$12,500,000

102 acre Coastal Estate and Equestrian Farm

Ipswich , Essex County , Massachusetts

102.27
ACRES

5
BEDROOMS

8
BATH

6889
SQ FT

covered arena • hay barn • fenced • second house • pool • pond • 1 barn with 11 stalls

Property description

This 102± acre coastal estate in Ipswich is a working equestrian farm, family compound and income property. The opportunity to acquire a property of this scale and character rarely presents itself. The main entry driveway rises gradually between fenced pastures offering pastoral views along the way to the crest of the coastal drumlin at some 98+ feet where the c. 1911 Tudor Revival-style main house is beautifully sited. The five-bedroom home has been extensively renovated while preserving its history and character. There are panoramic views in every direction including ocean views from the third floor and views of Essex Bay from the second floor and seasonally from the first floor. A wrap around terrace is perfect for outdoor entertaining and taking in the long views. The grounds are absolutely stunning, with English gardens, an alee defined by stone walls and peonies, a tea house, a swimming pool, pergola shaded patio and a lawn area suitable for tennis, badminton, croquet or any game your family loves. The land is comprised of a mix of open meadows, fenced pasture, paddocks, lawns, gardens, woodlands, extensive tidal creek frontage, salt marsh, riding trails and paved driveways. In addition to the main house the offering includes: a second single family home with four bedrooms; four, 2-bedroom rental units divided between two houses which were completely renovated in 2007; a 1-bedroom barn apartment; an 11-stall stable; a 66’x164' indoor riding arena; two fenced tennis courts; and, deeded rights to a nearby tidal dock and float on the Castle Neck River. A conservation restriction on 83.93± acres is held by The Essex County Greenbelt ensuring that this exceptional farm will remain unspoiled while allowing for continued residential, agricultural and recreational use for the next owners.

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Details

Home Features

c. 1911 Craftsman style single family home sited at the peak of the property with panoramic views extending to Old Town Hill in Newbury, Essex Bay and the open ocean. The house was extensively renovated in 2006-2007 while maintaining the original details throughout. The overall floor plan includes 12 primary rooms including 5 bedrooms, 4 full and 4 half baths within approximately 6,889 sq ft (measured).

Lot Features

This extensive property consists of 102.27± acres of land with a primary single-family five-bedroom estate (#166, “Main House”) and six additional legal dwelling units. They include a single-family dwelling with four bedrooms (#158, “Guesthouse”), four two-bedroom units divided between two houses (#160, “Gatehouse” and #164, “Duplex Guesthouse”) and a one bedroom apartment appended to the barn (#162, “Barn Apartment”). All but #166 are currently rented. Accessory facilities include an 11-stall stable, an indoor riding arena, a detached equipment facility/shop, three utility sheds, two fenced tennis courts, a swimming pool and deeded access to a dock and float on the nearby Castle Neck River.

Horse Facility Features

The c. 1928 barn was renovated in 2006-2007 and a new stable block was added. The new stable area features 11 13x13 stalls with rubber mats over crushed stone, a wide center aisle, an enclosed bay for manure removal and a full loft accessed via stairs which can accommodate a year’s worth of hay. Stalls windows and end doors are fully screened. The remaining space is heated and contains a tacking up area, wash stall, casework with sink in one area. The hayloft in the old barn accommodates a year’s worth of bedding and has an additional stair access point. There is also an indoor riding arena with mirrors, 66 x 164 with detached shed behind.