A Mansfield Center WOW House: The Historic Fitch House

The archetypal Fitch House, circa 1836, is a Greek Revival masterwork by noted architect Edwin Fitch.

And the 6,348 square foot home that’s been completely restored, is on the market.

There is amazing original woodwork, a 30-foot chef’s kitchen with an 11-foot by 11-foot sitting area and a butler’s pantry; three fireplaces. The home, that was formerly a B & B, has seven bedrooms, 4.5 baths, with the original servant’s wing in the rear.

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The home on Storrs Road in Mansfield Center overlooks a small orchard and formal gardens designed by Rudy Favretti. There’s also a three-car garage/barn/workshop. Up to seven additional acres are available with the remaining acreage to go to Joshua’s Trust for conservation.

The price: $695,000. The 2015 taxes: $10,446.

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