A HISTORIC BARN HOME WITH A STORY TO TELL
For Sale:
An Estate With A Soul
A rare opportunity to own a historic estate, only offered to those who find it first.
The seller is looking for someone who will cherish it’s past and imagine it’s future.
If you’ve been dreaming of a unique home filled with possibility, this is your moment.
Seller is thoughtfully inviting early offers from buyers and agents before publicly listing.
Text Stephen at (860) 214-9077 to schedule an exclusive viewing.
32 Gilbert Hill Rd, Chester, CT
✦ 3,788 Sq Ft
✦ 5.31 Acre Lot with a perfect balance of wooded privacy & open space
✦ 3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms
✦ Main Bedroom includes Cashmere lined walls + a 40 ft European style Bathroom & Closet ensuite
✦ Open Concept Kitchen with large walk-in pantry
✦ Library with built-in shelves wall-to-wall
✦ Versatile Loft nestled between the exposed beams of the original barn
✦ Oversized Basement that was once used as a local bakery
✦ Outdoor “Rock Room” showcasing the natural quarry beneath the home – ideal for a wine cellar, and/or gardening area
✦ Central Air
✦ 2 Car Garage with heat, electric, and attic space
✦ Recent Improvements include a new roof, exterior paint job, deck, paved driveway, whole-house standby generator
✦ Separate Foundation in the backyard fully equipped with electric, water, and propane - ideal for a greenhouse, workshop, studio, or other creative use.
✦ Property includes land strip for a 2nd driveway with potential for expansion or subdivision
Will You Be the Next Chapter in The Barn Home Story?
In 1740, before the United States existed, the original barn was built in Colchester, CT. It stood for generations, witnessing the passage of time as farmland stretched endlessly around it. In the 1980’s, an ambitious artist discovered it and saw it’s hidden potential. Where others saw an aging structure, she saw something far greater: a home, a studio, a place where history and creativity could coexist.
Just days before the barn was slated for demolition to make way for a large development, she rescued it by carefully relocating the barn to a rocky hillside that was once a working quarry in the charming town of Chester, CT. She dedicated herself to transforming it into a breathtaking residence, preserving its exposed beams and rustic charm while infusing it with modern functionality and elegant European-inspired design.
Since then, the home has been continuously loved and improved into a seamless blend of past and present. It sits on over 5 acres of beautiful, secluded land surrounded by lush gardens and stone walls - perfectly located in walking distance to Chester’s downtown area where quaint coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, and a bustling farmers market await. Whether you dream of a private sanctuary, a retreat space, or a short term rental opportunity - this home offers endless possibilities with upside potential.
Some homes are just places to live. This one is an experience - one that carries nearly three centuries of history, waiting for its next storyteller.
Will that be you?
Text Stephen at (860) 214-9077
to schedule an exclusive viewing
Comparable Properties in Chester, CT:
The seller has chosen not to set a specific listing price for this unique property yet, opting instead to invite offers based on the value perceived by potential buyers. Below are recent comparable properties in the area for your reference:
43 Liberty Street, Chester, CT 06412 – $1,200,000 – Closed
96 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT 06412 – $1,300,000 – Closed
16 Waterhouse Lane, Chester, CT 06412 – $1,250,000 – Under Contract
7 Old Depot Road, Chester, CT 06412 – $1,299,999 – Active