Set just outside the center of New Ipswich, this beautifully restored colonial offers the character of hand-planed wood and the comfort of modern living. The heart of the home includes custom cherry cabinets, soapstone sinks and counters, a built in grill, antique cook-stove, as well as a modern gas range and stainless steel appliances. Hardwood floors throughout, this home is a showcase of 18th century woodwork: wainscoting, paneled walls and doors, beams, multiple fireplaces, one of them huge. And that woodwork continues on the second floor in spacious bedrooms, including a private master suite. Currently town-approved as a professional office, it offers one to two meeting spaces on the second floor, as well as a waiting room, separate entrance, and half bath. Work hard and relax with incredible views from multiple bay windows or from the sun porch, screened porch, and deck that overlook a park like landscape. A brand new 4 bedroom septic system has just been carefully sited to retain the beauty of the gardens. Living here you can enjoy the blooms of spring, the fruits of summer, the color of fall, and gracious accommodations for holiday gatherings.