One of the North Shore’s most significant Queen Anne residences, 51 Cliff Street—also known as the George Duncan House—is a stunning Gilded Age estate with ocean views in two directions. Rebuilt in 1898 by British aristocrat Lord Duncan, the nearly two-acre grounds were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and feature a pergola, red brick balustrades, and terracotta urns. The grand entry hall leads to soaring ceilings, 11 fireplaces, exquisite period details, oversized living spaces, and multiple en-suites. Two separate apartments offer flexibility for guests, inlaws or airbnb possibilities. The longtime residence of the renowned artist Norman Laliberté, whose works grace the Smithsonian, this coastal retreat includes shared ownership of Nahant’s most beautiful private beach. A rare blend of history, artistry, and seaside elegance.
- Heating System:
- Natural Gas, Fireplace, Fireplace(s)
- Cooling System:
- No
- Basement:
- Full, Partially Finished, Garage Access, Walk-out Access
- Fireplace:
- Family Room, Master Bedroom, Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
- Parking:
- Attached, Under, Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive
- Appliances:
- Disposal, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Gas Cooktop
- Construction:
- Frame, Vertical Siding
- Exterior Unit Features:
- Patio, Stone Wall
- Flooring:
- Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Other
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Style:
- Queen Anne
- Water:
- Public
- Garage Parking:
- 2
- Interior Features:
- Lighting - Sconce, Recessed Lighting, Home Office, Bathroom - Full, Closet, Entry Hall, Bathroom - 3/4, Sitting Room, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Accessory Apt., Dining Area, Live-in Help Quarters, Gallery, Country Kitchen
- Lead Paint:
- Unknown
- Waterview Features:
- Ocean, Private, Walk To, Public
- Road Type:
- Paved
- Market Time:
- 189
- Parking Spaces:
- 10
- Tax Year:
- 2025
- Status:
- Active
- Price Per Sqft:
- $513
- Zoning:
- R1
- Orig Price:
- $4,495,000
- Fireplaces:
- 11
- Waterfront:
- No
- MlsStatus:
- Active
- City:
- Nahant
- State:
- MA
- County:
- Essex
- Postal Code:
- 01908
- Longitude:
- W71° 5' 11.4''
- Latitude:
- N42° 25' 12.8''
Residential
51 Cliff Street, Nahant, Massachusetts
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Price :
- $3,995,000
- View :
- Scenic View(s)
- Bedrooms :
- 8
- Rooms :
- 27
- Total Bathrooms :
- 8.5
- Full Bathrooms :
- 8
- Half Bathrooms :
- 1
- Square Footage :
- 7,792 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 1898
- Lot Area :
- 1.93 Acre
- Listing ID :
- 73398131
- Stephen E. Robb
- View website
- 617-212-0251
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srobb@robbenterprises.com