You'll find this 4 bedroom ranch on a cul de sac within walking distance to Guilford center.  Convenience and ease of living blend perfectly in this home with central air, hardwood floors, 2 full bathrooms and a full basement.  Relax on the 3 season porch and look out over the well-maintained yard, bordered by a stream.  Other features include fireplace in living room, built in corner cabinet in dining room, master suite and a one car detached garage.  Offered at $395,000.  Call Betsy at 203.738.0207 or 203.641.3233 to tour this charming home.

Bright end unit located in a convenient location in Branford.  The first floor offers kitchen and a large living and dining room area that makes entertaining easy.  You'll enjoy relaxing on the deck off the living room in the summer or warming up by the LR fireplace in the winter.  Laundry is located on first floor.  The second floor provides 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath.  A balcony off the master is an ideal place to read the paper and enjoy a cup of coffee.  The lower level has 2 additional finished rooms - perfect for exercise, guests or home office.  Call today to schedule a showing at 203.738.0207 or 203.641.3233. 

Some interesting properties have come on the market over the past few weeks.  Some wonderful homes within walking distance to the beach are ready for new owners.

 10 Shorelands came on at $749K.  This 2000 sq ft cape was built in 1950, is set on .63 acre, has terrific curb appeal and deeded beach rights.  Drive one street over and check out 36 Overshores East.  Step inside the fenced yard and you'll feel like you're on vacation.  Perennial gardens border the yard and provide a wonderful sense of privacy.  Enjoy the vintage charm of this 1936 cottage and the modern conveniences that we've come to expect.  Priced at $839,000

 If you're not afraid of a little work, 25 Island Avenue is the home for you.  This 3555 sq ft home provides a spacious architectural design, a private location and deeded beach rights.  Roll up your sleeves and watch your value grow - priced to sell at $850K.

94 East Wharf is a spacious cape just a short walk to the East Wharf Beach or the village of Madison.  You'll appreciate how well maintained this home is, from the new heat and a/c system to the copper gutters.  3 bedrooms and just about .50 acre of land.  Stop and see what $995,000 will get you.

Do you prefer direct waterfront?  Then take a look at 29 Parker Lane.  The contemporized beach home  offers 2448 sq feet on a .16 size lot.  Look out on Faulkner's Island from any of the 3 levels.  Price is $2,195,000.

 

Happy September

The First and Last Tavern recently opened in Guilford.  It's located in the building where the Rio Grande Restaurant formerly occupied.  First and Last has other locations in Middletown, Hartford, Avon and one in Maine.  We picked up our pizza to go and were pleased with our selection.  Looking forward to dining in next time and happy to see a new place in town.

Updated information on the c. 1765 saltbox on the National Registry set across from Joshua's Cove of Long Island Sound.  The location is ideal - between the historic Guilford Green and Branford's Stony Creek.  The price of this 3600+/- sq foot colonial has been reduced to $649,900.  Much original material is included in this home preserving its character.  An addition was added to the home in the 1980's and would lend itself to a first floor master suite or a grand kitchen.  The upstairs bath is completely updated, yet maintains the charm of the era.   Come visit www.575leetesisland.com and see if this is the antique you've been searching for. 

Since we've passed June 15th now, I thought it would be a good time to take a moment to review the current offerings of condominiums in Madison.  Right now, 25 condos are actively being marketed.  For $264,900 one can purchase a free-standing, 5 room unit in close proximity to Hammonassett State Park.  Two units are available at the "Mews" - one at $700,000 and the other at $748,500.  This complex is conveniently located to town and East Wharf Beach.  A total of 16 units are for sale in the $300,000 to $400,000 price range - a great variety for buyers to choose from.  Strathmore Farms offers life on the Hammonassett River, and is where you can find an almost 3,000 sq foot unit for $869,000.  

I've been racking my brain trying to come up with a fun, creative and memorable closing gift for my clients.  Does anyone have any suggestions?  Do you give the same gift to all clients regardless of the price of the transaction?  I've given a variety of gifts from good champagne & flutes; gift certificates to restaurants, home improvement centers; and plants.  The stress of deciding on the gift is almost more than getting through the contingency period!  Advice would be greatly appreciated!

This ranch has so much to offer.  It's set on an interior lot overlooking the East River.  The main house has 3 bedrooms, large great room, and a sun room.  The in-law suite is located off the kitchen - in there you'll find one bedroom, sitting area, small kitchen and private entrance.  The composite decking requires minimal maintenance.  Madison Center and I95 are all in close proximity.  Offered at $649,000.  Call 203.738.0205 or 203.245.6700 for more information.  www.35greenhill.com is currently under construction, but should be completed by June 20th.

The Madison Farmers' Market opened yesterday and was well attended.  The market will run every Friday from 3 to 6 now into October.  Vendors were marketing a wide variety of local products:  Jam, preserves, pies, plants, vegetables, fish, meat, bread and even soap.  Something for everyone - stop by and check it out!  It's a wonderful opportunity to purchase local or organic items and support your local farm.

 

The Madison Farmers' Market opened yesterday and was well attended.  The market will run every Friday from 3 to 6 now into October.  Vendors were marketing a wide variety of local products:  Jam, preserves, pies, plants, vegetables, fish, meat and bread.  Something for everyone - stop by and check it out!