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The Dean House, a/k/a The Horsford Homestead, a/k/a The Howe's Home is arguably the oldest residence in Falls Village (Canaan), CT. The original structure was built in 1735, with a major, two story addition added in 1804. Many details have withstood the test of time, and this home is a stunning statement for any old-house enthusiast. If you envy the history as a preservationist, conservationist, or restorationist, you just found your personal Xanadu. From the original fireplaces and paneling to the structural bones in the attic and basement, all the right features are here, as spacious rooms, cozy environs, and heartfelt warmth are the mantras. Much of the original trim, flooring, doors, and moldings are prevalent, and that impact speaks volumes. The bathrooms are recently updated, and there are newer appliances. The cedar roofs are no more than 7 years old. The outdoor environment is lush and well maintained. There's a kidney shaped in-ground pool, beautiful gardens, and even a large flat lawn that once served as a home to a full-sized English croquet court. The large old barn dates well back in time, and there's a gazebo for quiet reflection and outdoor meals. Several other smaller buildings exist for all types of storage. And then there's the newer building (1997) - a combination of a two-car garage, a huge studio/workshop, a smaller storage room, and a roughly 1700 sq. ft. in-law apartment on the second floor. Drive-bys are welcomed, but please do not pull in without a confirmed appointment.

The Dean House, a/k/a The Horsford Homestead, a/k/a The Howe's Home is arguably the oldest residence in Falls Village (Canaan), CT. The original structure was built in 1735, with a major, two story addition added in 1804. Many details have withstood the test of time, and this home is a stunning statement for any old-house enthusiast. If you envy the history as a preservationist, conservationist, or restorationist, you just found your personal Xanadu. From the original fireplaces and paneling to the structural bones in the attic and basement, all the right features are here, as spacious rooms, cozy environs, and heartfelt warmth are the mantras. Much of the original trim, flooring, doors, and moldings are prevalent, and that impact speaks volumes. The bathrooms are recently updated, and there are newer appliances. The cedar roofs are no more than 7 years old. The outdoor environment is lush and well maintained. There's a kidney shaped in-ground pool, beautiful gardens, and even a large flat lawn that once served as a home to a full-sized English croquet court. The large old barn dates well back in time, and there's a gazebo for quiet reflection and outdoor meals. Several other smaller buildings exist for all types of storage. And then there's the newer building (1997) - a combination of a two-car garage, a huge studio/workshop, a smaller storage room, and a roughly 1700 sq. ft. in-law apartment on the second floor. Approximately 30 acres of farmland is organic. Drive-bys are welcomed, but please do not pull in the driveway without a confirmed appointment.

In the heart of Millerton, where charm, history, and community come together, this distinctive 1870 residence offers approximately 2,888 square feet of warm and gracious living space. Thoughtfully expanded in 2008, the home features four bedrooms, two full baths, and a conveniently located half bathroom on the first floor, blending original character with spaces designed for modern living. The addition introduces a beautifully scaled, light-filled living room with hardwood floors, multiple windows, and a wood-burning brick fireplace. Generous yet welcoming, it is a natural gathering place for quiet evenings at home, time with family and friends, and effortless entertaining. The primary bedroom is a retreat of its own, distinguished by high ceilings, beautiful proportions, and a second wood-burning brick fireplace. Three additional bedrooms provide space for family, guests, a home office, or creative pursuits, while the finished basement adds valuable extra living space for recreation, work, or relaxation. Outside, a covered front porch welcomes you home, while the rear deck, private backyard, and bluestone patio with a third brick fireplace create inviting spaces for morning coffee, outdoor dining, and relaxed evenings beneath the trees. Millerton’s cafés, restaurants, shops, The Moviehouse, village park, and the Harlem Valley Rail Trail are all within walking distance. Rich in character and thoughtfully expanded, this special home offers historic beauty, modern comfort, and the ease of life in a close-knit village community.

