For nearly four decades, the creator of the beloved children's series "Arthur," Marc Brown, and his wife Laurene Krasny Brown have enjoyed their private haven at 180 Pilot Hill Farm Road on Martha's Vineyard. The storybook estate, a testament to the couple's artistic sensibilities, is now on the market for $6.9 million, Boston.com reports. With 7.8 acres of meticulously curated landscapes and an antique farmhouse at its core, this property has been a source of inspiration and a workspace for its artist owners.
Tea Lane Associates describes the main residence, which dates back to 1730, as a lovingly restored space balancing original features with modern updates. The estate offers a myriad of unique outbuildings, including an art studio, carriage house, and a guest house that extends the living space into the natural landscape that, envelops the property. Notable details include hand-painted Siberian Elm floors and multiple fireplaces adorned with Marc Brown's own artwork.
The estate's potential for creative work and repose have been actualized in its various structures. The transformation of historic buildings into functional studios speaks to the Browns' creative vision. "They made it like stepping into a storybook or stepping into another time," broker Elle Lash shared in an interview with , reflecting on how these spaces have been adapted to serve both artistic endeavors and domestic life.
Beyond the residence, the property offers a tranquil screened-in porch, perfect for connecting with the surrounding acreage filled with mature trees, stone walls, and a pond. The heated saltwater pool is another highlight, set against a backdrop that could be, straight out of a picturesque tale. According to Tea Lane Associates, the location provides both seclusion and convenience, being only minutes away from local shops, restaurants, and the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
This listing emerges as Marc Brown, ventures into new creative territories, his experience with the estate seemingly interwoven into his latest endeavors. The small stone bridge on the property, in particular, provided inspiration for a character in Brown's new HBO animated series, "HOP," about a diverse group of animal friends. "Many parts of the property were inspiration for his characters, including this little troll that lives under the bridge [in 'HOP'] that you drive over to get to the property," Alexis Holden, co-listing agent on the property, told Boston.com.
