10 Collins Ln, Essex, CT 06426

This stunning, spacious colonial is located directly on Middle Cove with its own dock, just a short distance from charming Essex Village. Full of classic New England charm, this historic home was originally built for Orson Tooker in 1837 but has been updated for today’s modern lifestyle with great attention to detail. The well-appointed kitchen is truly the heart of the home with a large center island, a beautifully tiled backsplash, and a large breakfast nook full of natural light. Enjoy gorgeous direct water views from the oversized windows in the sizable living room, which boasts a gas fireplace and built-ins. There are wide board pine floors throughout the main level, which also includes a formal dining room and two additional living spaces, one of which includes a second fireplace. The main house features a primary bedroom suite and three additional bedrooms plus a separate suite over the garage, which includes its own entrance, a bedroom, a bathroom, and a sitting room. The outside provides a huge wrap around porch and multiple balconies to take full advantage of the gorgeous water views, plus a lovely fire pit area near the dock. This charming waterfront oasis is only minutes to I-95 and two hours to Boston and New York. Beautiful new stone walkway leading to the front door and to the breezeway.