Walking tours are available in different areas of Greater Hartford this fall. We’ve been on a few over the years and have enjoyed each of them. Here are some local walks that might be worth checking out. Hartford Preservation Alliance Sisson-South Whitney Neighborhood: Sat 9/8/2012 at 10:00 Hartford Hospital District: Sat 9/22/2012 at 10:00 Old North & Spring Grove Cemeteries: Sat 10/13/2012 at 10:00 Check out the Hartford Preservation Alliance Fall 2012 walking tour schedule
Ellen and I encountered this Lego version of the Mark Twain House in a recent visit to the airport. I’m sad to report that her first impulse was to glide under the rope and begin deconstruction – guess we need to work on her preservationist instinct.
This grand brick home is a quintessential Victorian, from the intricate architectural details to the two parlor layout to the clever use of spaces. It offers 7 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms over 4,705 square feet. Natural woodwork, three hand carved arches and four stained glass windows adorn the connected public rooms of the first floor. The kitchen features the oversized original sink, a butler’s pantry and dry goods pantry. Completing the level is a
This classic West End colonial is nicely updated and move-in ready. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms over 2,217 square feet. A tiled foyer opens to the formal living room with fireplace and formal dining room. The kitchen is renovated with new cabinets, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. A remodeled three-quarter bath completes the first floor. The second floor has four bedrooms. The master bedroom was opened up to the adjacent
This striking stucco Colonial is located on a popular block in the West End, close to Elizabeth Park. The home offers 7 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half bathrooms over 4,131 square feet. Mature perennial gardens and a blue stone walkway lead you to the home with its freshly painted exterior. Inside, an open foyer leads to the formal living room which features French doors and a fireplace with gas insert. A heated sunroom with