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The Roger Lee designed house from 1962 was purchased by the current homeowners in almost original condition, as the previous owners elected to defer most maintenance projects over the years. The clients were able to see beyond the dated materials and finishes, single-paned glass and uninsulated walls and they approached Klopf Architecture to help them expand and update the entire home, one the family could settle into and enjoy for years to come. It was important that the new designs were aligned with Lee's original intent not only because of the client's appreciation for mid-century modern architecture, but also because the house was deemed historical. The Stanford Real Estate Office requires a stringent design review which safeguards the integrity of the community, which Klopf Architecture was happy to oblige going into their updated designs.
As with many original mid-century modern homes, the house was scaled to the 1960s lifestyle where rooms were smaller and openings to views were limited and tightly framed. The original conditions defined the direction the family of four would take in updating the house and making it comfortable for their modern lifestyle. Klopf designed a full gut remodel and major addition to bring the house into the 21st century and provide the living area needed for the client's family. The newly expanded house added just about 1,100 sf to create an airy, comfortable and family friendly house, taking full advantage of the beautiful southwestern views that extend out to the hills beyond. The enclosed garage created an additional 240 sf of covered space for long-term storage.
A cracked swimming pool created an eyesore taking up a majority of the backyard landscape, so it was one of the first elements to go during the transformation. Working with Outer Space Landscape Architects, the family asked for a mix of relaxing outdoor patio spaces that eventually blend into the native landscaping, extending their views outward toward the natural greenery of the trees beyond their property. Filling in the old pool was a smart way to expand the living spaces outward. The orientation of the house was designed to enjoy the views, but the original architecture provided the first homeowners with mere glimpses of the landscape outside.
Klopf was able to broaden those views, continuing and extending on the original architecture to take full advantage of the unobstructed natural views across the rear facade of the house. Small horizontal openings in the primary bedroom and office were replaced with much taller windows that now follow the angled roof line upward, extending across almost all of the facade. We worked with Western Windows, whose designs included an oblique-shaped, operable casement that allowed our design to rise with the slope. A new corner office added to the primary suite, offers a bright and functional work-from-home solution that looks out at the distant views and added natural light from the expanded window configuration that now wraps around the corner.
The existing lower level was designed by Lee as a utilitarian space, serving as a wet pool room with a drain in the center of the floor, bathroom, laundry and storage areas. Without the need for a pool room, Klopf was able to convert the area into a much more comfortable and functional living space with a new family room and guest suite. The new spaces enjoy easy access to a new outdoor patio through floor to ceiling, full-width glass sliders.
Continuing along the rear facade, a previously exposed deck extending from the living room and hallway provided access to the backyard through a single set of stairs leading toward the side of the house which made sense when the pool was in place. The new deck was re-envisioned as an extension of the main living room and now serves as a second outdoor living room. A new slatted pergola above provides the homeowners welcome relief from the hot afternoon sun. A second set of stairs now creates a better connection to the redesigned lower level. Klopf was able to reconfigure the spaces, extending the living room outward toward the views, where the family now claims it as the heart of the home, spending a large majority of their time outdoors.
Back inside, the original wood-burning Malm fireplace was beautifully restored and a gas burner installed to comply with California's strict air standards. It now rests in front of a wall of Heath accent tiles where a dated red brick wall used to stand. A new taller window brings more light and views into the refreshed interior living room. The original glass doors opposite the fireplace were replaced by larger sliders that when fully opened, create a seamless transition to the new outdoor living area so the two spaces feel like one connected space. The original utilitarian kitchen was needlessly tucked into the far back corner and closed-off, out of sight from the living room, so the clients asked Klopf to open it up and expand the kitchen forward so it felt more connected. Today the much larger kitchen is connected to the living area where a short wall with a cutout offers a visual glimpse into the kitchen and a handy pass-through counter for serving guests. A new breakfast nook was also added to create another spot where the family can gather for casual meals. Just outside, a new built-in outdoor grill and prep area extends the kitchen outside and connects to a new outdoor dining spot nestled amongst the trees, taking advantage of the views out back.
Klopf was able to expand the other two bedrooms, add a new laundry room and half-bath and convert the carport to an enclosed garage to add more storage areas which was lost when the pool house was converted to the family and guest room.
