4th House Added To “Historic Homes Of 06880” Tour

A fourth home has been added to the 2nd annual “Historic Homes of 06880” tour.

And it’s a beauty.

342 Greens Farms Road — an 1860 colonial — rounds out the quartet, for the Sunday, November 3 (1 to 4 p.m.) event. Three are beautifully restored properties. The fourth is a stunning new build.

342 Greens Farms Road

The exterior retains its original look. Inside, the 160-year-old home is exciting and modern.

The current owners have lived there for over 33 years. They’ve overseen two major renovations, while keeping the charm and spirit of the home. (It is rumored that the large cistern in the cellar was a hiding place on the Underground Railroad.)

It is a great gathering place, with large rooms downstairs, and a full bar, entertainment center, mahogany tray ceilings and rooftop balcony upstairs.

It is well known too as the base of operations for Al’s Angels, the non-profit that provides aid to children and families suffering hardship due to life-threatening illnesses or poverty.

93 Cross Highway

This home — visible to all, near North Avenue — was built in 1764 by Eliphalet Sturges. From 1908 through the 1950s, it was owned by noted artist George Hand Wright.

The house — with its massive stone fabrication, handsome hearth and wonderful Wright-era furniture — has been lovingly restored by Ed Gerber. A former member of Westport’s Historic District Commission, he’s also a trustee of both Historic New England and Preservation Connecticut.

87 Maple Avenue South

Dan and Nicole Donovan — Staples High School graduates, with a strong sense of history — lovingly restored this handsome 1870 Queen Anne-style farmhouse, on the corner of Greens Farms Road.

Every room is worth seeing. But the centerpieces are the former wine cellar, now a stone-walled bar that might be the town’s best man cave, and the kitchen that is the heart of the home for the Donovans and their 6 kids.

296 Compo Road South

Niv and Kim Harizman’s new home near the beach shows how new construction fits in to a historic neighborhood. Builder Peter Greenberg of Able Construction will be on hand to discuss his work.

“06880” often celebrates Westport’s rich history. We honor homeowners who preserve the past, while enhancing their neighborhoods — and those who bring new life to them.

“06880” tells stories. As you explore all 4 houses, you’ll learn the stories behind each one.

The homeowners will point out cool aspects of each home. You’ll get a brochure explaining the 4 houses too.

Our friends at KMS Team at Compass are once again sponsoring the “Historic Homes of 06880” tour.

Tickets are $60 each, $100 for 2. Proceeds help fund “06880”‘s work — which, as always, chronicles Westport’s past, present and future.

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