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Listing broker remarks

Welcome to a unique opportunity to own your own Hamilton legacy property on 22 acres in the heart of horse country abutting miles of trails of conservation land for hiking, snowshoeing or riding. Properties like this rarely come to market. Just minutes from town center, top rated public & private schools, and a short commute to Boston, this is perfectly situated to enjoy North Shore and beyond.Among the interior hallmarks are high ceilings,hand carved decorative wood embellishments featuring beautiful crown & dentil moldings.Many of the chandeliers and fixtures are hand forged with hand blown glass. A wonderfully balanced flow allows for flexible use and extra tall windows let in the light. The home is equipped with four fireplaces, a white paneled kitchen with multiple built ins, butlers pantry with scullery & half bath, and a finished lower level complete with 3 guest suites, kitchenette, and fitness room /media room options. The view from the approach is of a grand estate,yet this was designed and can live like a ranch if single level living is your desire - with plenty of private space for guests, family or live ins on lower level. The first-floor primary suite has its own fireplace as well as direct access to terrace through a spa like bathroom overlooking the rear garden with western views over neighboring equestrian properties.Outside, the manicured grounds come with a gunite pool, brick pool cabana with kitchenette & summer bathroom and numerous al fresco entertaining spaces, including a porch overlooking pond and bird resplendent conservation land. Helping ensure privacy are mature trees, professionally landscaped grounds,New England stone walls and a long driveway. The house is not visible from the street.— J. Barrett & Company

Key details

  • 5,791 sq ft
  • 21.43 acres
  • 4 beds
  • 5 baths
  • 1979 built
  • $461 / sq ft
  • HOA yearly
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
159 Woodland Mead
Town
Hamilton, MA
ZIP
01982
Deed (Bk/Pg)
16053 / 300

Map

Neighborhood: Woodland Mead

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.