LANCASTER:  Early 1800s farmhouse on 12.7 acres, lovingly renovated over many years to reveal its unique character, with very special spaces and unflinching originality.  A side tower with broad, curved windows captures the sun and view for a real country kitchen with wood cook stove on the first floor, and a sleeping room and magical library on the second.  A catwalk connects sections of the second floor, framing a vaulted ceiling for the first-floor family room with soapstone wood stove.  A formal parlor, a family mudroom, and a master suite with living/dining area, ¾ bath, library/studio, kitchenette, and its own covered porch entrance completes the first floor.  The upper levels include 3 bedrooms, a full bath, a fanciful attic space and other special features.  A wrap-around covered porch and large back deck, with a beautiful field and inviting grounds, all complement this private and lovely location.  $497,500