Cypress entry doors welcome you to an elegant village residence nestled in a quiet enclave, steps to Essex Main Street. This exceptional location offers beautiful grounds and a post and beam barn/pool house creating a seamless, indoor/outdoor living experience. Enter the living room with extensive built ins, fireplace and French doors that bathe the space in light and open to a central courtyard. A professional, center island kitchen opens to a breakfast area and fireplaced sitting area--perfectly scaled for everyday living. There is a large pantry/laundry adjacent the kitchen. Celebrate holiday traditions in a grand, formal dining room equipped with butler’s pantry. This home is well-suited to flexible, multi-generational living. There are 4/5 BRs in the main home including an expansive first-floor primary suite and adjacent second bedroom, currently an office. Upstairs find three bedrooms centered around the sitting area with 2 full baths and laundry. The guest quarters/au pair suite has 2 BRs, kitchenette, living/dining space accessed via separate entrance - perfect for guests or returning fledglings. The lower-level rec/media room offers additional finished space and a full bath not included in total square footage. All areas are zoned efficiently for heating/AC when not in use. The icing, is a post & beam barn with walk up loft, half bath and patio/firepit overlooking the pool. Live and play in the heart of Essex. Stunning property. Exceptional location.
25 Hemlock Valley Road Extension East Haddam, CT 06423
4 Bed
4 Baths
4744 sqft
MLS# 170551572
This extraordinary brick residence offers one floor living steps from Gillette Castle, Connecticut River and world class golf. A timeless exterior opens to an impressive, contemporary layout. Welcome to the 35’ gallery with barrel vaulted ceiling. A wall of glass overlooking the grounds. Exceptional finish is found throughout this builder's-own home. A professional, center-island kitchen features Subzero/Viking/Wolf. Furniture-quality cabinetry includes a butler’s pantry/dry bar servicing the kitchen and fireplaced dining room. Built-ins and a fireplace add character to the great room. The living room has a third fireplace and everywhere French doors afford access to the surrounding hardscape. A first floor primary suite offers tremendous space. A second BR/office and full bath are adjacent. Located privately upstairs, are two bedrooms, full bath and a sitting area. Completing the first floor- a mudroom, half bath, office and utility/room. A massive full basement offers home theatre, fitness and finish possibilities. Outside, two bluestone patios and chimney with integral fireplace overlook stunning, irrigated grounds. The shell of the original camp with stone fireplace remains, it’s next life as a studio/guest quarters left to the next owner's imagination. There are two garden sheds. Three NEW AC units and air handlers being installed April. A whole house generator offers piece of mind. Truly one of the most impressive homes in the lower CT River Valley. Simply stunning.
Discover 265 pristine acres to row, boat, fish and swim at your doorstep. This reimagined lakeside cottage is an idyllic retreat. A combination of open lofted spaces and intricate details evoke a rustic sophistication punctuated by stunning views. Grain fir floors, locally quarried stone, a gas fireplace, beamed ceilings and window seat enhance spaces crafted for multiple uses. A sun-filled kitchen has gas cooking and incredible storage. The great room offers dedicated dining and seating areas. A first-floor bedroom features exposed stone. The mudroom/laundry/office and a full bath complete this level. A turned stair leads to the primary suite with views. The main house is an efficient 1507 SF, and the post & beam barn, just 20 steps away, offers tremendous additional living space on two floors - a first floor studio and upper level guest quarters with kitchenette and full bath. There is a 2- bay garage with a large storage area. Both buildings are completely renovated (see spec sheets) – both infrastructure/embellishments: well, septic, wiring, plumbing, Marvin windows/doors, HE propane heating, on demand hot water and central air. Sited on one of the largest lakefront parcels, find 1.49 acres (n an R-10, .25 acre zone, plenty of room to enjoy and retain a sense of privacy. The property is 2 miles to Old Lyme village galleries, shops and schools and a world away. If you’re not yet convinced return for the sunset. Welcome home.
Fall in love with this handsome Old Lyme village Colonial tucked privately in the center of it all, yet a world away. The village location makes an easy walk to top ranked middle/high schools, full day 4 Y.O. pre-school, town hall, library, churches, galleries, shops – even a barber shop. OLCC golf/pool, paddle/tennis is 1000’ away. You are greeted with high ceilings and architectural millwork, light and space, warmed by clay tile and wide board floors. Find a large eat-in kitchen and a lofty great room opening to the heated porch with bluestone floor. A formal living or dining room can double as a first-floor office. The well-planned mudroom/laundry/landing zone is well set off the kitchen with great storage. Completing the first floor is the primary bedroom and full bath. Upstairs find 3 BRs, one with a deck and views. There is a full bath and expansive cedar closet. The partially finished lower level offers game/fitness space and storage not included in the SF. Here you’ll find a green, efficient geothermal heating/cooling system. Outside, the three-season covered porch, patio and deck offer great flow for entertaining. The cul-de-sac location is superb with level, open grounds and a partially fenced, pet friendly rear yard. Incredible boating and paddle adventures await along with white sand beaches just down the road. The Nature Conservancy calls this area, "One of the last great places on earth." We agree. Make this your forever home. Home NOT in an AE flood zone.
