Cross Streets: Westport Rd. ** Directions: Take Hwy 38 to Westport Rd, follow to 12th Concession Rd. Turn right. Escape to the country to this beautiful, stately 1858 limestone farm house situated on 8 private and tranquil acres. This home is a fine example of a Gothic Ontario Cottage showcasing all the original charm and character with modern updates completed for todays comfort. Located on a maintained country road, thru a meandering laneway, this gorgeous stone farmhouse sits on a hill surrounded by fields, forest, apple trees and ponds. Perfect for a retreat, gardener or an escape from urban life. The south facing covered porch overlooks the gardens and countryside and is the ideal spot to relax with a morning coffee. Inside features 9 ft ceilings, original wide plank wood floors, solid wood doors, exposed beams, original wood sash windows, and ornate woodwork. The full stone basement has been upgraded with drainage system, sump pump, new windows, new gravel floor and is a great area for extra storage. Updates include; Drilled well, Pump, Pressure tank, 200amp electrical/ underground to house, Metal roof, Chimney liners, new central heating and air conditioning, and a roughed in laundry on the second level. Outside there is a shed/outbuilding for storage. This century stone home offers so much, only 5 min to Wolfe lake boat launch, golf course, campgrounds and the quaint village of Westport. Kingston 45min, Perth 20min, Ottawa 1.25 hours. If you are looking for an updated characterful historic fieldstone home in a peaceful, unique location- it doesn't get better than this! (id:27476)
