1221 Essex Road, Westbrook, CT 06498

• 5 beds |
• 4 baths |
• 2,583 sqft

Property Description

Welcome to your own private retreat offering the perfect blend of secluded tranquility yet minutes from Westbrook center, local town beach, restaurants, and major highway access. Featuring 5 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 baths, the 2,583 sq. ft. Cape provides plenty of room for family, guests, or home office needs. This home is set on a peaceful 3.5 acres with a detached, oversized two-car garage offering plenty of vehicle parking, storage, & workshop potential. Upgrades include a new roof on both the house & garage as well as a new 1500-gallon septic tank. There is new carpeting and new window treatments throughout the house, including new motorized, honeycomb shades in the living room. The interior has been recently painted. The spacious kitchen has a large, granite-topped island, a new gas range, a greenhouse window, and cozy fireplace. It kitchen opens to an expansive 35' x 15' deck...ideal for alfresco dining. There are two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a laundry room on the first floor allowing for first floor living if needed. An impressive 19'x 17' primary bedroom is accessed from a private staircase. This light and bright room with its beamed cathedral ceiling, skylights, and private bath would also make a wonderful artist studio, bonus area, or game room. Two additional bedrooms and a bath are located off the home's second staircase. There is a propane generator and full basement with hatch. Across from The Preserve with hiking trails. Midway location between NYC & Boston.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

September 17, 2026

Data Last Updated:

October 5, 2026 at 4:50AM

Listing Office:

Coldwell Banker Realty : (203) 245-4700

Listing Agent:

Fran Manganello : (203) 641-2429

MLS ID:

24206675

Interior

• General: Cable - Available
• Appliances: Gas RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherElectric Dryer
• Laundry: Main Level
• Basement: FullUnfinishedFull With Hatchway
• A/C: Ceiling FansSplit System
• Heating: Hot WaterPropane
• Fireplace: Fireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: DeckGutters
• Style: Cape Cod

Construction

• Roofing: Asphalt Shingle

Location

• County: Middlesex

Lot

• Zoning: RR1041673
• Restrictions: Right of Way

Utilities

• Water: Private Well
• Sewer: Septic