A true one-of-a-kind Lakefront property originally known as the Barker-Foster House nestled in a private cove on Lake Cochichewick. This 12 room, 5 bedroom, 3 full, 2 half bath Georgian Colonial sits on 3+ acres with a picturesque barn, stone walls and exceptional plantings. Home to one of the largest cork tree groves in New England! The original house has wonderful period details including 7 working fireplaces. The newer additions include a grand living room with lake views, a gourmet chef's kitchen, primary bedroom suite and finished lower level, all blending modern elements with the original historic charm of this special property. The 2 story barn once housed a local milk stand, with 3 garage bays and potential for an artist, woodworking or exercise studio or separate WFH or small business space. A charming screened porch overlooks the lush landscape with fruit trees and blueberry bushes, completed by a bluestone patio with sweeping views of the lake and spectacular stargazing!
Single-familyProperty Type
1750Year Built
3.04 acresLot Size
$442Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Margus Deery• Coldwell Banker Realty - Andovers/Readings Regional
Bought with Margus Deery• Coldwell Banker Realty - Andovers/Readings Regional
The Barker-Foster House c. 1770 - a beautiful 12 room, 5 bedroom, 3 full/2 half bath Georgian Colonial on 3+ professionally landscaped acres on Lake Cochichewick. Older part of the house has wonderful period details including 7 working fireplaces and the newer additions of living room, eat-in gourmet kitchen, master bedroom suite blend beautifully with the original home and will appeal to today's lifestyle. There is also a spacious 2 story barn on the property with 2 car bays + potential for artist studio, home woodworking shop, etc. The other outbuildings include a wood shed & privy which pre-date the home + lovely adjacent garden/sitting area. The property is mostly bounded by stone walls and features many beautiful & rare trees and plantings. There are granite stairs to access the lake for canoeing and kayaking. The home has a welcoming side porch, patio w arbor and a spacious screened porch for seasonal enjoyment. Outstanding & extras must be seen to be appreciated!
MLS PIN #30151487
Aug 13, 1997
Sold
$650,000
$117/sq ft
Jul 11, 1997
Listing Removed
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Mar 7, 1997
Listed
$795,000
$144/sq ft
GRACIOUS COLONIAL COMBINING THE BEST OF OLD AND NEW. THE ORIGINAL UPDATED HOME FEATURES MANY AUTHENTIC ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS, WHILE THE NEW ADDITIONS INCLUDE A DELIGHTFUL EAT-IN KITCHEN AND SPECTACULAR FR. LAKE VIEWS AND 2 STORY BARN.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,648 (+0.2%)
$543,100 + $817,000
$1,360,100
2022
$16,607 (+8.4%)
$521,300 + $706,100
$1,227,400
2021
$15,321 (+3.1%)
$427,700 + $653,500
$1,081,200
2020
$14,856 (+2.5%)
$427,700 + $653,500
$1,081,200
2019
$14,499 (−7.7%)
$427,700 + $653,500
$1,081,200
2018
$15,710 (+4.2%)
$427,700 + $653,500
$1,081,200
2017
$15,070 (+5.2%)
$423,200 + $632,100
$1,055,300
2016
$14,321 (+4.4%)
$423,200 + $580,400
$1,003,600
2015
$13,722 (+1.5%)
$403,000 + $550,600
$953,600
2014
$13,514 (+2.8%)
$403,000 + $534,800
$937,800
2013
$13,147 (+3.7%)
$423,400 + $534,800
$958,200
2012
$12,680 (+3.0%)
$460,300 + $450,600
$910,900
2011
$12,315 (+2.9%)
$460,300 + $450,600
$910,900
2010
$11,971 (−6.2%)
$460,300 + $479,300
$939,600
2009
$12,763
$567,100 + $518,200
$1,085,300
Tax history for 894 Great Pond Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$16,648 (+0.2%)
$543,100 + $817,000
$1,360,100
2022
$16,607 (+8.4%)
$521,300 + $706,100
$1,227,400
2021
$15,321 (+3.1%)
$427,700 + $653,500
$1,081,200
2020
$14,856 (+2.5%)
$427,700 + $653,500
$1,081,200
2019
$14,499 (−7.7%)
$427,700 + $653,500
$1,081,200
2018
$15,710 (+4.2%)
$427,700 + $653,500
$1,081,200
2017
$15,070 (+5.2%)
$423,200 + $632,100
$1,055,300
2016
$14,321 (+4.4%)
$423,200 + $580,400
$1,003,600
2015
$13,722 (+1.5%)
$403,000 + $550,600
$953,600
2014
$13,514 (+2.8%)
$403,000 + $534,800
$937,800
2013
$13,147 (+3.7%)
$423,400 + $534,800
$958,200
2012
$12,680 (+3.0%)
$460,300 + $450,600
$910,900
2011
$12,315 (+2.9%)
$460,300 + $450,600
$910,900
2010
$11,971 (−6.2%)
$460,300 + $479,300
$939,600
2009
$12,763
$567,100 + $518,200
$1,085,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3.04 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,536
Year built
1750
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2070582
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 10
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved