194 Hartford Avenue Wethersfield, CT 06109

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Stately John Francis Tavern circa 1764 located in the heart of Old Wethersfield. Views of the Cove & steps away from the Village Center! An impressive foyer & unique center hall greets you. The sunny living room is a welcome respite in the southwest corner. Across the hall, gather your guests in the warm & inviting dining room to share a meal. After dinner, settle in by the fireplace in the library & contemplate the conversations that were had in that very room 250 years ago! The kitchen has an extraordinary fireplace, cherry cabinetry & a water view. The paneling & cupboards surrounding the fireplaces are notably some of the finest in Wethersfield. Wide floorboards, 7 fireplaces & original hardware add to the character that is sewn into every nook of this home.The great room bridges the old with the "new, " offering the perfect spot for both everyday enjoyment & entertaining. Two walls of windows flood the space w/ natural light & overlook the private, fenced yard. It seamlessly transitions into additional living space. Formerly a doctor's office, you can create a private retreat, a suite for guests/extended family or a home office, complete with a separate entrance. It is currently used as a family room & a bedroom. Upstairs, you will find 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 fireplaces, 2 full baths & wide floorboards throughout. More to love...gas heat, new roof, walk-up attic, wine cellar, 2 car garage&carport. Many special features left for your surprise! See additional remarks below., Wethersfield is CT's largest historic district in the state of CT contains 1200 structures, over 150 built prior to 1850. History lovers, architecture fans, and those who love the charm of a classic New England Village will love Old Wethersfield! Cove Park, Laura's Garden, Mikey's Place, Hanmer Elementary School and the weekly farmers market are all steps away. A short stroll will take you to the Main Street shops, restaurants and museums. The thriving historic village has several events throughout the year...Bicycles on Main, Porchfest, Art Walk, Scarecrows on Main, Holidays on Main, Heritage weekend, pop-up markets, 5k races, parades & festivals. Along with that there are concerts, seminars and lectures...something to do every day!