This is Briar Hill, a magnificent turn-of-the-century home built in 1895, crafted from beautiful Jacobsville sandstone and masonry. This charming residence features 4 bedrooms, 2.25 baths, and boasts original woodwork, built-ins, pocket doors, high ceilings, transom windows, and stunning stained glass throughout. You'll be captivated by the amazing views of the Portage Canal from this meticulously maintained Hancock property. As you approach, you'll be welcomed by a beautifully kept rose garden. Upon entering, you'll find a spacious kitchen complete with a walk-in pantry. From there, you'll move into the formal dining room, followed by two additional roomsa formal living room and a versatile den/office/music roomall offering incredible water views. The formal foyer includes a convenient side entrance. The upper level features four bedrooms, one with a half bath and an attached sitting room or nursery. A full bathroom is also located on this floor. The full-size attic, on the 3rd floor, presents an excellent opportunity to create a luxurious master suite. On the first floor, a side entrance leads to a full-length porch overlooking the water, perfect for enjoying the wonderful views with a cup of tea. Below the porch, you'll discover a truly enchanting garden filled with numerous rose bushes, hydrangeas, peonies, and a variety of other flowering plants. A charming path winds through the garden, leading to another comfortable sitting area with a fire ring. This remarkable property truly needs to be experienced in person to be fully appreciated. We invite you to schedule a showing today. **NOTICE** All information is believed to be accurate but is not warranted. Buyers are recommended to inspect all aspects of the property and bear all risks for any inaccuracies. Buyers are to verify all information, including but not limited to, estimated acreage, lot size, square footage, and utilities (availability and associated costs). Buyers should not assume their taxes will be the same as the sellers present tax bills. Taxes are subject to change (could be significant) and the property will be reassessed by the municipality after the sale is completed. Taxes are not zero.**OFFERS** A 72-hour response time is requested on offers. The seller, at the seller's sole discretion, with or without notice, reserves the right to set and/or modify offer submission and response deadlines.

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