This charming historic home in Duxbury, blends rich 18th-century architecture with modern updates. Featuring original ship beams, six fireplaces, and wide pine flooring, the 3-bedroom residence evokes timeless character. The style reflects classic New England coastal estates, enhanced by a 2023 addition of a spacious 3-car garage with an accessory dwelling offering radiant floors, kitchenette, and water views. Outdoor amenities include a private patio, outdoor shower, and deeded beach and mooring rights at Powder Point Beach, just a short walk from Powder Point Bridge. Listed at $2,925,000, this unique property combines heritage with contemporary comfort on a generous plot, ideal for serene waterfront living.
Historic Home Exterior
A charming historic American home with white clapboard siding and wooden framed windows, paired with a steeply pitched roof clad in gray shingles. Red brick chimneys accentuate both ends of the roofline, drawing attention to the historic architecture. The house features a small stone stoop with potted plants flanking the entrance and traditional lantern-style lighting beside the door. An attached white picket fence encloses a side yard with a quaint, low gate. Leafless trees and a green lawn complete the serene, classic New England countryside feel under a partly cloudy sky.
Historic Property Exterior
A large, open yard with a well-maintained lawn stretches between two historic buildings. The house on the right has classic white wooden siding with a gray shingle roof topped by two red brick chimneys. Windows with white trims and shutters flank a central black door, giving the house a traditional colonial charm. The building on the left presents classic New England shingle siding with multiple windows and a small dormer adding architectural interest. The bare deciduous trees and partly cloudy sky contribute to a serene, timeless New England atmosphere, reflective of historic rural American homes.
Waterfront Property Aerial View
A spacious waterfront property overlooking a serene body of water dotted with small islands and marshland. The main house is a historic American home with white siding, symmetrical windows, and a central chimney, complemented by adjacent outbuildings with traditional shingle exteriors and pitched roofs. The yard is expansive with several young trees planted neatly in mulched circles across the lawn. Mature, leafless trees frame the property, giving a scenic but subdued seasonal aesthetic. A quiet road separates the property from neighboring homes, which echo similar historic architectural styles, enhancing the cohesive and tranquil neighborhood atmosphere.
Historic Exterior Front View
A charming historic American home featuring a combination of white wooden shingles and classic red brick. The design includes black shutters that accentuate the windows on both the white and brick sections of the house. Two prominent brick chimneys rise from the pitched roof, which is covered with weathered shingles. The front door is framed by a small portico supported by white columns, leading to a paved brick walkway bordered by neatly maintained bushes and ornamental grasses. A decorative lattice panel with an oval window inset decorates the brick wall, adding a unique architectural detail. Mature leafless trees and a black wooden fence frame the surrounding yard, enhancing the home’s timeless appeal against a partly cloudy sky backdrop.
Garage Exterior
The detached garage features a traditional New England shingle exterior with weathered gray wood siding. Two prominent black arched garage doors with upper window panes provide visual contrast and architectural interest. Above the garage doors, a double window with white trim invites natural light into the upper level. The symmetrical façade is enhanced by classic black wall-mounted lanterns flanking each door. The driveway is paved and bordered with stone, leading to a fenced yard. To the right, a wood fence encloses a gravel area with stacked orange kayaks, adding a recreational element to the setting. Mature leafless trees in the background highlight a late fall or early spring ambiance.
Spacious Backyard
A broad and open backyard space characterized by a lawn with patches of slightly brown grass, likely transitioning between seasons. Mature trees with bare branches border the lawn, creating a natural boundary along a wooden fence that encloses the yard. Two white Adirondack chairs are positioned under one of the large trees, suggesting a peaceful spot to relax. Along the right edge, a black wooden fence runs parallel to a mulched flower bed filled with golden ornamental grasses, adding texture and contrast. The sky is partly cloudy with soft sunlight filtering through, giving a calm and inviting ambiance.
Backyard Patio Seating
The backyard area includes a neatly arranged patio space with outdoor wooden furniture, including a large sectional sofa with white cushions and a dining table accompanied by several wicker chairs. The patio is paved with bricks and surrounded by green grass and bordered by a low stone edge. The house’s exterior walls combine white wood siding with red brick, featuring multiple windows with black shutters adorned with star cutout decorations. A grill covered with a black protective cover is positioned near the seating area. The patio is enclosed by a white picket fence, complemented by a tall patio heater covered in beige fabric. Overhead, a spacious rooftop deck with white railing offers an elevated outdoor space. The setting conveys a blend of rustic charm and comfortable outdoor living.
