Historic Features and Modern Comforts in a Restored 18th-Century Farmstead
Tucked away at the end of a long gravel drive, shaded beneath a canopy of historic sugar maples, this house unfolds as one of those rare country estates that feels untouched by time.
Originally established in the 1700s as a dairy farm by Rhode Island’s distinguished Taber family, the property remained in their care for five generations and nearly two centuries.
Today, the restored estate spans twelve acres, bordered by hundreds of acres of protected conservation land. Rolling fields, mature trees that have stood for centuries, and a network of hand-built stone walls create a landscape that feels just as timeless as the house itself.
At the heart of the property is the nearly 300-year-old gentleman’s farmhouse. Every renovation has been approached with restraint, allowing original craftsmanship to shine while seamlessly introducing modern comforts.
Wide-plank wood floors, exposed hand-hewn beams, and five wood-burning fireplaces preserve the home’s historic character, while carefully considered updates make it effortlessly liveable.
The kitchen is perhaps the home’s finest expression of old meeting new. Designed alongside a local master craftsman, it pairs custom cabinetry with deVOL fixtures, La Cornue sinks, aged brass hardware, and a professional dual Wolf range.
Beautiful wooden beams and exposed brickwork showcase the home’s historic character.
From the kitchen, the home flows naturally into a sunlit breakfast room, where walls of French doors frame uninterrupted views across the gardens and outdoor dining terrace.
On one side of the kitchen, the formal living room is anchored by a substantial stone fireplace, creating an intimate gathering space filled with warmth and character.
On the other side, the dining room celebrated the home’s history with its original cooking hearth, complemented by a beautifully appointed butler’s pantry.
The guest bathroom is decorated with Sandberg’s “Solliden” wallpaper, paired with burgundy paneling and a striped sink curtain.
On the first floor, a beautiful family room sits beneath soaring vaulted ceilings, where exposed beams, a wood-burning fireplace, built-in window benches, and French doors capture sweeping views across the surrounding meadows.
Tucked into a smaller room, a charming home office has been created with paneled walls and built-in bookcases, tied together by a wooden desk.
The primary suite occupies its own private wing, offering a peaceful retreat complete with a fireplace, a generous walk-in dressing room, and an elegantly designed bathroom.
The bathroom pairs soft pink walls with brass fittings, exposed wooden beams, and a spacious walk-in shower.
Beautiful double wooden doors give access to the dressing room.
One of the bedrooms is decorated with the “Natalie” wallpaper by Sandberg.
The shared bathroom is a luxurious affair with a clawfoot bath, sage-green paneled walls, and hexagon floor tiles in white and gray hues.
The grounds are every bit as captivating as the home itself.
The original barn has been thoughtfully restored to include a workshop, studio, gym, and generous storage, while maintaining its historic charm beneath a cedar shake roof.
Higher on the hillside, a small cottage has been transformed into a private wellness retreat, complete with a wood-burning sauna tucked quietly into the landscape.
Winding walking trails weave throughout the twelve-acre property, inviting peaceful morning walks among wildflowers, ancient trees, and countless historic stone walls that define the estate’s pastoral beauty.
Despite its extraordinary sense of seclusion, Farm Nord remains remarkably accessible. The charming village of Pawling is just ten minutes away, with Metro-North service providing an easy connection to New York City in under ninety minutes.
Surrounded by working farms, rolling hills, and miles of the Appalachian Trail, the area offers endless opportunities for hiking, cycling, swimming, and embracing the rhythms of country life.
The house is listed for $3,100,000 at The Lillie K Team.