On Presidents Day, we celebrate legacy, leadership, and the enduring architecture of the American story. Today, there is an invitation not simply to observe history, but to own a meaningful piece of it and join the lineage of stewardship this estate commands.
Built in 1795 on land gifted by George Washington and Governor George Clinton, Washington Tract Farm stands as a direct link to the founding generation. Set quietly just beyond the tree lined streets of Clinton, New York, this Federal style estate on the market for $960,000 offers what few properties in the country can claim, authenticity and permanence.
Before independence, all New York land was under the British crown, with King George III granting patents to investors and colonial leaders. Coxe’s Patent in present-day Oneida County formalized ownership of vast unsettled lands for settlers and prominent families. After the Revolution, Washington and Clinton redistributed these lands, including the 1790 deed transfer to Nathaniel Griffin, rewarding loyalty and encouraging settlement.
“This is not simply a home, it is a chapter of the American story that someone has the rare privilege to carry forward,” says listing agent Michael DeRosa. “Properties with this level of historical provenance seldom come to market, and when they do, they speak to buyers who value legacy as much as lifestyle.”
From the moment you arrive, the home makes a confident and lasting impression. Its symmetrical façade, tall pilasters, and elliptical windows reflect the ideals of early American design with proportion and strength. Hand planed doors, carved mantels, and wide plank floors attributed to early architect Isaac Williams. The gracious scale of the home, grounded in craftsmanship, is intended to endure for generations.
Spanning 5,084 square feet across two principal floors, the residence offers five bedrooms, four baths, and four unique fireplaces. Formal parlors and dining spaces invite elegant entertaining, while private quarters provide warmth and comfort.
Then there is the library. Oak paneled and architecturally rich, this extraordinary room was created by W. and J. Sloane of New York City, the celebrated design house known for furnishing the White House and some of America’s most distinguished estates.
The library is immersive, atmospheric and exudes inspiration from Hampton Court. A tailored space for collectors, thinkers, and those who understand that true luxury is found in detail and design integrity.
The 4.5 acre setting is equally compelling. A pre Civil War wrought iron fence and stone piers frame the property. Mature maples and heirloom plantings soften the landscape. Restored stone walls and open grounds echo its agrarian past. While the home offers a private oasis it is just moments from the vibrancy of Clinton village and Hamilton College. It is not a reproduction or a stylistic homage, it is a genuine article of the past.
DeRosa adds “Owning Washington Tract Farm means becoming part of a tradition of care, protecting something meaningful so it can inspire generations to come.”
On a day when the nation reflects on its founding principles, Washington Tract Farm stands as a rare asset for the discerning buyer who values heritage and thoughtful composition. Such homes are not merely bought. They are lived in, remembered, and honored. Every aspect from the hand-planed doors and carved mantels to the oak-paneled library by W. & J. Sloane, tells a story of artistry.
To own Washington Tract Farm is to carry forward a legacy that began with George Washington and Governor Clinton. It is a residence that bridges past and present and the next caretaker is given the rare privilege of continuing the story while writing their own chapter. Here, history is not only preserved, it lives.
