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1255 washington street

Gloucester, MA 01930

$1,495,000

4 BEDS 2.5 BATHS
1,464 SQFT3.9 AC LOT
Residential - Single Family
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Bedrooms 4
Total Baths 3
Full Baths 2
Square Feet 1464
Acreage 3.9
Status Active
MLS # 73550282
County Essex
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Category Residential - Single Family
Status Active
Square Feet 1464
Acreage 3.9
MLS # 73550282
County Essex
Enjoy living in this Folly Cove property where artist and author Virginia Lee Burton did her life's work. This delightful estate is the well-preserved subject of her children's book "The Little House" The 3.9 acre property includes a sunny farmhouse as well as a separate barn/studio, each of which have been featured in many publications. Virginia wrote her books in the studio and it is also where the Folly Cove Design Group was formed and met. The house has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths and the historic post and beam studio has a 20' granite fireplace and cathedral ceilings, providing comfort and privacy for guests. Unique features include large granite tables, benches and a cozy firepit. Granite pillars support trailing grapevines and near-by is a quarry and hiking /biking trails. Fruit and nut trees and berry bushes, as well as vegetable and flower gardens complement the yard. This is a magical property with plenty of privacy and parking that lends itself to indoor and outdoor events.
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Exterior Features

  • Style Farmhouse, Cottage
  • Construction Single Family
  • Siding Frame
  • Exterior Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Garden, Guest House, Stone Wall
  • Roof Shingle
  • Garage Yes
  • Garage Description 2
  • Water Public
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Lot Description Cleared, Gentle Sloping

Interior Features

  • Appliances Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Heating Central, Forced Air, Oil
  • Cooling None
  • Basement Partial, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Fireplaces 1
  • Living Area 1,464 SQFT
  • Year Built 1920

Neighborhood & Schools

  • Subdivision Folly Cove

Financial Information

  • Parcel ID 1901025
  • Zoning R 80

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Listing Information

Listing Provided Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
Listing Agent Michelle Kuppens
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Listing data is current as of 07/17/2026.

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