Built before the United States was a country, the Benjamin Coit House stands as one of Griswold's most historically significant properties. This 1700s home was used as the town almshouse in the 19th & 20th centuries, it retains a strong sense of its past with antique touches throughout. There is a large kitchen hearth with 2 beehive ovens and hand-hewn beams throughout. Set up in 2 sections, the home functions as both a spacious main house and an adjoining unit (each with kitchen, full bath, living room and bedrooms.) The configuration makes it ideal for in-law living, extended family, or even a potential B&B (town approval req). Recent updates include 2 new forced air furnaces, 2 new water heaters, and 2 wood stoves. Nearly every window has been reglazed, the plumbing has been updated and a 2022 drilled well supports the home's modern systems. Slanted floors, crooked doors, and uneven plaster walls remind you that this house has stood for over 300 years offering character that can't be recreated and durability that has proven to stand the test of time. This remarkable home is a rare opportunity, rich with New England history and updated for today's practical needs, but ready for your touch.
