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$1,049,999
5 Days On Site

278 Main St
Kingston, MA 02364

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
3,112
SqFt
$337
/SqFt
1806
Built
County:
Plymouth
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Welcome home to the historic Captain Adams House, an elegant 3,112 sq. ft. antique residence set on 2.6 picturesque acres extending all the way to the Jones River. Rich in character and history, this distinctive property offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a living room, parlor/den, kitchen, private office, 5 fireplaces, custom built-ins, and period details throughout. A pottery studio in the basement provides additional space for creative pursuits. Outside, the expansive grounds are designed for both relaxation and entertaining, featuring a 40' x 20' in-ground pool, detached 2-story 2-car garage/barn, screened-in gazebo, pool house, wood shed, and an outdoor patio surrounded by established gardens filled with perennials, dogwoods, and Rose of Sharon. A private wooded path winds through the rear of the property to approximately 200 feet of frontage along the Jones River, creating a peaceful waterfront retreat. The detached garage/barn and home office at the rear of the house offer exciting possibilities for future customization, including potential ADU or investment opportunities, subject to applicable approvals. Another special feature is the property's memorial flagpole, dedicated by members of the community to the previous owners, after the loss of their son in 911. The home's history is equally remarkable. Jazz trombonist, vocalist, and bandleader Pee Wee Hunt purchased the property in 1956 following a career that spanned from the late 1920s through the 1950s. Earlier, Rev. Courtland Y. DeNormandie of First Parish Church purchased the home in 1872 with his wife from Nathaniel Adams, son of original owner Captain Charles Adams, who arranged for the home's construction. Offering historic character, substantial acreage, waterfront, recreational amenities, and tremendous potential, the Captain Adams House presents a rare opportunity to reimagine an exceptional property in one of Massachusetts' great historic communities.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,049,999
Days On Site 
5 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,112 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
2.6 Acres
Year Built 
1806
MLS® Number 
73584417
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$9,677
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
5 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
2.6
Disclosures 
Buyer and buyer’s agent are responsible for conducting all due diligence and verifying any potential uses of the land and property with the Town of Kingston. Solar panels are owned and will be paid in full by the seller at closing. Seller shall retain all SREC credits following closing.
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
DetachedOff StreetPaved
Parking Spaces 
10
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Private Sewer
SqFt Above 
3112
SqFt Total 
3112
Style 
ColonialAntique
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
Res/Bus
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas Water HeaterOvenDishwasherRangeRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Basement 
Full
Cooling 
Window Unit(s)
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Dining RoomFamily RoomLiving RoomMaster BedroomBedroom
Fireplaces 
5
Flooring 
CarpetHardwood
Heating 
Natural GasSteam
Interior 
Crown MoldingCoffered Ceiling(s)
Bathroom 1 
Dimensions - 9x8Level - MainArea - 72
Bathroom 2 
Dimensions - 12x7Level - SecondArea - 84
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14x13Level - SecondArea - 182
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 12x11Level - SecondArea - 132
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 9x8Level - SecondArea - 72
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 16x16Level - MainArea - 256
Family Room 
Dimensions - 13x14Level - MainArea - 182
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 16x15Level - MainArea - 240
Living Room 
Dimensions - 23x14Level - MainArea - 322
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 23x14Level - SecondArea - 322
Office 
Dimensions - 18x14Level - MainArea - 252
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Frame
Exterior 
StorageGarden
Lot Features 
WoodedWaterfront
Other Structures 
GazeboStorage
Patio And Porch 
PorchPatio
Pool Features 
In GroundPrivate
Private Pool 
Yes
Roof 
Shingle
View 
Scenic
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
River FrontWaterfrontStream
Waterview 
Scenic
Community Features
Community Features 
PoolPark
Listing courtesy of John Westlund of Coldwell Banker Realty - Plymouth



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