The home “has been thoughtfully reimagined by its past two owners with vibrant gathering spaces as well as quiet retreats. Its design blends mid-century modern architecture with farmhouse charm, making it a dream retreat,” said Sonia Peck from The Richter and Peck Team, consisting of Brigitte Richter and Sonia Peck from William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty.
They are the agents handling the sale of 89 East Street in Morris.
From the outside, this home’s interesting contemporary shapes and angles delight the eye. Then, once inside, the floor plan offers dramatic spaces, ample natural light, thanks to large window arrays that take over entire exterior walls in some rooms, and space that comes from the open floor plan. It is clearly perfect for entertaining large and small gatherings as well as accommodating the needs of daily living. Yet this home also has areas that can serve as a quiet sanctuary. Verdant views of the rolling hills of Litchfield County make this property even more attractive.
The views of the surrounding countryside, the large lot on which it was constructed, and the home itself provide a comforting feeling of privacy that takes you far from the pressures of work and daily living. Yet the location, which is near Bantam Lake, the largest natural lake in the state, results in an easy drive to the Farmington Valley area and Hartford. Route 8, which is nearby, provides a direct path to Fairfield and New Haven Counties.
89 East Street in Morris
The entry sets the tone for the home. It is spacious, open to the great room and dining area, and features a double door surrounded by floor to ceiling windows that expand the feeling of space. A terracotta floor combines practicality with beauty.
The great room, which soars to the top of the second floor, is aptly named. It runs from the front to the rear of the home, and boasts more than 1,100 square feet of living space. A second floor loft, that is open to the great room below, is accessed by a beautiful open spiral stairway.
Other great room features include a large fireplace with a high-end insert and stonework that takes in much of one wall. This fireplace and chimney masonry includes a recessed wood storage area and rises to the top of the second floor. Open wooden beams across the ceiling provide additional visual interest while the loft area, which offers more than 400 square feet of space, features built in bookcases and cabinets along the far wall. Finally, the great room enjoys immediate access to a large wooden deck that overlooks the beautiful land surrounding the home. It is perfect for entertaining during warmer months.
The dining room is open to the kitchen and features the home’s second fireplace. As for the kitchen, it is ideal for entertaining parties large or small, and for daily living. A large freestanding counter area invites people to gather and features a sink and a gas cooktop. A built-in wall oven under a cove for a microwave, and space for a dishwasher and large refrigerator, are just steps away.
89 East Street, Morris
The kitchen features a bowed wall section with four large arched windows under five triangular glass panels that form part of the roof. An appropriately shaped table allows seating facing the windows while a built-in window seat allows for more kitchen seating. Direct access to a paver patio invites seamless indoor-outdoor living, while the beautifully landscaped backyard showcases a koi pond with a cascading waterfall, creating a tranquil countryside retreat at the back of the home.
A den is directly off the kitchen while a home office, exercise room, bedroom and full bath are off the great room on the first floor level. The loft provides access to the primary suite, which has a full bath with a soaking tub, large shower and dual sink vanity. There is ample closet space and access to a private second floor deck. An outdoor spiral stairway connects the deck to the grounds.
Two separate staircases on either side of the kitchen lead to the other two separate sleeping quarters. One side has two roomy bedrooms with dual closets which share a full bath. The fifth bedroom is actually a suite consisting of a sitting room, bedroom with a large walk-in closet, and the home’s fourth full bath. This suite of rooms is reached using the other set of stairs in a hall that connects the kitchen to the attached two-car garage.
“The home’s distinctive floor plan positions the bedrooms so thoughtfully that each sleeping area enjoys its own sense of seclusion and privacy. The homeowners call them ‘pods,’” Brigitte Richter said. “What makes this home so special is its versatility—it is perfect for a larger family to gather and celebrate, yet thoughtfully designed with spaces for relaxation or work without distraction. All of this, under one roof.” It also makes the home ideal for intergenerational living, as well as any number of work-from-home scenarios.
Much of the home features hardwood floors that have either been recently replaced or refinished. Add fresh paint for the interior, a new roof completed this year, and a newer oil tank, and this home is move-in ready. There are also a useful shed, kennel, koi pond, hot tub and a garden area, along with ample opportunity for customization and expansion. To see a full array of photos go to www.89eaststreet.com.
Info Box:
Built: 1965
Price: $799,000
Style: Contemporary
Rooms: 9
Bedrooms: 5
Baths: 4 full baths
Square footage: 4,696
Acreage: 4.8
Mill rate: 19.43
Best Feature: This contemporary home offers vibrant gathering spaces and quiet areas as it combines midcentury modern architecture with farmhouse charm.
Contact: The Richter and Peck Team
William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty
Brigitte Richter 860-205-3833
brichter@wpsir.com
Sonia Peck 860-983-3032
speck@wpsir.com
