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Listing broker remarks

Step back in time with this enchanting antique farmhouse! Rich with quintessential New England character, this special property offers the warmth, craftsmanship and timeless appeal antique-home enthusiasts cherish. Exposed posts and beams lend authenticity to the spacious living room, where a cozy pellet stove creates an inviting gathering place on crisp New England evenings. The lovely kitchen blends old house charm with modern convenience and features newer appliances, while luxury vinyl flooring in the kitchen, living room and entry adds a fresh touch. The thoughtfully arranged 1st floor includes the kitchen, living room, laundry, full bath and bedroom, along with a versatile workshop/craft room or storage room just off the kitchen - ideal for hobbies, projects or creative pursuits. Upstairs, 2 additional bedrooms and a home office provide comfortable and flexible living space. Beyond the home, the grounds capture the romance of a classic New England homestead. A newer barn features 2.5 stalls and an overhead loft, offering wonderful possibilities for horses, livestock, storage and space for farming supplies. A chicken coop, garden areas and old stone walls enhance the property's pastoral character, while a cleared area with a corral awaits your animals. Imagine mornings tending gardens, keeping chickens or caring for horses, and evenings enjoying the peaceful country setting? For the buyer who appreciates historic architecture, hand-hewn character and the simple pleasures of rural living, this is more than a house, it is an opportunity to become the next steward of a treasured piece of Ashburnham history. The newer barn provides practical utility while complementing the traditional farmstead atmosphere. Whether you're searching for a year-round residence, hobby farm, or a special place where history and country living come together, this property offers a lifestyle increasingly hard to find. Bring your vision, your animals and your love of antique homes and make this charming Ashburnham farmstead your own. From the weathered stone walls to the exposed timbers within, reminders of an earlier New England remain woven throughout the property. There is room here to garden, create, raise animals and enjoy a more traditional way of life without sacrificing the comforts needed for today. Set in Ashburnham, this homestead is ready for its next chapter and a new owner who will appreciate its history, character and enduring charm here.— Gold Key Realty LLC

Key details

  • 1,476 sq ft
  • 1.20 acres
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1794 built
  • $250 / sq ft
  • $3,991 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠4⁠3⁠2⁠9⁠
Last updated
Address
1 Jewell Hill Rd
Town
Ashburnham, MA
ZIP
01430
Deed (Bk/Pg)
9723 / 334

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Factory Village - Blackburn Village

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Neighborhood: Ashburnham

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.