Duxbury's historic former Odd Fellows hall hits the market for $3.1M

"Built in 1896 by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, 535 Washington St. was originally known as Mattakeesett Hall. Once a gathering space known for the Odd Fellows' love of plays, late-night balls, and silent movies, the space served as the largest gathering hall in Duxbury. Converted into a private residence in 1975, the six-bed, four-and-a-half bath home, which measures 8,560 square feet, maintains the unique historic character of its past with the generous space and livability fit for generational living."

"Upon entering the Queen Anne-style home, there's a kitchen on your left. On your right, you'll find the remains of an old ticket booth in the wall. Enter the 2,400-square-foot great room, where 17-foot ceilings cascade overhead. Stunning sconces salvaged from a church in Duxbury hang overhead. You'll see several steps, which are remnants of the stage, that now lead up to a wall. Behind that wall is a one-bedroom guest apartment with a deck."

"On the way to the second floor, a secret door leads to a room that once housed a projection room for movies. The second floor's great room boasts stunning curved tin ceilings that measure around 15 feet high. A gas-burning fireplace and several windows stream in natural light. The room opens up to a spacious kitchen with views of the Duxbury Bay and the beach. Stainless steel SubZero appliances are ideal for any home cook, while a large sitting area is perfect for relaxing."

Mattakeesett Hall at 535 Washington St. in Duxbury was built in 1896 by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and later converted into a private residence in 1975. The six-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath, 8,560-square-foot Queen Anne-style home sits waterfront between Bluefish River and Snug Harbor and ranks among the tallest homes in town. Interior highlights include a 2,400-square-foot great room with 17-foot ceilings, salvaged church sconces, remnants of a stage, a one-bedroom guest apartment, and an elevator serving three floors. The second-floor great room features 15-foot curved tin ceilings, a gas-burning fireplace, abundant light, and a kitchen with SubZero appliances and bay views.

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