44 Echo Lane, Glastonbury, CT 06073

Welcome to your own retreat - a lovingly renovated raised ranch on a lush, artfully landscaped lot. With a 2car garage, wood shed, enclosed shed, garden enclosure, and two expansive decks (with underdeck drainage to keep below spaces dry), this home marries functionality and beauty. Step through the 10 glass entry doors into a space bathed in natural light. The living & dining rooms soar under cathedral ceilings (added by architect Sheldon Crosby, AIA) and present seasonal views of mature trees and a pond. A bay windowand walls of glass draw the outside in. The hardwood floors (refinished in walnutoiled oak) extend seamlessly throughout the living area, hall, and three bedrooms. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen - designed for social cooking. A 2 thick cherry bar counter connects cooks to guests. WoodMode cabinetry features clever storage: corner carousels, mixer pullouts (with builtin outlet), pullout recycle bins, and dovetailed drawers. The counters: imported Indian Rainforest granite slabs that are durable and elegant. High end builtin appliances include Bosch convection oven, induction cooktop, Bosch dishwasher, GE Profile microwave, and Amana Frenchdoor fridge. Porcelain tile floors with ashlar pattern add refinement underfoot. Cozy touches abound: two propane gas fireplaces with Rainforest granite surrounds; a Scandinavian Morso wood stove in the sunroom Runtal hydronic baseboard and towelwarmer systems in key rooms; central air, three split AC units, and a central vacuum system. The attic is insulated well beyond code (R12) and boasts a plywood floor for storage. Outside, the property is framed by a stone wall built by local landscaper Dondero (2003), accented with granite brick edging along the driveway. The mailbox stands on a stone pedestal; the flagpole, handcrafted by a former owner engineer, pivots for maintenance and includes a spotlight for 24/7 illumination. In fall 2024, licensed contractor Kevin Roy replaced both decks and railings with Trek Signature weatherproof planks (50year warranty), with black metal posts and frameless glass railings to preserve your view. Beneath the large 18 deck lies a space formerly supporting a sunken hot tub or garden shed. Practical features: heated workshop under the sunroom; attached dog pen (6 high) with door to workshop; 3 exterior water spigots (front yard, under deck, dog pen), plus a capped line at the garden shed; 200 amp electrical panel, upgraded oil furnace & new starter, and fully outfitted garage with outlets for woodworking. The hallway bathroom features a granite slab shower enclosure, glass vessel sink, Toto toilet, solar tube lighting, and Judo shower head. The master suite enjoys a Grohe rain head with wand, custom niche, porcelain tile, a handstained glass window, and premium fixtures. A former bedroom is now an elegant home office / craft room, outfitted with California Closet built-ins, file drawers, wallmounted shelving, and ironing board. The rec room, with glazed cement tile floors and original walnutstained wood paneling, features a bar with sink, bottle storage, and sliding doors to the garden. Understair storage, laundry area (Bosch washer/dryer), upright freezer, stainless sink, and exterior shutoffs round out this home's thoughtful design. This is more than a house - it's a sanctuary crafted with heart, precision, and devotion to nature. Your seasons await you.