OPEN HOUSE August 22nd 12:30-2:30 - This pleasant Greek Revival house stands on land that belonged to the homestead of one of the earliest settlers of Amherst, Henry A. Nichols in 1846. The home acquired by the current owners in summer of 2014 has been lovingly restored, upgraded and updated to satisfy a contemporary lifestyle. It combines modern elegance and antique charm. A mixture of classic historical features and thoughtful touches are apparent the moment you step inside. Extensive renovations include: maple hardwood flooring, light fixtures, high efficiency furnace, hot water tank, insulation, roof on garage & house, 45 new windows/doors, Generator hook-up, appliances, ceramic farmer sink, Hickory Counter, soapstone counter, septic, irrigation, split air conditioner, paver patio, refurbished garage with home office. The heart of the home includes a comfortable light filled family room with fireplace, original beams, adjacent to this is the kitchen that flows out to a sunroom porch or into the classic dining room with original, restored wide pine floors and built in cabinets. Full attic for storage above the kitchen. The first floor bath boasts a custom tiled shower, claw foot tub. First floor bedroom with fireplace. A quaint den basking in sunlight overlooks the gardens & patio. Upstairs there are 2 full bedrooms, closet storage space, full bathroom with W/D. Amherst is known for its charm, village green, 4th of July, Halloween and best in class school district.