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Revolutionary Renovation: A Colonial Homestead Begets A Neighborhood

A rear view of the Reisfeld home, formerly the Elling’s Guest House. The Reisfelds worked with Stephen Fitch of Fitch Landscaping and Jesse Bunce of Bunce Property Services to transform an overgrown lawn space that had been plagued by invasive species into an inviting backyard and patio space. They chose pea gravel to surround the fire pit and raised-bed gardens, and created walkways out of stone salvaged from a former patio. Fitch also helped rebuild the property’s original stone retaining wall.

All photos by Winona Barton-Ballentine

Revolutionary Renovation: A Colonial Homestead Begets A Neighborhood

The Colonial homestead in Great Barrington has stood through three centuries, many owners, and a recent renovation.