The Benjamin F. Post House, c.


Property

Website:https://www.nestseekers.com/5686036
Address:
28 River
Essex, CT 06426
Ownership: Single Family
Type: Single Family
Bedrooms: 3 BR
Bathrooms: 3
Area: 2359 sq ft

Financials

Price:$1,650,000
Annual Taxes:$9,522

Description

The Benjamin F. Post House, c. 1801, has been thoroughly and thoughtfully updated to provide all the amenities of modern living while respecting the historical integrity of the home. A sidewalk just steps from the property leads directly into the heart of Essex Village, an approximately 20-minute walk to its shops, restaurants, marina, and waterfront. Set on a .48-acre professionally landscaped lot backing up to a quiet wooded area, the fenced-in backyard boasts a beautiful gunite pool and a generous pool deck/patio, perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Inside on the first floor, there is a light-filled chef's kitchen, well-appointed with upscale appliances including a commercial-grade six-burner range, a large center island, and ample counter space. There is also a formal dining room, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a library with a gas fireplace and built-in floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. An additional room with its own exterior entrance could serve as an office or a potential first-floor bedroom. A lovely four-season sunroom overlooks the pool deck and features a convenient wet bar complete with a beverage chiller. There is also a powder room on the first floor. Upstairs, the primary suite has an updated ensuite bathroom with marble finishes, a large walk-in closet, and a spacious sitting area. There are also two more bedrooms, another den/office area, a second updated bathroom, and laundry. Offering historic character, modern comforts, privacy, and

Amenities

  • Central Air
  • Dishwasher
  • Dryer
  • Elementary School - Essex
  • Garden Area
  • Gas Range
  • High School - Valley
  • Intermediate School -
  • Lighting
  • Microwave
  • Patio
  • Range Hood
  • Refrigerator
  • Underground Sprinkler
  • Washer
  • Wine Chiller

Contact

Nest Seekers International at The J House Greenwich, 1114 E Putnam Ave, Riverside, CT 06878
Listing Courtesy of Susan Malan of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l