Commanding one of the highest and most breathtaking viewpoints in Essex, Eagles Peak offers this custom-built Georgian Colonial where elevated Connecticut River and Long Island Sound views take center stage. Privately sited on 9.26 acres, this exceptional estate offers rare seclusion, architectural distinction, and extraordinary water views visible from many principal rooms. Encompassing approximately 7,400 square feet, the home welcomes you with a dramatic handcrafted coffered-ceiling foyer and sweeping center staircase, drawing the eye toward a spectacular great room with 19-foot ceilings and a wall of windows capturing uninterrupted river and shoreline vistas. Throughout the home, fine craftsmanship is on full display, highlighted by extensive custom cabinetry and built-ins. The chef's kitchen, finished entirely with solid cherry cabinetry, features a Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, dual dishwashers, and generous space for gathering and entertaining-all while enjoying the home's elevated water views. A richly appointed custom built library with fireplace and floor-to-ceiling bookcases creates a warm and inviting retreat. The second level offers a luxurious primary suite with sweeping river views, along with four additional en-suite bedrooms. One bedroom is currently configured as a private office and offers in-law or guest suite potential with a separate entrance.
This Charming Carriage house in the heart of Essex Village provides the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Enjoy a short stroll to local restaurants, the Connecticut River, Museums, marinas, boutique shopping and the Iconic Griswold Inn. Sunlight fills the space, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The living room boasts built-ins and a wood burning fireplace. Tiered gardens surround the property. Experience the unique character of this historic home while living in one of Connecticut's most beautiful and sought after towns.
Welcome to this beautifully maintained Colonial at 22 Ebony Lane in Ivoryton, offering a thoughtful layout, quality updates, and comfortable living spaces ideal for today's lifestyle. A welcoming foyer with a sitting area sets the tone as you enter the home, leading into a warm and inviting interior enhanced by new Harvey windows, a new roof, and a whole-house generator for comfort and peace of mind. The heart of the home is the fantastic family room, featuring heated tile floors, recessed lighting, a mini-split system, and sliders that open to a covered deck, perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining in any season. The adjacent pass-through kitchen is both functional and stylish, offering tile and wood flooring, a wood stove, updated sliders, and an easy flow to the family room, creating a cozy yet open gathering space. A formal dining room with hardwood floors provides the perfect setting for family meals and special occasions, while a convenient half bath completes the main level. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features two ceiling fans, a full bath, and walk in closet. A second full bath serves the additional 3 ample bedrooms. The spacious walkup attic provides plenty of storage with easy access through one of the rooms. Additional highlights include a finished lower-level walk out family room, office space with new carpet and fresh paint and a spacious laundry room. The furnace was converted to a high efficiency Viessmann System with on demand hot water as well.
Enjoy easy one floor living just steps from charming Ivoryton Village. This bright, end unit features an open and airy living area, an eat-in kitchen with sliders leading to a spacious deck, and hardwood flooring throughout. Well maintained with tasteful updates and central air. The full basement offers ample storage and potential for future finishing. Association pool is just a short stroll away. One Car Detached garage. 2 different points of easy access to rear entry with little to no stairs.
Signature building in Essex Village. Originally the EE Dickinson corporate offices; grandfathered use in a residential zone. Reimagine this amazing space, water views, Essex Village, .78 acres of land, large footprint. Rare opportunity to own a cherished piece of Essex history
Exquisitely updated & remodeled Essex home on the cusp of South Cove with easterly views. This fabulous home has been completely transformed into something very special! From the eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar & smart design to the living room & family room both with wood burning fireplaces & sleeping quarter, no detail has been overlooked. The outdoor space has been completely revived with lavish landscaping, stone work, walls & plantings as well as a dream entertainment & relaxation area featuring the new Gunite pool with large blue stone hardscape, tiered retaining walls, built-in pool bar & cabana above the pool. The reconstructed deck runs the length of the home & flows to the pool area making it an integral part of this fantastic entertainment zone. Improvements are numerous & include the aforementioned exterior space, pavered walkways, completely remodeled front porch in Greek revival style, lawn turf, driveway, siding, roof, windows & French Doors. The interior has been transformed with resurfaced wood flooring, crown molding, large elegant windows, interior & exterior French Doors, white washed fireplaces & complete interior paint. The 4th bedroom, adjacent to the primary suite, has been transformed into a large dressing room. System improvements include the new central AC, hot water heater, well pump & system to include UV & brine water filtration & softening system as well as the security system. Come see this fabulous property & everything Essex has to offer!!!
Welcome to Oakridge Village! Located in the heart of the Ivoryton, this well maintained and recently updated townhouse is just what you have been looking for in the perfect shoreline home. Designed for the way we live today, a warm and welcoming entrance leads to the spacious open floor plan and beautifully blends interior spaces with the natural surroundings. The light-filled kitchen features handsome wood cabinets, stainless appliances, updated countertops and a new kitchen sink...a half bath with a stackable washer and dryer complete the main level. Upstairs you'll find a recently remodeled full bath and two well-appointed bedrooms, one featuring a convenient walk-in-closet. Ideal for entertaining, sliders to a private deck overlooks park-like grounds and is bordered by the Essex Land Trust's Johnson's Farm Preserve offering easy access to a variety of walking trails. Whether you are looking for a full-time residence or the ideal weekend retreat enjoy all Ivoryton Village has to offer including the Ivoryton Playhouse, The Historic Copper Beech Inn, the Fife and Drum Museum, Prive Swiss Spa, The Ivoryton Library, The 40+ acre Falls River Preserve, The Annual Pumpkin Festival, Holiday Illuminations and so much more.
