DESCRIPTION

Introducing mossford estate, a historic country residence that comes along once in a generation.  On the market for the first time in 40 years, this circa 1800 property is a superb example of federal-style architecture.  Set on 144 acres, the sprawling estate includes an antique barn, swimming pond, tennis court, five fireplaces, a stone patio, and a wealth of period details.  The oldest part of the house is a classic side-hall colonial, featuring nine-over-nine windows with wavy glass.  Inside, a formal living room and dining area with built-in china displays and hand-painted floors offer space for 14 guests, while a sunny, south-facing breakfast nook adjoins the modern kitchen.  The centerpiece of the main level is a soaring, double-height den—likely a former barn conversion—that evokes the feel of a ralph lauren-style adirondack lodge, rustic yet refined.  A cozy sitting room with a fireplace adjoins a full bath and laundry area, adding comfort and function to the home's main floor.  Upstairs, the primary suite includes a fireplace and full bath, while a wide hallway with a darling reading nook leads to three large bedrooms and a third full bath.  Every room reflects the owners' meticulous care in preserving and replicating 19th-century details, from antique fixtures and thoughtfully chosen wallcoverings to original faux bois painted doors.  Behind the house, a brick and stone patio is bordered by mature perennial gardens, creating a peaceful spot for outdoor dining and entertaining.  A gently sloping lawn leads to a fenced tennis court, and a vegetable garden and potting shed make homegrown meals a part of everyday life.  Across the quiet gravel road, a 30x40 antique barn with a new standing seam metal roof sits on a stone foundation, with a private swimming pond just beyond, glimpsed through the trees.  In every direction, mossford estate captures the essence of refined country living at its very best.  


Data is provided by OneKey MLS.