248 New London Turnpike

Description

Classic colonial home in rural setting, located less than a 10-minute drive to downtown Mystic. The five-bedroom 5,500 square foot residence has grace and elegance. The entrance foyer hallway leading to the kitchen passes by a formal dining room, and music room/den with fireplaces. The large kitchen with a dining area, pantry, and center island with two sinks, Wolf stove, and plenty of cabinet space for storage. Off the kitchen is a large sunken living room with nine-foot-high ceilings, attractive built-in shelving with cabinets, flanking a central fireplace. The living room has natural light and two large Palladian doors lead out to the pool and deck. Adjacent to the kitchen, opposite the living-room is a hallway leading to a powder room, closets, three car garage, and a downstairs office/bedroom with access to the pool and deck. From the downstairs entry foyer, an attractive staircase leads to the second-floor landing, with a small balcony overlooking the front lawn. Off the foyer is the 800 square foot primary bedroom suite, with a fireplace, laundry area, two bathrooms, and two large walk-in closets. The opposite side of the house has 3 bedrooms, two with their own bathrooms, and a large office at the end of the hallway. The basement has a laundry/workshop area, and a den with wine storage. Condition issues are present: the roof, swimming pool, and surrounding deck need to be restored. Approved for a 2,500 square foot guest house.