12 Grandview Terrace, Essex, Connecticut

About 12 Grandview Terrace

Good design is all about the details and this quintessential New England Cape located in the heart of the village is just what you have been looking for in the perfect shoreline home. Well maintained, this charming home has been architecturally redesigned and expanded by the current owners. A warm and welcoming entrance makes a great first impression and leads to elegant well-proportioned rooms that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Designed for the way we live today, a well-appointed kitchen with cherry cabinets opens to a casual dining area and a cozy sitting area with a bay window overlooking park-like grounds. The light-filled living room, centered around the fireplace, features lovely crown moldings and gleaming hardwood floors. The spacious primary suite offers desirable one floor living and features a remodeled bath, a walk-in-closet and easy access to the laundry area. Upstairs you will find two charming guest rooms with a shared bath. Ideal for outdoor entertaining, a private bluestone terrace opens to a spacious level yard bordered by colorful perennials mature plantings, along with the stately maples, oaks and evergreens that adorn the property. Whether you are looking for a full-time residence or ideal weekend retreat enjoy all Essex has to offer...just a short stroll to the Essex Library, Cross Lots Preserve, The Connecticut River Museum, unique shops, restaurants...including the historic c. 1776 Griswold Inn, marinas, yacht clubs and so much more.

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