$1,200,000

170 Old Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

3 beds |
3 baths |
2,128 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in ——
1acre lot
2 car garage
$564/sqft
Listed 17 days ago

Property Description

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. There is an adorable guest cottage which offers wonderful flexibility for visitors, or as an in-law suite or private studio. This building is not included in the total square footage or room count. 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.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: July 24, 2026
Data Last Updated:: August 11, 2026 at 12:53AM
Listing Office:: William Raveis Real Estate : (860) 388-3936
Listing Agent:: Rose McWaid : (860) 573-0667
MLS ID:: 24192820

Appliances: Electric RangeRefrigeratorDishwasher
Laundry: Main Level
Basement: FullUnfinishedSump PumpStorageConcrete FloorFull With Hatchway
A/C: Window Unit
Heating: BaseboardRadiatorOil
Fireplace: Fireplaces: 4

General: Garden AreaGuest HousePatio
Style: Colonial
Parking: Parking spaces: 5

Roofing: Wood Shingle

County: Middlesex

Driveway: Paved
Zoning: A1026340

Water: Public Water Connected
Sewer: Septic

This listing courtesy of Rose McWaid , William Raveis Real Estate

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