Part of the reason why this Colonial farmhouse is so pleasing to the eye? Double-hung windows on either side of the front door balance the facade and help it look even more symmetrical. Trimmed hedges and twin planters accentuate this detail.

A stone retaining wall and trimmed hedges make the entrance to this 1820s Colonial farmhouse look even more stately. As guests follow the brick walkway up to the front door, they'll be able to fully admire the double-hung windows, gabled roof and original chimneys.

Thanks to its position on a private knoll, this 1820s Colonial farmhouse enjoys views of treetops as well as The Silvermine River. Original stone walls wrap around the property, too, and add to the home's fairytale charm.

Though it seems secluded on its private knoll, this Colonial farmhouse in New Canaan, Conn. is actually only a few minutes drive from downtown and within walking distance to Graybarns, a historic inn. The property consists of a main house and a six-car garage.