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Jan
23
LandVest Grabs Top Spots for Highest Sales in Greater Boston Area
By LandVest
 

Once again, LandVest properties grab two of the top spots for the highest sales in Greater Boston area this year! According to Boston.com, two LandVest listings were in the top ten ranking for luxury properties this year:

Top 5 Spot: 130 Warren Road in Brookline

Top 7 Spot: 7 Smith’s Point Road in Manchester By-the-Sea

Ranking at the fifth spot on the list, 130 Warren Street in Brookline sold for $9,000,000 last year. Located in the Country Club area of Brookline on 3.7 acres, this magnificent estate is an English cottage-style, three story residence. 130 Warren Street was sold by the LandVest Boston team of Terrence Maitland and Nicole Monahan.

Click here for more Brookline area listings or please contact Terrence Maitland (tmaitland@landvest.com) or Nicole Monahan (nmonahan@landvest.com).

7 Smith’s Point Road in Manchester was sold for $8,400,000 making it the seventh highest sale in 2012 for the Greater Boston area. This extraordinary estate offers the utmost in waterfront living situated on over 6 oceanfront acres on the exclusive peninsula, Smith’s Point. 7 Smith’s Point Road was sold by LandVest’s own Lanse Robb of the Boston office.

Click here for more Manchester waterfront listings or please contact Lanse Robb (lrobb@landvest.com).

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Jan
10
Essex County, Boston’s North Shore, Named One of the Hottest Real Estate Markets for 2013!
By LandVest
 

Per the Boston Globe, Essex County is named one of the healthiest real estate markets in the United States. Lanse Robb, LandVest’s North Shore Director of residential sales, was again, ranked the #1 broker in Essex County for high-end real estate sales for 2012.

The North Shore of Boston has long been sought after as a place to call home. The excellent school systems, proximity to New England’s best beaches and ease of commute into Boston are just a few reasons for the historic interest. “Buyers are continuing to move into high quality, well located, real estate as part of their overall investment and educational needs strategy, ” Lanse Robb states. The high-end/luxury market is also seeing a healthy revival. We are currently seeing limited availability of high-end, waterfront property, meaning that those who see properties they like need to act quickly; it is also an opportune time for sellers to market their properties.

Seastream, a newly listed LandVest listing, is a wonderful opportunity to own a waterfront property on the private Cole’s Island in Gloucester. Click here for additional LandVest properties on the North Shore. If you are interested in buying or selling a property on the North Shore, please visit Lanse’s web site or contact him directly at lrobb@landvest.com.

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Dec
3
A Beautiful Conserved Equestrian Estate On The North Shore
As Seen From the Owner’s Perspective
By LandVest
 

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live here? You are invited to experience what it is like to live at Cabot Farm, the largest protected horse property for sale in Wenham, as seen through the eyes of the owner, Jamie Cabot.

Owner enjoying his 92± acre property

“I consider it one of my great privileges to be able to preserve it as a living natural community, and to pass it on to others to find joy and solace here as I have”.

Hamilton-Wenham was listed as one of the “Best Places to Live” by Boston magazine in 2010. Jamie couldn’t agree more. Click here for our interview with Jamie as he shares its history and tells us why he loves this “rural paradise”.

For more information about Cabot Farm, contact Lanse Robb (lrobb@landvest.com) at LandVest in Boston, MA.

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Nov
30
Significant Price Reduction On This Magnificent Weston, MA Estate
By LandVest
 

Newly Priced at $14,500,000

5 Willow Road, Weston, Massachusetts, or the Cabot Estate, was owned by Thomas and Virginia Cabot from the late 1920′s until 1997 and was purchased by the current owners in 1998. They constructed a magnificent California Lodge style residence on the 13.43± acre property completing it in 2004. Architect Jeremiah Eck, one of the Northeast’s most distinguished architects, designed and constructed this spectacular residence. Eck retained the front facade of the original Cabot house, with everything else demolished including the original foundation. The residence is accessed via a private entry with stone pillars and iron gates. There is flexibility for the property to be further developed.

Click for more information on The Cabot Estate or contact Terry Maitland (tmaitland@landvest.com) or Nicole Monahan (nmonahan@landvest.com).

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Nov
23
Why Investing in North Shore Waterfront Property is a Good Move
By LandVest
 

Wimbeldon is a private 8,000 square foot residence set on Manchester Harbor with a two unit, waterfront, carriage house that currently generates $48,000 annually of rental income. This unique property commands sweeping lawns, gardens, and mature trees all set on over 3.3± acres. The property also comes with a tidal dock very close to the outer harbor.

