Hardwick, Massachusetts

The Jason Mixter House, built circa 1834, is a classic high Greek Revival home with Colossal Doric Order columns at the front, the interior is filled with spacious grand rooms and lofty ceilings with elegant moldings and details throughout. The main house has nine principal rooms featuring sun-lit spaces with floor length windows in the front, and is remarkably preserved with its historic detail intact. This house has only had one owner outside of the original family since construction. In addition to the main house a connected cottage has five rooms and could be restored for a second dwelling or other uses. In addition, there is an attached carriage house with four large bays plus workrooms and a separate two car garage. This home is ready for a significant restoration. Many mechanical systems will need updating, including the replacement of the septic system. Situated on over three acres offering lawn, garden areas, mature trees and stone walls, it is just a short stroll to the Hardwick Town Common which has similar preserved 18th and early 19th century homes and architecture. Come discover why Hardwick is considered by many to be a quintessential New England community.