257 New Milford Road East

Perfect Spring offering! A true Bridgewater Antique with two bedrooms,2 full baths, fully updated in move-in condition, incl central a/c, while retaining the original charm. Set on 3.19 acres, surrounded by land trust, in a beautiful natural landscape. Originally built in 1824, the house has been sensitively renovated and expanded by the owners. The house features original hand hewn beams, wide-board floors, and antique doors. The building was stripped to the studs and then restored with modern wiring, plumbing, heating, cooling and insulation. The main floor is open and inviting, with wideboard hardwood floors, gas fireplace, and hand-hewn beams original to the house. Living room, Dining room, and Kitchen all connect, creating a gracious entertaining space. A new main-floor Primary Bedroom suite is a very handsome space, with vaulted ceiling, full bath and walk-in closet. There is a second Bedroom on the upper floor, with a Study/Office and full bath that could easily be used as its own private bedroom suite. A three-season sun-porch connects the interior to the grounds and stone terrace, which look out over a sunny hillside meadow. Set just off the house is a 2-car garage/barn with a large workshop space on the upper floor. There are additional outbuildings for storage. The 3+ acre grounds are highlighted by extensive stonework, beautiful plantings, and small streams. This property enjoys a great feeling of privacy, protected by Weantinogue land trust as your only neighbor.