The Connecticut home represents an exceptional value in today’s real estate market.
Thanks to its large lot and substantial setback from Bolton Road, it feels secluded and private. It is also noticeably quiet, thanks to the surrounding woods.
Despite this feeling of privacy, however, the home 436 Bolton Road in Vernon is just 10 minutes from large shopping areas in several towns, including Vernon. The I-84 interchanges for traffic heading east and west are just a few minutes away, and it’s only 25 minutes to Bradley International Airport. This is a home that delivers privacy without isolating residents.
As for the home itself, it has been meticulously maintained over the years and features an open floor plan, ample room on three levels, and a large deck and backyard. Combined, these elements make it ideal for daily living and entertaining. It is clearly able to handle large gatherings without overwhelming smaller parties.
The entry hall is welcoming, and features an open stairway to the second floor, a sightline to the family room, and easy access to the living room on the right. Crown molding is used throughout much of the home, including the entry hall, adding an elegant touch. The flooring in the entry is tile, however, hardwood flooring, in excellent condition, is used through most of the first floor and on the second floor landing.
The living room is large, yet it would still serve nicely for smaller gatherings. Its focal point will inevitably be the brick fireplace that is surrounded by wide, attractive millwork that includes a mantle. At the end of the living room, French doors, with transom windows above, lead to the formal dining room. A second French door allows for easy access to the kitchen, which is open to the family room.
Most visitors, however, will reach this large kitchen-family room area by heading straight toward the rear of the home from the front door. This reveals a large area for gathering with family and friends. It also affords impressive views through large windows in sidelights and doors that go to the rear deck, back yard, and the in-ground swimming pool.
At one end of the family room are built-in bookshelves and lower cabinets. At the other end, the family room is open to a large eat-in galley kitchen. People in both areas can enjoy the fireplace, which it turns out is the same fireplace serving the living room. It is open on both sides and it currently uses a gas log. However, this could be easily removed for a wood fire. The masonry surrounding the fireplace even includes a cove for storing firewood.
The galley kitchen is wide enough to allow a chef and helpers to work without bumping into each other. The granite counters on the outer wall feature the sink, with impressive views of the backyard, and a four-burner gas cooktop. The other side includes more granite counter space, a large refrigerator, and double electric wall ovens.
The ample cabinet space in the kitchen is augmented by a large pantry. The kitchen also accesses a tiled mudroom with a half bath, a door to the attached two-car garage, and another door to the 1,100 square foot Trex deck at the rear of the home. This deck extends nearly the length of the house and includes a shaded pavilion, a large screened-in three-season covered porch with lighting and a ceiling fan, and access to the pool, with its separate pool house.
To the left of the front entry is a hall leading to two first floor bedrooms and a full bath. A pocket door provides additional separation for this bedroom hallway.
The front bedroom on the first floor is nicely sized while the second bedroom on this floor, at the rear of the home, is larger, has a view through large windows of the pool, and access to the rear deck. Two closets, one a walk-in with a great deal of space, also grace this bedroom, while the shared bath has a large shower and attractive tile. The second floor has two more bedrooms and another full bath, with shallow alcoves in the bedrooms following the gambrel roofline adding space and visual interest.
The lower level takes advantage of the sloping lot to include a large window in a nicely finished room. Here, an alcove serves as a cozy spot to read a book. A large laundry room with ample storage is also in this area. Separated from this finished space is a large storage room with the home’s mechanicals and a separate workshop. Here, a second set of stairs goes to the garage.
The property has a large storage building and beautiful stone walls. As for the home, its meticulous care includes the recent installation of a Buderus boiler for the multi-zone heating system and a top-of-the-line air conditioning system. The electrical service is generator ready, simplifying the task of adding this feature if the next owner wishes to install a backup power source.
In addition to the forest and hiking trails at the rear of the home, the woods on the left are in a Vernon land trust. This property is also within walking distance to Valley Falls Park and a Rails to Trails conversion that goes through Vernon. Perhaps most impressive of all, however, is the exceptional quality of workmanship and attention to detail that is obvious throughout this home.
Info Box:
Built: 1966
Price: $599,900
Style: Dutch Colonial
Rooms: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 2 full; 1 half
Square footage: 2,607
Acreage: 2.76
Mill rate: 33.39
Best Feature: The backyard and pool area. Combined with the open floor plan, it opens countless possibilities for entertaining and daily living.
Contact: Melania Hasiuk
William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty
860-817-1366
mhasiuk@wpsir.com
