Public Remarks: OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE TO QUILIFIED BUYER Chestnut Lodge, a charming, rustic historic property, is nestled on over 3 acres with gardens, pasture and abundant stone walls. This post and beam style cape, originally called ''the Baker House'' was built circa 1773. Adding to the appeal of this 18th century farmhouse are fieldstone fireplaces, wide plank floors, ,a fascinating tower , a barn with a summer apartment. and a charming cottage The property is located about two miles from Main Street Lee and close to Berkshire cultural and recreational activities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1886Year Built
3.34 acresLot Size
$196Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Anthony Caropreso• MACCARO REAL ESTATE
Bought with Herbert Butzke• WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - LENOX
Owner financing available. Seller open to Creative Offers; Barters & Trades. Why just dream about owning a B&B when you can own one! It pays for itself and the SKY IS THE LIMIT in potential. This historic estate parcel was the stagecoach stop at the edge of ''Dodgetown''. Run as a summer bed and breakfast for the last 10 years , Chestnut Lodge is an easy way to live the dream in the Berskhire mountains. Not out in the middle of nowhere but right in the middle of everything. Easy access to Mass Pike , downtown Lee, Lenox, Great Barrington, Becket, Stockbridge and Pittsfield. Get ready and start booking for next season! Also available with nearly 20 acres for $429,000.00 Owner financing possible. Why just dream about owning a B&B when you can own one! It pays for itself and the Sky's the limit in potential. This historic estate parcel was the stagecoach stop at the edge of ''Dodgetown''. Run as a summer bed and breakfast for the last 10 years , Chestnut Lodge is an easy way to live the dream in the Berskhire mountains. Not out in the middle of nowhere but right in the middle of everything. Easy access to Mass Pike , downtown Lee, Lenox great Barrington, Becket Stockbridge and Pittsfield. Get ready and start booking for next season !The Baker House. Built circa 1773, this 3381 square foot lodge is an authentic gem kept informal with rustic charm, a writer's nook, fieldstone fireplaces, cherry and chestnut wide plank floors, country kitchen and even a secret passageway. Situated on 3+ acres gardens, equestrian pasture, fascinating lookout tower and barn with rustic summer apartment. Mature trees, property abuts protected conservation land.
BCMLS #214600
Sep 21, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 24, 2016
Listed
$399,000
$118/sq ft
BCMLS #207251
Dec 15, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jun 17, 2014
Listed
$425,000
$126/sq ft
BCMLS #198999
Dec 16, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jun 16, 2012
Listed
$425,000
$126/sq ft
BCMLS #181145
Jul 25, 2008
Sold
$225,000
$67/sq ft
Feb 13, 2008
Listed
$275,000
$81/sq ft
Public Records
May 17, 1999
Sold
$120,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,926 (+0.7%)
$116,500 + $299,900
$416,400
2022
$4,891 (+8.8%)
$109,500 + $248,800
$358,300
2021
$4,494 (+4.1%)
$98,400 + $207,700
$306,100
2020
$4,316 (−10.8%)
$92,300 + $201,700
$294,000
2019
$4,840 (+1.0%)
$122,000 + $205,500
$327,500
2018
$4,791 (−1.2%)
$122,000 + $205,500
$327,500
2017
$4,847 (+1.8%)
$108,900 + $220,400
$329,300
2016
$4,763 (+7.0%)
$106,700 + $220,400
$327,100
2014
$4,452
$106,700 + $207,900
$314,600
Tax history for 75 Chestnut St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,926 (+0.7%)
$116,500 + $299,900
$416,400
2022
$4,891 (+8.8%)
$109,500 + $248,800
$358,300
2021
$4,494 (+4.1%)
$98,400 + $207,700
$306,100
2020
$4,316 (−10.8%)
$92,300 + $201,700
$294,000
2019
$4,840 (+1.0%)
$122,000 + $205,500
$327,500
2018
$4,791 (−1.2%)
$122,000 + $205,500
$327,500
2017
$4,847 (+1.8%)
$108,900 + $220,400
$329,300
2016
$4,763 (+7.0%)
$106,700 + $220,400
$327,100
2014
$4,452
$106,700 + $207,900
$314,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.34 Acres
Year renovated
1982
Sq. Ft.
3,867
Year built
1886
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Berkshire County
APN
2692381
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Other Parking: Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=U4Haphoco2g&mls=1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Propane
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood
Room Information
Rooms Total: 10
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 4
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 3381.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 4525.0
Tax Year: 2021
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Lee
High School: Lee
Location Information
Directions: Main Street Lee to Cape street (rt 20) to Chestnut Street
Utility Information
200 Amp
Private Sewer
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,867
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1886
Year Renovated: 1982
County: Berkshire County
APN: 2692381
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Previous List Price: 599000.0
Standard Status: Closed
Photos Count: 41
Internet Automated Valuation Display YN: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Lee Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Lee Middle/High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% 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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Estimated sale price
$631,000 – $763,000
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