A piece of Massachusetts history is waiting for you in the heart of the Quabbin Valley. Originally located in one of the historic towns flooded to create the Quabbin Reservoir, this remarkable home was carefully moved to its current site in Belchertown, standing today as a masterfully preserved retreat that blends rich local heritage with modern luxury. Set on over two acres of stunning, cleared land, the property offers a rare level of privacy as it is surrounded by 120 acres of protected conservation land. Your daily backdrop includes a private pond and beautiful gardens that you can admire directly from your private patio. Inside, the home is designed for both comfortable living and effortless entertaining. The heart of the main floor is a bright and beautiful kitchen, complete with a center island, plenty of counter space, and a pantry to handle all of your family's storage needs. Hosting is a joy in the adjacent spacious dining room, which boasts gleaming wood floors and custom built-ins. For relaxation, the expansive living room features an electric fireplace perfect for cozy winter mornings, while a dedicated first-floor office stays perfectly warm thanks to a nearly new pellet stove. The main level is completed by a highly convenient first-floor primary bedroom and full bath. Upstairs, the home offers three more generous bedrooms, each freshly painted and outfitted with brand-new, wall-to-wall carpeting, all serviced by a convenient half bath. Beyond the main house, this property is a dream come true for hobbyists, contractors, or car collectors. It includes a massive 30-by-45-foot detached garage/barn that is fully electrified and heated, providing the ultimate year-round workspace or storage solution. This is a truly unique opportunity to own a peaceful country estate with a story that cannot be replicated. Acreage is stated to be 2.27 acres by homeowners. Please remove shoes before walking on newly installed upstairs carpeting when viewing the house.......
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
2.13 acresLot Size
$274Price/Sq.Ft.
6 garage spacesParking
Listed by Christopher Martins• Coldwell Banker Realty - Leominster
Median sale price in this area is $498,968. (8% higher than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Internet available (broadband)
Insulated doors
Insulated windows
8 total rooms
Full unfinished basement with interior entry
Bedrooms
Master bathroom present
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Master bathroom
Kitchen
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Wood
Tile
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Heating with steam
Oil heat
Wood stove
Exterior features
Patio
Rain gutters
Outdoor storage
Garden
Stone wall
Scenic views
Stream and pond on the property
1 to 2 miles to beach; public beach ownership
Wooded lot
Easements
Paved public road with public maintenance
Home design
Single family residence
Frame construction
Brown exterior color
Shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Year built per public records; has been renovated
Parking
Detached garage
Heated and insulated garage
Workshop and storage space in garage
6 garage spaces (6 covered)
6 open parking spaces
Total of 12 parking spaces
Off-street parking (unpaved)
Construction
Frame construction
Shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
No lead paint reported
Utilities
Public water
Private sewer
Electric service: 110V and 220V, circuit breakers, 200+ amp service
Electric connections for range and dryer
HOA & community
Community features nearby include shopping, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, laundromat, bike path, conservation area, houses of worship, private and public schools, and a university
Not a senior community
Other
Lot size approximately 2.13 acres
Has view
Electricity and solar
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