178 Vaucluse Avenue, Middletown, RI 02842

$1,750,000 Asking Price

4 beds
3 baths
2,118  sqft
Built in 1910

Historical Farmhouse on Obadiah Holmes' Homestead Own a piece of American history and a sanctuary of natural beauty. The home sits on a slice of the original Holmes Farm, and is nestled on 2.6 acres of extensive, walkable land that was once an apple orchard. This historical farmhouse offers a refuge from Newport's hustle and bustle. Here, you can enjoy the quiet, scenic environment with proximity to water and wildlife, providing a perfect escape. Built in 1910 and expanded in 1991, this light filled home features a great room with a fireplace and dining area, spacious eat in kitchen, mudroom, bath and library. The second level offers four bedrooms with an expansive primary suite with high ceilings, 2 baths and plenty of closet space. Large entertainment deck offers striking sunsets. There is a spectacular oversized barn that allows for two cars on a concrete floor and features an overhead lifting frame. Additionally, there is a spacious workshop. The second story of the barn offers an office, workout room, or artists workshop. There is an additional storage room with high ceilings. A peaceful retreat with proximity to water and abundant wildlife. Embrace a lifestyle of tranquility and historical significance in this remarkable property.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Attic,Bathtub,Permanent Attic Stairs,Tub Shower,Cable TV
Appliances:
Dryer,Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven,Oil Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Washer
Basement:
Interior Entry,Partial,Unfinished
Flooring:
Hardwood
A/C:
false, None
Heating:
true, Baseboard,Oil,Zoned
Fireplace:
Zero Clearance, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1

Exterior

General:
Porch,Patio,Paved Driveway, Barn(s)
Style:
Colonial
Other Structures:
Barn(s)
Parking:
Detached,Garage, Parking spaces: 8

Construction

General:
Drywall,Plaster,Shingle Siding, 2, Concrete Perimeter,Stone

Location

Originating MLS:
RIS
County:
Newport

Lot

Zoning:
R40, 178VAUCLUSEAVMDLT
Fencing:
Electric

Utilities

Utilities:
200+ Amp Service
Water:
Private,Well
Sewer:
Septic Tank

Financial

Source:
RIS

This listing courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Realty

About Middletown, RI

Housing

Number of Units
8,049
Median Home Value
$415,660
Median Rent
$1,482

45.67% of housing units are renter occupied.

10.76% are vacant.

Commute

Car
79.59%
Public Transportation
0.62%
Walk to Work
2.92%
Work from Home
16.26%
Other
0.35%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
16,768
Median Age
44.70
Median Household Size
2.58

Education

High School
22.07%
Associate’s Degree
7.56%
Bachelor’s Degree
25.16%
Graduate Degree
23.08%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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