Old houses fascinate me. Perhaps thats because I grew up in a new one. My parents were very fond of their small, suburban ranch house, bought in 1939. My mother, whose childhood home had been large and rambling, told me that it had been her dream to live in a modern house, all on one floor. My father, who had grown up in poverty, was just [...]
Finally, spring is in the air
Greenhouses are beautiful glass structures full of life that cultivate plants and help to keep them warm during the cold months. There is a certain allure to these architectural glass wonders. With spring in the air and [...]
April 22rd marked Earth Day 2018.
LandVest wants to spotlight top eco-friendly real estate trends. From sustainable, locally-sourced materials, to solar power at the residential and community level, check out some of Landvests top earth-conscious spaces and [...]
Part I of LandVests multi-part series highlights some of our favorite islands, harbors, conserved locales, anchorages, and watering holes.
The Pemaquid Peninsula is one of the many fingers of land extending from the major arterial U.S. Route 1. Located in the southern Midcoast region of Maine, the Pemaquid Penisula includes the towns of [...]
Spring in Massachusetts budding flowers, the Boston Marathon, and Patriots Day celebrations. Every year, Massachusetts communities celebrate Patriots Day and we remember those who have sacrificed for our freedom, and a milestone in American history demonstrating [...]
Winter House on Cuttyhunk Island, one of the Elizabeth Islands off the south coast of Massachusetts and adjacent to Marthas Vineyard, just set a new sales record -- trading for $2,400,000. Asked what makes this property so attractive, heres what brokers [...]
Why do we love antique homes?
Sense of place, for sure. The early Yankees had their pick of where to build, and they positioned their houses for the best light, air circulation and views. After hundreds of years together, the house and the setting create [...]
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