What a pretty setting for this house! Love the meadow and that pretty river! This house was built in 1890. It is located on six acres in East Canaan, Connecticut. The home is situated on the banks of the Blackberry River. The house features a large chimney, wood floors, updated kitchen, wainscoting, stone fireplace and a claw foot tub. There is a long private driveway and the house is close to local amenities and outdoor activities. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms and 1,496 square feet. $599,000
Contact Elisa Waysenson with Elyse Harney Real Estate: 860-435-0120
From the Zillow listing:
Blackberry River Oasis! With 1,100 feet of frontage on the Blackberry River and thousands of acres of protected state land as its backdrop, Stirling Farm offers a rare sense of privacy and tranquility. Cross a charming bridge with views of historic Beckley Furnace and its rushing spillway, then follow a private drive to a circa 1890 farmhouse nestled in a sunlit meadow. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 1,500 square feet of living space. An updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a six-burner gas range complements original fir floors rich with patina, while a native stone fireplace anchors the spacious living room. Full of character and ready for its next chapter, the home presents an opportunity for thoughtful updates and personal touches to make it your own. Private and serene, spend your days casting a line from the riverbank, listening to the gentle sound of the water, or simply unwinding as the Blackberry River sets the pace. With exceptional frontage and direct access, this is a place where nature, recreation, and quiet beauty come together. Conveniently located near Norfolk, Canaan, Salisbury/ Lakeville, and the Twin Lakes, with Sharon, Cornwall, Great Barrington, the Berkshires, skiing, and the region’s renowned arts, dining, shopping, and cultural attractions (Rockwell Museum, The Mount, Tanglewood Music Center, etc…) all within an easy and scenic drive.
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