Entryway Bench & Door
Polished wooden plank flooring leads into a welcoming entryway marked by a classic black front door with raised panel details, partially open to let in natural light through its inset window and matching sidelights. A soft, muted color palette of warm cream walls contrasts with the door’s deep black. A light blue wooden bench against the right wall offers seating, adorned with cozy throw pillows in pale and deep blues, adding comfort and charm. A framed landscape painting hangs above the bench. Natural light pours in through multiple windowpanes, creating a bright, inviting ambiance blending rustic and traditional elements.
Cozy Fireplace Corner
White-painted brick fireplace with a rustic mantel is the focal point, flanked by twin wall sconces casting warm light. Inside the fireplace, a unique arrangement of driftwood and smooth river stones adds a natural, artistic touch. The room features white paneled walls contrasted by a vertical exposed wooden beam with rich texture. Warm honey-toned hardwood floors provide a cozy foundation. A calming, powder-blue carpet complements the nearby bench seat painted in soft blue with a trio of throw pillows in muted shades of gray and blue. Large multi-paneled window invites natural light, enhancing the airy, serene feel of the space. Subtle nautical decor, including a wooden whale-shaped wall hanging above the mantel, reinforces a coastal theme.
Kitchen Island and Seating
Central to the room is a large kitchen island with a granite countertop, illuminated softly from inside frosted glass paneling. Surrounding the island are wooden chairs with woven backs, inviting seating for casual dining or conversation. White cabinetry with classic hardware lines the walls, complemented by sleek modern appliances in stainless steel. Understated subway tile backsplash adds subtle texture behind the stove. Warm wooden plank flooring contrasts gently with light neutral walls and white trim. Ample natural light streams through multiple pane windows and glass French doors, blending traditional elements with contemporary comfort. A clear glass globe pendant light hangs above the island, adding a modern touch.
Kitchen Island and Dining Area
A spacious kitchen with a large granite countertop island featuring an inset sink and brushed nickel faucet anchors the space. White cabinetry with shaker-style doors complements the wooden plank flooring, adding warmth and character. Above the island, three sizable glass globe pendant lights provide ambient lighting with an industrial touch. The kitchen sink is positioned under a broad double window, offering natural light and garden views. Adjacent to the kitchen, a dining area with rattan and wood chairs surrounds a rectangular wooden table. Light gray walls and large sliding glass doors enhance brightness and open the room to the outdoors, blending modern and rustic elements.
Dining Area and Patio View
Light wood flooring leads to a cluster of woven rattan dining chairs paired with a dark wooden dining table, suggesting a cozy dining space. Crisp white cabinetry with brushed metal handles lines the left wall under a granite countertop, adding a subtle contrast. A decorative bull skull mounted on the taupe wall introduces a rustic, eclectic touch. Large windows and a sliding glass door offer a bright transition to the outdoor patio, where a wooden dining set rests on a brick floor, framed by a white privacy fence and neighboring homes in the background.
Kitchen Island and Dining Area
A spacious kitchen with a polished rustic aesthetic combines white cabinetry and warm wooden floors. A large island with granite countertops serves as the focal point, equipped with an inset shelf and a deep sink with a modern faucet. Four white rattan bar stools line the island, complemented by three reflective pendant lights hanging above. The backsplash is textured with a subtle white tile pattern, while the cooking range is integrated under a white wooden hood. Adjacent to the kitchen is a wooden dining table with white wicker chairs and a simple floral centerpiece, bridging cooking and social spaces seamlessly.
Living Room Fireplace Area
Two cream-colored sofas face each other across a wooden coffee table with a lower shelf, displaying books and a floral centerpiece. The focal point is a large brick fireplace with exposed red bricks and a white mantel, topped by a flat-screen television. Flanking the fireplace are two wall-mounted lantern-style lights emitting a warm glow. The walls are painted in soft neutral tones with a light grey accent wall visible on the left. A patterned beige area rug covers the wood floor, adding texture and warmth. Natural light floods the space through multiple large windows, brightening the cozy, inviting sitting area.
Living Room Seating Area
A cozy living room with a soft neutral-toned sofa accented by plush white and pale blue pillows sits opposite four dark navy mid-century modern chairs arranged around a round glass coffee table. The floor is warm, polished wood partially covered by a large light blue area rug, which complements the muted blue painted accent wall. A white fireplace mantel serves as a focal point beneath a mounted flat-screen TV, flanked by symmetrical black iron star-shaped sconces. The adjacent kitchen area visible through a doorway features white cabinetry and a textured cream-colored backsplash, enhancing the room’s airy and inviting feel.
