Idilic Farmhouse in Southfield

An 1828 brick Federal with real presence. 1269 Clayton Mill River Road in Southfield (New Marlborough) sits on 10 open acres of meadow, its warm red brick facade and balanced proportions standing out against rolling Berkshire fields.

Inside, the nearly 3,000-square-foot layout delivers the kind of scale that historic houses rarely manage without feeling formal. Original wide-board floors, deep window wells, and fireplaces ground the interiors in their 19th-century origins, while respectful updates keep the spaces feeling contemporary. The kitchen is functional and unfussy, oriented toward views of the land, and flows into dining and living rooms that can handle both large gatherings and quiet winter evenings. Four bedrooms and three baths are built for living in not just display.

From nearly every window, the landscape explodes. A gunite pool is set confidently into the lawn, paired with a simple, well-scaled pool house that extends summer living. Bluestone terraces and stone walls create outdoor rooms that look super chill.

A substantial barn sits off to the side—visually striking, structurally solid, and full of potential. It could become a studio, guest quarters, workshop, or whatever. And there's a two car garage. Frankly I'm shocked it's still on the market.

1269 Clayton Mill River Road, Southfield (New Marlborough) is listed for $1,900,000 by Lisa Bouchard Hoe at The Kinderhook Group.