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THE BUGGY WHIP FACTORY was built in 1792 in Southfield, Massachusetts. Currently in the process of permitting for several live/work lofts. Turner and Cook Co. best known for the production of leather halters, leather covered mallets, leather power belts for power equipment and buggy whips was formed in 1888 and served as a tannery for almost two centuries expanding to its current size and finally closing in 1976.
In the 1980's the property was converted to a mixed use merchandising venue consisting of antiques and specialty shops. Many successful artisans have worked their magic within the walls of the Buggy Whip Factory; furniture makers, fabric printing, clothing designers, antique dealers and a well known restauranteur. Today the 19,000 square foot building has a strong tenant history including the Post Office, Farm Country Soups, a Home Improvement Center, several offices, and the Antique Market.
The main factory structure is wood on a stone foundation with variable ceiling heights and variable interior spacial configurations. The exterior is shiplap novelty siding painted white while the brick section of the building is used as the cafe and kitchen. There are three outlying artisan cottages, one of which has been converted into a charming residential unit of 576 square feet. All of this is just steps away from the Duck Pond.
There have been many recent upgrades to the property including a new roof over the main section of the building, all new sheathing, all new soffits and fascia boards, foundation work and fresh paint. Perfect time for a new owner occupied business to come to town and take advantage of this incredible space.
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007C
| Price: | $ 495,000 |
| Where: | SOUTHFIELD, MA, USA |
| County: | Berkshire |
| Baths: | 8 |
| Square Ft: | 19000 |
| Acres: | 2.20 |
| Style: | FACTORY/MILL |
| Taxes: | $4100/yr |
| Year Built: | 1792-1888 |
| Status: | |
| Interior: | FLEXIBLE SPACE |
| Exterior: | TOY TRAIN, DUCK POND, LIGHTING, LOTS OF PARKING |
| Equipment: | DSL, ALARM SYSTEM, 4 CIRCUIT BREAKERS, PROPANE FURNACES, BASEBOARD HOT WATER HEAT, SOME THROUGH THE WALL GAS HEATER UNITS, EXTERIOR LIFT, PRIVATE WATER SUPPLY, 2,000 GALLONS SEPTIC TANK WITH GREASE TRAP, EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
