Waterfront on a Peaceful Peninsula overlooking Whalebone Cove in Hadlyme. Three-bdr 2.5 bath home with wide wood floors, custom doors and built-ins and detailed paneling.Enjoy magnificent views of the cove! 2 Car garage with attached full guest quarters
Famed author Dominick Dunne said of his waterfront home in Hadlyme "I don't know if it was the view or the house I fell in love first." A statement easily understandable while overlooking beautiful Whalebone Cove teaming with wildlife and the residence sitting high on a knoll on this peaceful peninsula, a setting which Mr. Dunne incorporated in many of his novels.
On 5 plus acres, the seven room, three bedroom Colonial house built in 1961 features wide wood floors throughout, custom doors, detailed wood paneling, crown molding and central air.
The 30x21 living room with its large fireplace, beautiful wood mantle and leather wrap around seat warmer, a built-in early American style corner cabinet and custom built-ins are immediately recognizable from Mr. Dunne's television shows and documentaries. Traditional 12 over 12 windows look out to the Cove, French doors open to the stone patio and a rolling lawn sweeps down to the gazebo ideally located to entertain or simply to enjoy the closeness of nature and the protected Cove where a small boat can be launched.
The cozy library has built-ins, an entertainement center, and a leaded bay window gives wide views of the Cove.
The country style eat in kitchen also with a bay window looks onto the Cove and accesses the patio.
A formal dining room with antique candle sconces and a fireplace is perfect for entertaining.
The master suite has a fireplace and dormer windows overlook the Cove. A large dressing room is lined with four expansive closets. The master bath has green marble floors and overlooks the patio and Cove.
There are two guest bedrooms, one of which enjoys a fireplace.
A detached guest apartment with a loft and full bath is ideal for a caretaker or an office.
This unique property is located is located on a quiet country road, halfway between New York and Boston yet close to all major transportation.
Copyright © 2010 Connecticut Multiple Listing Service, Inc., All Rights Reserved;
