Have you ever thought about what Christmas was like during the Victorian period (late 1800′s)? Travel back in time and get a glimpse of a Victorian Christmas on Sunday, December 12 between 5pm and 8pm on Farmington Avenue in Hartford's West End. The Harriet Beecher Stowe and Mark Twain homes will be authentically decorated and the halls will echo the sounds of the season. Take a carriage ride around Nooks Farm. Enjoy hot cocoa, sweets, carolers, and music as you experience an 1880′s Christmas celebration in two of Hartford's most famous historic homes. Admission is $20 for Adults an $10 for children. Maria HaganHartford CT Real Estate AgentEast Hartford CT Real Estate AgentWethersfield CT Real Estate AgentRocky Hill CT Real Estate AgentHomes for Sale in Greater Hartford CT Follow Mari... 12/10/2010

A prominent industrialist, George C. F. Williams, built the Georgian Revival style residence in 1909 at 990 Prospect Avenue in Hartford CT's West-End. In 1943 the State of Connecticut decided that the Governor should have a "special" house, much like the President has the White House. The State acquired the home in 1943, renovated it, and the first Governor occupied the home sometime in 1945.   During the early 1990′s, the first lady of then Gov. Lowell Wiecher, started an annual tradition - a holiday open house. The Governor invites the public to tour the festively decorated first floor of the residence each year in early December. Local merchants and organizations donate the decorations in each room. The decorations change every year making each open house a new experience. Each visi... 12/05/2010

  Young buyers are attracted to the excitement and convenience of living in the city! There is a trend towards buying homes within walking distance of shopping, restaurants and the local pub. Living in the city usually means a shorter commute and a yard that requires less than 2 hours per week to maintain. This home at 149 Beacon Street in Hartford's West End combines a super-convenient location with many updates attractive to today's buyers: bathroom with whirlpool tub & newer kitchen! This is a great home for casual entertaining or private relaxation! 02/03/2010