Holt Farm, historic farm in Andover, Massachusetts
Holt Farm is a farmhouse in Andover, Massachusetts, built in 1714 and designed in Georgian style. The house features a large central chimney, exposed beams, and symmetrical windows, with the oldest section showing early 18th-century characteristics and expansions added over generations.
The property was built in 1714 by Timothy Holt, grandson of Nicholas Holt, on family land at the highest point in Essex County. The Holt family played an important role in founding Andover, with Nicholas working as a tanner and ferry operator, while his descendants served as ministers and teachers shaping the town's development.
The site is now part of the Ward Reservation and open to the public with walking paths to explore the land and historic structures. The Trustees of Reservations website provides current information about hours and special events for visitors.
The property sits at the highest point in Essex County and was once called Holt Hill, though the name briefly changed to Prospect Hill in the late 1800s before returning to its original. This elevated location gave early settlers a strategic advantage for overseeing their holdings.
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