Miscoe Brook Preserve - A subdivision of unique high quality new homes in Grafton, Massachusetts. New homes built with character, qualilty and elegance.

Incorporated as a town in 1735, Grafton is rich in history dating back to the 1600s when it was originally occupied by the Nipmuck Indians. Grafton was then known as Hassanamisco (place of small stones). The Town of Grafton was named for Charles Fitzroy, Duke of Grafton.

Grafton is now home to a diverse population of 14,894 residents. Although the town has grown, much of its typical New England landscape remains unchanged. The town is committed to maintaining open space with designated areas of conservation land. Many of the original homes of Grafton still stand throughout the town. These historical homes compliment the landscape and bring us back to the nostalgia of years gone by. Miscoe Brook Preserve hopes to recapture this feeling with its Greek Revival inspired homes set on two existing scenic roads.

History prevails in Grafton as one passes through the Grafton Common, a four acre parcel of land set aside in 1738 as common land for the community. Bordering the Common are many exquisite antique buildings including the old Town Hall, now the site of unique shops, a Tea House and the Historical Society. Other landmarks on the Grafton Common include the public library, charming churches, the Grafton Country Store, and the Grafton Inn, known centuries ago as Hotel Kirby. Possibly the most noteworthy landmark in Grafton is the Willard House and Clock Museum. The Willard House was built in 1716 by Joseph Willard. Four of Joseph's grandsons went on to become famous clockmakers. Their works are displayed on site at the Willard Clock Museum, which is recognized nationally by the National Register of Historic Places.

As Grafton has grown, lovely new neighborhoods have emerged across the town. In response to the growing numbers of children, a beautiful new elementary school was built. The sense of community is rich in Grafton for children and adults alike with many organizations, volunteer groups and churches with which to become involved: Apple Tree Arts, Community Harvest Project, Friends of the Grafton Public Libraries, Grafton D.O.G., Grafton Garden Club, Grafton Historical Society, Grafton Lake Sox (Senior Babe Ruth League), Grafton Land Trust, Grafton Lions Club, Grafton Soccer Club, Polish National Home Association and more. Numerous links to the non-profit organizations in Grafton can be found at www.grafton-ma.org.

Grafton is ideally located in close proximity to the Massachusetts Turnpike, Interstates 290, 395 and 495, and Routes 9, 20 and 146. There are two MBTA Commuter Rail Stations nearby in Grafton and Westborough providing convenient access to Worcester and Boston's Back Bay and South Stations. www.MBTA.com

Schools and Community

Grafton Public Schools:

Dr. Joseph Connors, Superintendent, 30 Providence Road, Grafton 01519….508 839-5421

Grafton High School, 24 Providence Road, Grafton 01519….508 839-5425

Grafton Middle School, 60 North Street, Grafton 01519….508 839-5420

Grafton Elementary School, 105 Millbury Street, Grafton 01519….508 839-0757

North Grafton Elementary School, 46 Waterville Street, N. Grafton 01536....508 839-5483

South Grafton Elementary School, 90 Main Street, S. Grafton 01519….508 839-5484

Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School, 65 Pleasant St., Upton 01568 ….508 529-7758

Touchstone Community School, 54 Leland Street, Grafton 01519….508 839-0038

Silver Spruce Montessori School, 44 Old Upton Road, Grafton 01519….508 839-2300

Grafton Children's Daycare & Preschool Center, 184 Old Westboro Rd., N. Grafton 01536 ….508 839-4612

Grafton Center Playschool, 11 Grafton Common, Grafton 01519….508 839-7229

Libraries:

Grafton Public Library, 35 Grafton Common

North Branch Library, 2 Prentice Street

South Branch Library, 71 Main Street

Recreation Commission:

"The Recreation Commission offers a comprehensive and varied program of public recreation activities, services and resources for the Grafton residents."

Numerous activities are offered each season for children of all ages and adults:
Parent-Tot Exercise, Kids Crafts, Ice Skating, Tykes Hockey, Jazzercise, Kenpo Karate, Ceramics, Youth Basketball, Ski Programs, Swimming (year-round), Yoga, Tai Chi and Chi Gong, Flower Arranging, Candy Making, Cake Decorating, Summer Resort Program, Neighborhood Parks Program, Babysitter Training, Basket Making, Kid's Cooking, Rock Wall Climbing, Sewing, Wizard Science, Lifeguard Training, Tennis, Golf, Sailing, Flag Football, Track, Skateboard Clinic, Horse Lover's Program, and more!!! There are also organized family trips and many town-wide activities.

Award Winning Land

Miscoe Brook Preserve, located in the Farms District, earned the town of Grafton the Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission 2005 Smart Growth Award. The award reads, "For Grafton's creative approach to preserving rural character through the use of limited development projects and incorporating principles of smart growth, such as preserving open space, promoting affordable housing and protecting valuable natural resources." The parcel contains 12 building lots along Adams Road and Fay Mountain Road. Abutting the property is approximately 100 acres of conservation land containing walking/equestrian trails and Miscoe Brook. The property will provide breathtaking views from the back door of each home.