BlogPress February 1, 2018

Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty Announces Sale of Maplecroft Mansion by Taylor & Associates

Fall River, MA (February 1, 2018) – Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce the sale of 306 French Street, Fall River, for $600,000. Following the acquittal of the murder of her parents, the home at 306 French Street, Maplecroft Mansion, was purchased by Lizzie Borden and her sister Emma in 1893. The sellers of this famed home were represented by Robert Rutley of Taylor & Associates, Sales Associate with Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty. Taylor & Associates also facilitated the transaction for the buyers.

According to Robert, “Lizzie Borden’s Maplecroft is one of Fall River’s most important historic homes. It has been our absolute pleasure to guide this spectacularly restored Queen Anne home to its new owners that will lovingly carry on its historical tradition in the community.” Renovated to reflect the home’s original grandeur, the sale of 306 French Street includes all furniture and fixtures curated to maintain its character.

The seller of the home, Kristee Bates, adds, “Congratulations and best of luck to the new owners of Maplecroft. I hope [they] enjoy the history and the home as much as I have and wish them the best of luck moving forward.”

“We are all very excited for the opportunity to continue our efforts in preserving the history of Lizzie Borden and serving the community of Fall River,” asserts Donald Woods, the buyer, who also owns the infamous property in which Borden’s parents were murdered. Woods currently operates the Borden home as a bed and breakfast and plans to do the same with Maplecroft.

Judy Chace, Broker Co-Owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty states, “The sale of Maplecroft Mansion represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a significant piece of Fall River’s history.”

“We are pleased with the efforts the Taylor & Associates team has made since joining our firm. The sale of 306 French Street offers unique significance resulting from the notoriety of the story of Lizzie Borden,” adds Ray Mott, Broker Co-Owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty.

ABOUT MOTT & CHACE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

With a combined history of success and a reputation for representing Rhode Island’s finest properties, Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty was founded by Judy Chace and Ray Mott. The firm of over 130 agents have an established record of providing exceptional customer service to their national and international clientele with six offices in Rhode Island in Barrington, Charlestown, East Greenwich, Narragansett, Providence and Watch Hill. Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty combines local expertise with a world-renowned brand. Sotheby’s International Realty network includes over 20,000 sales associates in approximately 880 offices in 69 countries and territories. Each office is independently owned and operated.

For more information, visit the website at mottandchace.com

 

 

BlogPress December 7, 2017

Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty Announces New East Side Listing by Taylor & Associates

Providence, RI (December 7, 2017) – Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce the exclusive right to sell 75 Prospect Street, East Side of Providence. The almost 5,000 square foot historic home offers six bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms spanning three floors in the College Hill section of the East Side. Commanding the corner of Prospect and Cushing streets, the 1859 home was designed by Thomas Tefft in an Italianate style with French Second Empire influences. The home is listed at $1,800,000 by Taylor & Associates.

According to Nelson Taylor, “Taylor & Associates is so excited about this once-in-a-generation College Hill listing, the exquisitely restored Sampson & Eliza Almy House (1859) that has been in the same family since 1966.”

Complete with a ballroom parlour and library, 75 Prospect Street features 12-foot ceilings on the first floor and offers four functioning fireplaces. The 6,100 square foot lot showcases professionally landscaped grounds with modern irrigation and refined perimeter fencing.

Judy Chace, Broker Co-Owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty states, “The addition of the team of Taylor & Associates has been a seamless fit with our company and brand.”

“The East Side offers historic homes second to none in our state. We are pleased to have assumed the listing at 75 Prospect Street by these esteemed agents in our Providence office,” adds Ray Mott, Broker/Co-Owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty.

For more information or to schedule a showing, contact Taylor & Associates at 401.214.1524 or taylor.associates@mottandchace.com.

ABOUT MOTT & CHACE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

With a combined history of success and a reputation for representing Rhode Island’s finest properties, Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty was founded by Judy Chace and Ray Mott. The firm of over 130 agents have an established record of providing exceptional customer service to their national and international clientele with six offices in Rhode Island in Barrington, Charlestown, East Greenwich, Narragansett, Providence and Watch Hill. Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty combines local expertise with a world-renowned brand. Sotheby’s International Realty network includes over 20,000 sales associates in approximately 880 offices in 69 countries and territories. Each office is independently owned and operated.

