Farms: Red Fox Farm in Princeton MA

Step back in time at Red Fox Farm in Princeton MA! This beautifully restored homestead reflects love of the past, farming and the land. Located on 20 acres, the home is surrounded by colorful gardens, stone walls, fruit trees, pasture and woods. Two sides of the property abut conservation land. The home makes all who enter feel welcome. A large brick floored gathering room with French doors and wood timber ceiling creates a space for entertaining. Enter from there into the country kitchen that beckons with a wood stove for cooking and heating. All the cabinetry is handmade along with shiny patina wood countertops repurposed from the barn. Off the kitchen is a buttery/pantry with wooden counters and extra space for storage. Enter from the kitchen into the dining room with built-in china hutch and gleaming wood mahogany paneling. This spacious room accommodates family gatherings at holiday time. From this room is the living room located in the oldest part of the home built in 1780. The wood paneling and floors continue into this room with a stone fireplace that is a focal point. Snuggle by the fire for warmth and ambiance along with energy-efficiency for heat. The first floor includes a master bedroom with exposed brick along with cabinets on either side made from wood found in the attic. A wood stove in this bedroom creates added warmth for wintry nights. Another bedroom is found on the first floor along with a large bathroom. The bathroom contains a claw foot tub and sink installed in an antique bureau. Throughout the home are handcrafted interior window shutters and Renewal by Andersen windows for heat efficiency. The windows honor the age of the home, but have the quality for modern comfort. The second floor contains two other bedrooms in the original part of the home. In addition to the main part of the home there is a separate 2-bedroom apartment in what was once a stable with hayloft above. The apartment features its own entrance, large master bedroom, living room with French doors and wood stove overlooking a park-like setting with its own deck. The unit contains a jetted bath tub and warm country kitchen with plenty of cabinets. This can be used as an in-law or for extra income. Outdoors is a work shop converted a couple of years ago to a shop for selling handcrafted local items and antiques. This property is zoned for business. The former ice house is utilized for storing wood. There is also enough frontage for creating an extra lot. The 50 x 70 barn is an ideal place for animals. Currently there are 10 resident sheep that live on the farm who can convey with the property. There have been several owners of the home since it was built in 1780 by Warren Hubbard. It has been a dairy farm and at one time housed the largest antique car collection in the country. The current owner has resided here since his parents purchased the farm in 1959. This magical place to call your own is waiting for you. Experience the wonder of Red Fox Farm!