This stunning log home with a custom built barn and established farm all sitting on over 7 acres of land is just the start. This beautiful property offers three bedrooms, two full baths, open concept living with cathedral ceilings. The living room wood stove will keep you cozy on cold New England nights. Kitchen opens to dining room with a peninsula and newly installed counter top allowing for optimal convenience when entertaining. Loft master bedroom with walk-in closet and jacuzzi tub for relaxing after the farm chores are done. Basement partially finished with laundry room, pellet stove, additional rooms currently for in home office, family room, and guest room. The barn is equipped with water, electricity, and currently has 6 existing matted stalls with potential for more. Complete with roughly 2 acres fenced in including no climb cattle and round pen panel. Fenced in netted area for chickens and ducks. All this with close proximity to NECCA, area amenities, and highway access.
Imagine waking up in this gorgeous Log cabin & enjoying breathtaking sunsets at this lovely 3BR,2BA log home! Situated on 7.1 private acres w/fruit trees lining the driveway, perfect year round or family vacation home. Ready for you to make your own memories. This log home features cathedral ceilings, open floor plan & welcoming wood stove/ fireplace in family room. The open kitchen w/ dining area keeps the conversation flowing. Spacious master bedroom w/ private bathroom & jacuzzi tub. Partially finished basement w/ walk out offers extra space for guests or a home office. Enjoy your morning coffee before heading out to the barn. Equine amenities to include; 4 stall barn built in 2019 w/ electric, frost free hydrant & plenty of hay storage. Pastures are ready to be fenced, just the way you prefer. Use your imagination & bring your horses, goats, alpacas, sheep home. Perfect for the gentleman's farmer. New 10x14 shed. Minutes to Rt 2 & within 3 miles of Harvard forest & NEEC-Athol.
MLS PIN #72195682
Aug 1, 2018
Sold
$265,000
$130/sq ft
Dec 26, 2017
Pending
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Jul 10, 2017
Listed
$279,900
$137/sq ft
+8
A Log Cabin In The Woods, And Yet Only Seconds To Route 2.....Feel Like Your In The Middle Of Nowhere, But Close To Everything! This Spacious Home Is Ready For Its New Owner To Add Their Own Special Touchs And Call It Home.....Lots of Windows To View The Surrounding Natural Landscape, Loft Master Bedroom With Private Bath, Lower Finished Features Family Room, Bonus Room And French Doors For More Natural Light. Open Lawns And Pasture, 2 Bay Garage Building And Wonderful Barn!!
MLS PIN #70276366
Sep 5, 2006
Sold
$320,000
$157/sq ft
Aug 14, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Oct 11, 2005
Listed
$315,000
$154/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,467 (+4.3%)
$58,900 + $330,500
$389,400
2022
$5,240 (+7.8%)
$56,700 + $269,800
$326,500
2021
$4,862 (+6.2%)
$51,600 + $223,700
$275,300
2020
$4,577 (+6.2%)
$48,100 + $218,300
$266,400
2019
$4,310 (−7.9%)
$45,300 + $201,700
$247,000
2018
$4,681 (−3.1%)
$40,600 + $198,600
$239,200
2017
$4,829 (+8.7%)
$40,600 + $196,100
$236,700
2016
$4,444 (+4.2%)
$40,600 + $183,500
$224,100
2015
$4,265 (+3.3%)
$40,600 + $183,500
$224,100
2014
$4,130 (+24.4%)
$40,600 + $183,500
$224,100
2013
$3,319 (−3.2%)
$42,400 + $172,000
$214,400
2012
$3,427 (+2.2%)
$40,700 + $182,100
$222,800
2011
$3,354 (+3.3%)
$40,700 + $196,500
$237,200
2010
$3,248 (−14.7%)
$47,700 + $196,500
$244,200
2009
$3,807
$130,500 + $201,400
$331,900
Tax history for 197 Lyons Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,467 (+4.3%)
$58,900 + $330,500
$389,400
2022
$5,240 (+7.8%)
$56,700 + $269,800
$326,500
2021
$4,862 (+6.2%)
$51,600 + $223,700
$275,300
2020
$4,577 (+6.2%)
$48,100 + $218,300
$266,400
2019
$4,310 (−7.9%)
$45,300 + $201,700
$247,000
2018
$4,681 (−3.1%)
$40,600 + $198,600
$239,200
2017
$4,829 (+8.7%)
$40,600 + $196,100
$236,700
2016
$4,444 (+4.2%)
$40,600 + $183,500
$224,100
2015
$4,265 (+3.3%)
$40,600 + $183,500
$224,100
2014
$4,130 (+24.4%)
$40,600 + $183,500
$224,100
2013
$3,319 (−3.2%)
$42,400 + $172,000
$214,400
2012
$3,427 (+2.2%)
$40,700 + $182,100
$222,800
2011
$3,354 (+3.3%)
$40,700 + $196,500
$237,200
2010
$3,248 (−14.7%)
$47,700 + $196,500
$244,200
2009
$3,807
$130,500 + $201,400
$331,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Den, Home Office-Separate Entry, Bonus Room, Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,043
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Log
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Brown
Lead Paint: None
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Barn/Stable, Paddock, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Horses Permitted, Kennel, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Farm
Other Structures: Barn/Stable
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 7.1
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements, Cleared, Farm, Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,467
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Connection
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: RT-32 To Petersham Rd To Lyons Hill Rd
UnparsedAddress: 197 Lyons Hill Rd, Athol MA 01331
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HorseYN: Yes
Horse Amenities: Paddocks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,043
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Worcester County
APN: 1449890
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Athol-Royalston Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
Athol High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
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