250 Everit Street, New Haven, CT 06511

Welcome to 250 Everit Street. This historic 1860 home is a fine exemplar of the Federal/Greek Revival style. In this leafy, sedate setting you approach thru a sun-dappled garden walk to a classic entry with stately Doric columns. The foyer invites you with its charming tin ceiling, antique hall closet & handsome staircase. There are good hdwd floors thruout. The tall ceilings & broad windows lend an airy, comfortable feel. Large gatherings are graciously accommodated. The easy flow between the ample rooms, deck, patio, lawn & gardens sets the stage for rewarding entertaining, relaxation in all seasons. The ambience of your garden party is enhanced by the sound system & landscape lighting in the gloaming light of day. The living room is expansive with a cozy gas stove, traditional shutters. For holiday gatherings, 14 guests may be seated. For a gala event the family room, for the evening, becomes refectory. seats 30 distinguished guests. The kitchen's great luxury of southern sunlight, classic St. Charles cabinetry, lovely granite, abundant counters, large pantry, built-in hutch, broad b'fast bar is a fine nest to socialize in. It opens thru the quaint Dutch door to the deck. Sip your coffee or aperitif. The kitchen flows to the broad, sun-splashed family room. Cocoon around the fireplace on a cool evening. The extensive built-in bookcases house your library & display objets d'art. The cheerful room beyond may serve well as a library/study, music/art studio, au-pair, 5th BR. The terra cotta floored solarium, bathed in southern/western light: a workout area for your green thumb. The 2nd floor boasts 3 ample BRs & cedar closet. The antique knobs are so charming. The 3rd flr primary's vaulted ceiling affords a fresh, buoyant feeling. The window seat is an inviting nook. A perfect place to "work" AKA bask in the soul-soothing view of the Rock & the woods. The basement has a good workshop. There is also a little grotto with a wine rack & fridge. It could make a killer speak-easy - your own personal Rathskellar, or your undisclosed Merlot timeout bunker. The gardens...The GARDENS! An exuberant tour de force! Meander the walkways reveling in the ebullient blooms & scents, entranced by abundant varieties of delightful perennials. They tag-team, providing joy season by season. Invite the birds with a meal & a bath & they will come! House them & they will raise their young to your delight. Manning the air traffic control booth, you will note rare species attracted by East Rock & the Mill River. The private patio + hot-tub = stress relief. The heated patio floor makes for comfy tip-toeing to mid-winter tubbing. The yard is fenced for the littles. The home is well husbanded by diligent, fastidious owners. There is a recent on demand hot water heater. The exterior & much of the interior are just repainted. The pre-sale home inspection yields confidence. Wave to neighbor dogs & their SO's from the front stone patio. Be part of a delightful tribe of uber-interesting, pleasant folk. Step across to the park on a meandering woodsy way thru to the White & Black Trails. Wander along the scenic Mill River. Drop a line. Hike to the summit. Take in the long vistas. Contemplate the august, historic Soldiers & Sailors Mem'l Monument. Just 150 yards is the bus & Yale Shuttle. Do daily constitutionals in scenic Edgerton Pk. Take in Shakespeare in the park, practice archery, pop into the greenhouse. See if a lonely flower follows you home. The intriguing Eli Whitney Museum is just up the way. Amble about & discover little joints to caffeinate & watering holes to slake your thirst & socialize with the townies. Hit Nico's for a Euro-style gourmand's al fresco luncheon par excellence. Endless town & gown cultural riches await you. NYC, Boston, DC, Vermont? A short stroll & a long snooze. Thanks Acela, AmTRAK & Metronorth! Savor the East Rock lifestyle. Come!