Bedroom with Exposed Brick
A spacious bedroom painted in soft light blue and white tones that create a serene atmosphere. The bed is covered in white quilted bedding with multiple pillows, positioned against a dark wooden headboard. A distinctive exposed red brick chimney pillar stands prominently near the bed, featuring a rectangular mirror mounted on it, blending historic charm with contemporary design. Large windows with white trim allow ample natural light to fill the room. The flooring is carpeted in a neutral shade, while a small furry bench rests near one window. The adjacent entryway leads to other rooms in warm beige tones.
Cozy Attic Bedroom
Sloped ceilings painted in soft blue frame a well-lit attic bedroom. Wide-plank honey-toned wooden floors add warmth, complemented by a white area rug with minimalist diamond patterns near the bed. A white-painted fireplace serves as a focal point, decorated with framed artwork and a small guitar, giving a personal touch. Two windows allow natural light to brighten the space. A built-in window bench with multiple cushions provides a cozy reading nook. The bed, dressed in crisp white linens with blue-patterned pillows, blends simplicity with comfort. Subtle nautical decor hints at the home’s coastal inspiration.
Kitchen Countertop and Cabinets
Kitchen cabinetry in a muted blue-gray tone with sleek brass handles creates a modern yet cozy feel. White marble countertops with subtle grey veins complement the cabinetry, providing a clean and elegant workspace. A large apron-front farmhouse sink stands out beneath a brass gooseneck faucet, contributing both functionality and style. The area boasts a bright ambiance thanks to the natural light flooding through the glass window in the background. A circular rug with a geometric striped pattern adds warmth to the wooden floor. Decorative, minimalistic vases and a small painted cutting board enhance the understated decor. A sliding barn door painted in a charcoal shade offers access to an adjacent space.
Living Room Seating Area
The room is furnished with a large, deep navy sectional sofa adorned with a mix of off-white and textured pillows featuring pom-pom details. Natural light streams through three evenly spaced multi-pane windows framed in crisp white trim, enhancing the bright and airy atmosphere. Walls are painted a soft gray with one accent wall of horizontal shiplap painted white. Rustic-industrial lighting fixtures are mounted between the windows. A pair of simple, wood-and-metal nesting coffee tables anchor the seating area, complemented by a light, neutral woven rug. A mounted flat-screen TV sits above a distressed metal and wood console, which holds decorative accents and books, adding an understated yet cozy ambiance.
Dining Area and Reading Nook
This bright and cozy dining area is set beneath a vaulted ceiling with soft gray walls. A round black dining table is surrounded by six mid-century modern chairs with wooden legs and dark upholstery. Large windows flood the space with natural light and offer views of the outdoors. Adjacent to the dining area is a built-in bookshelf, housing an assortment of books and decorative pieces. The flooring is light hardwood, adding warmth and contrast to the muted walls. A contemporary spherical pendant light hangs above the table, complementing the room’s clean and modern aesthetic. Nearby, a contemporary navy armchair with a brass swivel base and a cream accent pillow anchors the corner, blending comfort with style.
Bathroom and Shower Area
This bathroom corner features a clean, minimalist design dominated by white and soft neutral tones. A white toilet rests against a simple, smooth wall with a small colorful artwork leaning on the ledge above it, adding a touch of personality. The walk-in shower is enclosed by frameless clear glass panels, with one side having a half-wall topped by a towel rack holding two white towels. The shower interior is lined with horizontal white tiles and contains a dark, matte showerhead. Natural light filters through a large multi-pane window, brightening the space and creating an airy, fresh atmosphere. The floor is finished with dark tiles, providing contrast to the otherwise light color scheme.
Bathroom Vanity and Shower
Soft neutral walls frame a bathroom with a black vanity topped by a white and gray marble countertop, accented with modern gold fixtures. Above it, a rectangular mirror with a thin, rounded golden frame is illuminated by twin globe lights. To the left, a glass shower enclosure with black hardware reveals white subway tile walls and a matte black showerhead. A simple wooden stool holds a folded white towel beside a large window with white trim, allowing natural light to fill the space. The floor is dark gray tile, creating a clean, contemporary, yet classic atmosphere.
Listing Agent: Susie Caliendo of Waterfront Realty Group via Zillow
