12 Fordham Rd, Essex, CT 06426

In a town of many distinctive homes, this Essex post and beam property sets the standard for high quality living and productivity! Massive vaulted timbers, hand hewn by Vermont Builders, frames it's gracious three stories. The great room, with memorable stone fireplace, evokes warmth and comfort for family gatherings while the cozy den offers a quiet retreat. The chef's kitchen, appointed with a large Viking stove and paneled SubZero, flows beautifully into the architecturally distinct dining room and great room. A first floor bedroom provides flexibility in this floorplan for a master bedroom on the 1st and 2nd floor. The substantial staircases leads you to the additional 3 bedrooms and a third floor loft that can be used for a 5th bedroom, office or playspace. Most significantly, the home has an attached 8-car garage featuring radiant floor heating and a very large covered side shed for extra storage. It's a dream workspace for a home, business maker, car & boat collector or craftsman. This home has an extraordinary presence of good living that must be experienced!