96 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT 06412

$1,375,000 Asking Price

4 beds
4 baths
3,153  sqft
Built in 1830

Steeped in history, awash in modern amenities and conveniences, this 4 bed (2 en suite), 3 1/2 bath converted barn sits on over six acres just a spit from the Connecticut River and the quintessential town of Chester. The current homeowner's goal was to gently nudge the 1830s cider mill into this century with thought, care, and charm salvaging and repurposing as many original features as feasible. The transformation included removal of randomly erected partition walls throughout, and reworking the floor plan. Original wall planks were unearthed, hand sawn chestnut flooring was restored, and extra planks were used to create mantles for the 2 fireplaces. The live-edge sheathing in the ceiling was preserved giving the space simultaneously a sense of grandiosity and warmth. The resulting home is an inviting and comfortable retreat for a few or a fabulous entertaining space for many. From the oversized deck complete with outdoor kitchen, look out over the vast field and watch the wildlife including foxes, deer, bobcats, coyotes, American Kestrels, goldfinch and eastern bluebirds, possums, raccoons and more. A few apple trees remain, the fields slope and undulate untouched by time. Enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of wine in the gazebo or al fresco next to 'frog pond' or as you meander along the path around the pasture. The fully updated estate with new HVAC, roof, solar, kitchen, bathrooms, outdoor shower, electrical, plumbing and septic system is ready for your vision;

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Cable - Pre-wired,Open Floor Plan
Appliances:
Gas Cooktop,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Freezer,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer
Laundry:
Main Level
Basement:
Full,Partially Finished,Full With Walk-Out
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Hot Air, Electric,Propane
Fireplace:
Fireplaces: 2

Exterior

General:
Gazebo,Porch,Wrap Around Deck,Deck,Garden Area,French Doors,Paddock,Patio
Style:
Antique,Barn
Parking:
Parking spaces: 6

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt Shingle

Location

County:
Middlesex

Lot

Driveway:
Private,Crushed Stone
Zoning:
R-5, 941342

Utilities

Water:
Private Well
Sewer:
Septic

This listing courtesy of:
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Susan Malan

About Chester, CT

Housing

Number of Units
1,808
Median Home Value
$332,323
Median Rent
$1,107

24.80% of housing units are renter occupied.

8.85% are vacant.

Commute

Car
46.92%
Public Transportation
0.36%
Walk to Work
0.36%
Work from Home
52.11%
Other
0.26%

The median travel time to work is 13 minutes.

People

Population
3,808
Median Age
49.50
Median Household Size
2.52

Education

High School
21.34%
Associate’s Degree
6.46%
Bachelor’s Degree
21.48%
Graduate Degree
14.33%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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