201 Southeast Rd, New Hartford, CT 06057

AN ANTIQUE FEDERAL WITH PARK-LIKE VIEWS This 6-bedroom antique brick Federal, built by Gordon Henderson in 1830, is one of the distinctive landmark brick houses to be found in Litchfield County. This stately home features original wood floors, built-ins, vintage woodwork, historic color palette, and 4 charming antique fireplaces (including two wood burning stoves). A thoughtful 2010 addition compliments the original house and features a covered entry porch, great room with spacious kitchen, private office, and a wide mahogany deck. An abundance of windows provides ample light and expansive views of the gardens and pool beyond. The kitchen boasts a six-burner range, custom wood cabinetry, and a generous island. An adjoining pantry provides ample storage, an additional oven, and convenient main level laundry. An earlier addition provides a restful main level primary ensuite with private entrance, bath and a sitting area complete with seating and walls of windows. The historic portion of the home includes an inviting living room with wood burning stove and an antique mural depicting the home, a brilliant formal dining room, a rich and cozy den (currently in use as a weaver's studio), as well as a tranquil three-season sun porch. Five upper-level bedrooms (one currently used as an office) include a large dormitory-style room with window seating and a striking Palladian window. The hand hewn barn, pool and fire pit are enclosed by custom fencing and lush borders of rhododendron.

The barn, dating back to 1830, is listed in "Historic Barns of Connecticut". The property features expansive borders of rhododendron, lilac, forsythia, and roses.The fenced garden area provides ample raised beds and an established berry patch with red and black raspberries. The beautiful 5-acre lot offers privacy and rural serenity yet is minutes from all the Farmington Valley and Litchfield County have to offer. The property is remarkable for its variety of inspiring spaces and a pervasive sense of history both inside and out. Come experience country-living at its finest.