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66 Labor In Vain Rd

Ipswich, MA 01938

5 beds
4 baths
3,232 sqft
~7 acre lot
$525 per sqft
1925 build
– on site

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Incredible location, bucolic views and history embrace this once-in-a-generation property on scenic Labor In Vain Road. A proud five bedroom Federal-style colonial and quaint Cape-style cottage occupy 6.8+/- acres abutting conservation land on the banks of Gould’s Creek with a private dock. It is easy to see why novelist John Updike and artist Mary Weatherall chose this inspiring property to call home. The main house has been maintained but unspoiled and its original character and charm remain, with high ceilings, natural light and lovely views from every window, the house feels spacious yet intimate. The wrap-around screened-in-porch overlooking the lawn and water is a serene place for contemplations, creativity, weather-watching, bird-watching, and a gathering place for family and friends. The one-bedroom guest cottage is also full of original antique character. The access to nature and recreation is immediate and the location so close to vibrant downtown Ipswich cannot be rivaled.

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MLS# 72744532 —

The Building

Year Built:

1925
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Colonial
Basement:

Bulkhead
Foundation Details:

Stone
Patio And Porch Features:

Screened
Building Area Total:

3232
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

9
Living Room Level:

First
Living Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Level:

First
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room Level:

First
Family Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring:

Wood
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

First Floor

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3232
Living Room Area:

255
Living Room Length:

17
Living Room Width:

15
Kitchen Area:

165
Kitchen Length:

15
Kitchen Width:

11
Dining Room Area:

195
Dining Room Length:

15
Dining Room Width:

13
Family Room Area:

210
Family Room Length:

15
Family Room Width:

14
Bedroom 2 Area:

120
Bedroom 3 Area:

210
Bedroom 2 Length:

12
Bedroom 2 Width:

10
Bedroom 3 Length:

15
Bedroom 3 Width:

14
Bedroom 4 Area:

210
Bedroom 4 Length:

15
Bedroom 4 Width:

14
Bedroom 5 Area:

225
Bedroom 5 Length:

15
Bedroom 5 Width:

15
Master Bedroom Area:

210
Master Bedroom Length:

15
Master Bedroom Width:

14

Location

Directions:

Turkey Shore to Labor In Vain
Latitude:

42.682633
Longitude:

-70.814932

The Property

Parcel Number:

M:43A B:0002 L:0,1957000
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Wooded
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

6.8
Lot Size SqFt:

296208
Lot Size Acres:

6.8
Zoning:

RRA
View:

Scenic View(s)
View:

true
Waterview:

Yes
Exclusions:

The Eagle Over The Front Door Is Negotiable
Waterview Features:

Creek
Waterfront:

true
Waterfront Features:

Waterfront, Beach Front, River, Dock/Mooring, Creek, Direct Access, Marsh, Ocean, Beach Ownership(Public)
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2020
Tax Annual Amount:

16792
Tax Assessed Value:

1197700

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second
Bedroom 4 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 5 Level:

Second
Bedroom 5 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood

Baths

Total Baths:

4
Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

4
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Sub Agency Relationship Offered:

No

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Hot Water
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Cooling:

false

Utilities

Sewer:

Private Sewer
Water Source:

Private

Appliances

Appliances:

Oil Water Heater

Schools

Elementary School:

Winthrop
Middle Or Junior School:

Ipswich
High School:

Ipswich

The Community

Community Features:

Park
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

6
Parking Features:

Off Street

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Utility Costs

$368/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/4/21 Mar 4, 2021	Sold	MLSPIN	$1,700,000

House Sold on 3/4/2021

$1,700,000

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66 Labor In Vain Rd

Ipswich, MA 01938