4 Stunning Historic Homes for Sale

There’s never been a better time to own a timeless property, and they don’t get any better than these four antique masterpieces available now in Westwood and Walpole. The rare old gems hold all of the standard amenities and much more like brick fireplaces, modern kitchens, master suites, spacious family rooms, and gorgeous grounds for outdoor activities. Here’s an insider look at each one.

446 High Street, Westwood

• Price: $1,995,000
• Size: 5,157 sq. ft. 
• Bedrooms: 4
• Baths: 4

This much-admired property historically known as the Jeremiah Baker Estate is one of Westwood’s original farmhouse properties dating back to 1790. The property has been meticulously renovated and restored with high ceilings, oversized windows, picture moldings, rare wood flooring, and five fireplaces. The reception hall leads to a fireplace library with wood-beamed ceilings, a sitting room, a dining room, and a den with built-ins. The home also includes a state of the art kitchen, full mudroom, office, and laundry. The second floor boasts four bedrooms, including a master suite with a walk-in closet and separate bath. The three-season porch offers views of the gardens and lawn perfect for adding a pool or tennis court. The large two-story barn offers many options for those needing storage for horses, cars, boats, or handyman space. There is also an attached apartment. 

1062 North Street, Walpole

• Price: $949,000
• Size: 3,153 sq. ft. 
• Bedrooms: 4
• Baths: 2.5

This historic gem has been maintained with great care to retain all of its beautiful period details and rare features. The home is set back on a large private lot with a tennis court and mature garden area abutting conservation and walking trails. The quaint front porch draws you into the sitting room, library, and bright open kitchen updated with a bench seating area, walk-in pantry, counter, and storage space. The large family room expands onto the deck allowing complete privacy to enjoy the 2.35-acre lot. The home also includes restored wooden floors, fireplaces throughout, unique sitting spaces, and double staircases. The first floor has a powder room, laundry, greenhouse, and mudroom. The second floor includes a master suite with its own bath and large closet while the other three bedrooms share an updated bath. The barn and two-car garage are other wonderful additions to this unique property. 

1507 Main Street, Walpole

• Price: $599,000
• Size: 2,181 sq. ft. 
• Bedrooms: 4
• Baths: 2

This impeccably maintained and updated antique farmhouse is set on a manicured, private-fenced corner lot close to town. The home holds wonderful charm throughout thanks to wide plank pumpkin and yellow oak floors, refurbished beams, built-ins, high ceilings, and bright rooms. There is an open kitchen with granite counters and top appliances, a Vermont cast wood burning stove in the family room, and french doors to the back deck. The front foyer leads into a sitting room with a window seat and a formal dining room with a china cabinet. There is a first-floor bath and mudroom, and the second floor has three bedrooms, including a master with a large walk-in closet. The finished third floor offers additional space for a bedroom or office. Step outdoors and enjoy the spectacular yard with a built-in pool, stone patio, pergola, plantings, and plenty of trees. 

400 Gay, Westwood

• Price: $2,100,000
• Size: 6,126 sq. ft. 
• Bedrooms: 6
• Baths: 4 full, 2 half

Timeless elegance and unparalleled quality abound in this spectacular estate on over two acres of manicured land. Meticulously maintained and updated over time, this home offers all of the features and conveniences expected, including high ceilings, gleaming antique and hardwood floors, stunning custom millwork, built-ins, and great storage. This special home is a perfect combination of sophisticated formal spaces with open informal living. The large kitchen boasts a center island, top appliances, a butler’s pantry, an exquisite fireplace dining room, and a large heated sun porch. A sitting room with a fireplace, gentleman’s office, family room, and mudroom complete the first floor. The second floor contains the family bedrooms, including a master suite with his/her full baths, expansive closets, and a large sun porch. There are also two additional rooms on the third floor and four-car garage parking.