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18TH CENTURY GEM
A METICULOUS RESTORATION ON UNION STREET
Sanford Real Estate $3,895,000
To live in town is to live amid the storied history of
the island. There is no better place to sense the charms of the Faraway Island than to be nestled near the welcoming gold dome of the Unitarian Church. It is a short walk to Main Street, yet solitude still surrounds you. The essence of true Nantucket living is here.
What joy, then, to discover an authentic, 18th century gem that has been meticulously restored but features all the amenties of modern living. The recent renovations at 32 Union Street did not alter the original appointments - the wide pine floors; the raised paneling; the six fireplaces.
But here you'll also find a sixburner Viking stove with grille as part of the large, open kitchen, and an extended, welcoming back porch that is perfect for summer evenings or entertaining. All plumbing and electrical features have been completely upgraded.
Walk beyond the white picket fence and through the front door and it's as though you are stepping back in time. Originally built in 1786 by William Coffin, and one of the original gambrel-style homes on the island, it retains the original floor plan, including four second floor bedrooms. Enjoy the same access to town of the original owner, a ropemaker turned attorney.
The home is notable for its openness, its high ceilings, its understated elegance.
The first floor features a formal living area with fireplace and periodfaithful stenciled floors. The informal sitting room includes a bar and recessed television, while the former pantry has been converted into a street-facing office tucked away from the rest of the house.
Upstairs, the second floor's four bedrooms include two guest rooms and two suites, each with its own bath and show- er; quiet retreats offering comfort and luxury.
The third floor master suite offers the perfect blend of old and new, and boasts exposed ceiling beams, unmatched harbor views, his and her baths, a spacious living area and a stairway to the large roof walk. The easy-to-reach walk is a short climb to a private panorama of harbor and town; a haven on clear nights for viewing shooting stars or the Fourth of July fireworks.
Outside, a terraced garden leads to a koi pond and dunking pool, perfect for cooling off or rinsing the sand from your feet after a day at the beach.
The benefits of in-town living go beyond the unmatched beauty of the neighborhood. Shops, restaurants and galleries are all nearby and there's never a problem with parking, as there are four spaces for you and your guests.
Nantucket retains its character through its original American architecture. This restoration is faithful to the home William Coffin envisioned, with all the qualities of a true island treasure. The home even includes a thoroughly researched history.
All that remains is for you to make your own history here. The property
is offered at $3,895,000. I
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