8 Bauer Pl, Westport, CT 06880

GET READY FOR THE UNEXPECTED when you pass through the front door of this charming 1940s cape and experience its clever transformation. The renovation here was 15 years ago, but FORWARD-THINKING DESIGN AND OPEN FLOOR PLAN make it relevant to today's lifestyle. EASY LIVING is magnified by its CONVENIENCE TO SCHOOLS, FOOD, SHOPPING AND MORE. Long Lots Elementary and its playground are a quick 1/10th of a mile down Bauer Place through the "back door" neighborhood access that everyone enjoys; Stop & Shop and other necessities are less than a mile away. More ambitious walkers can be at Burying Hill Beach in 25 minutes or you can hop in your car for a 10 minute drive and quick lunch break or escape. The light-filled and friendly 4 bedroom, 4-bath home was architecturally re-imagined with many thoughtfully conceived living spaces. The oversized entry foyer carries you right through the 1st floor past the living room and kitchen into the family room where windows cross the entire rear wall and bring the private backyard into clear view. Glass double doors invite you to the outside firepit, ORGANIC VEGETABLE GARDEN and outdoor play. The FLEXIBLE USE , "EXTRA SUITE" currently used as an office could EASILY BE A SUITE FOR YOUR IN-LAW OR NANNY. The whole house makeover entailed a gut-to-the-studs revamping of insulation and thermopane windows, HVAC FOR CENTRAL AIR HEATING AND COOLING and created a variety of comfy gathering places. The loungey living room makes you want to stay and chat or sit and read near the fire; a large and inviting chef's kitchen with TWO CENTER ISLANDS puts the cook in the center of conversation with whomever is around. A VIKING gas grill with overhead THERMADOR vent is on one island, and the second island runs 2/3's the width of the room to become the hangout for those who want to mingle around food, hang out to work or study. The kitchen detail goes beyond basics. A large Electrolux fridge plus 2 more: one for snacks and another at the beverage bar. Places to study alone or gather and chat are all around, from the front yard to the back, including a picnic table tucked around a corner off the 1st floor office (or bedroom) suite. The 2nd floor PRIMARY BEDROOM COVERS THE BACK OF THE HOUSE and has a vaulted ceiling with hunky beams, a Juliette balcony, full shower, soaking tub and walk-in closet. Plus 3 more bedrooms on the second level: one with bathroom ensuite and the other two share a hall bath. The Lower Level Rec Room can be used as a second office and exercise space as well. Come see it and find your own ways to love it Annual rental with flexible terms. Unfurnished possible but must be a long term lease of at least 18 months. No smoking. No pets. Tenants must use landlord's preferred application process; request from listing agent