1975 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 (MLS# 240219)
$1,500,000
Sheffield, MA 01257
MLS# 240219
Status: Closed
4 beds | 4 baths | 3300 sqft
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Property Description
The Colt Tavern on the Old Traveler Road. This glorious 18th century property is every historic home lover's dream. Set on 17 acres of pastoral bliss with big sky and Taconic mountain views on a seldom traveled country lane. Around two centuries ago, the Colt Tavern was converted to a single family home and has since been lovingly restored with a Shaker-like simplicity by its owner, a renowned architect. The home's rich detail and depth of historic character are evident at every turn. Exquisite light is achieved through high ceilings and typical Georgian Federal architectural details, such as a five-bay facade with 12 pane over 12 windows, a Palladian window, and a center entry with transom window and sidelights.
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Current Price: $1,500,000
Status: Closed
List Date: 2023-04-26
Sold Price: $1,500,000
Original List Price: 1500000
Limited Service: No
Agent Interest: None
Location Tax Legal
Registry: South Registry
Street #: 1975
Street Name: Barnum
Street Ext: St
State/Province: MA
Postal Code: 01257
General Property Description
Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family
Sq Ft Liv Apx: 3300
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
Total Rooms: 8
Total Bedrooms: 4
Total Full Baths: 3
Total Half Baths: 1
Total Bathrooms: 4
Parking Spaces Type: Garaged & Off-Street
Year Built Apx: 1793
Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 750539
Acres Apx: 17.23
Lot Size SqFt: 750539
Status Change Info
Status Change Date: 2023-08-06
Under Contract Date: 2023-05-10
Contingent: No
Sold Date: 2023-08-01
Sold Price: $1,500,000
Building Info
Exterior Color: Cream
Property Features
Restrict Covenants: Yes
Title V: Not Applicable
Underground Oil Tank: Unk
Water: Well
Well Detail: Drilled
Sewer: Private
Easement: Unk
Survey: Yes
Right of Way: Unk
Right to Farm Comm: Yes
Flood Hazard Area: Unk
Views: Distant; Hill/Mountain; Pastoral; Scenic; Seasonal
Water Features: Close to Water; Frontage on Water; Pond; Pond Access
Electric Type: 200 Amp
Style: Federal; Georgian
Interior Amenities: Alarm System; Cable Available; Fireplace (s); Granite Counter; Marble Counter
Internet Service: Cable Available
Exterior Amenities: Barn/Stable; Landscaped; Outbuilding; Privacy; Deciduous Shade Trees; Mature Landscaping
Appliances Incl: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Washer
Construction: Timber Frame; Wood Frame
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Basement: Bulk head; Full; Interior Access; Sump Pump; Unfinished
Floor: Linoleum; Wood
Garage: Detached; Other
Fuel: Electric; Oil
Hot Water: Electric; Storage Tank
Lead Paint: Unk
Zoning: Agricultural; Residential
Seller Disc: No
Possession: Negotiable
Financing: Conventional
Supplements
A large fireplace highlights the rear living room, in what was originally the tavern's kitchen. Original wood floors, doors, moulding, and hardware are found throughout.
The home's first floor features a center hallway, two first floor living areas with fireplaces, a dining room with fireplace, kitchen, and a half bath. Four bedrooms and two full baths are found on the second floor, and the attic features additional living space (with some finishing required) and a full bath.
Two handsome restored timber frame barns with metal roofs are found across the lawn. They are suitable for a variety of uses, having previously hosted square dances, horse stables, auto and tractor storage, and a two-story workshop.
Follow the path near the barns to the rear of the property and find sanctuary at a serene spring-fed pond, where one can watch turtles, birds, pollinators, and frogs in the warm season and ice skate in the winter months.
Pastoral and private, the property also includes a large cleared field with protected views of the Taconic mountains, and sits across the street from over 500 acres of conserved land that protects the critical Schenob Brook ecosystem, one of the most significant natural resources in Massachusetts.
Conveniently located to Berkshire and Connecticut attractions, and just 10 minutes to LaBonne's market in Salisbury and 20 minutes to Guido's in Great Barrington.
New septic system installed in April 2023. Air conditioning on the second floor. Home security system in place.
A bucolic Berkshires property with a serene sense of place unlike any other...come by for a visit at The Colt Tavern on the Old Traveler Road.
Room Information
| Room Name | Level |
| Foyer | First |
| Living Room | First |
| Dining Room | First |
| Family Room | First |
| Kitchen | First |
| Bedroom 1 | Second |
| Bedroom 2 | Second |
| Primary Bathroom | Second |
| Bedroom 3 | Second |
| Bedroom 4 | Second |
| Full Bathroom | Second |
| Other | Third |
| Full Bathroom | Third |
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Listing Office: WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON
Listing Agent: Chapin Fish
Last Updated: August - 22 - 2024
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