Stunning Historic Property in Rural Stockton is steeped with incredible records of days gone by combined with a fascinating history and remarkable stories.
Sitting on a picturesque and peaceful lot, this incredible property offers a number of well-maintained, distinct buildings that showcase real charm and charisma.
The living spaces retain historic features and fittings that honor their heritage, including beam ceilings, fireplaces, wall paneling, and hung windows, while also incorporating modern conveniences to create idyllic homes. The property has a well-documented rental history and would make a fantastic investment or could be converted back to a proper farm.
The History:
Dating back to the Revolutionary War, Captain Daniel Bray acquired the land, which was then passed onto his son Anderson Bray, eventually coming to the hands of naval engineer Charles Lenfast, who, in WWII is said to have used the Foundry Building to make submarine hatches. The above apartment was used as a lookout for spies, and is thus now called the Lookout Apartment.
The Buildings:
The Foundry Building (built 1941) houses the one-bedroom Lookout Apartment which is currently rented for $2,000/month, a two-bedroom in-law suite for $2,400/month and a large workshop space.
The Carriage House offers sits on a 30-acre plot of land and provides a wonderful 1,800 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom and laundry on the second floor. There are wonderful views from every window, and the main bedroom has a sitting room/office.
The Old Main House (built 1746) offers 2 bedrooms and is currently rented for $4,000/month.
The New Farm House provides 3 bedrooms, with a bottle bottom glass window in the keeping room acquiring from the 1920 World Fair.
The New Barn offers 4 stalls for keeping horses.
Barracks Building and Original Barn are currently out of use, with the former being an old hunting Lodge.
Overall, this property offers an amazing opportunity, with its history, buildings, potential, and 32-acres of available land (5 are currently parcelled as agricultural).
It is part of the D&R Stewardship Program, a conservation easement and eligible for NRCS grants
