1812 General’s Home!
1812 General's Home!
They say that many great men are inspired through the love of an equally great woman, and the example of General Erastus Cleaveland bears witness to the saying - as the story goes. Born in 1771 and forced to support himself from the innocent age of 14, Erastus' future appeared to be grim. However, in 1792 he met and married Miss Rebecca Berry from a neighboring town, who fired his inspiration to prosper. From a primitive log cabin to this beautiful home and from a carpenter to a general to owner of a lumber company and multiple grist mills, it seems we could all do with a little of Miss Berry's brand of inspiration!
There's a special kind of pleasure we derive from living in a historical house such as this one. Even modernists, with their love of bare, high-tech architecture, feel it. It's as though the warmth and stability of the families that came before you has permeated the old brick walls and radiates back into the room around you. You feel a sense of comfort in touching the brick, thinking about how it was formed back then . . and touching the fireplace in the kitchen, knowing that family meals were cooked there 200 years ago. This is that kind of house!
Nestled on almost 4 acres in the pastoral setting of Madison Village, New York, this beautiful 3,000sf brick colonial was built in 1802 and has every asset we're always looking for in historic properties. From its floating curved staircase, 8 fireplaces, 10' ceilings and original wainscoting, its original charm has been carefully and lovingly preserved. We'll take up residence in the kitchen, thank you! Right next to the huge fireplace that was used for cooking those many years ago. You'll always have company while you cook in this kitchen! Of course all the rooms are beautiful, cheerful and bright and all are dressed in period decor, including countryside wall murals. But the grounds, with rolling lawns and meadows are amazing with a patio under huge shade trees for outdoor dining or just enjoying the views.
Lovely in all seasons, and with the unbelievable price tag of $389k!
Source: www.1802brickfederal.com
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