Wimbledon is minutes away from the town dock, beach and commuter rail to Boston. Manchester boasts a new $49,000,000 regional middle and high school. The average residential single family sale price is $1,175,000 in the last 5 years. The average asking price for current properties on the market is $1,658,042.

This is an opportunity to own one of the few available waterfront estates in Manchester by the Sea.

Click here for other properties on the North Shore.

For more information on North Shore’s real estate market, contact Lanse Robb (lrobb@landvest.com)

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Oct
4
LandVest is Pleased to Present a New England Listing on the North Shore
By LandVest
 

Another North Shore waterfront gem hits the market. LandVest is pleased to present one of only two waterfront properties available on Gloucester’s exclusive community of Eastern Point.

The Boulders

Click here to see more property details

8 Aileen Terrace, Gloucester, MA

1.28± acres

$3,495,000

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Jul
9
Pleasant Bay – A Natural Wonderland in Orleans, MA
By LandVest
 

Pleasant Bay is one of the most biologically diverse and productive marine habitats on the east coast of the United States. It is also a world-class destination for wind surfing, sailing, power boating, fishing, and just simply enjoying miles of sandy beaches, islands, estuaries, and marshes. It is the largest bay contiguous to the Cape Cod National Seashore, covers more than 7,000 acres at high tide, and is bordered by the towns of Brewster, Chatham, Harwich, and Orleans. Probably the most famous of the many beaches is Nauset in Orleans, which serves as a barrier between the Atlantic and Pleasant Bay and is a popular destination for surfers and surf fishing.

The Friends of Pleasant Bay is a public membership organization that serves to “preserve and enhance the natural, visual, and historic resources of Pleasant Bay”. Membership funds support education and research on wildlife and coastal processes and recreational activities such as Pleasant Bay Community Boating, the Pleasant Bay Youth Regatta, Cape Atlantic Challenge, the Namequoit Sailing Association, and Coast Sweep. Their website is a good resource for information about activities on and around Pleasant Bay.

LandVest frequently lists special properties in the towns around Pleasant Bay with current listings in Chatham, Harwich Port, and Orleans.

View of Pleasant Bay from deck of Viking Point,
a waterfront estate property on 7± acres in Orleans, MA

Viking Point in Orleans is one of the most extraordinary properties on Pleasant Bay. Located at the end of a private road, the elevated site of seven acres on two separate lots offers magnificent panoramic views from the Namequoit River to Little Pleasant Bay and beyond. The main house and two guesthouses provide room for an extended family in seven bedrooms, six full and one half baths, as well as three fireplaces. There are 985 feet of frontage on Little Pleasant Bay, including a sandy beach, pier with a float, and a boathouse. There is also a tennis court and tennis house with half-bath. With a recently reduced price of $6,400,000 and the potential for subdivision into two and perhaps three lots, this property is a great value for a unique Pleasant Bay family compound.

LandVest has a wonderful selection of listings on Cape Cod with more in the works and there are always private listings percolating in the background. Check us out at www.landvest.com or call Stewart Young at 617-357-8930 or syoung@landvest.com

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Jul
3
Price Reduction for Concord Estate in Massachusetts
By LandVest
 

Newly Priced Concord Estate
Now $1,550,000 under the current assessed value

The backyard tennis court, pool and cabana create
a perfect space for outdoor living and entertainment

Monument Street Estate

3.19± acres

1352 Monument Street, Concord, MA   01742

$2,950,000

Click here to see property details

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For more information on Concord’s real estate market, contact Mary-Elisabeth Jones (mejones@landvest.com).



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Jul
2
383 Pope Road Construction in Concord Completed!
By LandVest
 

Construction is complete! Landscaping is in!

You could be the first chapter in this beautiful home’s history.

383 Pope Road in Concord, MA is the ideal family home with all the amenities every member of your family could need. Thoughtfully laid out and executed, this Farm House style residence has the feel of a well-established home, but with all new features. The rooms are filled with an abundance of natural light, spacious ceilings and fine custom detailing.

This property is perfect for gathering friends and family.  The expansive kitchen area promotes family meal time with a convenient eat-in area and center island. The appliances are all state of the art and energy efficient. The spacious living area opens to the dining room which includes a fireplace and a wet bar.  There is access from many of the rooms to the wrap-around farmer’s porch, decks and balconies; a great place to relax and enjoy the picturesque land area that surrounds.  Outside the residence features a gorgeous Bluestone patio complete with a built-in fire pit and gas piping on the rear deck to set up a BBQ grill. The patio is a perfect spot to host a cookout. With ample space inside and out, entertaining possibilities are endless.

