25 West St, New Salem, MA 01970
$450,000 · Active
Listing now includes an additional approximately 25 acres, for a total offering of approximately 44 acres. A rare opportunity to own the iconic Hamilton Orchards, a beloved New Salem destination for generations. Protected by an Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR), this unique property offers an opportunity for qualifying agricultural operations while preserving its rich farming heritage. The approximately 19-acre parcel features a 3,000+ sq. ft. retail building with multiple walk-in coolers and freezers, expansive retail space, storage areas, and four half baths. A separate approximately 400 sq. ft. seasonal cottage historically housed orchard workers and is not a year round residence. The property also includes a greenhouse structure in need of a new cover and a small pond. The additional approximately 25-acre parcel includes approximately 30 peach trees, 60 Asian pear trees, 10 Clapp pear trees, later-season blueberries, and Serenity Hill, offering views toward the Quabbin Reservoir. The approximately 19-acre parcel also contains roughly 2 acres of blueberries with approximately 900 bushes and approximately 800 apple trees planted in the 1980s, many of which may no longer be viable. When in operation, Hamilton Orchards was known for pick-your-own apples, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, and pumpkins, along with its farm stand, bakery, cider, maple syrup, and seasonal events. Today, the property presents a rare opportunity to continue its agricultural legacy or reimagine its future within the permitted uses of the APR. Property is being sold as-is, where-is and is in need of TLC. Heating system is not operational; condition of equipment is unknown. Title V is buyer’s responsibility. Sale is subject to the Commonwealth’s right of first refusal. Buyer and buyer’s agent to perform all due diligence regarding APR requirements, permitted uses, property condition, and suitability for buyer’s intended agricultural operation.
Listing courtesy of LAER Realty Partners, the listing brokerage, 978-249-8800. MLS number 73570507.
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