89 Governors Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478

Period craftsmanship abounds in this charming and cozy, circa 1790 antique cape-style home including built-ins at nearly every turn, irreplaceable wide-plank wood floors, classic details and vintage, hand-forged hardware. Historic home enthusiasts will also appreciate the original hand-hewn beams that add a dramatic sense of strength and heft. Harken back to a bygone era with a home that offers a timeless and symmetrical design with a centered front entry, a centralized chimney and four gabled dormers. Inside the enclosed rooms offer comfort and intimacy. There is even an ingenious wet bar with many cupboards tucked away off the main sitting room. From the back entrance be welcomed by two large working fireplaces; one with a beehive oven. The kitchen has been skillfully updated with the intention of emphasizing the unpretentious beauty of the home and its fine craftsmanship while blending in new custom-built cabinets, new wood flooring, concrete counter tops and appliances. On the main floor you will also find a bedroom/bathroom suite; perfect for guests, a nanny, your in-laws or to be used as your primary bedroom. The inviting and spacious dining room makes it ideal for entertaining as well as everyday meals. (Note: the fireplace in this room is not working. Choose to have it restored or have a wood stove put in.)

As you head to the second floor, you will find four more bedrooms with oodles of built-in cabinets and drawers. The primary bedroom includes another full bath. The bedroom closest to the primary bedroom can be used as a dressing room/walk-in closet or home office instead. From the hallway you will also find another full bath with a tub/shower combo. The generous-sized bedroom at the end of the hallway is currently being used as a den/TV room. Outside the property offers endless possibilities. Privately set on just over 3 captivating acres, the exterior space includes a two-car detached garage with electricity, early stone walls, a wildflower garden, a four-stall barn and a paddock enclosed by a split-rail fence and more stone walls. The paddock can be used for horses or other livestock or as a possible location for an in-ground pool. The barn can be used as is or converted to an art studio, workshop, pool house, garden shed or whatever your imagination conjures up. Over the last two years, in addition to renovating the kitchen; the timber beams on the lower level were sand blasted, cleaned and restored; a new septic system was installed, a radon air mitigation system was installed; the entire interior was painted; new insulation was added; and, a new 250-gallon oil tank was put in. (See attached document for complete list.) For the commuter, this property is a short drive to Rte 188 and Rte 67, just 6 miles from I84 and approx. 4 miles from Rte 8. For those that work from home, find many conveniences with nearby shopping and dining at Quarry Walk and all along Rte 67 plus many area amenities and attractions including tennis courts, public golf at Oxford Greens, Lily Park Playground and Southford Falls State Park.

SELLER IS MOTIVATED AND WILL CONSIDER ALL OFFERS! Own a piece of history with this unique 1790 Vintage Country Home built by Captain Joel Perry privately sited on beautiful 3.20 open and wooded acres with oversized 2 car garage and large 4 stall horse barn with paddock which can be easily converted to studio space, workshop or just about anything! This warm and inviting home combines the perfect blend of historic details with modern conveniences and offers large rooms with loads of charm, exposed beam ceilings, original wide plank chestnut and pine flooring and paneling, updated kitchen, formal banquet sized dining room with fireplace and built-ins, spacious main level bedrooms with main level 1.5 baths, 3 additional spacious upper level bedrooms, grand family room with dining area with two fireplaces and butler’s pantry. This home offers great living and entertainment spaces inside and out.

Own a piece of history with this unique 1790 Vintage Country Home built by Captain Joel Perry privately sited on beautiful 3.20 open and wooded acres with oversized 2 car garage and large 4 stall horse barn with paddock which can be easily converted to studio space, workshop or just about anything! This warm and inviting home combines the perfect blend of historic details with modern conveniences and offers large rooms with loads of charm, exposed beam ceilings, original wide plank chestnut and pine flooring and paneling, updated kitchen, formal banquet sized dining room with fireplace and built-ins, spacious main level bedrooms with main level 1.5 baths, 3 additional spacious upper level bedrooms, grand family room with dining area with two fireplaces and butler’s pantry. This home offers great living and entertainment spaces inside and out.