182 Wakti Ridge Road

Some homes have a story worth finishing.

Perched on a sunny, south-facing ridge in a private forest setting, this classic 1916 farmhouse has been waiting for the right hands, and it's closer to ready than you might think. On a perfectly manageable footprint, you get the soul of a historic country property without the burden of endless acreage. Garden beneath established pear trees, soak up the southern light, and settle into the quiet that only a true ridge-top retreat can offer.

Step inside and the bones speak for themselves. Original beadboard walls, softwood floors still marked with the sawblade that cut them, a clawfoot tub, a cozy living room, a formal dining area, and a spacious family room. This is 1,700 square feet of genuine character, waiting to be brought fully back to life. Much of the invisible work is already done modernized plumbing, updated electrical, a high-yield deep well, and a recently inspected septic system all in good health.

Tucked privately into the trees, the guest cottage is a story of its own with its own kitchen, a second clawfoot tub, wood stove, propane heat, and washer/dryer. Whether you imagine it as a guest suite, an artist's studio, or a future rental, the potential is already there.

The exterior is where your vision comes in. Siding, insulation, and eventual roof replacement are on the horizon and to take the guesswork out of it, professional estimates are already on file. This property also qualifies for renovation financing including FHA 203(k), Fannie Mae Homestyle, USDA, and VA Renovation Loans, meaning you may be able to wrap the purchase and the updates into a single loan with as little as 3.5% down.

The hard part is already done. The beautiful part is up to you.