Welcome to this elegant circa 1920's Edward Hapgood designed mansion lovingly maintained for the past 44 years by the same owners. Entry is dramatic into a grand foyer from which there are french drs leading to a living rm w/gracious moldings, built-ins & one of 3 fireplaces.Through add'l french drs find the sun-filled music rm w/walls of windows. Located at the end of the central hall is a sunroom overlooking the stunning backyard. The generous formal dining rm w/fireplace, adjacent butler's pantry, & bay window is perfect holidays & entertaining.Cozy den w/custom built-in bookcases makes a perfect reading nook.Gather in the spacious kitchen where there is an abundance of cabinetry & countertops, walk-in pantry, and an eating area with bay window.Front and back staircases lead to the second level but let's take the elegant staircase in the foyer OR would you prefer the adjacent elevator? On the second level you will find 6 bedrooms, 5 of them ensuite and two w/ sunporches! Master has a private sitting area & separate his/her 7ft double hung closets and bath.In addition there is 1000sq ft living quarters w/separate entry for aupair, inlaw. or guests over the garage.During the summer months the property transforms into an entertainer's dream w/ gorgeous in-ground pool w/sun deck. Beautiful perennial gardens accent the private fenced backyard.Property abuts 96acres of wooded park w/ walking trails, pond, and wildlife. $400,000 in capital improvements(attch) since 2003!
Each room has oil heat but also electrical heat whichever if preferred. Electricity average is $219/mo. because of owned solar panels. Propane generator. 400amp service. Intercoms. Hardwood under all floor coverings. Architectural detail throughout including crown moldings, custom trim, arches, wainscoting. Sunset views. Zoning includes bed and breakfast, professional office/private residence combination, funeral home. Walk-up attic with a finished room. Major home improvements include: roof, all windows in main house, solar panels, 3 car garage with guest quarters above, chimney resurfacing. Dr Charles & Mary Beach built this home as a summer residence. She was the daughter of the founder of the Travelers Insurance Company.
Single-familyProperty Type
1917Year Built
1.68 acresLot Size
$102Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Linda Burnham• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Bought with Tracy Henry• Century 21 AllPoints Realty
Source:Smart MLS #170309791
Redfin Estimate
$677,649
$245K since sold in August 2020$8,000 since September
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