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189 John Wise Ave

Essex, MA ID #73391042

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189 John Wise Ave

- Essex, MA ID #73391042

Property Description

The Benaiah Titcomb House is a distinguished 1690 antique home overlooking the scenic marshlands of Essex. With 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 half baths on 2.35 picturesque acres, this National Historic Place is believed to feature the oldest surviving First Period Colonial staircase in the U.S. The first floor includes two walk-in hearths in the period living and dining rooms, a spacious foyer, and a central library/office. A sunny breezeway leads to a cathedral ceiling addition with a large eat-in kitchen, a family room with exterior access and a walk-out basement. An elevated deck and stone patio offer sweeping views over the marsh toward the Crane Estate. The second floor has three bedrooms & three 3/4 bathrooms. The primary's ensuite bath is being remodeled. Third floor provides two more skylight bedrooms under eaves with built-in storage. A large drive-through barn/garage with loft and two outbuildings complete this rare property, located near downtown Essex, Ipswich, and Crane’s Beach.

Additional Details

  • Status: NEW
  • Type: Single Family, Single Family Residence
  • Zip Code: 01929
  • Taxes: 20,047
  • Acres: 2.35

Parking

  • Garage: 3
  • Garage Capacity: 3
  • Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off Street, Unpaved
  • Parking Spaces: 3

Rooms/Dimensions

  • Total Rooms: 9

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