Antique lovers, prepare to fall in love! The historic Deacon Samuel Read house, a Federal style colonial, built in 1745 by the founding family of Redding, CT. Enter the stunning 11 X 24 entry hall with exquisite millwork, a gracious sweeping staircase and original wide plank oak floors that run throughout the house. 9+ foot ceilings on the first floor enhance the elegant formal living room and dining rooms, each with a wood burning fireplace to warm your guests. The spacious Sun room with stone floors looks out on the beautifully landscaped, sloping property. A "new" addition built in 1857 includes a cozy family room with a 3rd wood burning fireplace...
Antique lovers, prepare to fall in love! The historic Deacon Samuel Read house, a Federal style colonial, built in 1745 by the founding family of Redding, CT. Enter the stunning 11 X 24 entry hall with exquisite millwork, a gracious sweeping staircase and original wide plank oak floors that run throughout the house. 9+ foot ceilings on the first floor enhance the elegant formal living room and dining rooms, each with a wood burning fireplace to warm your guests. The spacious Sun room with stone floors looks out on the beautifully landscaped, sloping property. A "new" addition built in 1857 includes a cozy family room with a 3rd wood burning fireplace and access to a charming porch where you will sit in the warm weather and enjoy the designated scenic road in front of the homestead. An office/bedroom sits between the family room and the large country kitchen. The dining area in the kitchen opens to a stone patio that leads to the heated in-ground pool. There is a powder room area with a separate shower also on the main level. At the top of the staircase is a large landing area where you will find three generous sized bedrooms and 2 full baths. There are two attic areas that offer expansion possibilities. This property must be seen to fully appreciate the unique character and exudes from every corner. Redding CT is considered "a slice of Vermont" within 60 miles of New York. Come be awed by the area and this magnificent home!
Antique lovers, prepare to fall in love! The historic Deacon Samuel Read house, a Federal style colonial, built in 1745 by the founding family of Redding, CT. Enter the stunning 11 X 24 entry hall with exquisite millwork, a gracious sweeping staircase and original wide plank oak floors that run throughout the house. 9+ foot ceilings on the first floor enhance the elegant formal living room and dining rooms, each with a wood burning fireplace to warm your guests. The spacious Sun room with stone floors looks out on the beautifully landscaped, sloping property. A "new" addition built in 1857 includes a cozy family room with a 3rd wood burning fireplace and access to a charming porch where you will sit in the warm weather and enjoy the designated scenic road in front of the homestead. An office/bedroom sits between the family room and the large country kitchen. The dining area in the kitchen opens to a stone patio that leads to the heated in-ground pool. There is a powder room area with a separate shower also on the main level. At the top of the staircase is a large landing area where you will find three generous sized bedrooms and 2 full baths. There are two attic areas that offer expansion possibilities. This property must be seen to fully appreciate the unique character and exudes from every corner. Redding CT is considered "a slice of Vermont" within 60 miles of New York. Come be awed by the area and this magnificent home!
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