Historic 1790 colonial located one mile from beautiful Princeton center in established neighborhood. This property was part of a 250 acre King's Land Grant given to the Mirick family, built upon and farmed through many generations of Princeton families. The former owner, Elizabeth Krauss harvested the first organic apples from her heirloom apple varieties growing here in the the late 50's/early 60's to market in Boston. She retained ownership of the property until her death in 1998. This quiet ommunity continues to attract an ecclectic mix to its inhabitants.

Many original details retain the character and flavor of 1790.  Raised panelled rooms with beams and gunstock corners, original or reproduced window and door moldings, four panelled doors with hardware, turned staircase, wide-pine, and fir flooring, five working fireplaces - the beehive FP has panelling with Elijah Gregory's named stamped in!  All this with central vac, a manual dumb-waiter, and up-to-date systems including radiant floor heat to keep your toes toasty! There is an original stone foundation where the barn is believed to have been set, which would make an ideal start to your new barn or garage. Whether you're looking for a working farm, hobby farm, or a country home, this one will end your search and begin a new chapter of back-to-basics living!

The original home was added onto in 2000, offering complete renovation of all systems, roof, siding and Marvin & Pella windows. Twelve rooms of spacious country comfort including three separate stairways leading to 5 full bedrooms, master suite with WIC, fireplace, deep-soak hot tub, and second family bath. Conducive to the formation of apartment for rental income or Bed & Breakfast, with town approval. Programmable thermostats, and full insulation offer economical heating in the cold months. Open kitchen and family room for entertaining or family get-togethers. This home is within 1 hour of Boston, 20 minutes to either Worcester or Leominster areas, seven minutes to major routes. This is the quiet, tranquil setting you'll love coming home to.