"Supernatural" best describes this c.1957 paragon of Mid-Century Modern design. Nestled on 36+ super-natural acres of idyllic, pristine woodland. A palpable sense of solitude, combined with commanding CT River Valley water views, serves to inspire enchantment. Designed by noted architect Ulrich Franzen, who studied under Walter Gropius at Harvard, alongside fellow students Philip Johnson and I M Pei. Franzen was inspired by ancient Japanese Pavilions to create a place meant to liberate the soul. The house defies gravity in a most supernatural way. The cedar-clad ceiling seemingly floats, suspended mid-air, providing an umbrella that soars above walls of glass. Offered for only the second time in sixty-three years, this house stands as a testament to great design and careful stewardship. Thoughtful kitchen and bathroom updates and a compatible garage are recent improvements made with Franzen's design aesthetic in mind. The result is a seamless renovation and further modernization of an iconic architectural landmark. This home truly transcends brick and mortar. It is a nexus of art and dwelling. A place where the art of living well may be practiced in relaxed comfort and style. Located minutes from quaint Essex village, where historic homes cozily coexist with shops, restaurants, marinas, yacht clubs and the CT River. Essex is set midway between Boston and New York City. Tour this Shangri-La before like magic - poof! - it's gone.
Sold for $2,650,000
$2,650,000
64 Book Hill Road, Essex, CT 06426
3beds
2,720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
36.52 Acres Lot
$2,693,600 Zestimate®
$974/sqft
$5,811 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,693,600
$2.40M - $3.02M
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Brick and mortarHistoric homesYacht clubsPristine woodlandCompatible garageCedar - clad ceilingBathroom updates
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rick Weiner 860-227-3191,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-767-7488
Bought with:
Rick Weiner, REB.0717625
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24006741
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Dressing Room, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor, Parquet Floor
- Level: Main
Great room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Patio/Terrace, Sliders, Hardwood Floor, Parquet Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Galley, Pantry, Hardwood Floor, Parquet Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Wired for Data, Open Floorplan
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,720
- Total interior livable area: 2,720 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,720
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around, Covered
- Exterior features: Garden, Stone Wall
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Water Community
Lot
- Size: 36.52 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Wetlands, Wooded, Cul-De-Sac, Rolling Slope
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 987764
- Zoning: RU
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Playground, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Essex
- Subdivision: Essex Village
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2024 | Sold | $2,650,000-7.8%$974/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24006741 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2024 | Pending sale | $2,875,000$1,057/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24006741 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,875,000+105.4%$1,057/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24006741 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2014 | Sold | $1,400,000+250%$515/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #M9135162 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2012 | Sold | $400,000$147/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,348 +3.2% | $877,500 |
| 2024 | $15,839 +16.6% | $877,500 +45.9% |
| 2023 | $13,588 -0.3% | $601,500 |
| 2022 | $13,624 +1% | $601,500 |
| 2021 | $13,492 +2.8% | $601,500 |
| 2020 | $13,119 +0.7% | $601,500 |
| 2019 | $13,022 +34.7% | $601,500 +35.9% |
| 2018 | $9,669 -0.5% | $442,500 |
| 2017 | $9,717 +4.5% | $442,500 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $9,295 | $430,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Essex Village
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10John Winthrop Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex
- High: Valley
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Connecticut
- Middlesex County
- Essex
- 06426
- Essex Village
- 64 Book Hill Road
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