AN ANTIQUE FEDERAL WITH PARK-LIKE VIEWS This 6-bedroom antique brick Federal, built by Gordon Henderson in 1830, is one of the distinctive landmark brick houses to be found in Litchfield County. The home features original wood floors, built-ins, vintage woodwork and 4 fireplaces. A 2011 addition features a great room with spacious kitchen, office, and a mahogany deck. A plethora of windows provide ample light and views of the gardens and pool. The kitchen boasts custom wood cabinetry, a generous island, pantry and laundry. An earlier addition provides a main level primary en-suite, full bath and a sitting area with walls of windows. The historic portion of the home includes a living room with wood burning stove, a formal dining area, den, and a three-season sun porch. 5 upper-level bedrooms include a large dormitory-style room with window seating and a striking Palladian window. The hand hewn barn (circa 1830), pool and fire pit are enclosed by custom fencing and lush borders of rhododendron and pine. The beautiful 5 acre lot offers privacy and rural serenity. The property is remarkable for its variety of inspiring spaces and a pervasive sense of history both inside and out .
