling far from the heart of the Berkshires. Inside, you'll find an airy, open layout with natural flow from room to room, designed with both comfort and connection in mind. The vaulted ceiling in the kitchen adds a sense of light and openness, while seamless transitions between the kitchen, dining area, and living room create a space that feels both cohesive and welcoming. A cozy wood-burning fireplace anchors the living room, adding warmth and charm to the heart of the home. With 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, every space feels intentional, comfortable yet refined rendering this home ideal for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Thoughtful design choices enhance the home's warmth and inviting atmosphere. From the living room, multiple doors open onto a private back deck, creating a natural extension of the home's inviting flow. Beyond the deck, you'll find your own private sanctuary: a peaceful koi pond, an inviting in-ground pool, and a hot tub perfect for unwinding under the stars. Whether you're savoring quiet mornings in nature or hosting lively summer gatherings, this property offers the perfect balance of serenity and connection. This is more than just a home, it's a true Berkshire retreat, where timeless style shines in one of the area's most desirable settings.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Welcome home to Newgrange. 1920's era Manor House with lake frontage on Lake Garfield. Over 10,000 square feet of living on 7.7 acres. Complete the restoration and use as a private home or B&B. Enjoy original stone fireplaces, comfortable living spaces, formal dining, and 10 bedrooms. Write that novel in the paneled office, library, or sunroom, create delicacies in the country kitchen, or shoot a round of pool in the billiards room. When you are done, meander to your private dock on 165 feet of glorious private lakefront. Guest house, pond, and gardens originally designed by Frederick Law Olmstead. Close to town, skiing, shopping, dining, and Tanglewood. Low Monterey taxes. This one-of-a-kind property is meant for enjoying all that the Berkshires has to offer.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Historic Norfolk Village Home on 3.4 Acres Classic Litchfield County setting defines this 3.4-acre property at the edge of Norfolk village. Lovingly held within the same family for generations, this captivating 1907 antique home sits on flat, open land with a classic large country barn, hay fields, and a spring-fed seasonal brook. The charming five-bedroom, two-bath residence retains its finest period details: welcoming front and side porches, original wood trim, stained glass windows, and hardwood floors. The full two-story layout features 9.5-foot ceilings and generous room proportions on the first floor, various sized bedrooms on the second, a walk-up attic above, and a full basement below. Sun-filled and tranquil, this home awaits your vision - whether renovation or preservation, the bones are excellent. Nestled in a lovely neighborhood and only minutes away from Norfolk's coveted amenities, this offering is a rare opportunity.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
The Rev. Edmund Sears grew up on a farm down the road in Sandisfield. He carried its sky with him. That sky gave us ''It Came Upon a Midnight Clear.'' Simon Winchester arrived 150 years later, trained his telescope on Saturn, and declared the stars were like ''diamonds on velvet.'' Eight books written here, a million words at least. c.1760 and 1840. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Library, keeping room with original crane fireplace, Aga kitchen, vaulted living room, screened-in porch. A c.1812 granary rebuilt as a writing studio with loft and full bath. Stone walls, orchard, meadow, vernal stream. 50 acres. 3/4 mile road frontage. Borders protected land. A serious Berkshire country property with a sky that still delivers. Offers in excess of $2,250,000 considered. The Rev. Edmund Sears grew up on a farm just down the road in Sandisfield, working it with his hands through the Berkshire seasons, a poem always singing through his head. He left at twenty-one for Union College in Schenectady, then Harvard Divinity School, then answered the call to carry the gospel to the frontier settlements of Ohio, where the forests were still being cleared, the winters were brutal, and the nearest town was days away by horse. He was a young man from a quiet hillside in the Southern Berkshires doing serious work at the raw edge of the known world. But Sandisfield had been that world not eighty years before, when James Ayrault built the first house on this very farm. In 1760 this hillside was the frontier, as wild and remote as anything Sears would find in Ohio. He came back east eventually. Settled in Wayland, Massachusetts, as a Unitarian minister. And in 1849 he wrote a carol that has been sung every Christmas since. The sky it describes, full of stars and angels near the earth, was the sky of this corner of the Southern Berkshires, where the air is clean and the