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A Culinary Tour of the Five College Area

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Browsing for your forever home involves more than just considering flooring, it’s also about immersing yourself in a new environment. Whether you are a food enthusiast or not, Western Massachusetts restaurants cater to every palate. With a wide range of eateries ranging from cozy cafes to elegant fine dining establishments, you will not be [...]

The Curb Appeal of Window Boxes

With beautiful weather upon us and the housing market hot, flowers have the power of ‘curb appeal’! Outdoor flowers are a plus in any common area, but window boxes make a statement. Eye-level window boxes bring a charm and a delight to both [...]

Own a Piece of Amherst History

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846 East Pleasant Street, listed by Chrisitne Lau, has the distinction of being one of the oldest homes in Amherst! Over the years there have been many renovations and upgrades and the property has a rich local history. 

 

The original main house was built in the 1700s by Ephraim Kellogg who operated an inn on the site until 1756. He sold the property to Elijah Baker of Northampton, whose family lived and farmed there for almost 100 years. Asa Adams, who became the next owner, continued farming there, eventually selling to Ellis "E.C." Harlow in 1908 who focused on dairy farming and breeding, with his family business “Jerseydale Farm” receiving many accolades over the course of his ownership. A 1921 article from The Jersey Bulletin and Dairy World states that Mr. Harlow “built up one of the greatest herds in Massachusetts” and won numerous awards for his cows and milk production. Over the following generations some of the land was developed but the original farmhouse remains.

New Northampton Listings!

92 Blackberry 98 Lake Northampton

Two fantastic Northampton homes, just listed! Both with Open Houses this week!

92 Blackberry Lane, listed by Kim Raczka, features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on .29 acres and is zoned for and just steps away from Jackson Street Elementary School and the bike path! This ranch has been thoughtfully updated with a new sunroom and front porch [...]

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