270 Bloomfield Ave, West Hartford, CT 06117

Step back into time in this lovingly restored 1850 Greek revival home. Sited on the north branch of the Park River with views of an historic gristmill, you can watch ducks and herons feed as you relax on its expansive IPE deck. Magnificent country kitchen with AGA stove for serious cooks. First floor features a cozy living room with Ahrens fireplace, library with built-in bookcases, dining room with French doors opening to the river, entry parlor, and a generous family room with natural gas stove. Original pumpkin pine flooring, wavy glass windows with new interior storm windows, William Morris wallpaper, antique light fixtures and hardware keep the charm of an earlier era. Modern upgrades including copper gutters, radiant heating make this a 21st century house. Master bedroom has radiant heated large walk-in closet and bathroom. Two more bedrooms, laundry room, and bath with walk-in shower are on 2nd floor. Attic has large ensuite bedroom and still plenty of storage. This gorgeous home is surrounded by almost an acre of rare trees and exquisite 4 season gardens. You will think yourself in a rural setting, but you are only 10 minutes to parking in downtown Hartford. A rare house for someone special!