nights are dark and the hills rise toward heaven in a way that stays with you long after you have gone. That remove is not historical. It is still here. Sandisfield sits two and a half hours from New York, two from Boston, and feels like neither. In the winter of 2001, nearly 150 years later, shortly after his own purchase of the property, Simon Winchester stepped outside at three in the morning and pointed his telescope at Saturn. The air was bitter cold. The sky was moonless, and the stars looked, he said, like diamonds on velvet. He came in only when the dawn chorus was beginning. He found out only later that morning the intimate connection: five years after writing that carol, Edmund Sears's own brother, Joshua, had lived on this very farm. Winchester had already written more than 20 books, many of them bestsellers. Over the next quarter century at Barnhill Farm he would go on to write eight more (soon to be nine). All were written in 'his study' he had built specifically fit for purpose: a c.1812 granary he found in serious disrepair, restored and re-erected here in 2006. The Property and the Setting Barnhill Farm sits on approximately 60 acres along Silverbrook Road, a lightly traveled, town-maintained road in Sandisfield. 3/4 of a mile of the property's own frontage runs alongside it. Stone walls border the drive. The sign at the road reads Barnhill Farm. Below it, in smaller letters: The Sears-Hawley House. Two Birthdays The original structure on this land was built around 1760 by James Ayrault, whose family had acquired this lot in Sandisfield's first land division. In 1840 a new addition was built in the Greek Revival style. The entire property was restored with care and precision in 1985 by an old-house specialist, who set aside every salvageable original element, recreated missing plaster and molding by hand, refitted the foundation with quarried stone. Not a house made to look old. An old house brought back to itself. Winchester purchased Barnhill Farm in 2001, continuing the project of lovingly updating an old house. In 2006 he renovated the original early colonial southern end of the home, transforming it from primarily being a screened-in porch: opening the interior, vaulting the ceiling to expose the timber beams, rebuilding the original galley kitchen behind the keeping room fireplace with custom cabinetry and the Aga set against the chimney, adding a mudroom entry from the driveway, and at the far end of the living space, building a dual-sided wood-burning fireplace with a new screened-in porch on its other face. Coming In Three doors face the driveway. The formal front door of the 1840 house opens into a proper entry hall. To the right, the Morning Room: a fireplace, Farrow & Ball Pink Ground on the walls. Further along, the library: dark aubergine walls, wood stove, shelves from floor to ceiling, the particular stillness of a room made entirely for books and the thinking they produce. At the end of the hall, a small bedroom, honestly more useful as a very good study. Across the hall is the keeping room, the informal heart of the 1760 house. A large fireplace anchors the space, now fitted with a wood stove. In the afternoon, light falls across the wide plank floors picking up the warmth in the old wood the way only afternoon light in a house this age manages to do. On winter mornings, breakfast happens here bathed in early light, and this is where people end up after dinner. Off to the north: a full bath with laundry, a pantry, and the larger of the two ground floor bedrooms, its door set into the corner of the west wall. Upstairs Stairs in the entry hall take you to a second floor landing with a primary bedroom, a guest room, dressing room-closet, and a full bath, with views over the orchard, quiet in the way that an upstairs room in an old house on a country road knows how to be quiet. A narrow staircase continues to a fully finished third floor attic. The Kitchen The Aga, cream and solid, is undoubtedly the heart of this bespoke kitchen. Custom cabinetry, built to the character of the house rather than imposed upon it, lines the walls. A peninsula of warm wood reaches out from the old kitchen into the newer open space beyond, bridging two centuries of cooking in a single easy gesture, and draws you into the vaulted living room. Winchester says the house is superbly designed for light, and he is right: in winter the sun rises directly into this kitchen and tracks the full length of the room through the day. Timber beams span the vaulted ceiling above wide plank floors. The living space extends toward the far end, where the dual-sided fireplace stands between the room and the screened-in porch, doing what a well-placed fireplace does: making both sides of itself worth being on. The Screened-In Porch This room is used in every season. In winter, glazed panels close off the weather and the sun warms it like a greenhouse. Breakfast out here, and afternoon tea, and wine in the evening when the fireplace is lit. Come late spring, some of the panels give way to screens and the room opens to the