The principal feature of the homestead is the main house, a 2+1⁄2-story timber-framed structure with a gabled roof, central chimney, and shingled exterior.

It is distinguished by its overhanging side gables, a sign of its great age, and its eaves, which are longer than typical for houses of the period.

The interior follows a typical center chimney plan, with a narrow vestibule staircase featuring fine carved woodwork posts and balusters thought to originate in England.

Interior woodwork also includes finely carved panels and a built-in cabinet dating to the 18th century.

Not wanting to own a farm, Fanning and L'Hommedieu rented the property to John Davis of Long Island, and he bought the land outright in 1772.