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A rare and storied offering, the Colonel Dwight Wellington $2,495,000

12 Popple Swamp Road, Cornwall, CT 06754

6 br, 3.0 ba, 1830 4380 sf
Litchfield County
Ad #: 7148967

Home Active Under Contract

A rare and storied offering, the Colonel Dwight Wellington Pierce Farmstead is a distinguished circa 1830 Greek Revival residence listed on the State Registry of Historic Places. Perched on a rise with views of mountains, conserved land, and state forest, it blends heritage, natural beauty, and modern comfort. Spanning over 4,300 square feet, the main house features original moldings, wide-plank floors, and five working fireplaces. There are six bedrooms-one on the main floor with a full bath, and five upstairs. The primary suite includes a fireplace, radiant-heated limestone bath, and a large walk-in closet. The kitchen boasts exposed beams, custom cabinetry, soapstone countertops, and premium appliances, opening to a sunroom and stone patio. Additional spaces include a formal dining room, living room, library, pantry, and mudroom with brick floors. Upstairs are four guest bedrooms, a Jack-and-Jill bath, and a charming laundry room. Historic character is enhanced by modern systems, including fiber-optic cable and an alarm system. Three historic outbuildings accompany the home: a 70x30 dairy barn, a heated 60x24 studio barn with a concrete basement, and a carriage barn with a two-car garage, three horse stalls, and a loft. The landscaped grounds feature award-winning gardens, mature fruit trees, stone walls, a pond, and full deer fencing. A stone patio offers serene views and a strong connection to nature.

Property Details

  • Beds: 6
  • Baths: 3.0
  • Sq Feet: 4380
  • Year Built: 1830
  • Location: (private lake, pond, coastal)
  • Acres: 24.580
  • County: Litchfield County
  • Heat/AC: Fireplace(s), Hot Water (Heating), Oil
  • Garage: Garage, Garage - Detached
  • Siding: Clapboard
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Fireplaces: Has Fireplace
  • MLS #: 24105244

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Listing Agent: William Melnick, Elyse Harney Real Estate, 917-330-5241, 860-435-0120 Listing Site, Listing Status: Active Under Contract
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Lake Home Active Under Contract in Cornwall, Connecticut
Ad Number : 7148967
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Added: Jan 09, 2026
Updated on: Jan 09, 2026
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