meadow and the sky. A long table for dinner. The telescope positioned to track the planets on their path across the southern sky. No meaningful light pollution reaches Barnhill Farm. The Granary The granary stands at the edge of the orchard, reached along a path through the perennial gardens. The apple trees spread west from it into the open meadow. It sits at exactly the right remove from the house: present but apart, close enough to walk to in the morning with your coffee, far enough removed from domestic routines to allow for contemplation and creation. Perfectly suited for guest accommodations as well. Winchester found it near Cambridge, New York: a c.1812 structure in serious disrepair. He had it carefully dismantled, restored and re-erected here in 2006. What stands today is a freestanding structure with intricate timber framing fully visible, books lining every wall, a working research library on the main level, and a sleeping loft above. A full bath is fitted at one end. Winchester steps out onto the studio stoop on mornings and breathes the air. Apple blossoms in May. Apple pressing parties in October. Winchester is taking the books and art with him. Everything else remains. The Art Studio, the Barn, and the Outbuildings The main barn is a weathered timber-frame structure whose interior Setsuko Winchester, a former journalist turned artist and historian, fitted with a chandelier from their Chelsea apartment and a mezzanine level. The design borrowed from a nearby barn she admired. An art studio and woodshop occupy the lower level. All windows in the main house were replaced with insulated units designed to match the character of the old house, and solar panels on the barn's south-facing roof cover electrical costs without disturbing the 19th century feel. The red equipment barn nearby provides an EV charging outlet and stands closer to the road. The Land The property moves from one outdoor space to the next, and no two are alike. Close to the house, a stone patio with a fire pit. Beyond it, a raised bed garden, and frog pond give you other spots to sit and contemplate, quietly listen to birdsong in the morning, or hear the peepers start at dusk. The orchard produces cider apples, and an abundance of peaches. Wild blueberry bushes run along the treeline where the old growth apple trees give way to forest. Setsuko has never used a pesticide or artificially fertilized the plants, relying instead on the compost produced on the property and finding the right spot for each varietal. In the pine grove beyond the meadow, the light changes completely. Pine needles carpet the ground. Adirondack chairs and a hammock have lived in here for years. Even in July it is cool and unhurried, the kind of place where time moves differently. A vernal stream meanders through the woodland beyond, heard before it is seen. The property borders protected land. 50' into the woods and the house is completely gone. The canopy closes. It is quiet in a way that is easier to feel than to explain. What This Is Edmund Hamilton Sears grew up down the road and never forgot the night-time sky which came upon a midnight clear. Simon Winchester found it, wrote his books and stayed 25 years. Setsuko Winchester arrived to continue work on the property while carefully maintaining its early American character. She shaped the land, the barn, the gardens, into what they are today. The house has been restored with skill and lived in with intelligence. The granary is intact. The orchard blooms every May. The sky has not changed. Come and see what that feels like.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Shangra-Lodge, part of the allure where days spent approaches perfection. This newly constructed modern farmhouse in the Twin Lakes community enjoys shared access on Lake Washinee. The home's minimalist design melds simplicity with sophistication. Rooms are light filled and have seamless vantage points to take in the natural beauty of the out-of-doors. Fresh timbered beams, two story windows, solid white oak floors, solid hemlock & mahogany doors, Carrara countertops, just some of the finishings. Whether entertaining or the desire for quietude there are spaces to accommodate everyones needs..an Adirondack room off the kitchen, an intimate patio setting off the dining room, huge deck off the great room and a delightful entertainment room with walk out to a large patio. The great room has a 28ft ceiling, stone surround wood-burning fireplace and a ton of ambiance. Paneled walls and a gas fireplace in the library add a a level of comfort and warmth. The primary bedroom has a beautiful ensuite bath. Open the double doors to its charming balcony and absorb the feeling of en plein air. Private schools, train, hospital, shopping, all within minutes. Hiking and biking trails, kayak, play and fish in our many lakes, rivers and streams. Less than 2 hrs & 1.25 hrs to NYC and Bradley Int airports respectively. Taxes & assessment to be modified soon to reflect newly built home.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
