Holden, Massachusetts
$949,000
The William Pomeroy Paine
House
Nestled in a prime center-of-town location,
this remarkable treasure marries timeless
elegance with modern comfort. Featuring five
spacious bedrooms, front & rear staircases,
beautifully appointed fireplaced living & dining
rooms, custom-designed mudroom with
laundry, and inviting screened porch offering
the perfect retreat for 3-season relaxation. c. 1834
East Haddam, Connecticut
$1,150,000
Classic Country Retreat on
13+ Acre Estate
One-of-a-kind retreat between Boston and
New York, a captivating 13-acre estate that
straddles the pastoral beauty of East Haddam
and Lyme, Connecticut. The property includes
four unique structures; a distinctive English
country residence, a classic barn, & a
charming folly, ideal for creative pursuits or
quiet reflection. c. 1840
Riverside, California
$2,599,900
Rare & Original Orchard Home
Set on a long driveway off of a secluded
cul-de-sac - creating a very rural feel yet just
a few short minutes across Historic Victoria
Avenue to the 91 freeway and all the
necessities! Built for the Chester S. Riley family
in 1929 and originally centered in their 80
acres Citrus Grove. Offered for first time in over 45 years and only the second time in its
history!
c. 1929
Bartlett, Kansas
$399,000
Farmhouse & Outbuildings
on Over 7 Acres
Small acreage farm with beautiful house
and outbuildings available! This home sits
on 7.72 acres, including a 40×80 quonset
building with a 20 ft door. Other outbuildings include a two car detached garage, a barn and
two grain bins. Inside the home you’ll find
5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths - plus, a new
roof and HVAC in 2022!
c. 1920
Westfield, New Jersey
$2,150,000
Idyllic Home on Iconic
Historic Block
An impressive Dutch Colonial dreamhouse!
Meticulously maintained and brimming
with old-world charm, this exquisite home
seamlessly combines timeless elegance
with modern convenience. Ideally located on
a quiet street with lots of privacy, very close
to top-rated schools, vibrant downtown
Westfield & NYC transport.
c. 1897
Charlotte, North Carolina
$2,995,000
The Jennie Alexander House
Stately pedigree meets fresh design - and
all the hard stuff taken care of! From
standing seam metal roof to foundation and
everything in between, including all updated
electrical - no knob and tube here. Nestled
in the absolute heart of Charlotte’s most
iconic and walkable neighborhood of
Elizabeth, with a main house that was once
Charlotte’s first duplex and a large,
fully-appointed guest cottage on approx.
.5 acre! c. 1921
New York, New York
$30,000,000
Life at the Top: Apartment
with Central Park Frontage
With 60 feet of direct Central Park frontage
in New York’s most storied building, this
extraordinary 6,300SF residence thrills
upon entry. With soaring 11-foot ceilings,
majestic large-scale windows and fabulous
room proportions, 4A is grand and
comfortable. The exceptional layout is ideal
for both entertaining and large-format living.
c. 1928
Pittsboro, North Carolina
$775,000
The Snipes House: Classic
Farmhouse + Heart Pine Floors
This charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home
boasts beautiful heart pine floors, stunning
bead board accents, multiple fireplaces,
custom cabinetry, and more. Nestled in the
delightful Bynum area, this property is a
popular Air B&B. The general store/museum
across the street from the house offers live
music on Friday evenings from May through
September and additional events! c. 1908
Tiffin, Ohio
$2,850,000
The Hermitage: Grand Tudor
Estate on 32 Acres
Grand Residence with HUGE INCOME
POTENTIAL.This house was born to be a Bed
and Breakfast or Elegant Wedding Venue
with accommodations. Six huge bedrooms
all with full baths AND a guest Cottage with
3 bedrooms - all hidden away on 32 acres
in the country. You get small-town living with
its quaint atmosphere AND only
90 minutes to
Cleveland, Columbus, and
Detroit.
c. 1926
Holly Springs, Mississippi
$347,000
Historic Hilltop: Greek Revival
Estate
Welcome to Hilltop, a charming historic home
in downtown Holly Springs. It's nestled
at the top of what was once a natural spring
that gave the city its name and is now a paved
walking park. Much energy and dedication has
been put into preserving and maintaining the
historic aspects of the property; the sellers
have won multiple preservation awards for
their work and this property has been
featured in the New York Times. c. 1859
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