THIS MONTH’S FEATURED REAL ESTATE ARTICLE
Could Climate Change Be Good?
Researching the impact of climate change on real estate values in our area seemed like a great idea with a clear answer. There’s no doubt that rising temperatures and extreme weather events will increasingly impact human life on Earth, from the historic fires in California and Australia to snow in Houston. But locally, where, what, how and when will climate change affect real estate values and our lives?
Climate change has arrived
According to National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), 2020 ranks as the second hottest year […]
DEAL OF THE WEEK
Antique Estate in Washington, CT
Town: Washington, CT
Price: $1,200,000
Rooms: 15
Bedrooms: 5
Baths: 3 Full, 2 Half
Style: Greek Revival
Acreage: 13.25 +/- acres
Age: 1870
Situated on over 13 acres in tony Washington, CT is the estate of iconic fashion photographer, William D. Helburn. The impressive antique Greek Revival is expansive and airy with over 4,700 sq. ft. of living space and includes a guest/caretaker apartment.
The park-like grounds comprised of rolling lawns, beautiful stonewalls, large rhododendrons, mature plantings, skating pond and large bluestone patio overlooking a gunite pool is everything you can ask for. A storybook playhouse sits at the edge of the woods through an opening in the stonewalls. There is also a detached garage/barn with fencing which could possibly be converted to a stable for a horse or two. A walkway made up of aged large stones and flanked by two ancient trees leads to the main entrance with two dreamy symmetrically columned covered porches on either side.
The interior of the house features bright, large rooms, original oak and chestnut wide board floors, exposed beams and charming built-ins. Whilst this property needs restoration, it is well worth bringing it back to its full original glory. Come take a look and fall in love!
For more info click here
LISTING AGENT
Maria Taylor
Office: Washington Depot
Daytime Phone: 860.868.7313 Ext. 126
Cell Phone: 203.578.0397
mtaylor1800@aol.com
Carolyn Klemm
Office: Washington Depot
Daytime Phone: 860.868.7313 Ext. 112
Evening Phone: 860.868.7970
Cell Phone: 860.488.6721
carolyn@klemmrealestate.com
