13 School Street

About this home

Built in 1870 as the livery stable for Green's Landing, as Stonington was once known, this historic home has remained in one family since 1978. Purchased by an art professor and artist as a creative retreat, it has grown into a beloved family home, the same Wyeth-esque light still filling its rooms. Set broadside to the harbor, the house rises with its hillside setting so nearly every room enjoys open, south-facing water views. Original trim and built-ins remain, thoughtfully updated with respect for the home's history. White walls, wide-plank floors, and warm natural tones create a clean, minimalist feel. The living and dining room stretches along a wall of south-facing windows, while an antique tabletop beneath another wall of windows creates a favorite coffee spot. This level also includes a bedroom suite, a kitchen with open cabinetry, and a vaulted great room with loft and barn access. Upstairs are three bedrooms plus a fourth flexible room featuring a small loft and a gabled ceiling, suited as a sitting room, studio, or library. The third floor, tucked beneath the roofline with skylights overhead, is ideal as an office or studio. The walk-out lower level includes a studio with floor-to-ceiling windows, finished flex space, and utility rooms with a sink and oversized doors. The attached barn, with its dramatic wall of east-facing windows, is a truly unique space. A separate studio or workshop, once the artist's studio, offers potential as an accessory dwelling. One of the larger in-village parcels, the property features granite walls, upper and lower parking, abundant southern light, and deck plans ready for the next owner. From one artist's retreat to its next chapter, this house still offers room for everyone.