Landmark Historical Home Hits The Market In Middletown

MIDDLETOWN, CT — This landmark home, which was built in 1860, recently hit the market in Middletown.

"Originally The Bacon Homestead, this is a rare opportunity to own a farm, enjoy an equestrian lifestyle and be minutes away from the heart of the international food and culture of downtown Middletown," realtors wrote in the listing.

The home is situated on 4.6 acres and features more than 2,800-square feet of livable space, four bedrooms and one full and one half bath. The asking price is $580,000.

See below for more details and visit Realtor.com here for additional photos.

• Address: 476 Country Club Rd, Middletown, Connecticut
• Price: $580,000
• Square Feet: 2838
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 1 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 1860
• Features: Landmark historical home and farm on a captivating 4.6 acre lot in Middletown COMING SOON. Originally The Bacon Homestead, this is a rare opportunity to own a farm, enjoy an equestrian lifestyle and be minutes away from the heart of the international food and culture of downtown Middletown. This Italianate home is beautifully preserved with the addition of very thoughtful modern and quality updates. The inviting entryway embraces you with the warmth of the light from newer custom Pella windows and radiant heat flooring. Original wide plank floors lead you to the expansive living room with Rumford style fireplace, sputnik chandelier and towering built in bookshelves. Several large windows and 2 additional doors that lead to the front porch effortlessly bring the outdoors in. The formal dining room is romantic and majestic with historical details, exposed brick and a fireplace that would be perfect for a gas insert. The eat-in kitchen with newer oak flooring, soapstone counters and top of the line appliances is open to the 2010 addition that includes a family room, half bath and mudroom. The 2nd floor offers a full bath, bright and newly painted master with access to attic and to one of the bedrooms which is perfect for home office or nursery. Plus 2 additional bedrooms. This land has served the community as a working farm since 1860. It also includes a newer barn with loft space, 2 sheds, a pole barn and gorgeous park like landscaping. Interior pics and showings start 6/11

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.