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‘Rock Maple Farm’ is the original center of a 126 acre estate, circa 1859. The property was purchased in 1893 by Ambassador George von L. Meyer. The elegant and historic Colonial Revival mansion was designed in 1901 by the noted Boston firm of Little & Brown Architects. Ambassador Meyer hosted many luminaries in his home, including both Presidents Roosevelt and Taft, and became the first president of the Myopia Hunt Club. The home was originally sited on Bay Road and was moved to its current hilltop location in 1917, then modified in 1936, when the north wing was relocated to an adjacent property.

The arched entry foyer leads into a main hall that accesses a formal dining room, living room and library, all featuring high ceilings, deep rich wood moldings, wood burning fireplaces and large windows that offer abundant natural light. The fireplace in the formal dining room was designed by Samuel McIntyre. The bowed windows in both the living room and dining room provide additional conversation areas. Also on the main level are the kitchen, with butler’s pantry and breakfast nook, sitting room with a fireplace, powder room and large screened porch. Just off the screened porch is a terrace and in-ground swimming pool with marble pavers that were originally from the Torlonia Palace in Rome.
On the second level, accessed by an ornate staircase, the master suite features a second McIntyre fireplace, two private bathrooms and a private study. Two bedrooms share a bath with separate hallway, and an additional ensuite bedroom privately situated down the hall has planty of space for a sitting area. On the third level there are several bedrooms, boxrooms and a bathroom.

Many of the household systems have been recently updated, including a Buderus heating system, whole house generator, Rescon basement system, and both septic and electrical systems. The 14 acre park like grounds offer gardens with mature plantings, numerous period garden features including antique Italian urns, and the original formal balustrade overlooking an expansive hillside view.

The original Rock Maple Farm House.

Contact John & Cindy Farrell for additional information and an appointment to view this home. 978-468-9576

This home sold in December 2015.

This well maintained circa 1900’s Colonial Farmhouse has been updated and expanded with outstanding style. The seamless expansion was well planned, for both aesthetics and function. The home has a great look both inside and out and includes many of the features so many ask for. The first floor has an open central stairway. The multiple entries into each room allow for flow through entertainment space. There is a striking open reception area with built-in shelving and two sets of window seats. This room is a focal point and ties the front entry, dining and living spaces together. There is also a family room or den adjacent to the kitchen with a wood burning fireplace.

The second floor has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The master suite has a sitting room with high ceilings and additional closets. Having the laundry conveniently located in this space makes the laundry room an enjoyable place to be. The master bathroom is bright with a skylight, double vanity and a tiled walk-in shower.

The oversize detached two-car garage was built with a large work space up above. This space has a broad range of possibilities and makes a great workshop or studio. On the garage side of the house is a mudroom entry with closets. This room spans the back of the house and can be used as an office and also extends the kitchen space. In this location is a first floor powder room. With hardwood floors recently refinished, the home is ready for the new owner to move right in.

Great location with access to commuter rail and route 128. The north shore sights and recreational activities, including Crane Beach, boating on the Essex River and Cape Ann are nearby. The North Shore is a great place to be!

Enjoy the privacy of a corner setting with a .3 acre lot and fenced yard.

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Sold in February 2016.

This is a classic1968 split level home with a large family room addition in West Peabody. Set back off the road on a corner lot just under a half acre of land, giving the home plenty of privacy while still being in an attractive neighborhood. There are hardwood floors and two fireplaces, one in the living room and one in the second lower level family room.

There are three bedrooms and two bathroom, one full and one half with a laundry. The kitchen is open and looks out into the family room.

There is an over sized one car garage with plenty of room for a work space.

This home needs a new owner and is ready for decorating and renovation. Just moments to parks, schools, Routes 1 and I95 and a few miles from The Lynnfield Market Street shops. Consider making this your new home and neighborhood.

Sold in December 2015.

Here is your chance to own a home where you can start each day enjoying the sunrise while looking out over the water. Live right on Pleasant Pond in Wenham, MA. This waterfront cottage is convenient to Boston and gives you the limited opportunity to live year round in your vacation home. Enjoy the tranquil setting from inside the house, your deck, screened porch and yard. Go paddle boarding, canoeing and kayaking with ease. Just slip your boat into the water from your yard and you are immediately enjoying your time on the water. Fabulous views from inside the home gives the sense of being on a boat. This home has private direct access to the water but there is also a common sandy beach nearby.

The side of the house away from the water enjoys beautiful afternoon sun in the kitchen, the patio and terraced gardens. Entry is through a mudroom off the patio. The garage has been rebuilt and includes a bonus room that makes a great office or studio. There is ample storage space on the second level of the garage. Enjoy beautiful pine floors and the ample windows do an excellent job capturing the views on both floors.

