Branford - Beach Property For Sale #4750222

This impressive, historic waterfront property checks ALL the boxes! Designed by noted New Haven architect Henry Austin in 1871 in the Carpenter Gothic style and located in the coveted Indian Neck neighborhood with 250 feet of sandy beach frontage on the widest section of L.I. Sound, this Victorian classic is elevated above the flood zone. Among recent updates are a new slate and copper roof, all new plumbing, updated electrical, central air conditioning throughout, new windows, and updated bathrooms. An elegant floor plan with rooms open to one another permits water views to be carried through from front to back. The kitchen features Miele, Gaggenau, Ilve, and Bosch appliances and a breakfast/wine bar and generous island provides seating for both casual and intimate dinners. The family room has rosewood carved paneling hiding deep built-ins and gas fireplaces are in both the living and family rooms.In addition there's also the opportunity for a first floor, grand in-law suite with its own entrance including a great room, its own top of the line kitchen, two bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one ensuite) plus a water view, bluestone terrace & brand new outdoor kitchen.Outdoor entertaining spaces also include bilevel wrap around decks. The Newport inspired irrigated grounds boast mature shade trees and salt/sea spray safe plantings. The association maintains the beach and the sea wall and also has a kayak launch. Several excellent restaurants are nearby as is the Owenego Beach Club.