Narrated Video Of 78 Federal Street, Belchertown, MA MLS

Belchertown was nicknamed “Carriage Town” in the 19th century because of its thriving carriage building industry. Belchertown carriages were known across the eastern seaboard. The town’s first carriage shops were located on Federal St, before the industry shifted to the town center.

But the homes of those associated with those first carriage shops remain, including this Circa 1810 home at 78 Federal Street, which was originally owned by Park Holland, an owner of the Belchertown carriage manufactory.

This is a great opportunity to own a piece of town history.

This a three bedroom, two bath home with an attached two car garage and barn on about 8/10 of an acre, and a quick drive to Amherst Center.

The original part of the house is 40 feet long and 10 feet deep. There are two rooms on the first floor on each side of a center hallway. This part of the home has authentic historic features wide-plank flooring, 12 over 12 double hung windows, and period colors.

There are three bedrooms and a bathroom on the second floor, with one large bedroom, and two smaller bedrooms. There is also a bathroom and a walk-up attic at the top of the stairs, as well.

A later 19th century addition is where you will find the first floor bathroom and the dine-in kitchen. The spacious kitchen has ample cabinet and counter space, and a wood stove.

And the previous owner used the room behind the kitchen as a studio, but it can be used in all sorts of ways. The condition of the fireplace is unknown. ‘


This home has just under 2200 square feet of living space. And the enclosed porch opposite a newer slider provides a comfortable outdoor space.

Washer dryer hookups can can be found off this room, which can also be accessed from the hallway to the two car garage, a 20th century addition that connected the house to the two story barn.

Call Michael Seward Real Estate at 413-531-7129, or email michael.seward@comcast.net. You should also visit www.MichaelSewardRealEstate.com