Mendocino, California
$3,095,000
Historic Bettencourt House &
Watertower Barn
Purchased as “fixer” in the Mendocino
Village in 2001, what followed was a
multi-year labor of love to restore and
preserve the historic Bettencourt House
and Water Tower Barn. Arguably one of finest
locations on the coveted western edge of the
village of Mendocino, this compound offers
stunning, unobstructed, 180-degree views of the bay and the Pacific Ocean. c. 1888
West Danville, Vermont
$349,000
An Idyllic Cape and The
Perfect Summer Getaway!
A picturesque cabin located close to
lakes, rivers, and mountains. Located in
one of Vermont’s historic small towns, this
home is full of charm. Located on a town-
maintained road, this home offers privacy
and convenience to so much of what makes
Vermont’s North East Kingdom unique. c. 1890
Leverett, Massachusetts
$1,299,000
Reproduction Antique Timber-Framed Beauty
Exceptional reproduction modeled after
The Dwight House in Historic Deerfield.
Wonderful detailing throughout, including
cherry floors and wainscoting, 12-over-12
divided-light windows, post and beam
construction, cedar roof, 3 craftsman-built
fireplaces, and so much more! c. 1995
Bratenahl, Ohio
$5,990,000
Gilded Age Grand Dame
House
Situated on 3.5 acres along the Bratenahl
coast of Lake Erie, this gilded-age gem
underwent an extensive year-long
transformation where the greatest of care was
taken to bring the home into the 21st century.
From the newly built bluestone patio and pool
to the meticulously restored original door
hardware, no detail was overlooked in
perfecting this exquisite property. c. 1895
Washington, DC
$1,999,000
Fabulous DC Foursquare
Welcome home to this beautifully updated
eight bedroom, six bathroom home nestled
in the heart of 16th Street Heights. This
exquisite corner lot residence offers a
harmonious blend of classic charm and modern
sophistication. The lower level was recently
renovated to create a separate rental unit or
in-law/au-pair suite c. 1917
Stillwater, New Jersey
$5,990,000
Antique Farmhouse Turned
Awe-Inspiring Retreat
Set on over 40 private, wooded acres, this
former 1800s farmhouse-turned-family-estate
surprises and delights visitors around every
corner - with magazine-worthy organic gardens
(started in 1967!), private pond with waterfall,
and property features seen in numerous
publications over the years.
c. 1890
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