35 Maple Avenue, Norfolk, CT 06058

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(back on market- purchaser inability to finance) Thoughtfully renovated 1890 Victorian village gem rich in architectural character. Beautifully crafted porches give the home its distinctive presence & serve as gracious extensions of living & dining spaces. Once the residence of Isabella Beecher Hooker & her husband, John, this home has a notable place in Connecticut history. Original details have been preserved & enhanced with substantial modern improvements, including a new kitchen & baths, a rebuilt front porch & roof, a new granite fireplace & brick chimney, a new propane warm-air heating system, central air, a new Viessmann water heater, and insulated attic and basement sills. The kitchen is well-appointed with a Bertazzoni six-burner gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, built-in cabinetry, center island, lit pantry & bar & convenient side entrance. A rear porch provides an ideal setting for grilling & entertaining. Stone wall & walkways are surrounded by established perennial gardens. Add'l features include outdoor electrical access, walk-in ground-level basement, & two-bay garage with second-floor space offering potential for a studio, office, or other uses. Ideally situated w/in walking distance of cafes & the renowned Norfolk Library. Enjoy summer days at Tobey Pond, concerts on the village green, Yale chamber music, nearby hiking trails, & easy access to the Berkshires. A very special opportunity in one of CT's peaceful & most treasured villages

Listed by Wendy Westcott (203) 217-1312 with W. Raveis Lifestyles Realty (860) 868-0511

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