55 Essex Hill Rd, Cornwall, CT 06796
What This House Offers
Call for Availability - Cornwall's Charming "Children's Cottage" offers an amazing, one of a kind, country experience. The approach to this 1920's home is up an old lane, draped under a canopy of mature native trees and surrounded with historical stone walls. There is a large open field with room to play: simple, quaint and idyllic. And as if this weren't enough to enjoy, a secondary treat awaits in the back of the house. The cottage is perched high above Birdseye Brook- a substantial waterway- that provides a soothing natural melody as it tumbles down to Cornwall Valley. There is this awesome tree house feeling sitting on the back deck amongst the woods listening to the brook. The house itself has both old world character with modern day amenities. A spacious, open-concept living room features abundant natural light, beautifully refinished wide board floors, built-ins, fireplace, a separate large dining area. The kitchen is the oldest part of the house and has a secreted loft space. The bedroom wing provides 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms. The Primary bedroom also has built-in drawers, a double closet, and an ensuite bath. Each bedroom has lovely views and gurgling brook sounds. This home is steps away from Mohawk Mountain for skiing & hiking. Set on a back road there are miles of low trafficked country roads to bike along. Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer offer so much to do. Why not immerse oneself in this country haven. MLS# 24203282
Unit
55 Essex Hill Rd is a single-family home for rent in Cornwall, CT
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1925
- Cottage
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- 1 Fireplace
- 2278 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on lower level
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Basement Storage
Parking
- Parking Deck
- Driveway
- 5 Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Grill
Lot Details
- 4.3 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a stream
- Stone Wall
- Property is zoned R-5
Schools
- Cornwall Consol. Elementary School
- Housatonic High School
Utilities
- Well
- Fuel Tank Located in Ground
- Heating System Uses Propane
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 805210
Community Details
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed with Restrictions
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Cornwall, CT 06796
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Area Scores
Walkability
Not walkable
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Somewhat bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
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Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Calm
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Cornwall Consolidated School
Grades PK-8
Public
Indian Mountain School
Grades PK-8
Private
Housatonic Valley Regional High School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 55 Essex Hill Rd are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 5 miles, including Mohawk Mountain and Mohawk State Forest.
Airports
Living in Litchfield County provides easy access to Bradley International, located just 79 minutes from 55 Essex Hill Rd.
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