The sprawling historic cabin on Goose Lane in Granville
A COVETABLE GRANVILLE CHARMER Written by: Amelia Jeffers / Photography by James Henthorn
In 1805, a group of businessmen in Granville, Massachusetts jumped on the opportunity to acquire a large tract of military land in the new state of Ohio. Forming the Licking Land Company, the group purchased 29,000 acres of rolling forests and fields in the valley of the Licking River for $48,000 – a little over $1,000,000 today. With precision and thought, they planned a sister town for their growing community and invited the adventurous among them to head west to make their way in Granville, Ohio. More than 200 years later, one of the most unique historic residences in this charming community is on the market for just a little more than those speculators paid for the entire town (in today’s dollars, of course). An expansive, authentic log cabin sits at 4072 Goose Lane, surrounded by nearly 800 acres of privatelyowned undeveloped land – much of which is in a conservation easement. The private retreat has been stewarded by only a handful of people across its history. Like many old houses, it has seen multiple additions over the years, but fortunately the current owner had an eye and heart for preserving the historic character and integrity of design. The tree-lined drive on Goose Lane winds through rolling terrain until guests are greeted by an unassuming gated entrance and restored guest house. The "Enchanted Cabin," has not only an inviting front porch but also a viewing deck overlooking a perfectly16 slmag.net
groomed semi-professional riding arena. Inside, an open layout includes a magical and cozy living space complete with a sitting room, a full bath, and a lofted sleeping room perfect for kids. The relaxed but well-appointed cabin is an ideal respite for guests who want a weekend getaway to hike, hunt, or ride through paths etching the surrounding hills which are often utilized by the local fox chasing club. Outside, the grounds blend seamlessly with the natural landscape: the warm wood and natural stone exteriors nestle into a lush yard accessible by pea gravel walkways set with large fieldstone pavers. The stables sit just behind the main home, providing a serene view of split-rail fenced paddocks and animal shelters that look like a scene straight from the English countryside. Beyond equestrian sports, the property has provided the family a framework for enjoying all manner of animal husbandry. Chickens and guinea hens enjoy a large outdoor running area where they are protected from local wildlife. The adjacent goat shed most recently held a small herd of alpacas, the shaved coats of which have been used to spin handmade yarn. Even the barn cats are afforded an extravagant existence, with heated beds inside neat little individual tents. The animals are well-loved, and the woodlands around the property have been etched with riding and hiking paths, which are often utilized by the local fox-chasing club.
