43 Cove Road, Lyme, CT

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This c. 1800 post and beam colonial was fully restored and reproduced with period details in 1995 when it was moved to its current waterfront location in Lyme, CT. Outbuildings were added to compliment the bucolic and private 1.5 acres.
The property is discretely situated along the Hamburg Outer Cove which provides direct access to the CT River, and then onto LI Sound as seen in the background.
Rest blissfully on the lower stone terrace overlooking the Outer Cove. The property's stone dock below is reached by stone-stepped footpath.The channel side dock is perfect for a Boston Whaler or a dinghy to your mooring for a larger boat.
The channel side dock is perfect for a Boston Whaler or a dinghy to your mooring for a larger boat.
Enter through a garden gate to access the terraces overlooking the Cove.
The Outer Cove is well marked for navigating up and down river.
Among the notable exterior period details are custom built 12 over 12 windows with original glass panes showering sunlight into the residence to balance the double front door.
Outside, there is 200 square feet of terrace with water views suitable for entertaining. The barn as seen in the background has abundant storage on two levels.
The stone terrace is easily accessible from the kitchen wing of the residence.
The formal living room with wide board floors, original stone fireplace and beehive oven illustrate how 1800 living can be easily accommodate modern day lifestyles.
The generous proportions of the main living space demonstrate the thoughtfulness of home building in 1800.
A common feature of antique homes of this period are rear staircases and this one is camouflaged on the left where there is access to the current kitchen wing.
The library with built-in bookcases shares one of the many fireplaces in this center chimney home.
The 200 square foot library is a sunlit, cozy retreat for readers or for the currently sought after at-home office space.
The formal dining room benefits from the sunlight streaming through the front of the house.
The dining room with its 12-over-12 windows and timeless fireplace is appreciated by guest arriving through the formal front entrance hall.
The dinner service room has a handsome and unique large stone sink juxtaposed with modern water fixtures.
With additional, convenient access from the side entrance of the house, the service room augments the dining room and kitchen which is beyond the handsome, distressed antique door.
Restored wide pine board walls reflect the practicality and resourcefulness of 17th century home builders.
Get inspired by this kitchen wing with 200 square feet of open space. The possibilities for blending old world charm with a 21st century sophistication is an intriguing project for the savvy buyer.
The charming kitchen work space with an antique door, bead board walls, solid wood cabinets, porcelain sink, and chrome faucets showcase the blend of period charm and modern mechanical systems.
The kitchen has a vintage oven, a large pantry, and easy access to the side entrance and dinner service room.Enjoy the harmony of outdoor and indoor dining and entertaining with this easy access to the stone terrace.
Enjoy the harmony of outdoor and indoor dining and entertaining with this easy access to the stone terrace.
The water views from the stone terrace are a treasured and tranquil respite thought New England spring, summer and fall months.
For antique lovers, there is decorative copper tub in one of the three full baths.
The expansive primary suite consists of three rooms, two with fireplaces!
The primary bedroom sleeping space with fireplace is adorned with period features.
Currently a sitting area for the primary bedroom this area offers almost 250 square feet of flexible space with two access doors.
Enjoy a peekaboo look into the primary bath from the bedroom though the period door and hardware and built-in bookcases.
Sunshine pours into the primary bath.
There is another generously proportioned guest bath on the upper level.
Off the front center hall on the upper level is a guest bedroom with fireplace.
The fourth bedroom is currently used as a media room where old films and movie memorabilia can be enjoyed by many.The guest bathroom has a walk in shower featuring with ceramic tile and chrome fixtures.
The guest bathroom has a walk in shower featuring with ceramic tile and chrome fixtures.
For close to 30 years, this special residence has called Lyme its home after its move from Lisbon CT. It enjoys all the typical period with modern updates!
The post an beam barn added to the property after the home was moved here.
North of the property on the Inner Cove are two marinas and the newly built Hamburg Cove Yacht Club all of which can be accessed within minutes by foot or by boat.

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