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Western-facing sunset views over the Catskill Mountains—the coveted vistas everyone is looking for. Set on 12 beautiful, private acres complete with a tranquil pond, this gorgeous post-and-beam home is expertly designed to take full advantage of its spectacular surroundings. Tucked away on serene Charlie Hill Road, the property immediately welcomes you with sweeping sights of the rolling meadow and water. The moment you step inside, you are struck by the dramatic, two-story living room, where a magnificent wall of windows and French doors perfectly frame the mountain vistas. A massive floor-to-ceiling chimney with a double-sided fireplace beautifully divides the living space from the kitchen and dining area, creating an atmosphere that is both open and incredibly cozy. For single-level convenience, the spacious first-floor primary suite offers its own set of French doors, opening directly to the porch and those same incredible views. The home offers plenty of space for guests and relaxation across its three levels. The lower walk-out level features two large bedroom suites and a comfortable family room complete with a second fireplace and a wet bar, making it an ideal space for entertaining. Upstairs, you will find an additional bedroom with a half-bath, a dedicated home office, and access to the home's unique crow's nest. Featuring a cozy window seat and panoramic sights, it is the ultimate private retreat to escape with a good book and watch the sun go down. While the property feels like a completely private sanctuary, it is incredibly accessible to the best of the region. Located less than ten minutes away is the center of Millerton, New York, celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere, antique shops, local eateries, and The Moviehouse. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the immediate access to the Harlem Valley Rail Trail, offering 26 miles of paved trails from Wassaic to Hillsdale for walking, running, biking, and winter cross-country skiing. With the Metro-North train less than 20 minutes away for a seamless commute to Manhattan, and close proximity to Hudson, Northwest Connecticut, and the Southern Berkshires, this location is truly unmatched.

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.

Situated along a picturesque country lane, this private 4 BDR home is a light-filled sanctuary offering the perfect blend of gracious and serene country living. A welcoming front porch invites you into a spacious foyer, flanked by a quiet home study on one side and a large, sun-drenched living room anchored by a cozy fireplace on the other. A bright kitchen effortlessly connects a formal dining room to an expansive family room with vaulted ceilings and a second fireplace, creating a seamless flow for entertaining. Outstanding indoor amenities include a private sauna near the kitchen and a dedicated staircase leading to a versatile upper-level study or exercise room. Another set of stairs from the main entrance leads to the second floor featuring 3 generous bedrooms and a luxurious primary ensuite retreat, complete with its own private dressing/reading room and a balcony overlooking the grounds and distant views towards the Catskills. Outside, a lovely wood deck on the main level leads to a swimming pool and a classic barn, making this secluded estate an extraordinary haven inside and out. Close to Cream Hill Lake, Mohawk Ski Area, hiking and biking trails, area private schools, farm to table restaurants, fly fishing on the Housatonic and other unique treasures in the Litchfield Hills. 2 hours to NYC.

Nestled within the absolute privacy of the 1,700-acre Doolittle Lake Company woods, this beautifully maintained 100-acre estate across two parcels features a magnificent 5,670-square-foot 1780 Center Hall Colonial blending colonial and Art Deco charm. Painstakingly relocated in the 1930s by architect Robert Carrere, the home boasts grand reception rooms with wide red pine floors, two wet bars, and nine wood-burning fireplaces. Authentic 1930s nostalgia is preserved through functioning rotary dial phones and butler bells, while the gourmet kitchen is updated with a fireplace, custom cabinetry with antique glass, and a unique trout-cleaning fish sink on the back porch. The main floor opens to stone-walled perennial gardens and a custom, heated oval gunite pool, complete with a dramatic arched pool house featuring kitchenette, half bath, dressing rooms, and an outdoor shower. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private sitting area, fireplace, and steam shower alongside three large ensuite bedrooms with fireplaces, and a playroom. A private ensuite studio bedroom sits above the heated three-car garage, offering perfect accommodations for staff or guests. The property features its own private spring and grants lake community access to the spring-fed, pristine lake and pond for world-class private hunting, fishing, boating, and hiking, with caretaking maintenance available. Equipped with a full-house generator for absolute peace of mind and spanning a 46.38-acre residential parcel and a 54.61-acre protected forest parcel, this agent-owned sanctuary offers ultimate year-round luxury just 2.5 hours from both New York City and Boston. (2) Parcels. #594 46.38 acres, with House. #592 54.61 acres, designated 6-2 Forest.

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.

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.

