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Martha Stewart bought 63-acre Maine estate for under $6m, restored historic home

In 1997, Martha Stewart took over the Skylands estate, diligently preserving its historic architecture and the stunning landscape, initially crafted by Jens Jensen. This remarkable property, once owned by Edsel Ford, encapsulates pivotal elements of American architectural history connected to the Ford lineage. With the help of landscape architect Patrick Chassé, Stewart revitalized the estate’s gardens to harmonize with the natural environment.

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