2556 West Main Road. Road Portsmouth

Description

The Overing House is Newport Restoration Foundation’s crown jewel set at the famed and storied Prescott Farm. This gambrel-roof historic colonial home has over 3500 ft. of exquisite living space. Exceptionally high ceilings, large living and formal dining rooms, an office and large kitchen with separate informal dining area, butler pantry and power room complete the first-level. The grand entry hall features beautifully restored wood detail adorning the wide, decorative stairway. The 2nd level has 2 large bedrooms w/2 full bathrooms, spacious closets and a separate smaller bedroom or office. A staircase off the hall leads to the 3rd level w/2 more bedrooms and a half-finished attic. Period touches include the large brick and brownstone hearth fireplace in the living & dining room, wide plank floors and boxed corner posts. A fenced-in yard with bluestone patio is bordered with mature perennial garden beds set on a serene estate. Excellent views abound of this special property and it’s windmill and pastoral grounds. Three parking spaces, large basement, washer dryer hook-ups and gas heat. Water, landscaping, snow & trash removal are included in the rental fee. A rare opportunity to live in one of NRF’s most esteemed properties.