Have you ever taken a cruise along the Connecticut River and imagined living in one of the revered homes along the waterfront? Now, your dream can come true. An eight-room historic home and its cottage are for sale in East Haddam. Nestled on almost an acre and a half, this quintessential New England Greek Revival-era home is a showstopper, inside and outside.
The current owners have painstakingly restored and renovated all 2,372 square feet. They have constructed a separate detached cottage for entertaining family and friends, viewing the passing boats and immersing themselves in the natural beauty of the scenic river. Owning a home along the Connecticut River is not an opportunity that comes along often.
“It’s a rarity to have a property along the river,” says realtor Sacha Armstrong-Crockett, the listing agent. “It has been meticulously maintained. It is curated right out of a home design magazine.
” Built in 1850, the home has withstood the test of time thanks to widespread restorations, renovations and modern updates. The home offers a lovingly restored interior that retains original period details including hardwood floors, extensive millwork, high ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. “The owners did a beautiful job making sure everything flows well,” Armstrong-Crockett points out.
“The craftsmanship, the millwork, the flooring, and then you add in these views.” Centrally located at 45 Main St., the home is within walking distance of the historic Goods.