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64 Book Hill Road

Essex CT, 06426

$2,650,000


$974.26 per sqft

Closed

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,720 sqft

Residential

Built in 1957

"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.

24006741

MLS ID

April 3, 2024

Listed

May 9, 2024

Updated

Map

64 Book Hill Road
Essex CT, 06426

Interior Features

Bedrooms

3


Total Bathrooms

2.5


Appliances

Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Oven


Laundry Description

In Basement


Fireplace

Yes


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Central Air


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Oil, Forced Air

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

36.52 Acres


Exterior Features

Garden


Lot Features

Cul-De-Sac, Rolling Slope, Wooded


Architectual Style

Modern


Sewer

Septic Tank

School Information

High School

Valley


Elementary School

Essex

Other Property Details

Area Name

Essex Village


Taxes

$13,588


Tax Frequency

Annually


Days on Market

3


Garage

Yes


Garage Spaces

2


Parking Total

2


View

Yes


View Description

Water


County

Middlesex


Water Source

Well


Pool

Yes


Pool Features

Gunite, Outdoor Pool, In Ground


Zoning

RU

Listing History

Date

Event

Price

4/30/2024

Sold

$2,650,000

4/12/2024

Pending

4/7/2024

Under Contract

Listed by Rick Weiner with William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listing Contact:  

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