This important, historic property contributes to the greater conservation mosaic of our region by providing a North / South and potential East / West greenway corridor. Its proper management is critical to protecting Haley Brook, a future water source for Groton.
Time is of the essence as the property is under the threat of development! A subdivision has been approved, but is being appealed, so we need to work quickly to line up conservation options and make an offer on the property!
The developer plans to build nearly 30 houses on lots ranging in size from 1/3 to 1 acre, using the Ledyard Open Space Plan for Development. The proposed open space will consist of the existing wetlands and a site previously used for mining gravel, sand and topsoil. Ledge Light Health District testified their concerns for overland watershed contamination and the density and proximity of wells & septic systems.
We are asking friends and neighbors of the Watrous Farm to make a monetary contribution toward our effort to preserve the land! Prior to fundraising for potential acquisition, there are costs of applying for grants, environmental evaluations, mapping, appraisals and more.
Friends of the Watrous Farm was founded by a group of Ledyard residents who are committed to supporting the highest and best use for this historic farmland. We believe that the historic farms of Ledyard are among the greatest assets we have and must be preserved and valued as such.
Please visit out Facebook Page to learn more about us!
THE HISTORY
The Nathan Watrous Farm is one of the last historically significant, unaltered pieces of property in ‘Quakertown’, Ledyard, CT. The Watrous Farm was passed down through the family for many generations. The farmhouse and the many outbuildings express a value of economy, ingenuity, and resourcefulness. The beautifully built stone retaining walls, pasture walls, and granite foundations reveal a passion and mastery of stonework.
This historic property was purchased from the Watrous family in March 2009 by developers. The company split off and sold the original farmhouse and outbuildings, retaining the back 54+ acres for development. For nearly a decade the development group has presented various plans for developing this property and finally, in January of 2016, they were able to gain approval for a 29 lot subdivision.
The current owners / stewards of the Nathan Watrous Farmhouse, Jon Day & Katie Scanlon, seek to maintain the historic property as farm homestead and an important part of Ledyard's history. They continue to maintain a small orchard of apple, peach, and pear trees, berries, grapes, and an ever-growing flower and vegetable garden.
Join us in preserving the Historic Watrous Farm land, the greenway corridor and the future water source for Groton!
Time is of the essence as the property is under the threat of development! A subdivision has been approved, but is being appealed, so we need to work quickly to line up conservation options and make an offer on the property!
The developer plans to build nearly 30 houses on lots ranging in size from 1/3 to 1 acre, using the Ledyard Open Space Plan for Development. The proposed open space will consist of the existing wetlands and a site previously used for mining gravel, sand and topsoil. Ledge Light Health District testified their concerns for overland watershed contamination and the density and proximity of wells & septic systems.
We are asking friends and neighbors of the Watrous Farm to make a monetary contribution toward our effort to preserve the land! Prior to fundraising for potential acquisition, there are costs of applying for grants, environmental evaluations, mapping, appraisals and more.
Friends of the Watrous Farm was founded by a group of Ledyard residents who are committed to supporting the highest and best use for this historic farmland. We believe that the historic farms of Ledyard are among the greatest assets we have and must be preserved and valued as such.
Please visit out Facebook Page to learn more about us!
THE HISTORY
The Nathan Watrous Farm is one of the last historically significant, unaltered pieces of property in ‘Quakertown’, Ledyard, CT. The Watrous Farm was passed down through the family for many generations. The farmhouse and the many outbuildings express a value of economy, ingenuity, and resourcefulness. The beautifully built stone retaining walls, pasture walls, and granite foundations reveal a passion and mastery of stonework.
This historic property was purchased from the Watrous family in March 2009 by developers. The company split off and sold the original farmhouse and outbuildings, retaining the back 54+ acres for development. For nearly a decade the development group has presented various plans for developing this property and finally, in January of 2016, they were able to gain approval for a 29 lot subdivision.
The current owners / stewards of the Nathan Watrous Farmhouse, Jon Day & Katie Scanlon, seek to maintain the historic property as farm homestead and an important part of Ledyard's history. They continue to maintain a small orchard of apple, peach, and pear trees, berries, grapes, and an ever-growing flower and vegetable garden.
Join us in preserving the Historic Watrous Farm land, the greenway corridor and the future water source for Groton!