42-44 Howard Avenue, Branford

Year Built: 1930

Style: Colonial

Square Feet: 2,741

Acres: 0.59

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3

Price: $2,199,000

Aonce-in-a-lifetime property is a must view for the family that loves the water.

Originally two parcels, the waterfront home is being sold as a single property and is located directly on Branford Harbor, with 80 windows and gorgeous water views from nearly every one.

Located on the former site of the Branford Yacht Club, the home was built in 1930, meticulously updated by architect Vincent Amore, and is today move in ready and completely renovated with fresh paint and a total of 80 windows, with walls of windows throughout and a direct waterfront master suite specifically designed to maximize window footage.

With 270 degree views, an in-ground harborside bromide swimming pool, hardwood flooring, and two fireplaces, it is simply not possible to ignore this stunning eight-room, open plan home. Originally the site of two buildings, there is zoning approval for construction of a second home.

The 2,741-square-foot home was able to safely weather Hurricane Irene by virtue of its position atop a granite seawall. Seldom seen in a coastal home, the property has a yard measuring more than half an acre with a grassy area, gardens, and even stone walls and a fire pit. A permitted deep water dock needs work, but is in place at the location.

A chef's kitchen measures 11 x 20 and has been renovated with new cabinets, top-of-the-line appliances, granite features, a large center island, a gas stove, a full wall of built ins, and slider access to part of the home's large deck, with views of the cove.

The combination living/dining room measuring a spacious 14 x 34, with a fireplace and a wall of windows facing the water and the deck, which is framed in Murano glass.

The private 10 x 12 master suite has a sitting room adjacent and measures 10 x 12, while a separate guest wing houses two additional bedrooms.

The home also includes a single car, attached garage; central air; and a partial, unfinished basement. Appliances convey with the sale and additional rooms include an office. Conveniences include city gas, water, and sewer.

This home is being offered by for $2,199,000 by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. For information and a showing, contact Sheridan Peterson at 203-481-4571 or 203-804-5966 (cell).

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