Monday, July 13, 2009

A pretty house in an historic neighborhood!

Here it is, 36 Cherry Street! Located in Milton's historic district, which is composed of Main, Cherry and School Streets, this house is one of a batch all built around 1908. It may have lived a century, but 36 is in great shape! It is clad in cedar-stained pine, and has an abundance of windows. Its plumbing and electrical are recent, and it has been insulated. There is a new (4 yrs) metal roof on both the house and the garage, which keeps the snow from building up. It is toasty with forced air in the winter, and there is a great breeze in the summer, due to all the windows and screen doors.

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The yard is quite large, and feels secluded at the back, because it abuts the Milton Village Cemetery. There is a wide expanse of grass (great for running around) as well as a mature pine, and two gardens overflowing with raspberries, rhubarb, mint and chives. The house has some unique details, including a tin ceiling in the dining room, and a bath with subway tile. The floors are narrow pine throughout, and they shine in the morning light!

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The garage is two stories, and the upper story, while still unfinished, has potential for use as an art studio, wood shop, or just a private getaway! This house has it all--history and convenience! It is comfortable and cheerful, and close (25 minutes) to Burlington, and about the same distance to St Albans. For a taste of a real city, head up to Montréal, about 90 minutes north!

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