This 70s Modern home has been revamped to a 21st century Contemporary. Perfectly situated between the spectacular east and west lakes in the Twin Lakes region of Salisbury, it's an easy walk to the lake to enjoy part ownership of the beach/lake access point, or relax in the back yard by the pool, relishing in the privacy and beauty of your surroundings. The upper level features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, lots of light, and wood beams. Walk out right onto the expansive deck, or enjoy the private balcony off the Master bedroom suite. The lower level has two additional bedrooms, an office, a full bath, a laundry area, and a central family room. Other features include a whole house generator, an owned solar electric system, mini-splits for climate control (heat & AC), and professionally maintained grounds. This is a clean, well kept home and property in the middle of a lake community in one of the most desirable areas in the Berkshires. Close to Salisbury, Hotchkiss, Berkshire, and Indian Mountain schools, and less than 30 minutes to the Wassaic train station.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Built in 2004, this exquisitely-crafted historic reproduction home seamlessly blends old-world charm with contemporary comfort. Set on 1.82 acres with sweeping mountain views, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home features meticulous hand-crafted details throughout, honoring traditional design while offering the conveniences of modern construction. The welcoming gourmet eat-in kitchen is perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Step out to the inviting covered porch--an ideal spot to savor morning coffee and evening sunsets with mountain vistas. The primary suite captures stunning views, while the expansive yard provides additional room to roam. 2-car oversized garage. Secluded setting just minutes to downtown Great Barrington and other Berkshire attractions.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Nearly 1,500 acres in Sandisfield, the Southern Berkshires. Miles of private trails for hiking, hunting, fishing, horseback riding; your own wilderness preserve featuring 134+ acres not in conservation with 1,489 feet of road frontage. Craft your legacy. 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, timeless home built for this wildly beautiful place. Stand between your home, overlooking your private lake, and your barns. Turn 360 degrees—everything you see you could own. Pure sanctuary in the highest possible sense. Nearly 1,500 acres where Thorp Brook winds through marshlands, Seymour Mountain rises to 1,682 feet, and miles of trails beckon for every outdoor pursuit. The kind of American dream that exists now only because someone saved it.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Fantastic opportunity to own a home in a peaceful cul-de-sac within the desirable Cornwall Estates. This lovely home sits on a level lot with almost 2.5 bucolic acres. Spanning just over 2,000 square feet, the home features a convenient first-floor primary bedroom and bathroom, vaulted ceiling in the living room and a screened in porch that leads to a large, partially fenced in backyard. Many recent updates and upgrades including kitchen and bathrooms, as well as the furnace and central AC system replacement. All of this and a heated community pool nearby and Great Barrington just minutes away, make this home ready for its next owners to create their own Berkshire journey and memories. Replaced/Updated Within the Last 3 Years: furnace, central AC, kitchen, bathrooms, all exterior doors, basement improvements Community Details: -8 homes in the community -$1,500 transfer fee due at closing from buyers to the Association -HOA dues will decrease to $900 per quarter ($300 per month) after two loans are paid off in July and October 2027 Rental Policy: -First rental term has a 28-day minimum -Second rental term has a 7-day minimum -Maximum rental term is 1 year -Lease extensions must be approved by the Association
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Amazing custom-built countryside retreat in The Berkshires. Meticulously maintained since it was built in 1999, this unbeatable 3 BR 3.5 Bath contemporary is located in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Great Barrington. Perfect for those seeking a serene tranquil setting or a weekend/summer getaway, this home offers a unique inviting layout & is the definition of quality! From the moment you walk through the front door, you'll be WOWed by the beautiful vaulted wood ceilings & stunning scenic views from just about every room in the home! This incredible home also comes fully equipped with central A/C, high-end Andersen windows/sliders, attached 2 car garage, paved driveway, gleaming HW floors, water filtration system, & tons of storage space! Conveniently connected to natural gas & sewer. Close proxmity to Butternut Ski Resort, Monument Mountain, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, Bard College, hiking trails, parks, & tons of shops/restaurants. A TRUE MUST SEE FOR ANY BUYER!!!
