Rare opportunity to buy a fully updated piece of Richmond history. According to the Richmond Historical Society, the front 1/2 of the house was built pre-revolutionary war based on the beautiful exposed hand-carved beams. The back half of the house was built in the late 1800's based on newspaper clippings. The home has been dramatically updated, with considerable new electrical, plumbing and heating, along with a modern kitchen with Jenn-aire stainless appliances and Vermont soapstone counters. A large free-standing barn has a two car garage, room for a large workshop, and an additional large storage area or garage to park your boat/RV. The large 2.9 acre lot has over 20 mature apple trees on it (this used to be an Orchard), a very large area for a garden, and is adjacent to other very large lots - giving you a feeling of seclusion. It is 10 minutes to Pittsfield, 15 minutes to Lenox, 45 minutes to Albany - perfectly located! Price/Other info: Why are we selling after only a year? We LOVE our house, but unfortunately we can't take it with us, and we will be relocating for new employment in April. We will first be trying to sell by owner before listing through a Realtor at a higher price, so we are ready to bargain NOW! Note to Realtors: while you are welcome to bring your clients, we will offer a flat fee of $10,000 on a successful sale. Features: Updates since purchase (May 2008) and included: John Deere 325 Tractor Mower ($3,000) LG Steam Washer/Dryer ($2,500) New crushed stone driveway ($2,500) Premium Water Softener ($1,000) We are also willing to pay your closing costs (up to $3,000). We will also give you a complete copy of the home inspection performed last year ($750). Up to you if you decide to do another! Total = $12,000 in incentives and cash