Antique dealers treasured 1740 estate is listed in Cape Cods Sandwich Village

A historical Cape Cod estate in the idyllic Massachusetts enclave of Sandwich Village has been brought to market for the first time in more than 40 years.Its owner, an antique dealer, meticulously restored and expanded the remarkable property.Now on the market for $2.95 million, the five-bedroom estate known as Uplands is offering a “rare” glimpse into another time, thanks to the period details that have been maintained throughout the structure, which dates to 1740.Set on nearly four acres of verdant land, the dwelling comes with a separate carriage house and a private pond.

This timeless compound is unmatched by anything else on the market, according to listing agent Jack Cotton of Sotheby’s International Realty.“To find that much land in the center of Sandwich is remarkable, and the condition of the house is just incredible for a home built in 1740,” he says.“Newer homes are tightly built, but older homes like this breathe so air and moisture don’t get trapped in and rot.”The “treasured” antique is currently owned by Cape Cod antique dealer Paul Madden and his wife, author and culinary expert Diane Madden, who purchased it in 1984.

They spent the four decades since lovingly maintaining the property.Shortly after purchasing the property, they embarked on a nearly two-year restoration project, taking great care to preserve its 18th-century roots.They also added a first-floor primary suite, expanded the kitchen, and commissioned historically inspired finishes throughout the home.However, there is still ample opportunity for a future owner to take that work to the next level, starting with the detached carriage house, which is ripe with potential.“The carriage house could be turned into a second dwelling,” Cotton notes.“There is also a pond on the property along with room for a pool.”Period highlights found throughout the 4,245-square-foot interior include custom millwork, wood-paneled walls, exposed beams, preserved hardw...