Specifications

Asking Price $549,000

Town:  Collinsville

Address:  5 The Green

ML #: G491254

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     What an opportunity!!! Walk to the Farmington River. Fish. Canoe. Tube. Walk to the Farmington River Trail. Walk or bike all the way to Unionville. Walk to LaSalle's for breakfast or lunch. Walk to the Crown and Hammer Pub for refreshments. Live in the heart of Collinsville on a street aptly named The Green. Experience old fashioned village living at it's best.
     From the moment you pull up to this 1850 Victorian home, you will be impressed. The Dogwood lined street offers a quaint feeling of yesteryear. Approach the front door through a covered porch that extends around the left side of the house. Smile when you recognize the  mechanical "doorbell" that is built into the front door. Pause as you enter the foyer and realize that this home offers taller ceilings than you might expect in an older home. Marvel at the detailed trim work that is evident from the moment you enter. Enjoy the warmth that exudes from the hardwood flooring that extends beyond view. Look to the left and anticipate climbing the wide stairway leading to the second floor.
     Turn to the right, beyond the stately pillared columns, and picture yourself relaxing in the formal  living room with plenty of window light and built ins. Be charmed by the space, the flooring and the old fashioned radiators. Exit the living room and turn right, entering the large full width family room. Be impressed by the space, seeing two areas for sitting as well as space for a piano. Imagine sitting in front of the fireplace and looking out the dual windows on both sides of the room.
     Just beyond the family room, enter the large formal dining room. Look at the built in corner curio with leaded glass doors. Notice the light that enters from the two double hung windows and the accent window between them. Notice the flooring and trim work.
     As you pass exit the dining room, enjoy the walk through butler's pantry. It offers exceptional storage space with upper and lower cabinetry with drawers and glass front upper doors. There is also adequate counter space as well. The pantry will bring you into a remodeled kitchen complete with granite center island. One wall retains the charm of old fashioned built ins, while the rest of the kitchen has newer cabinetry and tops. The appliances are all newer as well, including a stainless steel propane stove. Again, there are plenty of windows here, as well as a mud room which leads to the right rear of the home and the carriage house.
     Off of the kitchen, there is a full bath, complete with a charming painted image of the Collinsville ax factory and the Farmington River. The kitchen also provides access to a home office area and first floor laundry, as well as a second staircase leading to the second floor.
     The second floor has a wide hallway, and continues the detailed trim work found on the first floor. There are three bedrooms found here. One is a regular bedroom with closet. Another is larger and also has built ins. The third bedroom is toward the rear of the house, and has a bedroom area as well as a sitting area. This is ideal for an in-law or au-pair setup. The bathroom is accessed through the main hallway, and is as charming as can be. It has been updated, but is full of character. The original footbath is still in place, although the plumbing has since been disconnected.
     From the second floor hall, find another stairwell leading upstairs. Climb the stairs to find a wonderful master bedroom suite. There is an entry area with closet, a large sitting area and a huge master bedroom. The upper level is carpeted and its walls are all tongue and groove boards. The space will amaze you. The only thing missing is a dedicated master bath, but that should be rectified easily enough. Just below the sitting area is the second floor bathroom, providing access to water feeds, drainage and venting should you choose to install a bathroom here.
     The basement access is located in the kitchen, and provides a surprisingly dry space. Downstairs, you will find carpeted floor and space enough to hold a billiard table, tons of built in storage and game area and updated mechanicals. These include a newer boiler, newer hot water heater, dual oil tanks and a newer main service electric panel.
     Outside, the grounds are just as inviting as the inside. The rear yard is fenced for privacy. It is level and nicely landscaped. There is a large brick patio that leads from the rear of the home to the two story carriage house/garage. There is enough space to park one car, with additional rear space for lawn and garden equipment. The second floor is unfinished, but could be used as a work shop or play area.

This home is being offered by Ann and John Rossley in concert with Mary New. Call one of us today to schedule a viewing. Overnight notice is requested.

Mary's Cell       860-605-6570
Ann's Cell         860-205-0786
John's Cell       860-712-6286