Welcome to Heritage Cove and a rare opportunity. Unit B-7 in the desirable B building is on the market. Three story, three-bedroom townhouse has been owned by the same family since the earliest days of Heritage. Bring your decor ideas to this exceptionally located property. It is very unusual to find a legitimate three-bedroom condominium. This unit offers sweeping views of North Cove and the Lyme Hills. A carport and storage space. Opportunity for a beautiful patio space and plantings. Available propane utility, for gas fireplace and other appliances not common throughout the rest of the complex.
Classic Cape Cod home in Essex Village. Little Point Street leads to the CT River for you to launch your canoe, kayak or paddle board. Gaze out the picture window in the kitchen to river views while you have coffee or dine. Upper bedroom with balcony deck also has water views. Close to center of Essex Village park, tennis courts, library, shops and restaurants. Prior and current owners Master Gardeners with lovely landscaping that show off the back yard. Well maintained with many improvements in recent years.
Welcome to 89 Book Hill Road in the heart of Essex Village. This beautifully updated Cape offers a perfect blend of classic New England charm and modern comfort. Set on a private lot surrounded by mature trees, the home features a spacious and light-filled layout with hardwood floors, two fireplaces, and a flexible floor plan. The kitchen has been tastefully updated with modern finishes, flowing into a cozy dining area ideal for gatherings. Upstairs you'll find comfortable bedrooms with ample storage, while the finished lower level adds versatile space for a family room, home office, or gym. Enjoy the convenience of central air, a walk-out basement, and an attached two-car garage. The property also offers a large yard perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing. Located just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and waterfront of Essex Village, this home provides easy access to Route 9, local marinas, and top-rated schools including Essex Elementary and Valley Regional High School. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a weekend retreat, 89 Book Hill Road is ready to welcome its next owner.
The Parker Bull House, circa 1754, is one of the oldest historic homes in Essex. Located in Ivoryton overlooking the Falls River, this stately home is a unique blend of original antique features with updated modern amenities. The large sunny kitchen has granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, hardwood floors, and is adjacent to a spacious pantry/laundry room, heated sunroom, and a covered porch. The living room has a large fireplace and antique wide board floors, leading to a formal dining room with another fireplace and beehive oven. A parlor serves as a comfortable family room, and there is also a powder room on the first floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom includes a wood-floored bath with a glass shower, plus two additional bedrooms and another updated bathroom. A large attic has plenty of room for storage, and a back staircase leads to the kitchen. The property also includes a 3-bay garage, outbuilding, and original outhouse on 1.6 acres. This home is next to Prive Swiss and across the street from Copper Beech Inn
Welcome to the reimagined John Miner House on North Main Street in the charming Connecticut River Valley Village of Essex. Originally built in 1880 as a residence and tailor shop, this historic property has evolved over the years into a unique investment and lifestyle opportunity. Ideally located in the Heart of the Village, you'll enjoy a short stroll to the Connecticut River, marinas, quaint shops, and wonderful restaurants. The building now offers three beautifully updated units. The showpiece is the entire second floor-an elegant, light-filled two-bedroom apartment featuring soaring ceilings, two full baths, a spacious living room and kitchen, and an expansive deck that spans the length of the building. Perfect as your own private residence while enjoying the convenience of rental income. On the first floor, you'll find two additional units. A bright apartment with an open floor plan, two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and its own private deck. A professional office space with flexible use potential. Recent updates include new appliances, newer roof, upgraded mechanicals, lighting, and ceiling fans. The property sits on a professionally landscaped village lot with two off-street parking spaces. Whether you're seeking a historic Essex residence, an income-producing property, or both, the John Miner House offers a rare opportunity to live in "The Best Small Town in America." Located midway between Boston and New York.
Newly APPROVED for mixed use! An iconic Essex village property for sale at the head of Main Street! Potential here to create your own custom Essex village pied-a-terre with an income-producing component, or to convert this current office building into your full-time Essex home. Solid and well maintained, the building is currently divided into two condominium units. Unit 'A' consists of 1,200 square feet of first floor space. Unit 'B' comprises 1,977 square feet on the second and third levels. Features include first class mechanical systems, a kitchen, and a spacious second level room overlooking Main and Pratt Street, with views down to the CT river. A gracious terrace and rear yard are accessed from the second level. The location is spectacular. Set on a gentle rise at the top of Main Street you have both a commanding presence and commanding views of the heart of the village. Adjacent to shops, restaurants, yacht clubs, marinas, galleries, and all of the historic maritime charm Essex is so well known for. There is a private yard accessed directly from the second level or via an exterior staircase from the parking area. You can restore the former residential use of the second and third levels to create a mixed use property combining a residence upstairs and office/retail space on the ground floor. Whatever your desire, this is an opportunity to own a substantial piece of the pie in world renowned Essex waterfront village!
Essex is located in Connecticut. Essex, Connecticut has a population of 6,725. Essex is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 23.73% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 27.85%.
The median household income in Essex, Connecticut is $91,618. The median household income for the surrounding county is $90,833 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Essex is 53.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 80.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 22.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 48 inches per year, with 26.5 inches of snow per year.
