165 Gaylord Rd, Gaylordsville, CT 06755

Rare C. 1790 Federal-style brick Farmhouse on four private acres among small farms on scenic Gaylord Road in historic Gaylordsville. Picturesque country setting with views over farmland and distant hills. Solid and stately with a welcoming front porch, circular driveway and elegant rooms encompassing many original features, including five fireplaces, chestnut flooring, original ironware and hand-hewn beams. Several detached structures include a 2-car garage/barn, studio/playhouse, potting shed, and workshop. Inground gunite Scott pool and mature landscaping, including a magnificent row of hemlock shrubs along the property's front edge. Located just over the Sherman town line and within walking distance to several historic landmarks and hiking trails, including Little Red Schoolhouse – Gaylord School Circa 1740 -, The Washington Oak Tree (where Washington met his troops), the Naromiyocknowhusunkatankshunk Brook (“water flowing from the hills”), The James Morrissey Family Nature Preserve and Naromi Land Trust’s Strauss Preserve. Additional farmland and barns available. Less than 10 minutes to NYC trains and 90 minutes to Manhattan. New roof installed 2016.