Property Details
Basic Information
- Title of Property: The Grout Farm
- Property Name: The Grout Farm
- TreeHouse: 73526293
- Address: 42 Washington Street
- Property Type: Residential
- Status: ACT
- Mls Status: Active
- Document Name: Improvements and Features, Plan of Land, Deed, Chapter 61A, Water Quality Report, Lead Paint, MA Mandatory Residential Home Inspection Disclosure, Property Record Card - Printable Card, Title 5
- Document Url: https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.landvest.properties/projects/15067/vsQc--MA5665__42-Washington-Street---Improvements-and-Features.pdf, https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.landvest.properties/projects/15068/MhIw--MA5665__Plan-of-Land.pdf, https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.landvest.properties/projects/15069/mmGL--MA5665__Deed---ACSResource.pdf, https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.landvest.properties/projects/15070/8f3l--MA5665__Chapter-61A-on--42-Washington-Street--Sherborn.pdf, https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.landvest.properties/projects/15071/MGWV--MA5665__Water-Quality-Report--42-Washington-St--Sherborn--MA.pdf, https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.landvest.properties/projects/15072/sZL8--MA5665__Lead-Paint-Transfer-Notification-Certificate--GBREB-RA176-.pdf, https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.landvest.properties/projects/15073/nPoi--MA5665__Home-Inspection-Regulation-Disclosure--GBREB-.pdf, https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.landvest.properties/projects/15074/hrge--MA5665__Property-Record-Card---Printable-Card.pdf, https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.landvest.properties/projects/15162/9q32--MA5665__Title-5-Inspection-Form-7-18--Taraporevala--42-Washington-Street--Sherborn--5-18-2026--SCAN-0001.pdf
- Acreage: 15.7
- Virtual Tour: Virtual Tour
Building
- Property Style: Colonial
- Square Feet: 5,266
- Year Built: 1859
- Zoning: Residential
- Stories: 3
- Rooms: 11
- Garage Spaces: 2
Location
- Town: Sherborn
- County: Middlesex
- State: MA
- Zip: 01770
Interior Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full Baths: 4
- Half Baths: 1
Basement
- Basement: Yes
Interior Features
- Interior Features:
HIGHLIGHTS:
MAIN HOUSE
- Reimagined floor plan with open, light-filled living spaces
- High ceilings
- Spray foam insulation
- New HVAC systems
- New water filtration system
- New electrical panels
- Hard-wired WiFi access points throughout the house
Chef’s Kitchen
- Completely renovated modern kitchen
- Full Miele appliance suite including:
- Oversized induction range
- Traditional oven
- Steam oven
- Vacuum drawer
- Built-in microwave
- Built-in coffee system
- Dishwasher
- 48” Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer plus additional freezer
- Wine fridge and feature wine wall
- Refrigerator drawers in island
- Oversized stone island
- Full-height stone backsplash
- Matte black custom cabinetry with soft-close and push-to-open features
- Large custom pantry with pull-out storage drawers
Living Spaces & Architectural Features
- See-through glass gas fireplace
- Danish gas fireplace in family room
- Wood-burning stove in library
- Original trim and doors refreshed and refinished where possible
- Original formal staircase refreshed
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- New downstairs powder room
- Two newly constructed upstairs bathrooms with custom details
- Two additional bathrooms renovated/reimagined
- Three bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and walk-in closets
Laundry & Mudroom
- New washer and dryer
- Newly constructed mudroom connecting garage to house
- Marble flooring
- Stone counter with workstation sink
- Handheld dog/muddy boot shower with floor drain
- Two large storage closets plus coat closet
- Electronic dog door
Other
- Fireplace: Yes
Exterior Features
FEATURES
- Exterior Features:
HIGHLIGHTS:
PADDOCKS & EQUESTRIAN GROUNDS
- All paddocks upgraded with no-climb fencing and top rail
- Custom Lucas Equine gates installed throughout
- Automatic field waterers in all but one field
- Run-in sheds added to all fields and shared across full-size pens
- Frost-free hydrants and electrical service to full-size pens
- Stone dust paths added between high-traffic paddock and field areas
ORCHARD & GARDENS
- Fruit trees, grapevines, and berry plantings
- Raised irrigated vegetable beds currently under construction
- 6-foot no-climb deer fencing
- Irrigation system
- Custom Lucas Equine pedestrian and equipment gates
INDOOR RIDING ARENA
- Updated LED lighting
- Professionally reconditioned footing
- Custom Lucas Equine doors
- Electrical outlets throughout arena
- Hard-wired WiFi access points
OUTDOOR ARENA
- Rebuilt drainage and base
- Specialized footing installed by Josh Nutter / Solid Ground
- Irrigation system
- Fencing
- Gazebo
MAIN BARN
- Custom Lucas Equine extra-height stallion stalls with operable door yokes
- Stall mattress system (installed Fall 2025)
- Updated feed room
- Renovated tiled bathroom
- Renovated tiled lounge area
- LED lighting throughout
- Hard-wired WiFi access points
CARRIAGE BARN
- Tack room
- Two grooming/veterinary/farrier bays
- Rubber mat flooring
- Solarium in one bay
- TheraPlate
- Dedicated storage room
- LED lighting throughout
- Hard-wired WiFi access points
APPLE BARN
- Newly added auxiliary space
- Planned indoor hot and cold-water wash stalls
- Flexible treadmill or storage area
- Lounge space overlooking the outdoor arena
GUEST COTTAGE
- Approximately 1,000 square feet
- Kitchen
- Dining area
- Living room
- One bedroom
- Living room
- One bedroom
- One full bathroom
- New Washer and dryer
- New two-drawer dishwasher
BACKYARD & ACCESSORY FEATURES
- Privacy fence separating cottage from main house
- Chicken coop with fully enclosed run
- European-style Orangerie greenhouse
Utilities and Appliances
Utilities and Appliances
- Utilities:
- Main House — 200 Amp + 100 Amp electrical service, private well water, private septic system, and natural gas service.
- Barn Complex — 200 Amp electrical service with private well water, private septic, and gas-fired heating.
- Apple Barn — 200 Amp electrical service with private well water and private septic.
- Indoor Riding Ring — 200 Amp electrical service supporting barn and riding operations.
- Note: The property also includes solar/PV and generator systems.
Community
Amenities
- Activities: Bird Watching, Gardening
- Nearby:
- Premier equestrian community with riding trails throughout Sherborn and Dover
- Extensive conservation land, hiking, and outdoor recreation nearby
- Close to Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary
- Nearby dining including Fireside Tavern, Buttercup, and Jackson’s Kitchen
- Access to private clubs including Framingham Country Club and Dedham Country & Polo Club
- Located in the highly regarded Dover-Sherborn School District
- Convenient access to Natick commuter rail stations, Route 9, and I-90
- Peaceful country setting just outside of Boston
