A State Forest at Your Feet

One way I know of to target your real estate search is by getting to know about available land in a particular town. When you search for a community in which much of the land has already been developed or has been preserved as Land Trust property or Protected Green Spaces, you can safeguard a bit against buying a home in a town that may experience unchecked growth. And let’s face it, some people want their town population to stay low. Population and protected green spaces can directly impact lifestyle and community dynamics. 

A number of my friends chose to buy in Durham and Middlefield because of the amount of Open Space they offer. Check out the Existing Open Space Map of Durham, and get a load of all the green. It’s a beautiful thing. But we are also lucky enough to have our very own state park that is a destination unto itself. Click the link to view a detailed trail map for Millers Pond State Park.

If you are someone who considers a connection to open space and state land a boon, you have to see this 4BR Colonial on Sumner Wood Road in Durham. Nestled on a safe cul-de-sac and situated to enjoy the quiet & privacy afforded by its neighbor, 200 acres of state forest land, this home and property are a rare find indeed. Millers Pond State Forest, and its bordering Cockaponset State Forest make for a beautiful backdrop. The wooded 1-acre lot offers pockets of adventure with stonewalls, patio, shed, lofty deck and lots of trees for climbing.

Access the marvels of Millers Pond State Park out your door with a 30 acre spring fed pond with great fishing, and 170 acres of woodlands and trails for mountain biking and hiking. 

Inside, take in the views from the completely remodeled eat-in kitchen. Shaker style oak cabinetry steels the show offering great looking storage and workflow, quartz counters and lots of ‘em, tile floor, gorgeous tile backsplash and stainless appliances including an oversized side-by-side refrigerator.

The main floor welcomes family and friends with charming wide plank pine floors, and bright windowed spaces including the large front to back living room with fireplace and traditional dining room.

Upstairs new shining hardwood floors highlight four bedrooms including the master suite with large double closets. Get more out of your footprint and tap into the great space in the walkout finished lower level adding 600 additional square feet, and a heating stove. 

Other features include crisp remodeled bathrooms, attached 2-car garage, new propane 3 zone heating system and electric backup.  For more information about this wonderful home, please call The Huscher Group (860) 918-4580.