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170 Old Post Road

Old Saybrook, CT 06475
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Bed 3

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Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,128

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Acres1

Acre(Lot)

Step back in time and discover the beauty of this extraordinary antique home, set on an acre of landscaped grounds, with an enchanting guest cottage. The Bushnell-Dickinson House is a Georgian colonial that retains its original features inside and out. including original wide-board pine flooring, paneled walls, four fireplaces, two staircases, dentil moldings, authentic hardware and classic 12-over-12 windows. It has been lovingly maintained for decades by a master craftsman and a devoted gardener, with a deep respect for historic properties. Granite steps lead to the entries and there is a brick patio overlooking the grounds. There is an adorable guest cottage which offers wonderful flexibility for visitors, or as an in-law suite or private studio. The beautiful barn/carriage house holds two cars plus a unique blacksmith workshop. The picturesque grounds feature several gardens for seasonal color, mature shade trees, and a fenced vegetable garden area with a charming hand-built garden shed with running water. With its strong history and distinctive architecture, the home is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Rarely does a home of this significance become available - offering the perfect balance of history, craftsmanship, natural beauty, and timeless New England charm in a coastal community. The location is also ideal, close to Main St attractions, shopping, restaurants, beaches, and the train station It is almost equal distance to Boston and New York.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,200,000

AD Id : 88393075

MLS Id : 24192820

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 1 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,128

Year Built : 1790

Garage : 2

County : Middlesex

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 7 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full, Sump Pump, Storage Space, Unfinished, Concrete
  • Roofing Information

    Wood
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Wood Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Window Unit(s)

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1790 Building Area Total: 2128 Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame, Clapboard Patio And Porch Features: Patio Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Garden

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Acres: 1 Lot Description: Level, Wooded

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $1200000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 1026340 Annual Tax: $10125

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 5 Paved, Driveway

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Kathleen E. Goodwin
    Junior High School:
    Senior High School: Old Saybrook
  • Location Information

    Direction: GPS friendly. WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/26/2026 @ 08:49

MLS: 24192820 LISTED BY: Rose McWaid, William Raveis Real Estate SOURCE: SmartMLS

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