Featured in "Fine Homebuilding" magazine, this Essex Village home with seasonal Connecticut River views is a hidden gem. The Centerbrook Architects-designed renovation retained the integrity of the original turn of the century house and created a signature Victorian style home. The sun-filled, open and bright first floor includes the living room with fireplace, dining room, and eat-in kitchen with comfortable family room. Skylights bring additional natural light into the kitchen and the granite counter and island add to the functional design and layout. Three second floor bedrooms share a remodeled full bath. The laundry is conveniently located on this level as well. A primary third floor bedroom suite provides a very peaceful space for rest and rejuvenation. Open the windows in the cupola and allow the fresh air to waft through the bedroom. The generous en suite bath includes a whirlpool tub and separate glass enclosed shower. This is the first time offered in 36 years. The 1.23 acre property is ideally located close to Essex Village center, marinas, tennis courts, playground and library. Essex is located 2 hours from both New York and Boston. Amtrak service is available from nearby Old Saybrook and the Shoreline RR connects to Metro North in New Haven. The Nature Conservancy named the Lower Connecticut River Valley one of the 40 "Last Great Places." Live here and enjoy everything that Essex and the Connecticut River Valley and shoreline have to offer.