166 Norwell, Norwell, MA 02061
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166 Norwell, Norwell, MA 02061
166 Norwell, Norwell, MA 02061
166 Norwell, Norwell, MA 02061
166 Norwell, Norwell, MA 02061
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166 Norwell Norwell, MA 02061

7 Beds

3 Baths

6,550 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 6,550 sqft

Price per Sqft $274

MLS Listing ID 73578685

Style Antique

Bedrooms 7

Full Baths 3

HOA Y/N false

Year Built 1820

Annual Tax Amount $19,464

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 2.500 Acres

Acres 2.5

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Welcome to "The Norwell House", a gracious and distinctive New England estate set on 2.5 lush acres in the heart of Norwell. Rich in character, architectural detail and history, this is the kind of property that is increasingly difficult to come by, a home with a sense of permanence, built for generations and ready for its next chapter.From the moment you enter the grand foyer, the house makes an impression. A dramatic three-story staircase, floor-to-ceiling windows, beautiful period details and a sweeping veranda recall the elegance of an earlier era, while generous rooms and flexible living spaces make the home wonderfully suited to modern family life. At the heart of the house is a newly expanded kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining, complemented by a secondary prep kitchen. The spaces flow naturally to gracious interior rooms and outdoor gathering areas, creating a home equally comfortable hosting holidays and celebrations or simply bringing family and friends together.With seven bedrooms and eighteen rooms in total, this home offers remarkable flexibility. A five-room suite with its own entrance occupied the rear wing and can easily be recreated, providing possibilities for extended family (generational living), guests, an au pair, home offices or a potential ADU. The barn, at approximately 6,500 square feet is an extraordinary structure in its own right. It offers exceptional possibilities for the backyard gardener, an automobile collector, or for someone who needs a workshop/studio space. The expansive second floor provides an additional recreational and gathering space. Together with the surrounding acreage, it gives "The Norwell House" the character and versatility of a true gentleman's farm.The current owners have undertaken substantial improvements during their stewardship of the property, including a new roof, heating upgrades, updated insulation and an expanded kitchen. For the antique lover, equestrian, collector, growing family or simply someone who appreciates homes that cannot be replicated today, The Norwell House offers something genuinely special: history, grace, space and possibility, all on Boston's South Shore.

Location

State MA

County Plymouth

Zoning Res A

Direction In Norwell- Take Main St. to Norwell Avenue or you can take Rt. 53 to Grove Street to Norwell Ave.

Rooms

Family Room Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Pendant, Closet - Double

Basement Interior Entry, Unfinished

Primary Bedroom Level Second

Dining Room Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail

Kitchen Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Window Seat

Interior

Interior Features Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window Seat, Bedroom, Home Office, Study, Bonus Room

Heating Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 6

Fireplaces Type Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Appliance Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Laundry Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor

Exterior

Exterior Feature Porch, Patio, Barn/Stable, Garden, Horses Permitted, Stone Wall

Garage Spaces 10.0

Community Features Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Utilities Available for Gas Range

View Y/N Yes

View Scenic View(s)

Roof Type Shingle

Total Parking Spaces 26

Garage Yes

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot, Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Level

Foundation Granite

Sewer Private Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Antique

Schools

Elementary Schools Vinal

Middle Schools Nms

High Schools Nhs

Others

Senior Community false

Acceptable Financing Contract

Listing Terms Contract

Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham
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