175 Middlesex Turnpike Essex, CT 06426

"Coveside cottage" - a lovely waterfront home with dock on south cove offfers carefree 1 floor living, with fabulous views of the ct river. Two connecting cathedral great rooms, wonderful for entertaining. Pine panelling, granite fireplace. Owner-broker. The front facade resembles a modest english cottage, and the rear is all glass contemporary overlooking the water. Main house is two connected great rooms and guest bedroom with bath, ideal for au-pair or in-law situation. The master suite is privately situated in the north wing through a connecting den/sun room. Total renovation in 2002 including new 40 year architectural roof, anderson high performance windows, cedar impressions siding, kitchen with ss & granite, custom cherry corner cupboards and 12 foot panelled cherry breakfast bar that seats six. 6X12 laundry room and half bath just off the kitchen. New baths, patios and deck, buderus hydro-air, central ac, drilled well and septic. 37 Hydrangeas and extensive perennial gardens. Zoning variance in place to construct an 1800 sq. Ft. Garage with 10 foot ceilings & 1500 sq. Ft. 2-Bedroom apartment above. Walk to 96 acre turtle creek nature preserve along ct river with miles of walking trails. 5 Miles by boat to l.I. Sound.
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