61 Church St, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

One of the first things you notice as you arrive at this home is the stone wall and beautiful stained glass window in the front door. The property was known as "a 1/2 acre at Saybrook Point" when it was owned by the Spellman family prior to 1903. The land was sold to AJ Gilbert who gave it to his son, Charles in 1923. Charles Raymond Gilbert built the home in 1925. From this home you can take a lovely stroll, past historic homes and to the waters of North Cove. If you continue walking to Saybrook Point you can enjoy the view of Long Island Sound from Fort Saybrook Monument Park. This home has a wonderful family room which was added in 2003 at the same time the home the main house was updated. The family room is perfect for family gatherings, filled with sunlight, warmth and fabulous granite fireplace. There are French doors, built-in book shelves, recessed lighting and lovely wood floors. The staircase leading to the second floor was originally in a church. The second level has two bedroom suites, both of which would be ideal as a master. Between the two bedrooms is a cozy sitting area curling up with a book or watching television. There is a second floor laundry. The backyard is level, deep and even though this home is in a neighborhood does have privacy.