This recently updated country farmhouse circa 1850 is set on 9.6 pastoral acres on a quiet country road including over 4 acres of hayfields, a 24 x 36 horse barn with turnouts, 26 x 50 fenced paddock area, plenty of lawn and garden areas and classic stone walls and some forested areas. The nine plus rooms feature a renovated country kitchen with top line stainless appliances, quartz countertops and plenty of storage. The spacious floorplan has a front to back fireplaced living room with beautiful views, formal dining, family room, 4 beds 2.5 baths, home office and extra room for crafts and more. A separate two- car garage with a newly paved double wide drive, recent landscaping and picket fence add to the appeal. A large deck overlooks the rear yard while a farmers porch provides shade in the front. Updates include 4 ductless mini splits for added comfort along with added insulation for efficiency. Come discover the best country living in Worcester County.
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
9.63 acresLot Size
$247Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by John Petraglia• Petraglia Real Estate Services
Listed by Ryan Witkos• Petraglia Real Estate Services
Master bedroom on second floor with hardwood flooring and closet
Three additional bedrooms on second floor — two with hardwood flooring and closets (one with recessed lighting), one with wall-to-wall carpet
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (second-floor full baths include tubs with showers; one remodeled with custom built cabinets, pedestal sink, and stone/ceramic tile)
One half bathroom on the first floor with stone/ceramic tile
Kitchen
Remodeled country kitchen with stone/granite countertops
Custom built cabinets and pantry
Dining area and exterior access
Recessed lighting and crown molding
Stainless steel appliances
Laundry & utility
First-floor washer and dryer hookups
Electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood
Engineered hardwood
Wood
Tile / stone ceramic
Vinyl
Carpet (wall-to-wall)
Heating & cooling
Steam heating (oil-fired)
Has cooling — ductless systems and multiple units
Fireplace
One fireplace (living room) — wood/coal/pellet stove
Basement
Full basement with walk-out access
Appliances
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Water heater
Exterior features
Porch
Wood deck
Garden
Stone wall
Storage
Barn / stable and paddocks (horses permitted)
Corner, level lot
Public paved road frontage and public road maintenance
Home design
Equestrian property
Remodeled condition
Above-grade finished living area approximately 3,172 sq ft
Parking
Detached garage with storage (garage faces side)
Two covered spaces in garage
Three open/off-street paved parking spaces (five total)
Construction
Frame and post-and-beam construction
Stone and granite foundation
Shingle roof
Renovated/approximate year built per public records
Utilities
Private water
Private sewer
200+ amp electric service
Gas range hookup available
Electric dryer hookup
HOA & community
Community features nearby include parks, walk/jog trails, golf, bike path, conservation area, and private school
Not a senior community
Other
Property includes barn/stable and other equestrian amenities
Electricity and solar
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This spacious, light filled farmhouse, located on one of the most picturesque roads in Hardwick, includes a living room fireplace flanked by built ins, a cozy West facing (thinksunsets) family room with a gas stove, main floor laundry, office, large cheerful kitchen with granite counters, stainless and hardwood flooring and a welcoming front porch. The property has a 2 stall barn with a loft, organic gardens, fields and a small woodlot. Hardwick, a semirural town on the eastern edge of the Quabbin Reservoir, boasts a world class bakery, cafe, country store, golf course with a restaurant and bar, winery, farmers’ coop store, and several farms with stores selling local honey, vegetables, cheeses, meats, maple syrup and more. Almost equidistant from Worcester and Amherst, work remotely or drive to work or restaurants with no traffic until you reach the city. Enjoy the hiking and biking trails outside the front door. Don’t miss the opportunity to live in this scenic, peaceful place.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,345 (+3.4%)
$99,800 + $302,100
$401,900
2022
$5,170 (+3.8%)
$99,800 + $251,900
$351,700
2021
$4,980 (+1.3%)
$99,800 + $216,800
$316,600
2020
$4,917 (+3.4%)
$108,000 + $199,700
$307,700
2019
$4,757 (+1.5%)
$108,000 + $188,600
$296,600
2018
$4,689 (+4.6%)
$120,800 + $159,300
$280,100
2017
$4,482 (+1.9%)
$120,800 + $159,300
$280,100
2016
$4,400 (−11.2%)
$109,500 + $169,500
$279,000
2015
$4,956 (+2.9%)
$124,500 + $187,200
$311,700
2014
$4,814 (+4.3%)
$124,500 + $179,800
$304,300
2013
$4,617 (+4.0%)
$124,500 + $206,700
$331,200
2012
$4,441 (+3.6%)
$124,500 + $208,900
$333,400
2011
$4,287 (+3.2%)
$131,900 + $213,800
$345,700
2010
$4,155 (+5.2%)
$140,500 + $235,200
$375,700
2009
$3,949
$140,500 + $275,200
$415,700
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.63 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,172
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,172
Year built
1850
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Worcester County
APN
3546032
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Historical weather
Hardwick, MA • 01037
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Hardwick. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 777 Ridge Rd
$763,267
$22K under list price of $785K
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