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Listing broker remarks

Discover your perfect escape with this charming seasonal cottage offering deeded beach rights to the pristine and serene Highland Lake. Just steps from the water, this rare gem is ready to enjoy from day one. Inside, a spacious living and dining area welcomes you with a cozy pellet stove and electric fireplace , while a clever sleeping loft — accessed by a pull-down staircase — adds a touch of whimsy. Outside, the beautifully landscaped yard offers distinct spaces for play, relaxation, and meditation, complete with a large sandbox and generous storage shed. Swim, fish, and kayak right from your deeded beach, or take a peaceful walk through the woods to DAR State Forest and Upper Highland Lake. Recent upgrades include a deep well and newer roof— so the big work is already done. Motor boats are not allowed creating a true paradise for nature lovers and those seeking a quiet lakeside retreat. Many furnishings convey with the sale.— The Murphys REALTORS®, Inc.

Key details

  • 851 sq ft
  • 18,387 lot sq ft
  • 2 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1930 built
  • $458 / sq ft
  • $3,383 2026 taxes
  • HOA yearly
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠4⁠5⁠0⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
44 Aberdeen Rd
Town
Goshen, MA
ZIP
01032
Deed (Bk/Pg)
14658 / 147

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Neighborhood: Goshen

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.