…By Annonceur International
This beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath Lion's Head condominium offers comfort, style, and convenience. The inviting living room features custom shelving, a propane fireplace, and sliders opening to a private deck overlooking a peaceful wooded setting with southern exposure. The updated kitchen is equipped with stone countertops, a prep island, and high-end Bosch appliances, including a range and microwave/convection oven. A dining area with vaulted ceiling and skylight adds to the bright, airy feel. Upstairs, both bedrooms feature vaulted ceilings, including a spacious primary bedroom with ensuite bath and generous closet space. Laundry area is conveniently located on the upper level. Additional highlights include central air, engineered wood flooring, and attached one-car garage. Community amenities elevate the lifestyle with a pool and tennis court, and the central location allows for easy access to town. Recently paved roads and driveways throughout the complex reflect pride of ownership in this well-maintained and highly desirable association. Located near private schools, lakes, the Scoville Library, skiing, hiking, shops, restaurants, and Metro-North service at Wassaic.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
At the end of a quiet dead-end road in Sandisfield, this c.1892 four-bedroom farmhouse sits less than twenty feet from the wild and scenic West Branch of the Farmington River, a federally protected, free-flowing trout river. Four bedrooms. Two full baths plus a half. 2,516 sq ft. 4.61 acres. Beautifully transformed interior: a granite-island kitchen rebuilt from the ground up, wide softwood floors, working brick fireplace, cast-iron clawfoot tub, first-floor primary opening through French doors to a stone patio, stairs to lawn and river. Kitchen and dining open to a deck over the water. Quarry-granite three-car garage, studio cottage with grandfathered footprint, and a second river parcel with 19th-century mill history included. Flood Zone A12, elevation certificate available. The river is twenty feet from the back door. Not a view of the river, not near the river. The river, close enough that you fall asleep to it in summer and wake to it in winter, when the ice shelf forms along the near bank and the hawks work the open water downstream. This is the thing about 14 Roosterville Road that no description fully prepares you for: the Farmington is not an amenity. It is the address. The sellers transformed the interior thoughtfully and well. Wide softwood floors, exposed ceiling beams, and a working brick fireplace anchor the living room, which easily holds two seating areas. The kitchen was rebuilt from the ground up with a granite island, slate-grey open cabinetry, and windows on three sides that keep the hills and water present while you cook. It is the heart the house always deserved. The kitchen and dining room open onto a deck over the river. The first-floor primary bedroom opens through French doors to a stone patio, with stairs down to the lawn and the Farmington just beyond. Up the painted black-and-white staircase: three more bedrooms, a family room, and a full bath. Two full baths total, one with a classic cast-iron clawfoot tub, one newly tiled. Propane hot water heat through a Viessmann boiler. High-speed internet. Spring means trout stocked at the Clark Road Bridge, right at the property's edge, while hawks and bald eagles work the calm flat water below the house. Nights belong to the fire pit and the sound of the river under a sky without light pollution. Across the road, a neighbor's hay fields roll toward a long mountain view. The property abuts Army Corps of Engineers land on the river side, no development possible, ever, and connects without crossing private land to an old stagecoach trail and the climbing ledges of Hanging Mountain. This stretch of Roosterville Road exists because of two floods. The first came in 1938, the second in the twin hurricanes of 1955. Together they buried the old road that once ran through here and left this place at the end of a quiet dead-end, closer to the river than to the rest of the world. It is one of those rare cases where a natural disaster produced something worth keeping. The outbuildings are exceptional. The three-car garage is built of hand-cut quarry granite, the feather marks of the quarrymen's tools still visible in the stone. The Little House, a sweet clapboard cottage with a grandfathered footprint, has served as a painting studio. What it becomes next is entirely up to you: guest suite, Airbnb, home office, art studio, or something not yet imagined. Included in the sale is a second parcel just north of the Clark Road Bridge, once the site of a Trip Hammer Shop and Saw-Mill advertised in the Connecticut Courant in 1833. The old mill channels and stonework are still legible in the earth. It is a remarkable piece of history to walk, and a beautiful private place to sit by the water. This property is located in FEMA Zone A12. Flood insurance is required for mortgaged purchases and advised for all. An elevation certificate is available. In 1918, a young Italian immigrant named Dominic Campetti, who had once sailed back across the Atlantic to find his sweetheart Caterina Consolati and convince her to begin a life with him in America, purchased the old Elizur Deming Farm on this stretch of the Farmington River. Their descendants farmed it for years after. In the cellar, beneath a trap door in the corner of a first-floor closet, hard cider barrels once kept company with a 50-gallon press and loyal customers from miles around. The state police came. The Berkshire Evening Eagle covered it with evident local enjoyment. The trap door is still there. The river is still there. The next chapter is yours. Reach out to learn more about this historic and unique property! Read more about the area, the history, and its stories.