Waterford Gunstock Barn
32 X 42 feet | circa 1840 | Waterford, Vermont
This remarkable structure is a classic example of an English style gunstock frame. It has the classic layout, with large center doors on each eve, a wide bay on one side for hay storage, and a narrow bay on the other where the animals were housed. There was originally a loft in the center of the barn where oats and other grains could be placed to dry. The structure is all hewn- including the braces!
Details:
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1,344 square feet on the first floor
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Hewn softwood gunstock posts, with the tops of the posts measuring up to 15 inches in width
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Four bent structure
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Beautiful and sound queen system that supports the rafters at mid span
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Full length 42 foot timbers
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Half-round rafters
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Possibilities:
This vintage timber frame would make an incredible house or great room. It could have a partial second floor added, or it could be left as a cathedral space. The soaring gunstock posts draw your eyes upward to the magnificent queen system.
 Drawings and dimensionsFor more drawings click on the image and then 'Go to link' |  Waterford BarnThe Waterford Barn has classic lines and a straight ridge. |  Waterford BarnThe frame is in great shape. This post in the close corner measures 15 inches at the top. |
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 Waterford BarnThe posts are beautiful. The old horse drawn dump wagon has lived in this barn for many decades! |  Waterford BarnThis photo shows the queen system and rafters. We will be tightening up the roof boards and adding to them from our inventory of vintage materials. |  Waterford BarnIn this photo, you can see one of the hand hewn braces. Hewn braces are uncommon. |
 Waterford BarnWe found this "witch mark" on one of the siding boards. This mark is believed to keep evil spirits away from the barn! |  Waterford BarnHere is a view from the first floor looking up into the rafters. |  Waterford BarnThe Waterford Barn would make an incredible great room. |