Set in a serene Preston country location, this Colonial-style home offers the perfect balance of peaceful rural living and exceptional convenience. The main level features a bright open floor plan designed for comfort and seamless entertaining. In the spacious living area, beautiful hardwood floors add warmth and character, complemented by a cozy fireplace and high-quality Anderson windows and doors that fill the home with natural light. The impressive kitchen comes equipped with custom maple cabinetry, a generous kitchen island, and a newer stove. Enjoy casual dining in the kitchen's dedicated eating area, where sliding doors lead out to the back deck. Designed with versatility in mind, the home includes a unique bonus room with its own separate entrance, offering a private space ideal for a home office, studio, or guest quarters. There is also the potential to configure a first-floor bedroom to accommodate single-level living. For those looking to expand, the unfinished attic area presents the perfect opportunity to create a custom primary suite, playroom, or media center. Outside, the back deck overlooks a sprawling, level backyard that is perfect for gardening, recreation, or simply relaxing. The property is a homesteader's dream, featuring mature, producing ginkgo, chestnut, peach, and three varieties of pear trees, along with a chicken coop, a tool shed, and an RV hookup. Key mechanical updates, including a newer furnace and a generator-ready setup, ensure year-round peace of mind in this exceptional country retreat. Located just a short drive from the Connecticut shoreline, historic Mystic, area casinos, and picturesque Amos Lake, this property provides easy access to the region's best recreation and amenities.
