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On Saturday, August 7th, the town of Wellesley held its annual farmer’s market and artisan product fair.  Over 60 vendors showcased good such as homemade tomato sauce, natural skin care products, Italian ice, and of course, fruits and vegetables grown by local farms!

The festival was held in the middle of 36 lush acres of the Elm Bank Reservation in Wellesley. The reservation is also home to the Festival’s host, the Massachusetts Horticultural Society.

The Massachusetts Marketplace Festival is a great example of sustainability in MetroWest Boston. In addition, Wellesley is also home to one of the best botanical gardens in Massachusetts — the Wellesley College Botanical Gardens. Go green in Wellesley!

Christine Norcross & Partners are the area experts on Wellesley real estate including homes for sale in Wellesley, Newton, Weston, Natick, Brookline, Needham and more. The home buying process shouldn’t be a headache. Put your trust in the hands of  Christine Norcross & Partners — visit their Wellesley real estate website today.

The major draw for CT shoreline real estate is, obviously, living close to some of the most picturesque beaches in New England. But there’s so much more to the CT shoreline region than the seashore!

West River in Guilford CT

There are six golf courses that are less than 10 miles from the center of Madison CT. There are dozens of fishing spots such as the West River and Quonnipaug Lake in Guilford, the Neck River in Madison, and Schreeder Pond in Killingworth’s Chatfield Hollow State Park. Opportunities to hike, mountain bike, swim, or have a picnic are abundant with the area’s number of state parks.

Chatfield Hollow State Park

By visiting the CT Shoreline Real Estate website, you can browse MLS listings for Madison CT real estate as well as the homes for sale in Guilford CT, Branford CT, Old Saybrook CT, Clinton CT, North Branford CT, Westbrook CT, Essex CT, and Killingworth CT.

One of the best ways to meet the Madison CT community after buying a home in Madison CT real estate is to visit the Madison Farmer’s Market. Every Friday from 3-6pm, the town gathers on Madison Green to enjoy live music and shop from the fresh goods sold by local vendors.

Artisan breads and cheese, farm fresh fruits and veggies, seafood and shellfish, and home-baked pies are just a few goods that are available each week at the Madison Farmer’s Market.

To browse all Madison CT real estate listings, visit the CT Shoreline Real Estate website. Real estate agents Jerry and Maureen Sherman are ranked within the top 1% of realtors in the country and will be happy to help you find your dream home in Connecticut.

Next time Tom in Payroll starts bragging about his latest eBay find, you can
impress your coworkers by telling them about the lighthouse you won from a Fall River real estate auction. You can put in a bid for this unique piece of real estate by visiting the Federal property surplus auction site.

Borden Flats Lighthouse in Fall River, MA

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Borden Flats Lighthouse in Fall River, Massachusetts is built of cast iron and brick and is 50 feet tall. Better make sure the family canoe is in good condition, too, because the lighthouse is only accessible by boat. The only downside to owning this unique piece of Fall River real estate is that you can’t paint a sprawling New England Patriots logo on it because it must be maintained under Secretary of Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.

Really, who WOULDN’T want to buy the Borden Flats Lighthouse?  It’s a mystery why Federal, state, and local governments as well as countless nonprofit organizations didn’t scoop up the lighthouse when it was offered to them for free.

To browse through homes for sale that can be reached by more than just a boat, visit the Greater Fall River Real Estate website. In addition to the most recent real estate listings in Fall River, you can also find an extensive collection of home buying and home selling tips.

On January 10th, the renowned Newton Symphony Orchestra performed with gifted elementary school students at the Rashi School Auditorium. The symphony’s goal was to highlight the accomplishments of young people in grade school who show great musical talent.

When New Englanders think of Newton, MA, most describe the City to be a forward-thinking community that fosters arts and culture, and places superior value on public education. The public schools in Newton have raised the bar for many schools in Massachusetts and in the rest of New England. Newton and the surrounding towns of Metro-West Boston are also big on sustainability, exhibiting this with a modern recycling system and the upkeep of the Newton Community Farm, which is closely tied to Newton’s schools.

To browse Newton MLS listings for homes in Newton and homes in the surrounding towns of Metro-West Boston, Christine Norcross and Partners represents the most knowledgeable group of real estate agents in Newton. Visit Christine Norcross and Partners on their website, where you can contact a real estate agent for more information about living in Newton.

Considering relocating to Cambridge, MA? One of the many benefits of purchasing real estate in Cambridge is that there are plenty of parks and recreational areas within the city. Below is a small selection of places to run and play in Cambridge.

Dr. Paul Dudley White Path

Above is a picture of the Dr. Paul Dudley White Path, the 18-mile long bike path and walkway lining the Charles River. On any given day, the path is populated by runners, dog-walkers, bikers, walkers, and people-watchers.

Fresh Pond

Popular with runners and dog walkers is the 2.25 mile pathway encircling Fresh Pond, where wildlife is abundant in all seasons of the year. For the golf enthusiast there is the Fresh Pond Golf Course, which is open to the public and even offers lessons.

