LRG Boston
(617) 233-5800
355 Boylston St
Boston, Ma 02116
1255 Washington Street
Gloucester, MA
Property Description
Enjoy living in this Folly Cove property where artist and author Virginia Lee Burton did her life's work. This delightful estate is the well-preserved subject of her children's book "The Little House" The 3.9 acre property includes a sunny farmhouse as well as a separate barn/studio, each of which have been featured in many publications. Virginia wrote her books in the studio and it is also where the Folly Cove Design Group was formed and met. The house has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths and the historic post and beam studio has a 20' granite fireplace and cathedral ceilings, providing comfort and privacy for guests. Unique features include large granite tables, benches and a cozy firepit. Granite pillars support trailing grapevines and near-by is a quarry and hiking /biking trails. Fruit and nut trees and berry bushes, as well as vegetable and flower gardens complement the yard. This is a magical property with plenty of privacy and parking that lends itself to indoor and outdoor events.
offered at
$1,495,000
- Status: New
- Listing ID: 73550282
- Bedrooms: 4
- Full Baths: 2
- Half Baths: 1
- Living Area: 1,464 sqft Convert
- Lot Size: 169,844 sqft Convert
- Acres: 3.9
Additional Details
Type: Single Family, Single Family Residence
Area: Lanesville
Zip Code: 01930
Parking
Garage: 2
Garage Capacity: 2
Parking: Paved,Detached,Off Street
Parking Spaces: 12
Rooms and Dimensions
Total Rooms: 7
Has Basement: Yes
Contact: LRG Boston at (617) 233-5800
LRGBOSTON.COM
355 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02116
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