Offering the rare and coveted 'lake life' on Lake Buel, this unique property presents an extraordinary opportunity to establish your own Berkshire footprint on an expansive 2-acre parcel. Comprising 90% sun-drenched, open meadow, the large lot serves as the ultimate blank canvas with potential for a stunning architectural expansion, a custom family compound, or agricultural designs. While the existing cottage provides a peaceful, private retreat set back from the road, the true crown jewel is the property's dedicated lake access--offering the right to install your own private dock or boat slip on one of the Berkshires premier motorized lakes. Bring your vision to this exceptional property and start living the Berkshire lakeside dream today.

Tucked into the rolling hills of Great Barrington just minutes from downtown and the slopes of Ski Butternut, The Turning Point is a storied 3,600-square-foot Berkshire landmark operating as an active short-term rental. Steeped in history dating back to its 1800s stagecoach tavern roots, the property showcases an enduring dual-facade of classic New England brick and weathered clapboard. Inside, original period charm takes center stage with wide-plank wood floors and glowing fireplaces, perfectly paired with a rare, substantial footprint featuring 7 generous bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms. Designed for effortless hosting, this expansive retreat offers an incredible canvas for a lucrative rental investment, a boutique bed-and-breakfast, or a magnificent private country compound.

Set on over 12 private acres just minutes from the center of Great Barrington, this impeccably designed estate offers an extraordinary combination of luxury, privacy, and panoramic southern views of the Taconic Range, including the iconic silhouette of Mount Everett. Blending effortless indoor elegance with immersive outdoor living, this property captures the essence of Berkshire leisure. Inside, the home is thoughtfully designed to host both family and guests in complete comfort, offering five well-appointed bedrooms, six full bathrooms, and a half bath, providing privacy and ease for all. The first-floor primary suite serves as a true sanctuary, complete with two separate full bathrooms for an elevated sense of luxury. The main level of the home includes a generous living room, a formal dining room featuring a custom four-wall mural by noted (formerly local) artist Laurel Tewes, a cozy library or den, a well-appointed kitchen with three refrigeration units including a side-by-side Sub-Zero, two Miele dishwashers, a six-burner Viking range with double ovens, and two large pantries. There are two screened porches: one informal and accessible from the living room, and a larger one off the kitchen vestibule, currently used for outdoor dining. A guest powder room completes the main level. The second floor includes a second primary suite, along with three additional spacious guest bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom to ensure comfort and privacy for family and visitors alike. A well-equipped gym provides a dedicated space for fitness and wellness, while a large laundry room with two washers and dryers adds everyday convenience. A generous corner office, with windows facing east, south, and west, offers a quiet and functional workspace, complete with a dumbwaiter to easily transfer items between floors. The grounds are a nature lover's retreat, featuring a network of walking trails, including approximately half a mile of cut grass perimeter paths, and strategically located perennial gardens. A fenced backyard encloses roughly three-quarters of an acre, perfect for pets or recreation. Along the southern side of the home, a slightly elevated patio spans the kitchen, dining room, and living room, with direct access from French doors and a single kitchen entry. Part of the patio is shaded by mature, 20+ year-old wisteria growing over a trellis, while another section is covered by a motorized awning, creating an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. Throughout the home you will find six functioning fireplaces, wide-plank wood flooring, oversized windows, and exceptional craftsmanship in every detail. An oversized three-car garage adds functionality to the home's many luxury features. Ideally located just minutes from the vibrant center of Great Barrington, the property also offers quick and scenic back-road access to Taft Farm, Catamount, Tanglewood, and the surrounding cultural and recreational attractions that make the Berkshires so desirable. This is a rare opportunity to own a one of a kind estate in the region's most sought-after settings, where refined living meets timeless natural beauty.

Built in 1830 and set on 3.5 private acres abutting hundreds of acres of Connecticut State land, this five-bedroom Colonial is a rare find, a property where history, privacy, and natural beauty converge. Jaw-dropping sunset views set the tone from the moment you arrive. Inside, a recently updated kitchen anchors the main level, opening to a well-proportioned dining room made for long dinners with friends. The spacious living room, centered on a fireplace, is the kind of place you'll want to spend a winter evening. A main-level primary suite offers a private deck, a generous walk-in closet, and a spa-style bath, a true retreat within the home. Upstairs, four additional bedrooms share a full bath, with room for family, guests, or a dedicated workspace. The finished lower level adds a media room, home office, and laundry, keeping daily life organized and out of the way. Outside, the property comes alive. A side deck off the living room is perfect for morning coffee. The pool area, anchored by an impressive millstone table, is ready for summer entertaining. The perfect country retreat only two hours from NYC.

