Drive through the gates and step back in time to the gracious hospitality and personal attention of yesteryear. Resplendent with history, this former museum and residence of General Rufus Putnam rests among majestic towering maples, and rambling stone fences on 7.5 acres of pine woods and rolling meadows. This restored 1750 Federal Colonial is listed in the National Register of Historic Homes. |
Experience old country traditions in this distinctive home furnished with antiques and family heirlooms complete with 8 fireplaces, beehive oven, wide pine floors and decorative woodwork that is of a bygone era. |
Celebrate such long ago amenities as a late afternoon tea in the formal parlor or browse through literature depicting the properties history while relaxing in the traditional library. Delight in the period charm and ambience of fresh flowers, a glowing fire and bedtime repast in your bed chamber upon retiring. Your morning is greeted with a New England breakfast by the fireside in the keeping room. |
Relax with a soothing massage, read on the terrace, walk among the old herb gardens, or stroll the grounds. Follow the groomed trails to the peaceful Putnam Pond, complete with picnic basket and blanket. |
Visit our on-site antique shop and gallery, complete with paintings done by your host, along with dried floral arrangements, potpourris and teas made by your hostess using products grown on the property. |
Wherever the destination, whatever the relaxation, be our guest at the General Rufus Putnam House where treasured memories of a gentler time are created for you to enjoy for years to come. |
Your safety is never an issue with our high tech security system in place! |