Description
Rare historic property, with heirloom-variety apple orchard, abutting APR agricultural land, at the base of Prospect Hill offers numerous possibilities. Home built by Deacon Joshua Whitney, pioneer settler of Groton, & was a garrison house in late 1600's - early 1700's. Historic details like boxed beams & wide-pine floors have been preserved. Newer (2015) kitchen opens to rear patio with stone wall & built-in firepit. Solid flue lining added to central chimney for 5 fireplaces in 1997. Chandelier & additional fixtures are handmade early American reproductions. Two 'mini-splits' added for some heating & cooling. Artisan iron railings adorn granite steps. Shared driveway repaved July 2026. Property is south of Groton's center, minutes from Groton Hill Music Center, fine dining & shopping, & 2 private high schools. Property has been featured in movies, calendars and paintings. Current owners raised Belted Galloway cattle here. Town sewer can be extended to 100' x 36' barn at owner's expense, subject to Town approval.
Details
| MLS # | 73439960 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1680 |
| Days On Site | 357 |
| Listing Provided By | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty | Charlotte Marrocco-Mohler |
Features
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,310 |
| Garage | 4 |
| Basement | Y |
| Zoning | RA |
| Acreage | 7.61 |
Interior
| Rooms Total | 10 |
|---|---|
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Ductless |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Heating | Baseboard, Oil |
| Interior Features | Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Broadband |
| Appliances | Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer |
| Fireplace Features | Dining Room, Living Room |
| Fireplaces Total | 5 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Flooring | Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Patio, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall |
|---|---|
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Foundation Details | Granite |
| Lot Features | Farm, Level |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
| Parking Features | Barn, Shared Driveway, Off Street |
| Open Parking Yes / No | Yes |
Utilities
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 14492 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 950300 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
Location
| Community Features | Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Private School, Public School |
|---|---|
| Senior Community Yes / No | No |
Area Information
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Groton |
| Zip Code | 01450 |
| Area | Middlesex |
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| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Groton |
| Zip Code | 01450 |
| Area | Middlesex |
 | $798,00010 Fairway DrGroton, MA 01450 |