Real Estate Haiku #1
Wallpaper abounds No time to take it down so House sits on market
Saving a West End Home: Project Round-Up
Note: This post continues the Saving a West End Home Series. The West End Home has a round turret as its front, left corner. Although round turrets are not uncommon in the neighborhood, the feature gives the property a little something extra – something special. From the outside, the conical roofline immediately draws the eye. For me, the effect is to mask the true size of the building. It makes the home feel more intimate
141 Kenyon Street- Hartford's West End
I recently listed this classic Victorian located at 141 Kenyon Street in the West End of Hartford. The home is in move-in condition and has been meticulously maintained throughout the years. It offers 2,742 square feet, 6 bedrooms, and 2.2 baths. There are many charming features including natural woodwork, stained glass windows, built-ins, several bay windows, canvas ceilings and refinished hardwood floors. Spend some time relaxing on the inviting front porch or on the covered
Preparing the Home for Winter
With Labor Day behind us, it’s time to begin getting our home ready for winter. We probably should have done most of these things earlier, but it’s so hard to focus on preparing for the cold months when we just want to enjoy the sun. First up is the annual furnace maintenance. Just about every heating system should be serviced each year to make sure it is operating safely and efficiently. Oil and gas systems
Love the Long Weekends
In honor of a long weekend that was nearly perfect, here is a photo of the Hartford skyline as taken Sunday from the Zion Hill Cemetery just outside the Trinity campus. We hope everyone was able find some time to relax with friends and family. Happy Labor Day.