68 W Main Street Chester, CT 06412
This iconic Chester home, built by George Smith began as a single farmhouse in 1874 as the property of Samuel Gledhill. In 1883, the property was sold to Wilbur Brothwell, the son of a woodworker who worked for P.T. Barnum. Brothwell is responsible for many of the home's unique features such as the third-floor tower and the beautifully preserved dark wood interiors. You can see his safe still securely closeted just inside the front door. The public rooms on the main level are spacious and sunfilled, particularly the large living room. The built-in china cabinet and the stained glass windows featured in the front stairwell are from the Barnum Estate. Beautiful hardwood floors grace most of the home, with a Brazilian Cherry inlay feature in the foyer and library. A portion of the main floor was originally used as a physician's office. It features 2 rooms (one currently used as a bedroom), half bath, and private entrance- potential for home office, first-floor primary suite, or inlaw suite. The second floor has an oversized primary suite, 2 additional bedrooms, and full bath. Up on the third floor, you'll find 2 more bedrooms, the "ping-pong table" room, and the tower with amazing views... a great spot for a yoga/meditation room or private office. With just under an acre, the property is conveniently located near town and a quick ride to the highway/amtrak. The barn is used as a garage and additional storage., Generations of the same family have been the stewards of this property for over 90 years. Beveled glass windows, stained glass solarium, front and rear staircases, original porcelain sinks, high ceilings, and lovely moldings make this home an antique lovers dream! Three floors of historic home and just under 4000 sq feet of possibility await you at this rare opportunity to own this beautifully preserved antique.
- Property TypeSingle Family Home
- NeighborhoodN/A
- CountyMiddlesex
- Taxes$10,714
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees$0
- Days on Site6 Days
- MLS StatusActive
- MLS ID Number24024772
- Home Size Source Public Records
- Year Built1892
- Lot Size0.87 Acres
- Full Baths1
- Partial Baths1
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General Features
- Style ColonialVictorian
- Construction Clapboard
- Parking Barn
- Sewer Septic Tank
- Basement FullUnfinishedFull With Walk- Out
- Acreage 0.87
- Water Public
- Property Sub Type Single Family Residence
- Garage Spaces 2
- Foundation Stone
- Zoning R-1
Interior Features
- Cooling Window Unit
- Heating OilHot Water
- Appliances Electric CooktopRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryer
- Fireplaces 1
- Laundry Features Main Level
- Fireplace Yes
Exterior Features
- Roof AsphaltShingle
- Spa No
- Waterfront Property No
- Waterfront Features Not Applicable
- Exterior SidewalkPorchWrap Around DeckBarnGutters
- Lot Fence - WoodFence - PartialCorner LotTreedLevel LotSloping Lot
- Patio And Porch Porch
Community Features
- Community Features LibraryParkShopping/ Mall