The historic Battey-Barden House is a wonderfully preserved piece of RI history with timeless allure. This ca. 1816 Federal-style Colonial farmhouse, built by a prosperous Rhode Island industrialist, sits proudly on 5.1 acres that include stonewall-edged fields, a meandering stream, a large garden, abundant fruit bushes, and an inground pool with a beautiful bluestone patio. An architecturally designed, detached carriage house offers a 2-car garage, a large storage loft, and 2 horse stalls, all overlooking a fenced paddock & small pond. Inside the house, you're greeted by the warmth of wide-plank wood floors and 6 original fireplaces. The sunny, eat-in kitchen occupies the home's southern ell and includes a large island and french doors leading out to a deck. Other 1st floor rooms incl. a dining room with original beehive oven, living room, family room, den/office, and 1/2 bathroom big enough to add a shower, should you wish. Original ca. 1825 stenciling adorns the home's front entryway a special detail that led to its inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places. On the 2nd floor is a large sitting room, primary bedroom, 2nd bedroom, full bathroom, and a 3rd cozy bedroom, nursery or office. The finished 3rd floor includes a spacious 4th bedroom, plus a possible 5th bedroom, playroom, or family flex space. Scituate offers low taxes, good schools & an easy commute to Providence.