This would also be an ideal second home getaway. One that could be used year round and with the convenience of its easy access you may be able to get more “time away”.

Convenient to the Hamilton Wenham commuter rail and Route 1 and 128.

Sold in December 2015.

Circa 1801 ship captain’s home located on beautiful Hale Street in Beverly Massachusetts.This is a grand home with many details retained throughout. The front entry is through double mahogony doors and open to view the central noteworthy “pulpit staircase”. The living room is graced with a decorative black marble fireplace and large door that invite you out to the restful and relaxing wide covered porch that runs along the side of the house. The dining room is spacious and stately with bay, large windows and a fireplace. There is a family room with a fireplace beside the kitchen and a powder room. The large room in the back of the house with full bathroom and an exterior entrance can be part of the main house or part of an accessory apartment.The second floor has a window seat in the front hallway, five rooms and another two full baths. There is a second kitchen with a balcony on this floor for the apartment.

This 2600+/- SF home has large windows and is bright and sunny. There are lovely hardwood floors through most of the rooms. The yard is about .33 acres with a patio, garden space and shed.

Located in a in-town neighborhood between the Beverly Arts District and just two blocks from the ocean. Enjoy the water from Dane Street Beach and Lyons Park.This is a desirable location in Beverly with it’s easy access to the commuter rail. Stroll to the in-town business restaurants, shops, theaters and galleries as well as the beach. Enjoy the appealing architecture in the surrounding area.

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Picture perfect Garrison Colonial in a superb location in East Lynn, Massachusetts. Take full advantage of being in a lovely neighborhood that is convenient to both the Swampscott & Central Square Lynn Commuter Rail stations, Logan Airport and Boston. Enjoy close proximity to the ocean with Lynn Shore Drive nearby.

This impeccable home has shining hardwood floors throughout most of the rooms. There are four bedrooms and two very attractive bathrooms with tiled floors. The front to back living room has a wood burning fireplace and room for an additional seating and desk space where a sliding glass door leads out to the beautiful three season porch with tiled floors and ceiling fan. This room overlooks the nicely sized private back yard. The kitchen with granite counters and gas stove has room for a breakfast table. The dining room is graced by two corner cabinets.

Enjoy a home that has been expertly prepared for the market to make it easy to move right in and enjoy.

Keep informed of the progress of the New Thurgood Marshall Middle School being built nearby on Brookline Street.

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Lynn Shore Drive Looking out towards Swampscott Nearby

With a hilltop setting in the middle of East Gloucester this Classic Cape style home sits on “Beacon Hill” the highest point on Cape Ann. A beautiful private 1.49 acre lot near the Marble Road Conservation Area that extends to Gloucester’s back shore. Easy proximity to Rocky Neck, downtown Gloucester, and abundant beaches and recreational activities. Enjoy this summer retreat year round.

The home has eight rooms, three bedrooms plus an office space, two full and one half baths. The front to back living room with it’s wood burning fireplace, picture window and built-in cabinets is splendidly sunny. The kitchen is inviting with it’s six burner Viking range and ample dining space. The finished sun porch has a gas stove and slate floor.  The master bedroom was recently updated with a private bath and walk-in closet. There is an additional room that would work well as an office or extend the master into a two room suite. There’s a two car attached garage, additional detached garage and an outdoor shower.

The grounds are organically landscaped with gardens set among granite outcroppings. This is a fabulous property and setting in an excellent location.

Penthouse condo in Beverly Cove! This shingle style home built in 1910 was converted into three beautifully finished condos with superb detail in 2005. The property has been well cared for since. This sunny unit has the benefit of being the whole top floor with windows on all sides and two private decks.

The front entry is beautiful, bright and inviting and takes you up to see the dramatic open space that has many possibilities for arranging rooms and spaces. There are vaulted ceilings, plenty of windows and hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen looks out over the dining, family, and living rooms The appealing office space takes the front corner away from the central rooms. This is a fabulously interesting space. The kitchen has a breakfast bar, granite counters, stainless appliances and a glass back splash. The dining space sits in front of glass doors that lead to a second deck. The ensuite master bedroom with a walk-in closet, hardwood floors and ceiling fan has a fabulous bathroom with a separate tub and walk-in shower. This bathroom also has double sinks and a tiled floor. The laundry room in the unit is well organized with a tile floor and storage space. This unit has a finished private storage room in the basement and the attic space. Each unit has a one car garage and a second parking space. (more…)