Circa 1790/1800 distinguished solid, handsome P&B home and barn on two open acres of lawn and gardens. Major improvements and upgrades since 1997, all documented, offer an early home with no work to be done! Situated in picturesque, historic Deering Center, this home is one of the classic village focal points. Plentiful original details of wide pine floors, hand hewn beams, hand planed paneling, two fireplaces and wainscoting add to the warmth and charm. Three to four bedrooms, two baths (one up/one down), a great room w/fireplace/woodstove, paneled library, formal front room or parlor, open dining room off kitchen all bright and pristine and offering great flow and livability throughout the house.
The attached workshop (heated w/woodstove) provides excellent utilitarian space for storage, mudroom, workroom; the barn is currently used as a garage for two vehicles and riding mower; co...
The attached workshop (heated w/woodstove) provides excellent utilitarian space for storage, mudroom, workroom; the barn is currently used as a garage for two vehicles and riding mower; could easily be converted back for your horses or other critters; additional loft storage area over barn/workshop.
Directly across the road is the 400 acre Tom Rush State Forest; superb areas for walking, hiking, riding. Down the road a bit is Deering Reservoir, available for residents for swimming, picnics and small boats. This is a gracious and inviting home for one who desires the ambiance and history of an early home, in a classic setting with easy access to all points for business or recreation (Concord/Manchester/Boston).
Additional Details:
Corner Parcel/Very Private
Garden and Back Yard Areas
Excellent Locale for In Home Office/Soft Business
Mature Plantings/Sugar Maples (Blueberry, Concord Grapes)
Original Stone Walls w/Lilacs and Perennials
Possible First Floor Bedroom (currently Library)
First Floor Bath w/Shower
Exceptionally Large Closets Throughout
Open/Spacious Kitchen to Formal Dining Room
Full Stand Up Attic