This lovely Village renovated Antique circa 1853 house has been totally renovated from top to bottom with attention to detail. It is sited on 1.5 acres with beautiful gardens, mature trees and a lawn that sweeps down to a picturesque pond with a fountain. The stone patio runs the full length of the house that overlooks the in ground swimming pool making this an ideal area for al fresco dining. The 15x24 chef’s eat in kitchen has a built in banquette to enjoy those gourmet meals and a sit down center island with beautiful garden views. Adjacent is the formal dining room with a fireplace. The 20x33 living room with a vaulted ceiling, fireplace, French doors and features an oversized multi pane window with long views to the pond. On the second floor, there are two guest bedrooms and the primary suite. The bright sunny suite has a high cathedral wood ceiling and a chandelier with French doors to the balcony that overlooks the property. The handsome bath and ample closets complete this beautiful suite. A two car garage completes this beautiful property which has deeded water access to South Cove and is only a short walk to Essex Village This property has an easement to the water. Attached are plans for a Carriage House on the property, subject to approvals.
Sold
$1,675,000
12 Rackett Ln, Essex, CT 06426
3beds
3,637sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1853
1.46 Acres lot
$2,032,500 Zestimate®
$461/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 09, 2022 at 01:59pm
Listed by:
Colette Harron,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with:
Jennifer Caulfield, RES.0360692
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170525323

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Cathedral Ceiling(s), French Doors, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Tile Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 117.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 14.7
Family room
- Features: Bookcases, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 26
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 693 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 33
Living room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Bookcases, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 430.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24.2 x 17.8
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wired for Data
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Storage
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,637
- Total interior livable area: 3,637 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,637
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Private, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Heated, Gunite
- Fencing: Partial,Stone
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: River Front, Walk to Water
Lot
- Size: 1.46 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 987518
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1853
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Basketball Court, Near Public Transport, Golf, Health Club, Library, Park, Shopping/Mall
Location
- Region: Essex
- Subdivision: No
Services availability

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