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The Property
"Bayberry Knoll" - one of the most remarkable waterfront sites along the Connecticut shore. A panoramic, commanding view along the entire Madison coastline from Bayview Place on the west past Seaview Middle Beach and beyond to the east. With a deep sandy beach and cabana, this c.1920 Nantucket shingle-style summer home has been lovingly preserved in the same family for nearly 90 years.
The History:
After a friend showed her this breathtaking bluff, the remarkable Florence Booth Andrews purchased the one-half acre site and began construction of the gracious summer residence in 1919. Eager to accommodate her extended family, she completed a thoughtful creative design that invited cooling breezes across the open porch overlooking Long Island Sound.
Ahead of her time, Ms. Andrews possessed a vision of family summers together and created a landmark home that has been enjoyed for three generations. Filled with built-in window seats, bookshelves, custom cabinetry details of the era, the charming original features of this home have been cherished, maintained and enjoyed for their beauty and practical comfort.
Main Level:
The main level of the house includes dining room with fireplace, generous living with stone fireplace, kitchen, pantry and screened porch. The dining room and living room areas each lead through french doors to the open wrap-around porch.
Second Level:
A large landing (16x15) is a welcoming common area. There are five private bedrooms, one with a fireplace and two others that access a large screened sleeping porch with spectacular views. Large family bath.
Third Level:
Three additional bedrooms, one full bath, sitting room and storage area. Originally used for staff, this area of the house offers wonderful additional living space with ceilings open to the rafters and encompassing water views.
Offered at $3,950,000
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The Location
The charming town of Madison enjoys a beautiful seaside setting on Long Island Sound,
only 20 minutes from New Haven, 45 minutes to Hartford, 90 miles from Manhattan
and 2.5 hours from Boston. Fine shops, restaurants and cultural attractions are
available throughout the region.
41 Chapman Avenue
Madison, CT 06443
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