157 Centre StDover, MA 02030

Description

Welcome to The Nightingale Country Estate, a distinctive private retreat where elegant living and natural beauty come together. Encompassing 15.31 acres, the property includes 5.84 acres of manicured lawns, colorful gardens, and two spring-fed ponds ideal for summer swimming and winter skating, all introduced by gated entrances and handsome stone walls. An additional 9.47 acres of sunlit meadows, open fields, and peaceful woodlands enhance the estate’s exceptional privacy, while the property borders extensive conservation land and scenic trails. The expansive, picturesque acreage also presents exciting possibilities for outdoor recreation and equestrian pursuits, with ample space to accommodate a pool, tennis or pickleball court, or barn and paddock, subject to applicable approvals. At the heart of the property is the five-bedroom main residence, accompanied by a carriage house featuring a heated four-car garage and a self-contained one-bedroom suite with kitchen—perfect for guests, extended family, or staff. An additional two-car garage provides further space for vehicles, storage, or recreational equipment. With the guidance of a renowned architect, the main residence was thoughtfully reimagined with high-end updates while preserving its character. The gracious floor plan evokes the elegance and charm of an earlier era, offering beautiful rooms for entertaining as well as intimate reading and sitting rooms warmed by fireplaces. Gorgeous hardwood floors, intricate millwork, French doors, and five fireplaces add elegance and architectural interest throughout, while two staircases provide convenience and enhance the home’s natural flow. The modern chef’s kitchen is appointed with desirable high-end appliances. Two en suite bedrooms on the main level provide the ease of single-level living. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and a quiet sitting room. Thoughtfully designed and beautifully situated, this exceptional country estate offers picturesque grounds where privacy, natural beauty, and refined living blend seamlessly.

Property Information

Property type

Residential

Sub-type

Single Family Residence

Style

Cape / Antique / Carriage House

Year built

1890

Living area

5,323 Sq Ft

Lot size

15.30 acres

Garage spaces

6

Parking spaces

11

Zoning

R2

Days on market

5

MLS^® Listing#

73588247

Property Features

Interior

Wet Bar · Recessed Lighting · Crown Molding · Open Floorplan · Master Downstairs · Pantry · Walk-In Closet(s) · Beamed Ceilings · Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Exterior

Rain Gutters · Garden · Other · Lighting

Appliances

Electric Water Heater · Water Heater · Plumbed For Ice Maker

Cooling

Central Air · Zoned

Heating

Steam · Radiant · Oil · Propane · Fireplace(s) · Zoned

Flooring

Tile · Hardwood

Fireplace

Family Room · Living Room · Master Bedroom

Basement

Partial · Crawl Space · Interior Entry · Concrete · Unfinished

Parking

Paved · Detached · Garage Door Opener · Heated Garage · Storage · Garage Faces Side · Off Street

Laundry

Electric Dryer Hookup · Washer Hookup

Patio

Patio

Fencing

Stone

Lot features

Wooded · Cleared · Farm · Gentle Sloping · Level · Landscaped

Construction

Frame

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Roof

Shingle

Windows

Insulated Windows · Storm Window(s) · Screens

Security

Security System

Other structures

Guest House

Community

Tennis Court(s) · Park · Stable(s)

Sewer

Private Sewer

Water source

Private

Rooms

Schools

Elementary

Chickering

Middle

Dover/Sherborn

High

Dover/Sherborn

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual taxes

$23,616Tax year 2025

Assessed value

$2,095,500

Parcel number

M:0016 B:00047 L:0000,79261

Directions

From Dover Center travel Centre St. past Snows Hill Lane on left. 157 Centre Street is on right.

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