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12 Bennett Street, Manchester
$2,150,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 73580955 MLS
One of Manchester-by-the-Sea’s prettiest homes, the historic Col. Israel Tappan House offers the rare combination of antique character, beautiful updates, exceptional outdoor spaces, and an incredible village location. Just moments from downtown, the harbor, Singing Beach, shops, restaurants, and the commuter rail, this is a home where you are truly in the heart of Manchester on one of its most beloved streets. Bright, warm, and loaded with character, the home blends original architectural details with thoughtful renovations designed for modern living. A beautifully updated chef’s kitchen is bright and sunny with breakfast bar, ample cabinetry, and Viking range. The dining area opens to an expansive deck, creating wonderful indoor-outdoor flow for entertaining, dining, or simply enjoying the landscaped surroundings. Formal living and dining rooms add charm and versatility, while large windows and southern exposure fill the home with natural light. Upstairs, the primary suite enjoys its own private deck and seasonal views toward Manchester Harbor, joined by two additional bedrooms and a full bath. A separate, spacious suite above the heated garage offers tremendous flexibility as an office, studio, or 4th bedroom and is complete with a recently added full bath. The finished lower level provides additional living and recreation space leading to a screened-in porch. Outside, the property is every bit as special. Beautifully landscaped grounds create a private oasis in the heart of the village, with mature plantings, multiple decks, a screened porch, and fire pit offering inviting spaces to gather, entertain, or unwind. Morning coffee on the deck, summer evenings around the fire, a stroll into town for dinner, or a walk to the beach and harbor, this is a home that captures the Manchester lifestyle beautifully. Historic yet comfortable, elegant without being formal, and exceptionally well located, 12 Bennett is a rare opportunity to own a truly special home in the heart of Manchester-by-the-Sea.

12 Bennett Street, Manchester
25 Bennett St, Manchester
$1,595,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73577431 MLS
Welcome to 25 Bennett Street, a truly special Manchester-by-the-Sea home where character, comfort, light, and location come together. Set on beautiful grounds moments from the heart of the village, this three-bedroom home offers a wonderful sense of space and warmth, with two full bathrooms and a half bath, beautiful hardwood floors, a formal dining room, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The home has an inviting, comfortable quality that makes it equally suited to everyday living, entertaining, and enjoying the quiet moments that make a house feel like home.Outside, the beautiful yard offers room to relax, garden, entertain, or simply enjoy the changing seasons. There is something particularly appealing about having a lovely piece of land while being able to walk to nearly everything that makes Manchester-by-the-Sea so special.The lifestyle is exceptional. From 25 Bennett Street, the village, harbor, Singing Beach, restaurants, shopping, and commuter rail are all within walking distance. Start the morning with coffee in the village, spend the afternoon at the beach, stroll to the harbor, meet friends for dinner, or take the train into Boston. It is a rare combination of coastal beauty, village convenience, and easy access to the city. Manchester’s highly regarded public school system is also consistently recognized among the top 10 in Massachusetts.And then there is the history. Dating to circa 1674, 25 Bennett Street is believed to be the second-oldest surviving home in Manchester-by-the-Sea and one of only 61 surviving homes in Massachusetts dating from 1660 to 1700. The house began as a half house and evolved through the generations into a classic New England saltbox. More than 350 years later, its story continues- not simply as a remarkable historic home, but as a beautiful place to live and experience the very best of Manchester- by- the-Sea.

25 Bennett St, Manchester

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