Once upon a time back in the days of horse & buggy “The Mather House” was constructed by post & beam. This lovely 1778 center chimney vintage treasure changed hands frequently until the 1960s. At the time it was purchased & was impeccably restored. This rustic farmhouse house has been remodeled with modern updates for today’s comfort & convenience, while focusing on the original antique charm. The house is freshly stained & painted inside & out. Updated mechanicals, newer appliances, septic system, refurbished screened in porch, refinished wide plank flooring, run in shed & extremely well insulated for warmth. The Screened in porch off the kitchen is an ideal spot to entertain. The living room has a beautiful working fireplace and woodstove hook up. Beautifully remodeled downstairs bedroom with built in’s & fireplace. The downstairs bathroom is remodeled & has heated flooring. The main bedroom upstairs has vaulted ceilings, exposed beams & plenty of closet space, office area or den & full bath. This property most definitely can have at least one-horse, wide-open field for grazing, some site work would need to be done. Beautiful flowerbeds, garden area, picket fences, Stonewall, 3 bay garages with additional 4th bay with storage. Huge attic loft pulll down-stairs for storage above the garage. Amazing location less than a quarter of a mile walking distance to Miller’s Pond. Perfect location on the Middletown, Higganum line!