Historic Shady Bend Farm

A rare 1760 Unionville residence on 1.964 acres beside approximately 44 acres of preserved meadow, woodland, and town open space offered at $780,000.

78 W District Rd Unionville, Connecticut

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Built
1760

Residence
3 Bedrooms 1.5 Baths

Living Area
1,879 Sq. Ft

Homesite
1.964 Acres

Preserved Setting
Approx. 44 acres

Experience Shady Bend Farm

Take a cinematic look at the home, grounds, and surrounding landscape. From aerial views of the open setting to the historic residence itself, this video introduces the scale, character, and natural beauty that define 78 W District Rd.

A Historic Unionville Setting

Built in 1760. Surrounded by preserved beauty.

A suburban house surrounded by trees in bright daylight with clear blue sky

Welcome to Shady Bend Farm, a rare historic residence at 78 W District Rd in Unionville, Connecticut. Built in 1760 and set on 1.964 acres, the home offers early New England character in a setting defined by mature trees, open meadow views, and the quiet beauty of adjoining preserved land.

Here, the story is bigger than the house alone. The property adjoins a 27-acre Farmington Land Trust preserve, with 17 acres of Farmington Town Open Space to the north. These preserved areas remain closed to the general public.

A Rare Preserved-Land Backdrop

Lush, green & protected land

The home’s own 1.964-acre parcel is only part of the setting. Shady Bend Farm adjoins a 27-acre Farmington Land Trust preserve, with 17 acres of Farmington Town Open Space to the north.

Historic Character

Built in 1760, the residence carries the presence and charm of early New England architecture while offering a livable Unionville address.

Preserved-Land Setting

Set on 1.964 acres beside approximately 44 acres of preserved meadow, woodland, and town open space, the property enjoys a rare sense of openness, privacy, and natural beauty.

Farmington Valley Location

Located in Unionville, the home offers access to Farmington Public Schools, trails, cultural destinations, and everyday conveniences.

Shady Bend Farm is located in Unionville, part of the Town of Farmington, with access to the broader Farmington Valley lifestyle. Nearby attractions include the Farmington River Trail and Farmington Canal Heritage Trail, which together are described by Farmington tourism as among the picturesque and historic greenways in New England.

Farmington and Unionville were also designated Connecticut cultural districts, with cultural institutions including Hill-Stead Museum, the Unionville Museum, Stanley-Whitman House, and the Farmington Village Green and Library Association.

Close to trails, culture, schools, and everyday convenience

Unionville & Farmington Valley

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A scenic aerial view of a lush green landscape with dense trees, a few houses scattered across the area, and rolling hills under a sky filled with large, fluffy clouds.

Served by Farmington Public Schools

Nearby Farmington Public Schools include West District School, West Woods Upper Elementary, Irving A. Robbins Middle School, and Farmington High School. Approximate driving times range from 1–5 minutes for the closest schools to about 10–14 minutes for Irving A. Robbins Middle School.