About This Property

The David Gaines House - Circa 1790 Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort Step into a piece of Hartland's history with this beautifully preserved antique home, proudly recognized as the first residence in town to have electricity. Sited on a level 3.2-acre lot with frontage on two streets, this unique property combines timeless character with thoughtful updates. Long remembered by locals as the former Hartland Post Office, it's now ready for its next chapter. Inside, the home offers an inviting and versatile layout: Spacious kitchen with exposed beams and custom built-ins Formal dining room and gracious living room featuring a classic Rumford fireplace Bright four-season sunroom filled with natural light Cozy family room/den (formerly a bedroom) Two full bathrooms, one on each level Upstairs, you'll find three generous bedrooms, a nursery, and a full bath-ideal for flexible living needs while preserving the home's antique character. Recent updates include: fresh interior and exterior paint in neutral tones, a 4-year-old roof, new well and hot water heater (2 years), central air, and brand-new carpeting upstairs. Three historic barns enhance the property's appeal: One with a rebuilt cupola and wood stove heat, perfect for a workshop, studio, or creative space Another that once served as a local store and a third that was once a casket and buggy repair shop.

Property Details

Interior

Heat: Hot Air — Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 1
Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Interior Access,Walk-out

Interior Features

Auto Garage Door Opener

Exterior & Lot

Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Construction: Construction

Exterior Features

Shed Fruit Trees Barn

Lot Description

Level Lot

Garage & Parking

Detached Garage

Utilities & Systems

Water Source: Private Well
Sewer: Septic

Energy Features

Active Solar

Community & Schools

Elementary: Hartland
Middle: NULL
High: Voucher
Neighborhood: East Hartland

Nearby Amenities

Playground/Tot Lot

Appliances

Included

Convection Range Gas Range Range Hood Refrigerator Dishwasher Washer Dryer

7 Hartland Boulevard

Hartland , Connecticut 06027

$450,000

Was ~~$499,000~~ Reduced

On market 95 days

Beds

Baths

SqFt

2,744

Type

Single Family

County Hartford

Garage 3

Rooms -

Lot Size 3.20 Acres

Property Tax $6,263

Assessed Value $214,870

Year Built 1790

Style Colonial

Zoning R-1

Property Map

Map location is based on the property address.

Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is sourced from the local MLS feed. Brokerage shown: BHHS09. Off-market listing media is limited to one photo per MLS display rules.