To maintain a historical connection to the original designs, the exterior siding was repeated on all exterior walls, a full-height stained glass window at the front entryway restored, and an interior slatted screen element repeated outside at the exterior entry courtyard and over the new outdoor living room to create a shade trellis. The new house stands proudly and shines against it's new landscaping features, while respecting and expanding on the original intent of Roger Lee's designs epitomizing the comforts of indoor-outdoor living in Northern California.
Completion year: 2020
Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf, Klara Kevane, Noel Andrade
Contractor: ORB Construction, Brendan O'Reilly
Structural engineer: Sezen and Moon
Landscape architect: Outer space
Furnishings and decoration: Urbanism Designs
Photographer: Mariko Reed

A close-up of the real concrete panels used on the exterior of this home around the garage. This home exterior combines wood paneling with Wall Theory's RealCast real concrete panels to create a modern and unique exterior appearance. The medium grey concrete panels contrast with the dark roof and contemporary, black garage door and window trims. The angular roof creates a sense of grandeur. These real concrete panels are waterproof, fireproof, and exterior rated, making them excellent for outdoor use, and they're easier to install than any other exterior concrete option.

Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers peaceful living on a generous wooded lot. Light-filled interior features an open concept living area with vaulted ceilings in beautiful family room with built-ins and looks into the kitchen area and the private backyard area also has adjacent bathroom. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, and large windows showcasing the natural wooded views. The stylish kitchen boasts warm wood oak cabinetry, lots of countertops, stainless appliances, and connects seamlessly to the dining area and breakfast bar connects to the family room. A cozy living room with wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelving and newly refinished hardwood floors provides the perfect retreat. The spacious primary bedroom features refinished hardwood floors, ample natural light, while two additional bedrooms offer versatile space and feature newly refinished hardwood floors. Additional highlights include an inviting screened porch, attached one-car garage, updated bathrooms with modern fixtures, a private backyard with established landscaping and a fire pit area. The huge lower level is ready for further expansion! Located minutes from town amenities while maintaining a private, natural setting surrounded by nature. 2 minutes to Hopewell School! This is a great location for getting anywhere in Glastonbury. Home has updated 200 amp service, Cair and septic leaching fields are new

Built for the Bluff, A Sea Ranch Home is Remade from the Inside Out
The house had always been grounded, on an ocean bluff at The Sea Ranch. It sits unencumbered, adjacent to one of the most dramatic stretches of the Sonoma coast with protected commons meadow to the east, uninterrupted Pacific views to the west, and a bluff trail running alongside. What it lacked was the feeling of home, one that could hold up its own against the natural landscape.
The owners are entrepreneurs with deep involvement across tech, real estate, and development and they know how things are built. The Sea Ranch house had been in their lives for years, a second residence and a place for family to gather. Built for a different time, it felt more compromising than comfortable. Sitting in a closed off nook, the kitchen fit one cook at a time and turned its back on the rest of the house. The entry was dim and compressed, divided by a structural column that presented itself at exactly the wrong moment. The primary suite was small relative to the view outside it. A large rear bedroom sat behind a lowered ceiling with a bathroom that had never been added. The house was certainly worth the trouble of doing it right.
What followed was not one project but four, each with its own design challenge, each addressed over a period of time.
Where the House Meets the Ocean
The most complex piece of the project, in both structural and spatial terms, was the kitchen expansion. The existing room was a single-person galley squeezed in as an afterthought with no meaningful connection to the dining room, the living space, or the deck outside. To make it useful for a family that cooks and gathers, it needed to grow outward into an existing patio and flow into the rooms around it.
A big challenge was the roofline. Several planes at different pitches and angles converged directly where additional volume was needed. A new form had to join that geometry without reading as a correction. The solution found the simplest possible connection between the existing angles, a roofline that from outside the structure, appears entirely original. From the bluff trail where the addition is visible, there is no discernible seam.
Inside, the kitchen is now open to the living and dining rooms without interruption. A large sliding glass door connects the space onto the rear deck. The deck itself was expanded and oriented so that the body of the house shields it from the coastal wind which is a common consideration that determines whether outdoor space at The Sea Ranch actually gets used. The result is a room that works for large family gatherings where no one feels cutoff, and one that makes the boundary between being inside and outside easy to ignore.
Welcoming Light
A structural column stood at the convergence of eight distinct roof planes in the entry. It was load-bearing, but it was also the reason the entry had always felt like a hallway rather than a welcoming arrival.
With the structural engineer, a custom steel connector was designed to receive beams from six separate directions, redistributing the load through a single new continuous beam. The column was surgically removed. Three triangular skylights were then cut into the roof above, their shapes drawn from the
existing geometry of the planes around them. The entry is now bright and open. The skylights feel native to the structure because they follow the logic already present in the roof.