Danehy Park

For bocce and horseshoe courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, and sports fields, make a visit to Danehy Park. It is the largest park in Cambridge and holds frequent events geared toward families and children.

New playground at Cambridge Common

Located near Harvard University is Cambridge Common. Once an important site during the American Revolution, today it is a pleasant park and the site of the new Alexander Kemp Playground.

Charles River Canoe & Kayak

Not satisfied with just admiring the Charles River? Learn how to kayak or canoe by taking a class with Cambridge’s Charles River Canoe & Kayak. Once you learn the basics you can sign up for an exciting trip out to any location you’d like to explore, like Walden Pond, Sudbury River, or simply right down the Charles. The company recently opened a new location in Cambridge’s Kendall Square, right on Third Street.

For a full map of Cambridge’s public parks, recreation areas, and reservations, visit this website. There are plenty of reasons to browse the beautiful homes and condos that make up Cambridge real estate. Browse the drop-down Categories menu on the sidebar of this blog to look at past entries spotlighting various aspects of moving to Cambridge.

When looking for waterfront property in New England, you’ll surely find several listings for multi-million dollar mansions. For New Yorkers, Connecticut shoreline real estate presents the chance to buy a home an hour and a half outside the city, in a cluster of small towns that aren’t short on culture and fun activities. Below are some of the gorgeous mansions on the market in CT shoreline real estate.

29 Middle Beach Road West, Madison CT

This waterfront mansion above is located at 29 Middle Beach Road West in Madison, CT. With 4 bedrooms, it has vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, 200 feet of private beach, and a spacious deck facing the Atlantic Ocean.

125 Liberty Street, Madison CT

The unique property above is comprised of 2 separate homes and is located at 125 Liberty Street in Madison, CT. A gated family compound, both homes were recently renovated. The main residence includes 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, and the guest house even has its own elevator.  The property lies in walking distance of the town’s beaches and the Town Green.

The seaside towns of Gloucester, Beverly, and Rockport comprise Massachusetts’ own Cape Ann. Whether you are looking at an elaborate multi-million dollar estate or a small cottage, it will most likely be colonial in style. Cape Ann was settled by Pilgrims in 1623, and its towns strive to retain their colonial charm. Because of its lighthouses, beaches, islands, and overall scenic beauty, a good number of tourists visit Cape Ann each year. In the summer season, the towns hum with excitement but not to an overwhelming degree. Below are just a few homes on Cape Ann that are currently on the market.

435 Hale Street, Beverly MA

The mansion above is located at 435 Hale Street in Beverly, MA, which actually lies on the North Shore near Cape Ann. With 9 bedrooms and 4 baths, this home also includes a professional kitchen, sauna, game room, offices, playroom, and more. What’s special about this property is its roof-top deck that would be perfect for dazzling guests with views of the Atlantic Ocean. A large private beach is the best feature. This home really sets the standard for Beverly real estate.

7 Atlantic Avenue, Rockport MA

The historical home above is located at 7 Atlantic Avenue in Rockport, MA. Built in 1800, it is a landmark on the coast and offers gorgeous views of the Atlantic from each of its 8 rooms. On the exterior, its curved granite staircase leads from the balcony above to a patio below which is built with bluestone, granite, and mahogany, and even includes a built-in BBQ. The home is very close to the beach, restaurants, and the well-known art galleries of Rockport. If you are intrigued by this home, see what else is currently offered in Rockport real estate.

If you are seeking waterfront property, Cape Ann real estate has plenty of beautiful homes to browse. Residential properties are abundant in supply, and there are even several former inns and B&B’s on the market.

In this economy, the value of property on a private beach far exceeds its price. An eight-bedroom home in Old Saybrook, CT with its own private beach has a listing price of $1.8M. Built in 2005, it is the perfect home for someone looking to relocate from a busy nearby metropolis like New York City or Boston. Old Saybrook, CT is a town that is part of a community of waterfront towns in Connecticut that are steeped in colonial history, each town having its own distinct New England charm. The region of eight towns along the Connecticut shoreline provides a breath of fresh air for city dwellers. The town of Old Saybrook provides small-town charm, yet it is also a short drive from casinos like Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun, Mystic Seaport, historical homes and museums, theaters, outlet shopping centers, and art galleries.

Purchasing a home with its own private beach has plenty of advantages. A home with a private beach offers its inhabitants one hundred and eighty degrees of ocean views, uninterrupted by tourists and public boat docks, which are usually noisy early in the morning and late into the day during peak seasons. There is nothing worse than buying a waterfront property to “get away from it all” when the summer brings chaos to all times of the day. For those that like to entertain, beach barbecues would be a pleasant, private experience. For those that own a boat, going out for a day of fun won’t entail packing up the car with supplies, hitching the boat to the car, parking, unloading, then doing it all over again at the end of the day. A private boat dock on one’s own private beach will allow a group to simply load up the boat and head for open waters.

If you are interested in buying waterfront property with a private beach, take a look at the options available in Madison CT Real Estate and its surrounding towns.