227 Boston Rd, Groton, MA 01450

Rare historic property, with heirloom-variety apple orchard, abutting APR agricultural land, at the base of Prospect Hill offers numerous possibilities. Home built by Deacon Joshua Whitney, pioneer settler of Groton, & was a garrison house in late 1600s - early 1700s. Historic details like boxed beams & wide-pine floors have been preserved. Newer (2015) kitchen opens to rear patio with stone wall & built-in firepit. Solid flue lining added to central chimney for 5 fireplaces in 1997. Chandelier & additional fixtures are handmade early American reproductions. Two mini-splits added for some heating & cooling. Artisan iron railings adorn granite steps. Shared driveway repaved July 2026. Property is south of Grotons center, minutes from Groton Hill Music Center, fine dining & shopping, & 2 private high schools. Property has been featured in movies, calendars and paintings. Current owners raised Belted Galloway cattle here. Town sewer can be extended to 100 x 36 barn at owner's expense, subject to Town approval.