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64 Book Hill Road, Essex, CT 06426
$2,650,000
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64 Book Hill RoadEssexCT06426
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Property Description
"Supernatural" best describes this c.1957 paragon of Mid-Century Modern design. Nestled on 36+ super-natural acres of idyllic, pristine woodland. A palpable sense of solitude, combined with commanding CT River Valley water views, serves to inspire enchantment. Designed by noted architect Ulrich Franzen, who studied under Walter Gropius at Harvard, alongside fellow students Philip Johnson and I M Pei. Franzen was inspired by ancient Japanese Pavilions to create a place meant to liberate the soul. The house defies gravity in a most supernatural way. The cedar-clad ceiling seemingly floats, suspended mid-air, providing an umbrella that soars above walls of glass. Offered for only the second time in sixty-three years, this house stands as a testament to great design and careful stewardship. Thoughtful kitchen and bathroom updates and a compatible garage are recent improvements made with Franzen's design aesthetic in mind. The result is a seamless renovation and further modernization of an iconic architectural landmark. This home truly transcends brick and mortar. It is a nexus of art and dwelling. A place where the art of living well may be practiced in relaxed comfort and style. Located minutes from quaint Essex village, where historic homes cozily coexist with shops, restaurants, marinas, yacht clubs and the CT River. Essex is set midway between Boston and New York City. Tour this Shangri-La before like magic - poof! - it's gone.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 64 Book Hill Rd
General
- Sold For: $2,650,000
- Taxes: (July 2023-June 2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 24006741
- Added to Site: 55 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Wine Chiller
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Suite: Dressing Room, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Lower
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom, Lower
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom, Lower
Other Rooms
- Great Room: Great Room - Vaulted Ceiling, Fireplace, Patio/Terrace, Sliders, Hardwood Floor, Parquet Floor, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Remodeled, Vaulted Ceiling, Galley, Pantry, Hardwood Floor, Parquet Floor, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Built-In Hutch, Hardwood Floor, Parquet Floor, Main
- Laundry: Lower Level
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Gunite, In Ground Pool
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Underground Utilities, Shed, Wrap Around Deck, Garden Area, Covered Deck, Stone Wall
- Color: Stone
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Detached Garage
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Neighborhood: Essex Village
- Driving Directions: Book Hill Woods Road to Canfield Road to first driveway on left.
School Information
- Elementary School: Essex
- Middle School: Winthrop
- Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Valley
Community
- Community Name: Essex Village
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Oil, 65 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Modern
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Stone
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished
- Roof: Flat
- Square Feet: 2,720
- Above Ground: 2,720 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1957
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 36.52
- Zoning: RU
- Lot Description: Secluded, Some Wetlands, Treed, On Cul-De-Sac, Rolling, Water View
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Water Community, View
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $601,500
- Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Exclusions: Per Property Inclusions/Exclusions Rider
- Property ID: 987764
Listed and Sold by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Rick Weiner
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Schools
Schools serving 64 Book Hill Rd
School Districts:Essex School District, Regional School District 04
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
---|---|---|---|
256 Kelsey Hill Rd, Deep River, CT 06417 | 9-12 | 2.1 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 64 Book Hill Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/30/2024
Sold
$2,650,000
-7.83%
MLS
4/03/2024
Listed
$2,875,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
64 Book Hill Road, Essex, CT 06426 (MLS# 24006741) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,650,000 on April 30, 2024. Want to learn more about 64 Book Hill Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Essex? You can browse all Essex real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.