21 River Rd, Essex, CT 06426
- $3,250,000
- 5
- BD
- 5
- BA
- 3,502
- SqFt
- List Price
- $3,250,000
- Status
- COMING SOON
- MLS#
- 24206047
- Year Built
- 1900
- Style
- Colonial
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Acres
- 2.57
- Living Area
- 3,502
- Subdivision
- No
- Neighborhood
- Essex Village
Property Description
Historic Waterfront Sanctuary on Falls River Cove: Set on a private 2.57-acre peninsula surrounded by the gentle waters of Falls River and Falls River Cove, this extraordinary turn-of-the-century estate offers a rare blend of rich American history, timeless architectural character. Originally an 18th-century water mill and lovingly converted into a grand private residence in the 1900s. Enter a welcoming foyer and into the cozy wood paneled Library featuring built-in bookcases and a classic fireplace. The L-shaped Living Room is framed by rich paneling, wide board floors, and another fireplace with windows that capture sweeping views of the cove. A formal Dining room is anchored by a custom built-in corner cabinet, perfect for showcasing fine china. The Eat-in Kitchen highlights lots of cabinets and counter space and bay window overlooking the gardens, the red bridge and cove. A curved staircase is a sweeping architectural statement leads from the main hall to the light-filled second floor. There are four bedroom suites, including the Primary with fireplace. Each bedroom features its own private en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet. The house sits on a Peninsula surrounded on three sides by water, offering total privacy and panoramic views. Lush perennial flowerbeds frame a custom stone patio and a serene waterfront terrace designed for outdoor dining and entertaining. There is a whimsical Red Bridge and a Dock ready boating along the cove to the Connecticut River.
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Additional Information
- Taxes
- $26,610
- Lot Size
- 111,949
- Interior Features
- Cable Available, Security System
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Cooling System Type
- Window/Wall
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Water Source
- Private Well
- Appliances
- Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Convection Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Fireplaces
- 3
- Basement
- Full
- Exterior Features
- Sidewalk, Shed, Awnings, Porch, Garden, Patio
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- Elementary School
- Essex
- Middle School
- Winthrop
- High School
- Valley
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Listing courtesy of Colette Harron from William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l. (860) 304-2391 (860) 767-7488
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