Two Suites, Two Views
At opposite ends of the house, the two bedroom suites were each reconfigured, and each found a different way to introduce more of the landscape into the room.
An addition to the primary suite extended the structure outward to create a wraparound plan with a loop from the bedroom through bath and closet that had not been possible before. The expansion opened a slot view from the tub and shower toward the ocean. The view is precise and private. The ocean view is present and deliberate.
The rear bedroom absorbed an adjacent storage room to transform it into a full second suite with a vaulted ceiling, a large bathroom with a tub, a shower, and a sauna. A private fenced garden courtyard sits just beyond the glass bringing the outdoors inside. The tub was placed so that, looking past the courtyard and through the bedroom beyond, the ocean is visible at the far end. It is a long view and it makes the room feel larger and more settled than its footprint would suggest.
Glass on Four Sides, Fire at the Center
The main living and gathering room had always been caught between two competing facts: glass on four sides meant exceptional views but at The Sea Ranch, it also meant a cold room. A 360-degree cylindrical fireplace was added at the center on a raised stone base, providing radiant heat in every direction and giving the room a focal point around which a group naturally orients itself, whether that means two people at the end of the day or the whole family after dinner.
Owners Who Picked Up the Tools
The owner was not a passive client. they came with construction knowledge, specific ideas, and the desire to be an active part of the process, a dynamic that other architects may had found difficult, which Klopf Architecture accepted as an asset. They took it upon themselves to complete some of the work during construction, including the installation of a new radiant heating system beneath the floors.
The radiant system added to the older and less-desirable forced-air setup. At The Sea Ranch, that change matters as the house sits close enough to the ocean and moving air competes with the sound of it, where radiant heat does not. Solar panels were added to the roof as part of the new system. Insulation was upgraded throughout the walls, roof, and crawl space. The house that had always had the right setting now holds warmth the way a house on the bluff should.
They were also deeply involved in the design and selections throughout, and the finished house reflects both of them in ways that are specific rather than generic. The process took longer and moved through more iterations than a more arms-length relationship might have allowed. The result is more defined and personal because of it.
The Landscape Holds Priority
Every exterior decision was shaped by The Sea Ranch Design Standards, which require that buildings defer to the landscape around them rather than compete with it. Because this house sits on the bluff and is visible from the public trail, the additions faced a close review. Existing materials were matched. Geometries were resolved. The additions had to become indistinguishable from the original building.
From the trail, the house reads exactly as it always has — low, cedar-clad, secondary to the meadow and the water. The setting holds priority. Inside, the house has been remade.
Klopf Architecture Project Team: Geoff Campen and Trenton Jewett
Contractor: Shawn Bettega Construction
Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed
Year Completed: 2023
Location: The Sea Ranch, CA

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Built for the Bluff, A Sea Ranch Home is Remade from the Inside Out
The house had always been grounded, on an ocean bluff at The Sea Ranch. It sits unencumbered, adjacent to one of the most dramatic stretches of the Sonoma coast with protected commons meadow to the east, uninterrupted Pacific views to the west, and a bluff trail running alongside. What it lacked was the feeling of home, one that could hold up its own against the natural landscape.
The owners are entrepreneurs with deep involvement across tech, real estate, and development and they know how things are built. The Sea Ranch house had been in their lives for years, a second residence and a place for family to gather. Built for a different time, it felt more compromising than comfortable. Sitting in a closed off nook, the kitchen fit one cook at a time and turned its back on the rest of the house. The entry was dim and compressed, divided by a structural column that presented itself at exactly the wrong moment. The primary suite was small relative to the view outside it. A large rear bedroom sat behind a lowered ceiling with a bathroom that had never been added. The house was certainly worth the trouble of doing it right.
What followed was not one project but four, each with its own design challenge, each addressed over a period of time.
Where the House Meets the Ocean
The most complex piece of the project, in both structural and spatial terms, was the kitchen expansion. The existing room was a single-person galley squeezed in as an afterthought with no meaningful connection to the dining room, the living space, or the deck outside. To make it useful for a family that cooks and gathers, it needed to grow outward into an existing patio and flow into the rooms around it.
A big challenge was the roofline. Several planes at different pitches and angles converged directly where additional volume was needed. A new form had to join that geometry without reading as a correction. The solution found the simplest possible connection between the existing angles, a roofline that from outside the structure, appears entirely original. From the bluff trail where the addition is visible, there is no discernible seam.
