BEDS4
BATHS2 full 1 partial
SQUARE FEET1,464
MLS#73550282
STATUSActive
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SUBDIVISIONFolly Cove
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.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Partial, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Cooling: None
Garage: 2
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Oil
Home Style: Farmhouse, Cottage
Lot Size: 3.90 Acres
Roof Type: Shingle
Taxes: $10,852
Year Built: 1920
Amenities
Porch
Patio
Rain Gutters
Storage
Screens
Garden
Guest House
Stone Wall
Feature Descriptions
Accessibility: No
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Building Area Total: 1464
Community Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility
Compensation Based On: N/A
Compensation Broker Transaction: N/A
Compensation Buyer Agency: N/A
Compensation Sub Agency: N/A
Compensation Sub Agency Offered: N/A
Days on Site: 5
Dining Room: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access
Electric: Generator, Circuit Breakers
Exterior: Frame
Flooring: Wood, Tile
GarageY/N: Yes
HeatingY/N: 1
Kitchen: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access
Laundry: Washer Hookup
Living Room: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Lot Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping
Master Bathroom: Yes
Master Bedroom: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet, Flooring - Wood, Balcony - Exterior, Slider
Open Parking Y/N: Yes
Other Structures: Guest House
Parcel Number: 1901025
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Parking Total: 12
Patio And Porch: Porch, Patio
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Rooms Total: 7
Sewer: Public Sewer
Special View Info: Scenic View(s)
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
Water: Public, Private
Waterfront Features: Bay, Ocean,1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Window Features: Storm Window(s), Screens
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
Agent Name: Michelle Kuppens
Agency Phone: 978-927-1111
Shown By
Agency Title: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group
Agency Phone: 800-741-1540
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$ 4,667.60 per month $3,327.22 Principal & Interest $904.33 Property Tax $436.04 Homeowner's Insurance
1255 Washington Street | MLS# 73550282
This single family home located at 1255 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA 01930 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,495,000. This property was built in 1920 and has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 partial baths with 1464 sq. ft. Washington Street is located in the Folly Cove subdivision. Search Folly Cove real estate on www.masiellogrouprealestate.com today.