1255 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
- $1,495,000
- 4
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 1,464
- SqFt
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Michelle Kuppens from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly.
- List Price
- $1,495,000
- Status
- CONTINGENT
- Days on Market
- 21
- MLS#
- 73550282
- Subtype
- Residential
- Style
- Farmhouse, Cottage
- Year Built
- 1920
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Living Area
- 1,464
- Lot Size
- 169,844
- Acres
- 3.90
- Subdivision
- Folly Cove
- MLS Area Major
- Lanesville
Property Description
Enjoy living in this Folly Cove property where artist and author Virginia Lee Burton did her life's work. This delightful estate is the well-preserved subject of her children's book "The Little House" The 3.9 acre property includes a sunny farmhouse as well as a separate barn/studio, each of which have been featured in many publications. Virginia wrote her books in the studio and it is also where the Folly Cove Design Group was formed and met. The house has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths and the historic post and beam studio has a 20' granite fireplace and cathedral ceilings, providing comfort and privacy for guests. Unique features include large granite tables, benches and a cozy firepit. Granite pillars support trailing grapevines and near-by is a quarry and hiking /biking trails. Fruit and nut trees and berry bushes, as well as vegetable and flower gardens complement the yard. This is a magical property with plenty of privacy and parking that lends itself to indoor and outdoor events.
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Additional Information
- Exterior Features
- Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Garden, Guest House, Stone Wall
- Taxes
- $10,852
- Property Description
- Farmhouse, Cottage
- Zoning
- R 80
- Flooring
- Wood, Tile
- Appliances
- Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Oil
- Air Conditioning
- None
- Exterior Features
- Frame
- Foundation
- Granite, Irregular
- Parking Features
- Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- View
- Scenic View(s)
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