Stephen's Blog

When Bing Crosby sang of a White Christmas, I don’t doubt that a New England Christmas was on his mind. With this weekend’s snowy forecast, it will be beginning to look a lot like Christmas very soon here in Litchfield County, and my mind is already turned toward the holidays, spending time with ...

Architectural style silently announces a town’s history and feel, so naturally, the New England landscape, peppered with old saltbox capes and time-wizened steeples, depends upon its architecture for a generous portion of its charm. Because of architecture’s cruciality to a place's history and ge...

Every now and then I like to post to my blog a Litchfield County property of truly exceptional quality. This home in Winchester, CT, is such a one.If ever you have longed to escape to a secret garden all your own--pine no more: your search is over.  These 6.6 acres boast Oriental gardens, a garde...

Being as it is Litchfield County´s greatest urban neighbor, New York City´s news is of great interest to me. I was surprised and pleased to read a few days ago that New York state will grant 38 million dollars in funds to support the development of 730 housing units which will accomdoate 879 beds...

A few posts ago I asserted that familiarity with history is a tremendously important aspect of being a good resident of your particular town and enjoying the pride of place that so rightly accompanies living in the many lovely towns of Litchfield County. For this, every now and then I´d like to g...

While perusing The Litchfield County Times online, I came across this article detailing controversial plans to increase cell phone service in and around Litchfield county.Verizon is discussing an 80-foot cell phone tower to be placed in Sharon, Connecticut, on the border of Litchfield County’s Co...

When you purchase a truly fine home the instinct to bring out its special character and outfit it with all the best is only natural. Whether you are owner of a modern classic, a cozy antique or a serene lakefront lodge, antique furnishings are always appropriate and stylish. Luckily, Litchfield C...

While reading the November issue of Passport Magazine, I came across a very interesting article concerning Connecticut education. Connecticut is well known as home to some of our Nation´s top tier public schools, which makes residence in the state a very attractive choice for families with young ...

Here´s a great new property that reminds me of why I love to live in New England. This charming log cabin has the best of modern conveniences and rustic New England charm! Located in Litchfield County´s New Milford, Connecticut, it sits on three scenic acres of land. Wildlife and babbling brooks...

It is common knowledge to those in the real estate world that when selling a home, showing it to prospective buyers unfurnished is a huge mistake. For many buyers it is disheartening and underwhelming to visit a home devoid of human presence and vibrant touches that convey that it is inhabited a...