12 River Road Drive, Essex, CT, 06426

“The Ledges”. Prominently set on a private acre, this custom built & thoughtfully designed quintessential New England Gambrel is just what you have been looking for in the perfect shoreline home. Beautifully decorated, elegant well-proportioned rooms allow interior spaces to blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. As you enter, French doors lead to a gracious living room with a fireplace & the formal dining room with a butler’s pantry. A well-appointed kitchen opens to a casual dining area creating the ideal space for everyday gatherings. Offering the perfect balance of relaxed & refined, the family room features custom built-ins, a fabulous wet bar & sitting area around a stone fireplace. A cozy library leads to the garden room, sun porch & private deck. Upstairs is the spacious primary suite & 2 guest rooms, home office & craft room. The bonus room (w/additional BR) could easily be an in-law suite or work-out area; a back staircase leads to the first floor guest quarters with its own private entrance. Professionally landscaped grounds feature perennial gardens, beautiful rock out-cropping's and mature plantings...two stone terraces are ideal for entertaining. The potting shed will be great for all of your gardening needs & the separate 2 car garage w/studio will surely inspire your creativity. Offering the perfect blend of modern home design with traditional interiors this special home will combine a unique investment with a wonderful way of life for years to come.