A true staycation home abutting the scenic Farmington River which offers fishing, paddling and swimming. Enjoy a picturesque walking, biking and cross-country skiing trail leading approximately one mile to the village of Collinsville, where you'll find restaurants, farmers' market, and kayak/paddleboard rentals w/ a river launch. This custom-built Contemporary features expansive upper and lower decks and a covered side porch, perfect for relaxing or outdoor dining while enjoying river valley views and frequent bald eagle sightings. The upper deck includes a four-person hot tub. Designed w/ cathedral ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, and an abundance of picture windows, the home is filled w/ natural light and scenic views. Originally built as a three-bedroom home, two bedrooms were combined to create a spacious sitting room adjoining the primary bedroom w/ tile flooring and a wall of windows overlooking the terraced landscape. The space could potentially be converted back into separate bedrooms. The bright, newly finished walkout lower level offers river views, a half bath, walk-in closet, and direct access to the lower deck, making it ideal for a guest room, home office, gym, or additional living area. Thoughtfully landscaped to complement its natural surroundings, the property also features a large storage shed for kayaks, canoes, bicycles plus more, plus an additional off-street parking area w/ space for three vehicles. Schedule your private viewing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
0.88 acresLot Size
$225Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by William Glanville• Glanville Real Estate
Contemporary style home overlooking the scenic Farmington River! Enjoy amazing water views from every room. Direct access to the Farmington River. This stunning home is fully updated. Special features include a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, open floor plan, cathedral ceilings and an inviting master bedroom with large windows. FULLY FINISHED WALKOUT BASEMENT WITH HALF BATH, LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET AND RIVER VIEWS IS THE PERFECT SPACE FOR A 3RD BEDROOM OR HOME OFFICE! Never lose power with the fully automatic whole house generator installed by Newington Electric. This Trout Management Stocked Area of the river is perfect for fishing, swimming, floating, kayaking or enjoying nature and is just steps from your own back door. Witness Bald Eagles nesting and fishing from your own deck. This home offers direct access to a nature trail along the river for walking, biking & XC skiing. Easy walk or bike ride on the trail to enjoy all that downtown Collinsville has to offer including dining, farmer's market and the paved rail trail stretching from CT to Massachusetts. Don't miss the large deck with 4-person hot tub & river views. Recent updates include remodeled kitchen, baths, newer windows, doors, roof & gutters. Enjoy hardwood flooring throughout. The home was converted from 3 bedrooms to 2 for larger master with dressing area (easy conversion back to 3). Don't miss this nature lovers paradise!