One of the greatest challenges for a family is having enough personal space for each member. This is not an issue in this house. Each of the large bedrooms comes with an individual, attached bathroom and plentiful closet space. The third floor loft space is fully finished and would be an excellent space for a family game room or theater. For added space, there’s the option to finish the basement area as well as space to build an additional garage.

For more information on this property please visit the property website or contact Mary-Elisabeth Jones, 617-948-8057, mejones@landvest.com.

Concord is an excellent community for families. The town is an easy commute into Boston and offers top of the line education for children. Some of the upcoming noteworthy family events in Concord include:

July 4

Picnic in the Park – Emerson Field, Stow Street – 10:00am – 4:00pm – Join us for this traditional event to celebrate Independence Day. Tethered Balloon Rides at 10:00am; Children’s decorated bicycle parade at 11:30am; Music by Jolly Roques 11:45am – 1:15am; Bluegrass Music by Southern Rail 1:30pm – 3:00pm; Concert Music by the Concord Band 3:15pm – 4:30pm. Activities for families include field games 12:30pm – 1:30pm; balloon twisting 1:00pm – 3:00pm; Fire Department 911 House; the Police Department radar toss; demonstration of hula hoops by the Boston Hula Hoop Troop; and for teens, a henna artist doing temporary tattoos. The event moves indoors in the event of rain.

July 14

Minuteman Ride – starts at Concord Courthouse – registration begins at 8:00am; ride begins at 9:00am. Please join us to help raise funds and awareness to help individuals with Multiple Sclerosis. There will be a 30 and 60 mile route through beautiful Concord.

July 14, 15, 21 and 22

Shakespeare on the Lawn: Midsummer Mechanicals: Scenes from A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare – on the front lawn of the Concord Free Public Library, 129 Main Street – 2:00 p.m. – Come see the comic shenanigans from one of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays, directed by Robert Runck. Admission is free. Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy the shenanigans!

July 21

Verrill Farm – Blueberry Pancake Breakfast & Pie Eating Contest – 11 Wheeler Road – 9:00am – 12noon – Pancakes made with fresh, local blueberries & served with Massachusetts made maple syrup, bacon/sausage, juice & milk or coffee. $7.50 for adults. $4.50 for kids under 10. 11 am: Annual Blueberry Pie eating contest. No fee. All ages welcome. Live music by The Yankee Stompers.

July 31

Verrill Farm – From Field to Fork – A Summer Crop Dinner– 11 Wheeler Road – 6:00pm – 8:00pm -Verrill Farm chefs will prepare a dinner inspired by just-picked crops. Served outside under the tents. Acoustic Guitar by Enrique. $30.00 per person. Reservations required.

August 18

Verrill Farm – Corn and Tomato Festival– 11 Wheeler Road – 11:00am – 3:00pm – Verrill Farm’s annual Festival featuring its two most popular crops – corn & tomatoes! Taste over 30 varieties of our own tomatoes & up to 8 of corn. There will also be samples of dishes made in the farm stand kitchen. Additional food & beverages available a la carte. Pony rides by Giddy Up Ponies & Hayrides. Live music by Monadnock Blue Grass.

Click here to see a complete list of community events.

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Jun
27
North Shore Real Estate Price Reduction – 505 Summer Street, Manchester, MA 01944
By LandVest
 

Newly Priced: Luxury Oceanfront Estate and Guesthouse
in Seaside Village of Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

Summer Street Oceanfront Estate

1.79± acres
505 Summer Street
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
$6,400,000


Located on Boston’s North Shore, this Manchester by-the-Sea picturesque estate is situated on the quiet inlet of Kettle Cove. With spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean, and direct access to Black Beach (a private, sandy beach), the property which was recently mentioned in North Shore Magazine includes a renovated main residence with a gourmet kitchen, ocean-facing dining room, and a first floor master bedroom suite with his and hers closets. The additional two-story carriage house completed in 2006 features two bedrooms, a magnificent great room with exposed beams and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, catering kitchen, and decks overlooking Lily Pond. There is a boathouse sited at the water’s edge. This new price reduction presents a rare value offer for waterfront within an easy commute of Boston.

For more information on this property,  click here or contact Lanse Robb (lrobb@landvest.com) at LandVest in Boston, MA

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