Historic Real Estate Listings in Winchester
Waterfield Sotheby's International Realty has 2 historic Winchester homes on the market.
2 Gardner Place, Winchester - 10rm/6br/3.5ba spectacular combination of old and new. Situated on private, spacious cul-de-sac. Sunshine and seasonal views from 3 flrs of grand/comfortable space. The original barn from the Gardner-Swan Farm established in the early 1660’s. In 1926, prominent architect, Frank Patterson Smith, the owner of the main house renovated the barn into what is now a remarkable example of Colonial Revival and Arts & Crafts design and decoration. It is a dramatic and unique dwelling, with many period details in mint condition. The large windows allow for incredible natural light enhanced by the important period 12-over-12 double hung sash in near new condition. The interior updates blend a perfect mixture of rustic and sophisticated finish. It has been suggested this home was among the earliest, possibly even the first documented conversion of a barn into a dwelling. Own a piece of history. * $1,250,000
24 Ginn Road, Winchester - History Speaks! The original 3 bay door Ginn Estate Carriage House with horse stalls, tack rm. Smaller portion converted into living area. Presented in its entirety with potential for an add’l lot. The elaborate, large scale and well preserved Carriage House is reflective of the “Beaux-Arts” architecture of the original main house and Music Hall. The U-shape Carriage House has a finished east wing, which was part of the living quarters for the current owner, converted in 1950. The main bays in the center, as well as the west wing and 2nd story main block retain their original matchboard finish. A trussed roof system limits the need for structural walls in the upper story, providing unlimited opportunities for planning and design. The Carriage House of Edwin Ginn, a prominent publisher of text books, was converted in the early 1900’s. A rare piece of history in Winchester. * $1,050,000
*Historic & Architectural detail proved by John D. Clemson, Preservation Consultant
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