State: Massachusetts
Massachusetts has some of the oldest homes in the country, and it shows in the best way. You’ll find 18th-century Capes with central chimneys, Georgian and Federal-style homes with symmetrical lines, and Greek Revivals with wide trim and transom windows. In towns and villages across the state, there are also Gothic Revivals, Italianates, and early Colonial Revivals — many with original wood floors, paneling, and fireplaces still in place. Some homes remain untouched after generations. Others have been restored with care to preserve their historic soul. If you’re drawn to hand-hewn beams, early hardware, and homes that echo the earliest days of American life, you’ll find it in Massachusetts.
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c. 1890 – Northbridge, MA (Fire!)
A unique opportunity to own a landmark from one of America’s Industrial Revolution pioneers – the Whitin Lasell Manor (circa 1890) built by former industrialist Chester Whitin Lasell. The mansion’s “main house” offers 3-floors of living space w/additional basement storage & utility rooms. The 1st floor has been carefully restored and provides 6 separate entertaining areas (lobby/reception, music room/auditorium, living room/library, billiards room, solarium & dining room). Original period details throughout including wood carvings, pocket doors, stained glass windows & approx 15 fireplaces w/decorative mantels. While the use & occupancy of this historic property has changed over the years the current 20, 000+/- SqFt floor-plan includes approx 23-BDs, 9-BAs & 4 1/2-BAs. The former family residence, most recently used as a retreat & conference center, is ripe with development opportunities: hospitality-related ventures, wellness & healthcare or facilities for education just to name a few.
