Holiday House Tour

December 12, 2009
10:00am to 3:00pm

Tour originates at the Norcross Center

 

Ruth Buffington & James Bremer
187 Prospect Street

This Contemporary Cape was built in 1991 by Tom Maybury. Ruth Buffington and Jim Bremer purchased the property in 2000, it was completely re-landscaped. It now boasts three stone terraced walls, fencing, and arbor and trellises, all designed and built by Jim as is much of the furniture.

Megan Donovan & Christopher Boino
201 Chestnut Street

Built in 1720 by Elijah Burt, this is the oldest house in East Longmeadow. It is a lovely colonial with 12 over 12 windows, four fireplaces and an "Underground Railroad" stairway. Megan Donovan and Christopher Boino purchased the home in 2007 and live there with their three children and their grandmother. With a theme of "green and simple", the house is decorated with greens from the yard and garden. The tree displays family and children-made ornaments. The East Longmeadow Monopoly Game will be for sale here.

Cindy and William Burke III
440 Prospect Street

This is the house we have all wanted to visit! Built in 1917, the property formerly known as the "Fisk Estate" was purchased by the Burke family in April 2003. Located on a hill, the house has picturesque views of the grounds and surrounding mountains. The circular drive winds through the large, lanscaped lawn and delivers one to the front door. Upon entering the three-story Colonial, there is a main hall that extends the full length of the house opening onto a sun room on the south side. The living room, dining room and study all boast fireplaces. It is a wonderful home to decorate for the holidays!

Heather Wasilewski & David Lieber
112 Hampden Road

This antique Georgian Colonial, built in 1802 by Ebenezer McGregory, was purchased by heather Wasilewski and David Lieber in May 2007. Heather grew up in an antique house and immediately fell in love with this property. It features a center hall with curved staircase, large living and dining rooms and a warm study. The owners have discovered there was a center chimney at one time, which was probably removed in the late 1880's. Victorian holiday decorations using natural greens will be featured. Heather, David and their two daughters, dressed in Victorian attire will welcome guests to their home. Please park on Stonehill Road and enter through the front door, Thank You

Nina and Dan Dirico
176 Millbrook Drive

This gracious Georgian Colonial, purchased by the Diricos in June 1999, features a den which is decorated with golf-pro Dan's collection of golf memorabilia. This is their favorite place to relax in the evening. "Christmas is my favorite time of year" says Nina, "I decorate inside and out!" Arrangements of greens and two real trees: one in the foyer and a twelve foot tree in the family room are fatured along with Nina's collection of Santas.

Bluebird Estates
1 Apple Blossom Lane

A new concept in independent retirement living was established on Apple Blossom Lane, East Longmeadow in early 2009. With no buy-in fee, the rental plan includes two sets of management teams, housekeeping and linen service, three meals a day, laundry facilities, cable, utilities, and unique travel program. There are over twenty apartment options available. The public rooms have an open concept design and are cheery and welcoming. For the holidays, the entry and public rooms will be decorated with trees and greens, featuring a large tree in the atrium. A model suite will also be decorated and open for the Norcross Holiday Tour.

 

Norcross Homes For The Holidays Committee

Program Chair: Joann Dirico

Houses: Linda Kern

Publicity: Joann Dirico, Merle Safford, Mary Sherry

Photography: Pete Fessenden

Program Booklet: Judie Wiezbicki, Pete Fessenden

Treasurer: Jim Davis