Nicknamed “Little Goodspeed,” this historic home dating back to the 1850s is not lacking in character.
Called the David Watrous House at 77 Main St. in East Haddam, it sits right on the Connecticut River with views of where it merges with the Salmon river from every room. Its slate mansard roof with an intricate flower design is similar to the Goodspeed Opera House, according to its listing.
Stretching out nearly an acre of land with over 4,000 square feet of living space plus an additional 900 square feet in the walkout basement, the home is full of historic detail. The side porch opens right into the chef’s kitchen with a 10-foot island, granite countertops and a commercial pot rack. The formal dining room sits 12 along with an elaborate fireplace. The great front room has wall-to-wall windows, a fireplace and marble flooring. There is a second kitchen on the main level along with an office, living room, family room and an entrance hallway with the staircase.
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Upstairs the primary suite includes an ensuite and a gas fireplace. All of the second floor rooms, according to its listing, have original chestnut flooring. The second floor also has a third kitchen. The house has a total of four bedrooms along with 3 bathrooms.
Outside, a large deck sits directly over the river’s edge, giving the homeowner great views to watch eagles, sailboats and the river. There is also a detached 3-car carriage house with a workshop or studio.
It is listed for $1.6 million and is represented by Sacha Armstrong-Crockett of William Pitt Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty.