For more information, visit the website at mottandchace.com

BlogPress September 7, 2017

Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty Announces the Exclusive Right to Sell Maplecroft Mansion: Former Home of Lizzie Borden

Fall River, MA (September 7, 2017) – Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce the exclusive right to sell the property located at 306 French Street, Fall River, Massachusetts: The Maplecroft Mansion. Commissioned in 1889 by Charles Allen and sold to Lizzie and Emma Borden in 1893, the Queen Anne Victorian is located in Fall River’s Highlands District.

Following the acquittal of the murder of her parents, Lizzie Borden resided in Maplecroft until her death in 1927. The current owner has meticulously restored the property to its original splendor. The 4,000 square foot home features 8 bedrooms, 3 ½ bathrooms and 6 fireplaces. The home is being offered for sale completely furnished and has a variance to operate as a bed and breakfast. The home has been a private residence since it’s restoration: unseen by the public.

“We are thrilled to be able to offer this iconic Fall River property for sale. Maplecroft is one of the most important historic properties in the city and the current owner has lovingly restored every historic detail. This home was a labor of love for Ms. Borden, and the current owner has renewed that sentiment,” states Robert Rutley of Taylor & Associates, listing agents of the property with Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty.

Current owner Kristee Bates adds, “I feel so blessed and honored to have had the opportunity to restore such a significant piece of history.  The friendships and the people I met during renovation was of great value.  My hope is that the future owners will maintain Maplecroft ‘s historical integrity and love her as much as I have.”

“The Maplecroft Mansion is a unique and intriguing offering in Fall River. We are happy that the Taylor & Associates team has listed this property with such noteworthy historical significance,” adds Judy Chace, Broker/Co-Owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty.

According to Ray Mott, Broker/Co-Owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty, “The trial of Lizzie Borden was a national affair in the late 1800s. We are pleased to have listed a property with such a fascinating background.”

A referral from Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty, the Maplecroft Mansion is offered at $849,900 by Taylor & Associates. Contact Robert Rutley or Robin Lake at 401.214.1524 or email taylor.assoicates@mottandchace.com. For full listing information, click here.

ABOUT MOTT & CHACE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

With a combined history of success and a reputation for representing Rhode Island’s finest properties, Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty was founded by Judy Chace and Ray Mott. The firm of over 130 agents have an established record of providing exceptional customer service to their national and international clientele with six offices in Rhode Island in Barrington, Charlestown, East Greenwich, Narragansett, Providence and Watch Hill. Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty combines local expertise with a world-renowned brand. Sotheby’s International Realty network includes over 21,000 sales associates in approximately 900 offices in 68 countries and territories. Each office is independently owned and operated.

For more information, visit the website at mottandchace.com.

News June 9, 2017

Taylor & Associates Affiliates with Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty

Providence, RI (June 9, 2017) – Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce that the Taylor & Associates team, formerly Taylor & Company with William Raveis, has affiliated with the firm. The team, composed of Nelson Taylor, Robert Rutley, Rachael Dotson and Robin Lake, offer industry expertise and a combined 40 years of real estate experience.

“The Taylor & Associates team embraces the structure of a small, collaborative team to ensure extreme attention to details and nuances of negotiation. Streamlining the sales and purchasing process for clients is paramount for Taylor and his team. Each team member brings a refined skillset to the group with the collective goal of providing their clients with the highest level of customer service and sales results attainable,” asserts Judy Chace, Broker and Co-Owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty.

“We could not be happier to affiliate with Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty,” asserts Taylor. “As one of the top producing real estate teams on the East Side of Providence and throughout the metroplex, it’s the perfect blend of proven local success mixed with a dynamic international brand.”

“We are pleased to welcome the dynamic Taylor & Associates team. A perfect fit in our Providence office, we look forward to many successful years with these agents as a part of the Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty family,” adds Ray Mott, Broker and Co-Owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty.

The Taylor & Associates team will continue to provide their clients with the extraordinary service they have come to expect while connecting them with the global network of Sotheby’s International Realty®.

ABOUT MOTT & CHACE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

With a combined history of success and a reputation for representing Rhode Island’s finest properties, Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty was founded by Judy Chace and Ray Mott. The firm of over 130 agents have an established record of providing exceptional customer service to their national and international clientele with six offices in Rhode Island in Barrington, Charlestown, East Greenwich, Narragansett, Providence and Watch Hill. Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty combines local expertise with a world-renowned brand. Sotheby’s International Realty network includes over 20,000 sales associates in approximately 880 offices in 69 countries and territories. Each office is independently owned and operated.

For more information, visit the website at mottandchace.com