New England Saltbox: Goshen, CT

Home for sale in Litchfield Co., CT: living room

Home for sale in Litchfield Co., CT: kitchen

Home for sale in Litchfield Co., CT: bedroom

Open house: Saturday, May 4th, 12-2pm

About The Property

An enchanting, private and peaceful country retreat surrounded by protected watershed land at the end of a gravel road awaits you - a perfect place to unwind amongst the sounds of nature. A classic cedar clapboard saltbox home has the craftsmanship of an antique and the benefits of bones that are 50-years young, plus architect-designed updates.

Inside, the open living/dining room has 3 exposures and includes a wood burning fireplace and a wall of windows providing views across the lawn to the barn and charming log cabin beyond. An opening framed by antique beams leads into the fully renovated and well lit kitchen. A spacious bedroom and modern bathroom with tiled and glassed-in shower complete the first floor. The oak open riser staircase leads up to two more generous bedrooms, one with shaker paneling and both with generous closet space, vintage solid doors, and reclaimed wide plank flooring. A windowed bathroom off the landing includes stylish modern fixtures, a deep soaking tub, and a reclaimed wood ceiling from Brooklyn’s Domino Sugar Factory. An unfinished walk-in attic completes the second floor - a dormer could provide expansion possibilities for a den, library, or large home office with the same dreamy landscape views.

Outside, the level grounds are dotted with mature maples, locusts, a weeping cherry, historic stone walls, an open lawn for yard games, and a cozy fire pit perfect for evenings toasting s'mores and storytelling with family and friends. A heated barn has three clear-span deep bays with dedicated electric service for any manner of hobbies, plus storage for cars and outdoor toys. An antique log cabin includes a stone fireplace, electric, and vaulted roof - yoga space, party barn, fabulous playhouse, art studio, or future pool house…

All of this ~2 hours from NYC and short hops to the villages of Goshen, Litchfield, Norfolk and Cornwall. Nearby attractions include Mohawk skiing, Five Points Art Center, Goshen Fair Grounds, fun places to eat, farmers’ markets and hiking trails galore.

Listing Agent: Richard Dalton, 646-389-3701