Active
6590 Lake Road South, Sweden NY 14420
MLS# R1676215
$399,999
Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,869
Living Area (Sq.Ft.)
0.95
Lot Area (Acres)
$399,999
Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,869
Living Area (Sq.Ft.)
0.95
Lot Area (Acres)
Illustrating one of the most enchanting architectural styles to emerge from 19th-century America, this Carpenter Gothic home and barn—gracefully positioned at the corner of Lake Road South and Reed Road—feel as though they’ve been lifted from the pages of a storybook. Inspired by the European Gothic Revival movement, the property offers a rare chance to own not just a home, but a piece of living history in a world of cookie-cutter construction. <br> <br>Built in 1849 for John B. Reed, son of Sweden’s first Town Supervisor, and reflecting the influence of celebrated designer Andrew Jackson Downing, the home stands as a testament to craftsmanship and character that has endured for generations. Steeply pitched roofs, intricate woodwork, vertical siding, and ornate trim create a silhouette that is both striking and timeless. <br> <br>Inside, the home invites you to become part of its story. Spacious bedrooms, soaring ceilings, and a full walk-up attic offer both comfort and possibility. Two staircases—one a graceful, curving centerpiece, the other a practical secondary passage—speak to the home’s thoughtful design and historic functionality. Carefully considered updates, including replacement windows, a newer boiler, modernized electrical, fresh paint, and selective flooring and fixture enhancements, ensure that today’s conveniences complement its historic soul. <br> <br>Outdoors, the rhythm of life slows. Two welcoming porches and a private concrete patio tucked behind the home create intimate spaces for quiet mornings or gatherings with friends and family. Nearby, the multi-story Gothic barn—sheltered by a newer roof—stands ready for its next purpose, whether as a workshop, studio, or imaginative restoration. <br> <br>With a double septic system already in place, the property is uniquely suited for a return to its past life as a bed and breakfast, or for new possibilities in short-term rental ventures within the Town of Sweden. <br> <br>6590 Lake Road South is more than a residence—it is a legacy entrusted to its next steward, offering the rare opportunity to preserve the past while shaping its future. Delayed Negotiations until 6/4 at Noon
Status
Active
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year Built
1849
Parcel Number
265289-114-030-0001-033-000
Unit Number
--
Lot Features
Agricultural, Corner Lot, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Levels
Two
Lot Size Dimensions
144X219
Stories
2
Bath Rooms Full
3
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Property Condition
Resale
Elementary School District
Brockport
Middle Or Junior School District
Brockport
High School District
Brockport
Location
Listing Agent
James Hinman
Listing Office
Howard Hanna
Owner Name
--
Owner Phone
--
Possession
Closing
Special Listing Conditions
Standard
Listing Terms
Cash, Conventional, F H A, Usda Loan, Va Loan
Listing Agreement
ExclusiveRightToSell
Listing Contract Date
2026-04-25
Fire Places Total
2
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Den, Separate Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat In Kitchen, Guest Accommodations, See Remarks, Walk In Pantry, Window Treatments, Bedroom On Main Level, In Law Floorplan
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Varies
Laundry Features
Upper Level
Fire Place
true
Cooling Features
Zoned
Heating
true
Heating Features
Propane, Zoned, Baseboard, Hot Water
Appliances
Built In Range, Built In Oven, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Window Features
Drapes
Garage
false
Garage Spaces
0
Architectural Style
Victorian
Exterior Features
Gravel Driveway, Patio
Water Source
Well
Sewer
SepticTank
Roof
Asphalt, Architectural, Shingle
Other Structures
Barns,Outbuilding
Utilities
Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Parking Features
No Garage, Driveway, Other
Foundation Details
Stone
Basement
Exterior Entry, Full, Walk Up Access, Sump Pump
Construction Materials
Cedar, Copper Plumbing, Pex Plumbing
Patio And Porch Features
Open, Patio, Porch
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