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.

A remarkable 139-acre property located up on Skiff Mountain surrounded by protected lands. Most of the property is conserved under the Forest Legacy Program, with building envelopes to include the existing home, barns and detached garage. The value is simply the location and the home can either be renovated or torn down to prepare for building new. The home site overlooks a beautiful pond, with a dock and a large open field that leads one into a mature hardwood forest. Sale is subject to Probate Court approval and being sold As Is. See uploaded Conservation Easement and Restriction Agreement, survey and the transfer document for the registered dam with CTDEEP. at this point, no access to house

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.

Set on 14+ private acres abutting Connecticut State land, this chic three-bedroom farmhouse offers the kind of quiet that's increasingly hard to find - and interiors that make you want to stay. The main floor is built around an open, light-filled plan that flows naturally from a chef's kitchen, featuring shaker-style cabinetry, butcher block counters, a farmhouse sink, and a professional range, through a generous dining area and into a living room anchored by a fieldstone fireplace. Step outside and relax or entertain on a back deck overlooking the lawn and surrounding forest. A powder room and laundry complete the level. Upstairs, a comfortable sitting area with a second fireplace connects two well-proportioned bedrooms sharing a full bath. The primary suite is a proper retreat: a handsome built-out office, a spa bath with soaking tub, and a walk-in closet done right. Outside, a classic red barn with metal roof adds character and utility. The Litchfield Hills at their best: two hours from Manhattan, with Kent's village life, Appalachian Trail, the Housatonic River, and Mohawk Ski Mountain all within easy reach.

Introducing Turkey Hill You only have to stand at the edge of the property, framed by stone walls and century-old trees, to know this is a special place. Beyond the stone pillars, down a crushed-stone driveway, you're led into a true country farm estate. The main house, substantial barn, multi-car garage, pool, and tennis court give you a multitude of reasons not to stray far from this retreat on the weekend. Let's dive in, shall we? The main house is all you could ever want in a circa 1767 farmhouse. The attention to detail and preservation here is unmatched. Wide-board floors stretch throughout, large stone fireplaces anchor the rooms, and a Dutch door is just one of the many special details woven into this home. It's clear from its inception that this house was meant to be a place to gather. From the moment you enter through the mudroom - it's the country, after all - the home balances both ease and grace beautifully. Spacious and well-lit, you've never felt so fabulous removing muddy shoes. Step into the family room, whose sole purpose is to capture guests and have them stay awhile. The kitchen flanks the space with ample counter room. The Taj Mahal quartzite counters will make you pause and notice their beauty and uniqueness. This is a kitchen where serious meals can be prepared, with guests within earshot in the cozy living room or gathered at the casual dinner table. A wood-burning fireplace in the kitchen ensures no one strays far. Off the kitchen, a spacious half bath and back pantry area. Complete with wine fridge and additional sink round out the space. It may take some convincing, but once you get your guests to relocate to the dining room, they're in for a whole new experience. Old-world touches like the painted checkerboard wood floors are the epitome of New England country charm. After a candlelit dinner, move to the living room and take your pick of after dinner activities. A large wood-burning fireplace centers the space. Spend your evening challenging friends to a game of chess, or simply retire in front of the fire and nod off to the buzz of conversation around you. The library provides an excellent spot for the morning paper and some coffee, with yet another fireplace. This is the type of room people will excitedly claim as theirs. Don't worry - if you were too slow to the draw, there's yet another space that works beautifully as an office or sitting area. Upstairs unravels like a good book. Meandering, yet thoughtful. Four bedrooms, each with their own distinct personality, are serviced by three bathrooms. A primary suite with soaring ceilings completes the floor, featuring an attached bath with a clawfoot soaking tub. Outside beckons. Set on 8 acres, the property unfolds beyond the house. Starting with the large red barn, which includes space for entertaining, horse stables, an unfinished second floor, a potting area, and ample storage. The barn opens onto a lawn that leads you to the sport court: pool and tennis. The pool does a beautiful job of giving you the sense of total and complete privacy while being only a moment from the house, surrounded by mature plantings and century-old trees. Should you feel the call for additional land, across the street is 26 acres of unspoilt land with breathtaking views with gentle rolling hills in the distance is available separately. Colebrook offers an elevated country experience - unspoiled and gracious, while only a short drive to local treasures like Tanglewood or nearby skiing. Modern amenities like Whole Foods and shopping are a quick hop to Canton, while the quiet country magic of the Litchfield Hills remains at your fingertips.