Kick off your shoes and enjoy Sea Pearl. Welcome to this well-renovated, one-level home with Cornfield Point Beach Rights. A re-imagined open plan creates a bright, inviting space to enjoy gatherings large and small. Stunning features include a lofted living room, expansive great room, all new flooring and a center island kitchen with quartz tops. Find two bedrooms, a stunning bath with penny tile shower and a new powder room. Throughout, brushed gold fixtures and appointments add just the right polish. The open stair leads to a full, unfinished basement offering tremendous potential. New central air, roof and siding add piece of mind. This terrific ranch is framed by an easy-care, level yard with a fully fenced rear yard and a new shed great for kayaks and extra gear. More to love: septic replaced 2015 per WPCA guidelines and the lien is fully paid. Paddle mornings, enjoy beach in the afternoon and walk to town for dinner. Idyllic community in an exceptional location. Note this is a 3 BR home. The wall was removed between two BRS to make a larger primary bedroom and can easily be replaced.
This elegant Old Lyme colonial is nestled in a quiet enclave, walking distance to the John Lohmann CT. River Preserve. Beautiful grounds, gardens and pool frame the exterior of this inviting home. Upon entering the grand double front doors you are greeted by a large foyer and expansive front to back living room with new sliding barn style doors and a cozy gas fireplace. A well designed center island kitchen with furniture-quality cabinetry includes a butler’s pantry and dry bar along with Viking range and granite countertops. Adjacent to the kitchen is a family room with a wood burning fireplace and plenty of space that make this home perfect for entertaining as well as everyday living. Celebrate holiday traditions in a formal dining room right off the kitchen. On the second level you will find 5 generous bedrooms including the primary with a walk-in closet and en-suite bath. Another full bath with double sinks and separate shower area are off the hallway as well as a laundry room and large linen closet. The partially finished lower level is heated by a gas fireplace adding 800 SF not included in the total. Step down from the kitchen to the mudroom and into a heated 2 car garage making for great year round workshop space.
This handsome, well-sited Chestnut Hills home sits on a quiet cul de sac abutting 57 acres of association open space. This is a seldom found one-owner home, custom built by Jim Handy and cared for meticulously. A gracious foyer with open, turned stair is flanked left and right by the formal dining and living room with fireplace. A sunfilled kitchen with breakfast bar opens to the eat in area and generous great room. Walk out to the deck overlooking the grounds and open space. Upstairs find a spacious primary bedroom, full bath & walk in closet. There is a small bedroom/nursery/office adjacent with access to the walk-up attic. The second floor has two more generous bedrooms and a large bonus room. This is great flex space – possible BR/den or home office. The walkout lower level is unfinished with a 6’ sliding door leading to the backyard and 1000+ sf potential rec/fitness/home theatre space. The structure of this home is incredible with solid updates including a new roof in 2022, recent mini-splits for AC, exterior paint and exterior hardscape - front and rear walkways. This home is simply perfect with room to make it your own. Just a mile to Mile Creek K-5 Elementary and close to town and beaches. Old Lyme is equally 2 hours to NY and Boston with easy access rail service and 20 minutes to US Subbase Groton, USCGA, Pfizer and Electric Boat. We’ll be the first to welcome you home.
Where the river meets the sea. Find his well updated, 4 BR, 3 FB home in an idyllic location close to town, schools, marinas and the beach with easy access to the Black Hall and Connecticut Rivers. Enjoy a large kitchen and great room - a central gathering area built to entertain. There is a DCS gas cooktop, Bosch dishwasher, eat in area and a breakfast bar opening to a great room with south-facing windows and built ins. The front to back living room with fireplace and dining room offers space for formal gatherings. A first-floor bedroom (can double as an office) and full bath/laundry offers flexibility. Upstairs, find three bedrooms and a central common area. The primary bedroom features an ensuite bath. All of the second floor bedrooms have walk-in closets. 3 full baths were renovated in 2015. The first floor offers gleaming hardwoods. The home is heated by a top of the line, oil-fired Crown Boiler with hydro-air heating and central air. There is possible room to expand over the garage from the second floor. Outside, there is a professionally landscaped, manageable half acre perfect for lawn games. Terrific hardscape includes the patio and a new front walk 2023. Swim in the morning, paddle in the afternoon and enjoy sunsets from one of the most photographed views in our area all less than a half mile from home. Welcome home.