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Meet Madeline. This historic 1840 New England farmhouse is an understated, in town masterpiece that immediately establishes a profound sense of place. Greeted by classic pillars and an inviting French blue front door, you are perfectly introduced to the timeless elegance that lies within. Step inside the center hall foyer and you are greeted by a classic center hall staircase. To your right, a sprawling living room is anchored by a warm wood-burning fireplace and features a gracious window seat that practically begs for a blanket and a good book. Just beyond, the dining room is generously scaled to host large gatherings with ease. The heart of the home is a thoughtfully designed kitchen that radiates warmth and function. Boasting expansive prep space, an eat in bar, a classic farmhouse sink, and wide-plank floors beneath hand-hewn beams, it offers a beautiful nod to the property's history. It flows effortlessly into the adjoining family room, creating a natural, inviting hub for friends and loved ones. Step outside to the bluestone patio, where indoor-outdoor entertaining becomes seamless. Spending summer evenings hosting barbecues or quietly reading in the private, lush backyard might just tempt you to stay in rather than walking to local culinary hotspots like The White Hart or Fern. When you finish exploring the gardens, re-enter through the dedicated potting room and connecting mudroom, the perfect landing zone for messy boots and fresh-cut flowers. Rounding out the main level is a graciously sized en-suite bedroom, a convenient half bathroom, and a cozy library featuring a second fireplace. Throughout this floor, exquisite architectural details will make your heart skip a beat: custom built-in bookshelves, graceful curved archways, and ornate hardware. Ascend the gracious staircase to the second story, where natural light floods into three perfectly proportioned bedrooms and a shared full bathroom. Climb the stairs once more to the third floor, and you will discover pure architectural delight: an additional full bathroom featuring a stunning clawfoot tub, perched so high it feels like a treehouse canopy. This level also offers a flexible bonus space, providing the perfect footprint for a home gym, creative studio, or private office. Outside, the level lot provides a beautiful canvas to expand the existing gardens. The location is truly unparalleled. Stroll to The White Hart for your morning coffee, or hop onto the adjacent bike path for a quiet, scenic nature walk straight into Lakeville. With immediate access to world-class hiking, skiing, and highly rated restaurants, you never have to compromise on amenities. If you are searching for an effortless, enchanting country retreat, Madeline is the one.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Experience the luxury of gracious proportions, impeccable details, and stunning design in this exquisite classical villa that would be as at home in Italy as it is in the Berkshire landscape. Protected views of mountains, rolling hills, and meadows surround the 6.9-acre estate. The atmosphere of sophisticated luxury begins with the approach through an allee of willow trees and in the front courtyard, edged with stately Bradford pear trees and arbor vitae and anchored by the 2716sf, single-level residence and a matched pair of outbuildings--a two-car garage and a garden house. The front entry of architect-designed residence leads to a luminous interior with tall ceilings, reflective white walls, generous windows and 19 screened French doors that welcome sunlight and breezes and provide for ideal interior-exterior living. To the left of the entry are a living room with a wood-burning Rumford fireplace and hallway to the primary suite with an airy, comfortable bedroom, refined, restorative bath, and walk-in closet/dressing room. To the right, a spacious dining room, well-appointed kitchen, screened porch, and hallway to two bedrooms and full bath. The U-shaped floor plan embraces a secluded formal garden, reflecting pool with fountain, patio with pergola, and 40' lap pool. Completed in 1998, every element of the residence attests to architectural intelligence, superior craftsmanship, and love for the bucolic landscape. The high level of quality is evident in the visually commanding millwork, true stucco exterior, lath-and plaster walls in the principal rooms, east and south pergolas, west-facing screened porch, and sensitive choreography of space. With roots in the classical architecture of ancient Rome, this is a thoroughly modern dwelling replete with whole-house fan, air conditioning, generator, security system, 630-foot drilled well, and chef-ready appliances. The result is a home that feels both sculptural and deeply connected to its setting. With protected views, total privacy, and proximity to South County amenities (7 minutes to Guido's), this is a rare Berkshire offering -- serene, architecturally stunning, and eminently livable.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
Nestled on over 3 private acres with an extraordinary 650 feet of frontage on Hayes Pond, this exceptional waterfront retreat offers sweeping elevated views, a private dock, sandy beach, and direct access to swimming, kayaking, and fishing. Designed to embrace its stunning natural setting, the home features expansive windows and multiple outdoor living spaces, including a wraparound deck, waterside gazebo, and screened porch with hot tub connection--perfect for entertaining or relaxing in every season. The bright open-concept interior includes 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, highlighted by a dramatic great room with knotty pine ceilings, a wood-burning stove with stone hearth, and direct deck access overlooking the water. The spacious primary suite also opens to the deck and features its own and features its own wood-burning stove and en suite bath. The walkout lower level offers additional living space with a family room, full bath, and two bedrooms ideal for guests or extended family. Additional features include solid wood floors throughout, an attached two-car garage with EV charging, and easy access to the very best of the Berkshires. Located just minutes from Lee and Lenox, with nearby hiking, skiing, dining, Tanglewood, and year-round cultural attractions, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy the ultimate Berkshire waterfront lifestyle. Sale includes lots 34 and 35.
…By William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty
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