Description
This 52-acre homestead blends early american heritage with modern sustainability and self-sufficiency. originally built in 1802, this stunning property offers privacy, fertile farmland, and breathtaking mountain views¬' including monument mountain/flag rock.
mature fruit orchard with over 15 trees: apples, peaches, pears, cherries, plums.
30-tree sugar bush with a sugarhouse for maple syrup production.
grid-tie solar photovoltaic and hot water, hydronic wood boiler, and more!
this is more than a home- it's a self-sustaining sanctuary, creative refuge, and living piece of american history. perfect for the organic farmer, artist, homesteader, or nature-lovers. whether you continue its agricultural legacy or reimagine it as a private retreat, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity. *gps address: 276 great barrington rd. housatonic, ma 01236
overview:
built in 1802 | expanded & updated
52 private acres with mountain views
1 mile from housatonic, 7 min to great barrington
historic charm meets modern sustainability
main house:
3 bedrooms, 3 baths
exposed chestnut beams, antique glass, 4 fireplaces
fully insulated with updated 200-amp electrical
3rd floor loft perfect for guests or office
newer oil burner, solar systems, and electric hot water backup
energy & water:
grid-tied solar photovoltaic (net-metered)
solar hot water + hydronic wood boiler
on-demand electric heater for cloudy days
minimal oil use 1 tank/year
municipal water (housatonic water co.)
year-round stream for swimming and natural beauty
outbuildings:
electrified barn (formerly cannabis-permitted grow space)
heated studio/office with deep storage
workshops, livestock structures, and a sugar shack
full security system (alarms + cameras in barn)
agriculture & land:
2,000 sq ft organic vegetable garden
fruit orchard: apples, peaches, cherries, pears, plums
30-tree sugar maple grove with working sugar house
livestock-ready (cattle, pigs, goats) infrastructure in place
no pesticides or herbicides used
south-facing, well-draining, fertile soil
conservation easement on part of land
mountaintop clearing ideal for second home with views
highlights:
off-grid capable sustainable systems in place
historic character + modern updates
adjoins acres of protected land
zoned agricultural/residential
ideal for homesteaders, artists, organic farmers
Property Type
ResidentialCounty
BerkshireStyle
ColonialAD ID
49491884
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 04/26/2025 @ 14:47
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