$1,130,000

ICONIC VICTORIAN IN SUPERB LOCATION This stunning residence is just a stone's throw from the renowned Clark Art institute withs its internationally revered collection of the art of Renoir, Monet, Degas, Sargent, Homer, Remington, Inness and Cassatt (among many, many others), and its expansive 140 acre campus full of trails wandering through meadows and woodlands. Built in 1888 by Archibald Hopkins, son of Williams College President Mark Hopkins, the incomparable home shares a spacious two thirds of an acre with gardens, handsome Goshen stone walls and two pergolas. The gracious entry hall, distinguished by a dramatic stairway with soaring leaded glass windows, leads to elegant living and dining rooms, and a warm bookshelf-lined library. All have French doors opening to an inviting screened porch and open terrace overlooking the enchanting landscape beyond. Brimming with fine architectural details and offering five bedrooms and three full and two half baths, it is eminently suitable for both graceful entertaining and warm family gatherings. Close proximity as well to Spring Street, Williams College, the soon to be competed Williams College Museum of Art, Williamstown Library and all in-town attractions. A rare offering indeed.