Incredible woodwork and views! Historic Victorian plus a carriage house. $995,000.
Property Details: 18 Clearview Ave, Hilton, NY
Basic Information
- Price: $995,000
- Address: 18 Clearview Ave, Hilton, NY 14468
- Property Type: Historic Victorian / Waterfront Estate
- Size: 4,997 Sq. Ft.
- Lot Size: 1.15 Acres
- Bedrooms: 5 (Total)
- Bathrooms: 6 (4 Full, 2 Half)
Main Features
- Historic Lighthouse: Own one of the last active private lighthouses in the United States with access to the tower.
- Lakefront Living: 148 feet of private waterfront on the south shore of Lake Ontario.
- Victorian Gem: Originally built in 1895, meticulously preserved with historic woodwork and panoramic water views from nearly every room.
- Renovated Interiors: Includes a gracious formal dining room, a sunroom, a den/office, and three fireplaces.
- Modern Systems: Updated with zoned heating/cooling, radiant floors, and thermal windows while maintaining antique charm.
This rare estate offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live in a piece of maritime history. If you have been searching for a unique property for sale, this meticulously maintained lighthouse residence is the ultimate lakefront retreat.
Guest House & Exterior
- Carriage House: A fully remodeled detached guest house featuring 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a full kitchen—perfect for an in-law suite or rental.
- Garage & Parking: Large 6-car detached garage with a built-in workshop.
- Landscaping: Over an acre of land featuring a circular blacktop driveway, patio, and open porch for enjoying lake breezes.
- Location: Only 8 minutes to Westpoint Marina and a short drive to Rochester International Airport.
The separate carriage house provides incredible flexibility for guests or potential income as a high-end rental. Finding a historic house for sale with this much character and functional space is truly a rare discovery.
Luxury & History
- Historical Pedigree: Formerly operated as a successful Bed & Breakfast; known as the Braddock Point Lighthouse.
- Architectural Detail: Features copper plumbing, brick construction, and a mix of hardwood and ceramic tile flooring.
- Natural Setting: Located in a “Silent Zone” with minimal noise and a calm, residential atmosphere.
From the tower views to the handcrafted woodwork, every inch of this home tells a story of elegance and preservation. This iconic residence for sale stands as a landmark of the South Shore and is ready for its next chapter.
From Zillow
Once In A Lifetime Opportunity To Be The Owner & Keeper of the Historic Braddock Point Lighthouse ~ One oftheLast Active Lighthouses in the US! Fabulously & Meticulously Preserved & Maintained from Top to BottomThisVictorian Gem Is A Delightful & History Rich Retreat Nestled on the South Shore of Lake Ontario with 148Feet ofWaterfront.
The Main House Features 3-4 Bedrooms, 3 1/2 Fantastically Remodeled Baths, GraciousFormalDining Rm, Office/Den, Relaxing Sun Rm, Access to the Lighthouse Tower, & Gorgeous Panoramic ViewsOf LakeOntario From Nearly Everywhere! The Carriage House Features An Additional Fully Remodeled 2Bedrooms, 1 1/2Baths, & Full Kitchen Making For Terrific Guest Quarters, In-Law Apartment, or Rental. It TooShares in the DeepHeritage of the Home & Lighthouse as the Original Barn for the Property.
Elegantly Updated &Refurbished WithCareful Attention to Detail. Conveniently located just outside of Rochester with easy access toRochester’sInternational Airport. Boaters will find Westpoint Marina at Braddock Bay just 8 minutes away andboth the Portof Rochester Marina and Rochester Yacht Club just 15 minutes away. Endless Possibilities &Memories Await!Previously Maintained As a Popular & Successful Bed & Breakfast as Well as a Private Residence.


































