779 Bancroft Rd, Becket, MA 01223 (MLS# 241692)
$549,500
Becket, MA 01223
MLS# 241692
Status: Closed
3 beds | 2 baths | 1529 sqft
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Property Description
If you love the quiet and privacy of the country with the convenience of being able to access the Berkshires' most treasured cultural and outdoor adventure offerings, this quaint New England retreat located on 45 acres of beautiful forest featuring natural stands of flowering laurels, towering pines, colorful deciduous trees, and a year-round stream is a must see. Enter the property with a ¼ mile private driveway that leads you to your oasis. No sign on property. No entry to property without permission from listing agent. With its balance of open loft area and cozy bedrooms, this 3 bedroom 2 bath log home has wonderful flexibility.
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Contract Information
Current Price: $560,000
Status: Closed
List Date: 2023-10-04
Sold Price: $560,000
Original List Price: 575000
Limited Service: No
Agent Interest: None
BAC: 2.5
BAC Type: %
NAC Type: %
Location, Tax & Legal
Registry: Middle Registry
Street #: 779
Street Name: Bancroft
Street Ext: Rd
State/Province: MA
Postal Code: 01223
Elem School: Becket Washington
Middle School: Nessacus Regional
High School: Wahconah Regional
Taxes: 4343.7
Tax Year: 2023
Concessions: $5,000 price reduction from original contract price
General Property Description
Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family
Sq Ft Liv Apx: 1529
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
Total Rooms: 6
Total Bedrooms: 3
Total Full Baths: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
Parking Spaces Type: Off Street
Year Built Apx: 1970
Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 1960200
Acres Apx: 45
Lot Size SqFt: 1960200
Status Change Info
Status Change Date: 2023-12-25
Under Contract Date: 2023-11-30
Contingent: No
Sold Date: 2023-12-22
Sold Price: $560,000
Remarks & Misc
Directions: From Route 8 in Becket, turn onto Wade Inn Road, to Hopkins Road, then turn left onto Bancroft Road.
Marketing/Headline: Absolute privacy with mountain views yet only minutes from Berkshire attractions and amenities.
Title V Date
Title V Date: August 2023
Water Features
Lake/Pond Name: Center Pond
Building Info
Exterior Color: Barn Red and Brown
Fireplace Insert #: 1
Property Features
Restrict Covenants: No
Title V: Pass
Underground Oil Tank: Unk
Water: Well
Well Detail: Drilled
Sewer: Private
Easement: Unk
Survey: No
Right of Way: Unk
Right to Farm Comm: Yes
Flood Hazard Area: No
Views: Distant; Hill/Mountain
Water Features: Brook; Lake Access
Land Use: 61A
Electric Type: 200 Amp; Circuit Breaker
Style: Cabin
Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceilings; Fireplace (s); High Speed Wiring; Skylight(s)
Internet Service: Satellite Available
Accessibility: 1st Fl Bdrm; 1st Flr Full Bath
Exterior Amenities: Landscaped; Lighting; Porch; Privacy
Appliances Incl: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer
Construction: Log
Exterior Siding: Log
Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Basement: Crawl
Floor: Wood
Garage: None
Heat/Cool/Vent: Hot Water; Multizone
Fuel: Propane
Hot Water: Propane
Lead Paint: Unk
Zoning: Agricultural; Residential
Possession: To Be Determined
Financing: Cash
Supplements
Affording an excellent weekend getaway for two or ample space for larger groups to use as home base to explore nearby attractions including Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow dance center, the Becket Arts Center, and the Dreamaway Lodge. For outdoors enthusiasts, there is kayaking on Buckley-Dunton Lake, hiking/cross-country skiing in the 17,000-acre October Mountain State Forest, and as a Becket property owner, you will enjoy access to one of the gems of the region, Center Lake.
Conveniently situated approximately two hours from Boston and three hours from New York City, this three-bedroom, two-bath home nestled in the middle of the generously proportioned tract has it all.
Enjoy sipping coffee or tea to the sound of morning birds on the east-facing front porch, which is flooded with beautiful morning light. Entertain friends and family in the spacious three-season room. Wind down the day with glorious sunsets on the back patio area or survey the entirety of the retreat from the promontory that overlooks the homestead. And once the sun goes down, drink in the splendor of the starry nights while you bask in the warmth of a glowing campfire.
Room Information
| Room Name | Level | Remarks |
| Living Room | First | Gorgeous stone fireplace |
| Kitchen | First | Open to living room |
| Bedroom 1 | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | First | |
| Bedroom 3 | First | |
| Full Bathroom | First | |
| Seasonal Room | First | Screen porch |
| Full Bathroom | Second | Laundry room as well |
| Loft | Second | Can be 2nd living room or sleeping area |
Lead Paint Disclosure 
Listing Office: RE/MAX COMPASS
Listing Agent: Tanya Shepardson
Last Updated: December - 25 - 2023
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