143 Seventy Acre Rd, Redding, CT 06896

Enchanting Ca 1800 antique farmhouse on most picturesque 2.83 acres in the prestigious and historic Umpawaug area of West Redding. This storied property was part of the original larger farm across the street and was moved to its current location in the 1950s. While subsequently expanded and updated, this very special home retains all of the historic character and charm including the spacious living room with original wide board floors, exposed beams, built-in corner cupboard, and fireplace (as-is). Total 2,728 square feet with 2 car garage, 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths including the gracious main level master bedroom suite with private bath, multiple closets, and French doors to the adjoining deck and hot tub, plus the 2nd main level full guest suite. The first floor also features the inviting dining room with wide board floors and sliders to the rear terrace; paneled library with built-in window seat; plus large kitchen featuring bright breakfast nook with angled bay window, gas range, and French door to the rear patio/gardens. The second floor boasts 3-4 additional bedroom options including the expansive vaulted "great room" with adjoining bath and 3 more lovely rooms. The scenic property includes a sprawling and private backyard with raised planting beds, deck, and acres of walking paths/trails in the rear wooded portion. Top location, convenient to shopping, Georgetown and Ridgefield restaurants, West Redding station and only 68 miles to Midtown from this bucolic setting. Subject to owner finding suitable housing.