"Wow"! sums it up. As soon as you enter the graceful landscaped grounds through the circular crushed stone drive, you know you are in enchanted territory. Built in 1950 and refined over the years as an artist's retreat, this shingled home defies labels. It is fanciful, yet grounded by features such as a first floor bedroom suite, living room with parquet flooring and fireplace, a chef's kitchen with walk-in pantry, and cozy den with bookcases. The breakfast room is flooded by light. A "corn crib" addition with fireplace and soaring exposed beam ceiling, anchors the far end of a dramatic vaulted entry foyer filled with bookcases and wall space galore to feature art and treasures. A spacious bedroom suite with renovated full bath, including double sinks, marble countertop, heated flooring, and shower is found on the upper level. The terrace outside the kitchen provides a marvelous al fresco dining experience by the fish pond. It's not hard to envision you are dining in Provence or Tuscany. The outbuildings, gardens and frog pond add more layers of utility and panache to an already otherworldly tableau. The outbuilding closest to the main house provides a half bath, making this space suitable as an office, studio, or for use as a guest bedroom. Another office is attached to the cavernous heated and air conditioned garage. Additional outbuildings provide storage and studio space, and a detached one-car garage. Deeded water access. Come for a tour and fall under the spell!
Sold for $760,000
$760,000
4 Crosstrees Hill Road, Essex, CT 06426
2beds
2,985sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.49 Acres Lot
$828,400 Zestimate®
$255/sqft
$4,696 Estimated rent
Home value
$828,400
$754,000 - $911,000
$4,696/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 30, 2025 at 03:45pm
Listed by:
Rick Weiner 860-227-3191,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-767-7488
Bought with:
Gregory E. Hanner, REB.0788235
Garden Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24050057
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Remodeled, Skylight, Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Wall/Wall Carpet, Tile Floor
- Level: Upper
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
Den
- Features: Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Patio/Terrace, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Fireplace, Parquet Floor
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Features: Skylight, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Electric, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Wired for Data, Entrance Foyer
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: None
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,985
- Total interior livable area: 2,985 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,985
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Covered, Off Street, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Private, Circular Driveway
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Access
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Few Trees, Level, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Guest House
- Parcel number: 988001
- Zoning: RU
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shake Siding, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Playground, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Essex
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2025 | Sold | $760,000-4.4%$255/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24050057 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2025 | Pending sale | $795,000$266/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24050057 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2024 | Price change | $795,000-3.6%$266/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24050057 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $825,000+83.3%$276/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24050057 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2017 | Sold | $450,000$151/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #N10129369 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,509 +5.2% | $349,400 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,186 +20.8% | $342,700 +51.2% |
| 2023 | $5,121 0% | $226,700 +0.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Essex Village
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
- High: Valley
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Connecticut
- Middlesex County
- Essex
- 06426
- Essex Village
- 4 Crosstrees Hill Road