Every home tells a story and the Judea Pratt Homestead c.1800 is no exception. Located in the heart of Essex Village, this well-known and often admired c.c. Colonial is rich in both local history and architectural detail. While honoring the home's period details, recent renovations allow for modern conveniences & offers a versatile floor plan featuring elegant, well-proportioned rooms that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. A warm and welcoming entry leads to the formal Dining Room, Living Room and Study, each centered around their own fireplace and highlighted with charming built-ins, exposed beams and gleaming hardwood floors. The well-appointed kitchen designed by award winning architect Chris Arelt, principal and owner of Nautilus Architects, features custom cabinets, high-end appliances & granite counters; a casual dining area with French doors opens to a private terrace. A well-designed addition on the main level, with its own private entrance, is ideally suited as an au-pair/in-law suite or first floor primary bedroom with a private office. Upstairs you'll find the ideal guest suite, currently used as a sitting room, and the spacious primary bedroom with a lovely updated bath. Ideal for outdoor entertaining, the terrace & covered gazebo offers expansive water views & is set amongst stately trees & mature plantings. With no detail overlooked or expense spared this historic home will combine a unique investment with a wonderful way of life for years to come.

The perfect place to call home! Prominently set on three acres in a private natural setting, this charming Gambrel offers the ideal blend of traditional features with modern home design. Recently renovated, with no expense spared or detail overlooked, the timeless & versatile floor plan offers a variety of options from desirable one floor living to multi-generational living space. A warm & welcoming entrance leads to the formal living room with custom built-ins and the dining room…ideal for entertaining. The well-appointed Chef’s kitchen with casual dining area opens to a private, multi-level deck overlooking park-like grounds. The light-filled family room is centered around the fireplace and the first floor primary suite features a stunning bath with double sinks, soaking tub & separate shower; a powder room & laundry area complete the first level. Upstairs you will find a second en-suite bedroom and two well-appointed guest rooms with shared bath. Relaxing evenings spent in the lower level game room & summer days spent by the pool will create lasting memories with friends & family for years to come. A separate two bay garage with loft area is available for all of your storage needs. Offering privacy without seclusion, the property is bordered by mature plantings & natural stone walls. Perfect as a full time residence or the ideal weekend retreat enjoy all Essex has to offer including unique shops, restaurants, marinas, yacht clubs, the historic Griswold Inn & so much more.

Good design is all about the details and this home simply has it all! Well maintained and beautifully decorated, the spacious open floor plan of this unique contemporary focuses on clean, simple lines allowing interior spaces to blend beautifully with the natural surroundings. A welcoming entrance makes a great first impression and leads to the light-filled living room centered around the fireplace and a formal dining room, striking the perfect balance of relaxed & refined. The well-appointed Chef's kitchen with casual dining area and adjacent family room with custom built-in bookshelves is designed for everyday living. A private study with French doors opens to the gardens & a fabulous in-home office with half bath completes the first level. Upstairs you will find the primary suite with a spa-like bath and three guest bedrooms...where every detail has been considered. The lower level recreation room features a built-in wine closet and offers easy access to mechanicals. A private terrace overlooking park-like grounds is ideal for outdoor entertaining. Prominently set on an acre, the property is bordered by professionally landscaped grounds including lovely perennial gardens, beautiful rock outcroppings & a variety of mature trees. With no detail overlooked or expense spared, this extraordinary property is a wonderful full-time residence or the ideal weekend retreat. Conveniently located close to the Village, enjoy all Essex has to offer. Schedule your private tour today.

Desirable Falls River Farms! First time offered in over 56 years, this beloved custom Cape is just what you have been looking for in the perfect shoreline home. Brimming with charm and character, the unique and spacious floor plan combines the best of old and new. A warm and welcoming entrance leads to the formal living room, centered around the fireplace and features exposed beams, built-in bookshelves and gleaming hardwood floors. The dining room, with a handsome built-in corner cupboard, is ideal for entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen with a breakfast bar opens to the family room...perfect for everyday gatherings and leads to a private deck overlooking park-like grounds. A half bath completes the first level. Upstairs you will find the primary bedroom with two lovely guest bedrooms and a shared bath. A true highlight of the property is the finished lower level making it easy to accommodate many of today's life scenarios including work-from-home, multi-generational living/in-law suite, ideal studio space or a recreation/play room. A lovely screened-in porch & patio overlooks colorful perennial gardens, a variety of mature plantings and charming water fountains. Located just steps to the 40+ acres Falls River Preserve this "move in ready" home is an ideal full-time residence or will serve as the perfect weekend retreat. Start enjoying all Essex has to offer including the The Steam Train, CT River Museum, Ivoryton Playhouse, Library, unique restaurants & so much more.