856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257 (MLS# 249330)

$875,000

856 Barnum St
Sheffield, MA 01257
MLS# 249330
Status: Closed
2 beds | 3 baths | 1753 sqft

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Sunny Deck with lots of room for dining/lounging

Views from deck, overlooking private backyard and protected land behind

Primary with custom closets and private Balcony deck

Primary Bath with soaking tub, stone floors and walls, and custom vanity with storage

Beautiful stone walls and steps to garage from front yard

Quiet dirt road, Neighbor with fresh eggs and meats!

Property Description
Modernist retreat in a pastoral Berkshire setting; an artful sanctuary where design, landscape, and light exist in quiet harmony. Designed by acclaimed architect Debra K. Reiser, this light-filled two-bedroom, three-bath home blends refined urban modernism with the stillness of the countryside. Set along a quiet dirt road beside Moon In The Pond Farm, (an eco-conscious farm) a landscape of grazing sheep and open fields exists outside your window. The home feels private yet deeply connected to nature. Completely reimagined and meticulously renovated, it offers low-maintenance luxury within an intimate, thoughtfully designed footprint. Clean architectural lines, natural textures, and carefully placed windows frame the surrounding landscape like living artwork.

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Contract Information

Current Price: $875,000

Status: Closed

List Date: 2026-04-30

Accessory Dwelling Unit: No

Sold Price: $875,000

Original List Price: 885000

Limited Service: No

Agent Interest: None

Location, Tax & Legal

Registry: South Registry

Street #: 856

Street Name: Barnum

Street Ext: St

State/Province: MA

Postal Code: 01257

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family

Sq Ft Liv Apx: 1753

Sq Ft Source: Assessor

Total Rooms: 6

Total Bedrooms: 2

Total Full Baths: 3

Total Bathrooms: 3

Garage Stalls: 1

Parking Spaces Type: Garaged & Off-Street

Surveillance: No

Year Built Apx: 1987

Year Built Source: Assessor

Yr Blt Description: Renovated Since

Lot Size Dimensions: 87556

Acres Apx: 2

Lot Size SqFt: 87120

Building Info

Exterior Color: Black

Wood Fireplace #: 2

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2026-07-02

Under Contract Date: 2026-05-22

Contingent: No

Sold Date: 2026-07-02

Sold Price: $875,000

Property Features

Restrict Covenants: Unk

Title V: Unk

Underground Oil Tank: Unk

Water: Private; Well

Sewer: Private

Easement: Unk

Survey: Unk

Right of Way: Unk

Right to Farm Comm: Yes

Flood Hazard Area: Unk

Views: Distant; Hill/Mountain

Lot Description: Adj to Protected Ld

Electric Type: 200 Amp

Style: Contemporary

Interior Amenities: Fireplace (s); Stone Countertop; Vaulted Ceilings

Exterior Amenities: Deck; Landscaped; Lighting

Appliances Incl: Dishwasher; Dryer; Freezer; Range; Refrigerator; Washer

Construction: Wood Frame

Condition: Recently Renovated

Exterior Siding: Wood

Roof: Asphalt Shingles

Basement: Finished-Partially; Full; Garage Access; Interior Access; Walkout

Floor: Carpet; Ceramic Tile; Wood

Garage: Attached

Fuel: Propane

Hot Water: Electric

Lead Paint: N/A, built 1978 or later

Zoning: Residential

Seller Disc: No

Possession: Negotiable

Financing: Cash

Supplements

Vaulted white ceilings and minimalist lighting enhance volume and light, while floor-to-ceiling glass brings the outdoors in. The open kitchen and living space centers around a sculptural stone island designed for both gathering and function, complemented by custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, a sunlit breakfast nook, and a fireplace for year-round comfort. The primary suite is privately set on its own level with a balcony, soaring ceilings, an oversized Noguchi light fixture, and sweeping mountain views. A spa-like bath features a soaking tub and marble-clad walls. A second suite on the lower level offers a fieldstone fireplace, sitting area, private bath, and direct outdoor access, while a striking spiral staircase within a barn silo form leads to a loft space with full bath ideal for guests, a creative space, den, or office. Outdoors, a private sunny deck, landscape with stone steps and walls and secondary driveway leading to a garage complete the offering. Located minutes from Sheffield and close to New York and Connecticut, enjoy nearby antiques, galleries, dining, markets, and nature trails. Effortless, architectural, and quietly luxurious, this is a home for those who value restraint, beauty, and connection to landscape over excess. A serene country escape shaped by light, landscape, and intention.

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Remarks
Full Bathroom	First	In Primary
Full Bathroom	Second	In Loft
Full Bathroom	Lower	Lower Level
Bedroom 2	Lower	Lower Level walkout
Kitchen	First	Open concept
Laundry	Lower	Located in Garage
Living Room	First	Open with room for Dining
Loft	Second	Up spiral staircase, could be 3rd bedroom
Primary Bathroom	First
Primary Bedroom	First

Listing Office: ELYSE HARNEY REAL ESTATE

Listing Agent: Lauren A. Molk

Last Updated: July - 02 - 2026

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