A Natural Paradise on 36 Acres

Hidden from view among the rolling hills and forest in Belmont, this 36 acre farmstead is a rare find. The house sits well back off the paved road, down a very long laneway to the highest part of the property. Here the original house was built around 1830 to enjoy the wonderful views in all directions including the winding Kennetcook River.

The present owner has completely upgraded, renovated and restored this home over the past 12 years. Inside there’s a nice mudroom, entry porch with half bath and laundry room. To the right is a very spacious and sunny country kitchen with room for a harvest table. Wide doors open to a deck surrounded on two sides by gardens. Off the kitchen is a formal livingroom and out front is a study or family room. The master bedroom is on the main floor and it has a huge walk-in closet that opens to the bathroom. The bathroom is larger than most and includes a whirlpool tub. Upstairs is a small storage area, upper foyer perfect for a library or computer and two huge bedrooms on either side. These bedrooms are 19 feet long with pine floors and storage. The interior trims and details complement the 1830 character. Hardwood floors covered much of the main level. The house sits on a solid stone and concrete basement. It has good systems including an efficient wood/oil combination furnace.

The exterior has been finished with cedar shingles allowed to weather. The house looks great and feels like it belongs to this site. Stone walls, vegetable gardens, mature trees, shrubs and various garden plots surround the home. There’s a circular laneway that winds in, creating a small courtyard. A 10 year old two story garage/barn is located beside the house. It’s used for vehicles and storage, but could easily be converted to make barn space for animals. There’s a full loft above. Other buildings include two chicken coops. The 36 acres is mostly wooded with about 7 acres in pasture. There’s a brook and large pond on the property. This is an ideal property for organics, gardening and horses. There are many trails with access along the river bank.

This is a terrific, private property within 12 minutes to Windsor and about 45 minutes to the city.