Discover your perfect escape with this charming seasonal cottage offering deeded beach rights to the pristine and serene Highland Lake. Just steps from the water, this rare gem is ready to enjoy from day one. Inside, a spacious living and dining area welcomes you with a cozy pellet stove and electric fireplace , while a clever sleeping loft — accessed by a pull-down staircase — adds a touch of whimsy. Outside, the beautifully landscaped yard offers distinct spaces for play, relaxation, and meditation, complete with a large sandbox and generous storage shed. Swim, fish, and kayak right from your deeded beach, or take a peaceful walk through the woods to DAR State Forest and Upper Highland Lake. Recent upgrades include a deep well, newer roof, and frost-free piers — so the big work is already done. Motor boats are not allowed creating a true paradise for nature lovers and those seeking a quiet lakeside retreat. Many furnishings convey with the sale.
Compare this homes value and what living in Goshen offers vs Northampton! The main house was completely renovated in 2002 and was increased to its current 4000+ s/f and features an open first floor plan w/beautiful woodwork, play space, bedrooms and a stately master suite upstairs. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, sailing, canoeing, paddle boarding and fishing (no motor boats allowed), and is sited on a public road, NOT part of an association. Only 20 minutes to Northampton and within an hour to many major prep schools, Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow, and Mass MOCA! The lake also abuts the DAR state forest w/miles of trails and many ski resorts are also within one hour away. This home is on a park-like setting with fantastic water views from every room! These are just some of the many reasons why everyone falls in love with the "Goshen Ocean." The three furnished seasonal cottages can be occupied during the summer months for additional income or shared with family and or friends.
Welcome to Hammond Pond. Tucked at the end of a private, wooded canopy, this cottage is a special blend of tranquil waterfront privacy set on 6.5 acres. A long driveway opens to a bright clearing, where an enchanted & lush landscape unfolds. Lady ferns, cinnamon ferns, pachysandra & thick moss, blend seamlessly w/striking rock formations & water views. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the open-concept is filled w/natural light, featuring two oversized sliders framing a stone fireplace & lead to a sprawling deck. A well-appointed kitchen, complete w/a Bosch propane cooktop, wall range, dedicated wine refrigerator, & more windows overlook the gardens. Outside, an iconic Goshen stone fire pit invites twilight gatherings, while direct water access brings the pond to your doorstep. Conveying furnished & complete w/central air, & two utility sheds (one w/power), this retreat is a perfect balance for nature enthusiasts & recreational waterfront living.
Set on 0.83 acres in a peaceful rural setting, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath raised ranch offers a great opportunity for first-time buyers, or for those looking to build equity. While the home could benefit from some updates, it presents solid bones and plenty of potential. The interior was recently painted, creating a clean and inviting slate for your own touches. Wood floors throughout much of the house and new Luxury vinyl in the kitchen. The new septic system AND a new roof add significant value and peace of mind. Electrical panel was just updated to 200 amps. Conveniently located just moments from Rt 9, you'll enjoy a balance of country living, but with easy access to nearby amenities. Equidistant from both Northampton and Pittsfield (25 minutes). Not far from the DAR state park, where there is a beach for summer fun. Goshen is part of the Hampshire Regional School District. Here is a smart investment with room to grow.
Home is set on a quiet country street on an elevated one acre parcel. Beautiful yard with wild life galore. Home is vinyl sided, with newer vinyl replacement windows. Heat by propane hot air system and a pellet stove. Sliders lead out to an attached screen porch. Home is fully applianced. Buyers are welcome to do any home inspections they want, but they are informed that home being sold "as is." Home is currently vacant and buyers agents and buyers enter at their own risk. All offers to include signed lead paint and home inspection disclosures.
Goshen is located in Massachusetts. Goshen, Massachusetts 01032has a population of 870. Goshen 01032 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 22.81% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 27.29%.
The median household income in Goshen, Massachusetts 01032 is $95,000. The median household income for the surrounding county is $76,959 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Goshen 01032 is 52.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 10.6 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 51.9 inches per year, with 77.2 inches of snow per year.
