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piece of Salem Witch Trials history is up for sale in Beverly, Massachusetts. The colonial home at 252 Essex St. boasts 2,315 sq. ft. of living space with four bedrooms and two baths, all featuring wide pine flooring. Engel & Völkers By The Sea highlights the property's fireplace and gardens, including a charming cobblestone-lined front yard and lush trees and flowers in the back.

    The house has been tied to the Salem Witch Trials through its original owner, William Cleaves, who built it in 1675 as a one-room residence. His wife passed away shortly after, and her parents, Giles and Martha Corey, were accused of witchcraft in the 1690s. Martha was hanged, while Giles refused to speak in court and was sentenced to death by pressing.

    Only three families have lived in the house since its construction, including Cleaves' grandson Nathaniel, a Revolutionary War veteran who fought at Lexington and Concord and Bunker Hill. The property's rich history is a unique aspect of this $600,000 listing.