Perfectly poised and priced! This immaculately maintained four-bedroom residence, set on an acre of land, delivers three levels of sophisticated living space designed for both effortless entertaining and quiet sanctuary. The property balances a serene, retreat-like setting with beautiful mountain views and unparalleled convenience to local amenities and top-tier Great Barrington schools. The home is enveloped by a lush and mature landscape, offering a changing tapestry of flowering color and seasonal interest throughout the year. Cross the welcoming mahogany front porch an ideal vignette for morning coffee or evening relaxation into the expansive main level. The heart of the home is an open-concept great room featuring beautiful cherry wood floors, anchored by a warm fireplace, built-in surround sound, and a chef-inspired kitchen with a built-in wine refrigerator. A large Carrara marble island serves as the ultimate gathering point, transitioning seamlessly into the living and dining spaces. This floor is thoughtfully completed with a versatile guest bedroom or home office, mudroom, pristine powder room, and direct access to the two-car garage. There is an additional Trex deck perfect for an afternoon BBQ, overlooking the grounds. Ascend the staircase to the private quarters on the second floor, featuring a luxurious primary suite--a peaceful haven with its own ambient gas fireplace, a custom cabinetry walk-in closet, and an ensuite bath complete with a custom steam shower. Two additional generously sized bedrooms share a beautifully appointed full bath, offering exceptional comfort for family or visitors. The finished lower level further expands the home's well-designed footprint. A freshly renovated recreation room, outfitted with a custom bar featuring a solid white oak countertop and an additional half bath, serves as an ideal space for game days, a home theater, or a private lounge.

This 4-Acre retreat is nestled along scenic Kent Road in the heart of charming Warren, Connecticut. This exceptional property offers a rare blend of serene privacy, natural beauty, and limitless potential. The land sweeps gently into surrounding mature woodlands, creating a breathtaking backdrop of classic New England nature. Since its acquisition in 2021, the current homeowners have meticulously updated and enhanced every aspect of the home, bringing modern comfort and thoughtful improvements -for seamless, worry-free living. Inside, the home exudes warmth and sophistication: A spacious gourmet eat-in kitchen designed for both everyday meals and entertaining, featuring high-end appliances, ample cabinetry, and a welcoming coffee bar. Adjoining the kitchen is a sun room, which creates an airy indoor-outdoor flow. A large living room with generous proportions, ideal for family relaxation or hosting. Five well-appointed bedrooms, providing ample space for family, guests, or multi-generational living. Two distinct office spaces, offering flexibility for remote work, creative pursuits, or a dedicated study/library. The acreage offers endless opportunities for landscaping creativity: envision a custom home site with sweeping views, expanded gardens, a pool oasis, and a guest cottage-all while maintaining the peaceful, wooded seclusion that defines the area. Classic stone walls divide the grounds into inviting outdoor sitting and entertaining areas, with endless potential for custom landscaping, gardens, or expansions. Just 12 miles from the slopes of Mohawk Mountain Ski Resort, this location delivers easy access to winter skiing, hiking, and year-round outdoor adventures, making it an ideal spot for seasonal getaways or a full-time haven. Warren's proximity to Lake Waramaug and access to Warren town beach, fine dining, antiques, and cultural attractions adds even more appeal. Versatile and turnkey, this property suits a variety of needs: a private primary residence with room to grow, a luxurious seasonal retreat, or a substantial rental investment in one of Litchfield County's most sought-after towns. Priced at $1,025,000, this is a rare combination of updated luxury, natural beauty, and future potential.

