13 cottage st

Taber Hall was built in 1880 by Marion’s most renowned benefactress Elizabeth P. Taber, for her most important creation, Tabor Academy. Originally used as her own home (2nd fl), and the residence of the school’s first headmaster (1st fl), this impressive Italianate building was moved in 1937 from Spring St to its current location. Thoughtfully restored down to the studs c.1999, this well-built home offers dramatic living spaces with modern day systems, all while holding on to its old-house charm, so-much-so it has been the recipient of various historic preservation awards. Long coveted as a destination for local charity house tours, and one of the most popular Halloween candy dispensing stops in town, life at Taber Hall is truly about living in a comfortable family home. In addition to the main living spaces, there is also a private apartment at the back of the house with its own entrance, a detached garage/barn, and a beautifully landscaped yard for gardening and outdoor living.