Location: Stonington, CT Click for Area Map Property ID: E218148 Acres: 1.03 Rooms: 7 Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Price: $2,100,000 Download Brochure     Please call Lynn Young at (860) 535-8364 ext. 13

LOCATION
Situated just outside of Stonington Village on peaceful Quanaduck Cove, this wonderful waterfront property offers both privacy and convenience to village amenities. The handsomely landscaped grounds are shaded by old growth native trees, and the entrance road leading to the property is lined with grand 19th century estates set behind stone fences. Deepwater Stonington Harbor is just a few minutes away by boat.

The harbor shelters the last remaining commercial fishing fleet in Connecticut and is the home port of many fine sailing and motor yachts. Excellent marine facilities include a full service boatyard and two yacht clubs, with moorings and dockage readily available. Recreational opportunities include ocean beaches, tennis, numerous golf courses, horseback riding, and excellent salt and fresh water fishing.

Widely considered the most picturesque seaside village in Connecticut, Stonington Village is admired for its narrow tree-lined streets with restored 18th and 19th century residences, interesting shops, and cozy restaurants. Stonington is conveniently located halfway between New York and Boston on Interstate 9Conveniently located halfway between New York and Boston, the area has many popular visitor attractions including the Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium, and various summer theatres. Ocean beaches, tennis, numerous golf courses, horseback riding, and excellent salt and freshwater fishing are just some of the area's many recreational opportunities.

PROPERTY
Built in 1932, and offering approximately 500 feet of frontage on Quanaduck Cove, this classic shingled cottage with a dock is ideally sited to take maximum advantage of the water views. The one acre property slopes gently to the shore and has a mix of lawn, gardens and natural woodlands. Large areas of marshland and unbuildable land buffer the house from its neighbors and forever protect the country feeling and rare waterfront privacy.

RESIDENCE
The main entrance is open to the rear so that bright blue water is visible the moment the door is opened. An outdoor stone terrace is accessed through the living room which has a granite fireplace, built-in bookcases and lovely water views. The dining room with bay window and French doors opening to the terrace is located between the butler's pantry and living room. The kitchen opens to a family room with fireplace. A wet bar with the original zinc sink and the powder room is nearby. On the opposite side of the house, the first floor master suite has a private bath and an adjoining porch overlooking the water. Three additional bedrooms, one with en suite bath and walk-in closet, and a shared third bath are located upstairs. All of the bedrooms are separate from each other and do not share any common walls. Charming gabled rooflines, dormers and water views adorn each of the upstairs bedrooms. Many closets and attic space provide for ample storage.

A charming post and beam barn/garage is connected to the home via a breezeway and could easily be transformed into a great office or studio with lovely waterviews.


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