Perched on a verdant knoll and tucked away just outside of town center in a supremely strollable neighborhood, this striking antique home is ready for its next chapter! A gorgeous wraparound farmer's porch beckons you in to explore the versatile floorplan. With handsome hardwood floors and windows in all the right places, the main level is ideal for both entertaining and cozy nights at home. A modern open kitchen w S/S appliances, gas cooking large granite peninsula, & DREAM walk-in pantry anchor the space with generously sized living & dining areas flanking the center stairwell. Phenomenal indoor / outdoor flow with multiple access points to your serene outdoor space w gardens, mature plantings, & patio. Upstairs, 3 BRs (2 of them VERY well sized, all with ceiling fans) share a full bath & there's also convenient 2nd fl laundry. NEW BOILER!!! Great storage in basement + a massive utility shed. Plenty of parking. This adorable home is a short jaunt to Brewed Awakening Coffee, Road Runner Pub (among other eateries!), & The Higganum Village. Incredibly easy access to Rt 9 - a dynamite commuting location under 30 min to Hartford, 10 min to Chester Center, & only 20 min to Essex Village or shoreline destinations all the while surround by endless outdoor recreation options. Come and take a look: you'll find us at the intersection of value and opportunity!