Historic Hobbs Brook Farm – Once a 17th Century Tavern!

Historic Hobbs Brook Farm’s spacious five-bedroom, circa 1680 New England farmhouse is recognized as the oldest home in Lincoln. It takes its name from Hobbs Brook which is part of the Walden Pond watershed and a primary water source for the Cambridge Reservoir. Set on nearly 10 acres of rolling pasture and woodlands, the property offers rare historic significance in a serene natural setting.

• Originally known as the Hoar Tavern, the home was owned for over 200 years by the prominent Hoar family, whose members fought in the Battles of Lexington and Concord. The tavern once served as a vital stopover for travelers, providing food, drinks, and shelter for travelers and the community.
• The home features period details, wide-board pine floors, original beams, and a Prohibition-era wine cellar, seamlessly blended with modern updates to the kitchen and baths.
• Kitchen, breakfast area, and sitting area with fireplace connect to large dining room and living room
• Family room opens to back yard and large great room – used as a studio, well-suited for a game room or creative space.
• A separate one-bedroom in-law apartment provides additional flexibility for extended family or guests.
• An ideal Lincoln location, tucked safely off long private drive from a cul-de-sac neighborhood with direct access out to Route 2 – an easy commute to points W/E to Cambridge/Boston or N/S on 95/128.