Historic, spacious Colonial in Salem's McIntire District, is known as the "William Brown Cottage", outstanding example of the wooden vernacular Gothic Revival cottage, architectural style; built in 1847 for William Brown, printer and clerk at Boston's State House. Today, the period detail of the home has been retained while adding modern conveniences such as updated kitchen, baths, heating/ A/C systems, newer roof and general maintenance. Home features foyer with sweeping staircase, wood floors, 5 fireplaces, formal Living Room with French doors to  bright, casual Sunroom facing court yard/patio area and off-street parking. Sunroom leads into kitchen with fireplace/oven, half bath and second staircase. Dining Room and Sitting Room complete first floor. Rooms are large and ceilings, high. Second floor has 5 bedrooms and full bath. A part of Salem's history, just steps to downtown, harbor, restaurants, commuter rail to Boston or North.