Introducing Butternut Brook House; a Majestic, Luxurious Country Estate commanding stunning 360-degree views of the Litchfield Hills. Representing a masterful fusion of absolute privacy, consummate sophistication and breathtaking natural beauty, this legacy property spans over 36 pristine acres of rolling countryside. The palatial main residence encompasses an impressive 13,056 square feet, including a recently appointed lower level. Accommodations are lavish, with seven principal bedrooms, each distinguished by its own fireplace and six & a half sumptuous baths. Inside, discover character-filled living spaces designed for grand entertaining and intimate repose. A spacious open plan kitchen / dining / family room flows into the formal Dining Room with custom millwork adjoining the elegant Living Room and screened porch. Luxury amenities abound, including an elevator to all 4 levels, a serene spa, dedicated billiards room and a timeless wood-paneled library/study. The second floor hosts dual primary suites and four supplementary bedrooms, while the third floor is home to a dedicated bunk room and a state-of-the-art home theater. The finished lower level is an entertainer's dream, offering a spacious recreation room, climate-controlled wine cellar, wet bar, two additional fireplaces, gym area and a half bath. The estate's auxiliary structures elevate the property to a luxurious, multifaceted estate and gathering complex. Comprising a generous two-bedroom guest house, private one-bedroom caretaker's cottage, an ample five-bay heated garage, separate tractor garage and two dedicated greenhouses. Further amenities include a Lit Tennis Court, heated gunite pool incorporating a spa, private tranquil pond, an extensive network of secluded walking trails and meticulously manicured, professionally landscaped grounds. All while remaining supremely convenient-just five minutes from the center of Litchfield for shopping and fine dining. This extraordinary Butternut Brook estate presents a rare opportunity to acquire a premier Litchfield County retreat, serving as the ultimate elegant full-time residence or a peerless luxury weekend escape.

Enchanting Antique Dutch Colonial Estate with Carriage House and Barn. Nestled in a serene and private 51.2-acre haven, this stately home is a harmonious blend of historic charm and modern sophistication. As you traverse the meandering stone walls and explore the mix of sun-kissed meadows and whispering forests, you'll discover a world where time stands still, yet every modern convenience is at your fingertips. The property's outdoor allure is undeniable. Multiple walking or riding trails invite adventure, and the gardens, barn, carriage house and stone outbuilding offer endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment. Step inside and be greeted by the warm embrace of rich hardwood floors, two fireplaces, French doors, and meticulously crafted woodwork that tell tales of yesteryear. The updated kitchen, equipped with a premium Wolf gas stove and a convenient butler's pantry, offers a perfect stage for culinary exploration. The living room, anchored by a cozy fireplace, formal dining room, and library, are infused with great natural light that dances across the spaces. The primary bedroom suite, a sanctuary of comfort, boasts its own fireplace, ensuring a restful retreat at day's end. Accommodate guests in style with four additional bedrooms, including a secluded guest room with a private stairway. Located in the heart of nature's playground in Litchfield county. Close to skiing, hiking, restaurants, and parks in Norfolk and Barkhamsted, and near the Farmington River.

A modern country home inspired by the farmhouses of the Hudson Valley. Taconic Creek Road is tucked away amongst rolling hills and large surrounding parcels, on a beautiful dead end road with just a few lovely houses. The palette is restrained but luxurious with a thoughtful layout and custom design details. Spanning 2,100 square feet, you’ll find lime washed walls with stunning depth of color, custom millwork and wideboard wood flooring that adds warmth to the space. The main living area is anchored by the open kitchen, with Tundra Gray marble counters, an English farmhouse sink, custom inset cabinetry and paneled appliances. A deVOL pendant hangs over the kitchen table. The sitting area is lined with custom built bookshelves and there are large, deep windows lining the room. They face out into the garden, and french doors at the center take you onto the patio. There is storage and a built in bench at the entry for your boots and bags, and a lovely bath on the main level with Noguchi pendant lights. Upstairs, a light filled sitting room walks out to a screened in porch, and there are three bedrooms spread out across the floor. The primary suite is large with a stunning picture window, an office/walk-in closet and a gorgeous bathroom. You’ll find a walk-in-shower and soaking tub with views of the surrounding treetops. Two other bedrooms share the third bathroom off the hall. There is an extensive list of upgrades that includes a new roof, HVAC and septic, and the current owners buried the electrical lines to the house. A large pool is surrounded by lilacs and hedges, private and peaceful, and there is a garage for parking. Taconic Creek Road offers a rare level of calm and sophistication just 15m to Hudson and Amtrak and under 2.5h north of NYC.