We'll be the first to welcome you home.Searching for a southeast facing parcel that feels like Vermont but close to all. This is it. The stone entry to Blackwell Pond welcomes you to a shared drive, flanked by a town pond to the left and cedar meadow on the right. A gentle rise off to the right of the main driveway leads to a southeast facing homesite with views toward Beaver Brook. This is a 10 acre parcel, the last unbuilt parcel in an approved two lot subdivision. A conservation easement protects the meadow and watershed area with plenty of footprint to build. Underground utilities are available. Nehantic State Forest access is just a stone’s throw from the property and offers more than 1,600 acres to hike, mountain bike and swim in pristine Uncas or Norwich Ponds. The Town of Lyme offers one of the lowest tax rates in the state. Limited development and vast land conservation areas make this property and the Town of Lyme an ideal retreat for those craving solitude and privacy close to civilization and 2 hours to NY and Boston. Be sure to see video for great perspective. Town offices, library and the Lyme School K-5 elementary are 2.5 miles from the property. Gallon of milk - 5 miles. Stunning parcel. We'll be the first to welcome you home. This is a private driveway. Thank you for NOT driving down a private drive. There is NO turnaround. Thank you for parking on Keeney and walking.
Designed by Wesleyan Architect John Martin, Quarry House is a stunning example of mid-century modern architecture blending industrial and residential design. This home is nestled privately on 2.58 acres in the heart of the Connecticut River Valley, and with an exterior of redwood and stone, blends effortlessly with the surrounding woodlands. Cross the elevated walkway to enter a gracious stone foyer. Step down into the great room where southeast exposure illuminates redwood walls and oak floors. Beautiful and practical, the glass walls afford an ever-changing view and passive solar gain. A Scan wood burning stove adds beauty and warmth. Round the corner to the spacious pecan/granite kitchen appointed with Wolf, Sub-Zero and a breakfast area. The original architecture is preserved and enhanced, evident in the oak parquet and cork floors, hardware and renovated baths retaining original elements including the primary bath with a "grotto" soaking tub. There are 3 BRS, 3BA as well as a large office. Find a walk out lower-level workshop/mechanical area. Particular attention is paid to structural/mechanical incl. standing seam roof (2019), boiler (2021) and central air. Outside, enjoy an expansive deck overlooking the valley built into the surrounding ledge. There is little lawn. Woodland paths meander the property and remnants of the feldspar quarry for which this home is named. An oversized, 2-car garage offers workshop/storage space. Located in central Haddam's Walkley Hill.
Welcome to your very own private retreat sited on 3 beautiful acres with lush lawns and fruit trees! Located at the end of the road and walking distance to the village, country club, town hall, schools, and library, this enchanting antique (c. 1690) gambrel is bigger than it looks and has peek-a-boo views of the CT River. Spacious and bright, the main floor offers wide plank wood floors throughout, a formal living room, dining room with original paneling, and an updated eat-in kitchen to host family gatherings. Also great for entertaining is the large family room/library with a wood burning fireplace, built-in bookshelves, and multiple desk areas. Step outside on the stone patio with a stone pizza oven for making homemade pizzas while dining al fresco on those warm summer nights! Finishing off the main floor is a converted office/BR, full bath, laundry closet, and mudroom with access to the newly built deck where you can enjoy the beautiful sunsets from your backyard. Upstairs is the large primary bedroom ensuite surrounded by windows with views of the expansive backyard. Three more bedrooms and a full bath plus reading nook complete the second floor. Need additional workspace? Utilize one of the two barn style garages to store lawn equipment and tools. There's also a sauna in the garage! Looking for antique charm but with modern amenities, this is it! This idyllic country home is minutes to I95 and two hours to Boston or NYC. At first look, you will want to call this Home!
This beautiful townhome in the highly sought after Stonington Landing Association is just a short walk or bike ride to Stonington Borough and Downtown Mystic. This lovingly maintained, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom unit offers a nicely appointed kitchen with a pass-through to the beautiful living room with wood burning fireplace and ample dining area. Step outside to your private deck and enjoy your morning coffee with lovely views of Quanaduck Cove. Head upstairs to the two ensuite bedrooms. The primary includes water views and a walk-in closet. The finished third floor makes a great home office or exercise room and has additional storage. A detached garage and plenty of guest parking complete this unit! Experience Stonington’s quintessential New England charm, great restaurants, boating and attractions that make shoreline living perfect-summers and year-round!