Inside, the kitchen is now open to the living and dining rooms without interruption. A large sliding glass door connects the space onto the rear deck. The deck itself was expanded and oriented so that the body of the house shields it from the coastal wind which is a common consideration that determines whether outdoor space at The Sea Ranch actually gets used. The result is a room that works for large family gatherings where no one feels cutoff, and one that makes the boundary between being inside and outside easy to ignore.
Welcoming Light
A structural column stood at the convergence of eight distinct roof planes in the entry. It was load-bearing, but it was also the reason the entry had always felt like a hallway rather than a welcoming arrival.
With the structural engineer, a custom steel connector was designed to receive beams from six separate directions, redistributing the load through a single new continuous beam. The column was surgically removed. Three triangular skylights were then cut into the roof above, their shapes drawn from the
existing geometry of the planes around them. The entry is now bright and open. The skylights feel native to the structure because they follow the logic already present in the roof.
Two Suites, Two Views
At opposite ends of the house, the two bedroom suites were each reconfigured, and each found a different way to introduce more of the landscape into the room.
An addition to the primary suite extended the structure outward to create a wraparound plan with a loop from the bedroom through bath and closet that had not been possible before. The expansion opened a slot view from the tub and shower toward the ocean. The view is precise and private. The ocean view is present and deliberate.
The rear bedroom absorbed an adjacent storage room to transform it into a full second suite with a vaulted ceiling, a large bathroom with a tub, a shower, and a sauna. A private fenced garden courtyard sits just beyond the glass bringing the outdoors inside. The tub was placed so that, looking past the courtyard and through the bedroom beyond, the ocean is visible at the far end. It is a long view and it makes the room feel larger and more settled than its footprint would suggest.
Glass on Four Sides, Fire at the Center
The main living and gathering room had always been caught between two competing facts: glass on four sides meant exceptional views but at The Sea Ranch, it also meant a cold room. A 360-degree cylindrical fireplace was added at the center on a raised stone base, providing radiant heat in every direction and giving the room a focal point around which a group naturally orients itself, whether that means two people at the end of the day or the whole family after dinner.
Owners Who Picked Up the Tools
The owner was not a passive client. they came with construction knowledge, specific ideas, and the desire to be an active part of the process, a dynamic that other architects may had found difficult, which Klopf Architecture accepted as an asset. They took it upon themselves to complete some of the work during construction, including the installation of a new radiant heating system beneath the floors.
The radiant system added to the older and less-desirable forced-air setup. At The Sea Ranch, that change matters as the house sits close enough to the ocean and moving air competes with the sound of it, where radiant heat does not. Solar panels were added to the roof as part of the new system. Insulation was upgraded throughout the walls, roof, and crawl space. The house that had always had the right setting now holds warmth the way a house on the bluff should.
They were also deeply involved in the design and selections throughout, and the finished house reflects both of them in ways that are specific rather than generic. The process took longer and moved through more iterations than a more arms-length relationship might have allowed. The result is more defined and personal because of it.
The Landscape Holds Priority
Every exterior decision was shaped by The Sea Ranch Design Standards, which require that buildings defer to the landscape around them rather than compete with it. Because this house sits on the bluff and is visible from the public trail, the additions faced a close review. Existing materials were matched. Geometries were resolved. The additions had to become indistinguishable from the original building.
From the trail, the house reads exactly as it always has — low, cedar-clad, secondary to the meadow and the water. The setting holds priority. Inside, the house has been remade.
Klopf Architecture Project Team: Geoff Campen and Trenton Jewett
Contractor: Shawn Bettega Construction
Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed
Year Completed: 2023
Location: The Sea Ranch, CA

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Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers peaceful living on a generous wooded lot. Light-filled interior features an open concept living area with vaulted ceilings in beautiful family room with built-ins and looks into the kitchen area and the private backyard area also has adjacent bathroom. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, and large windows showcasing the natural wooded views. The stylish kitchen boasts warm wood oak cabinetry, lots of countertops, stainless appliances, and connects seamlessly to the dining area and breakfast bar connects to the family room. A cozy living room with wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelving and newly refinished hardwood floors provides the perfect retreat. The spacious primary bedroom features refinished hardwood floors, ample natural light, while two additional bedrooms offer versatile space and feature newly refinished hardwood floors. Additional highlights include an inviting screened porch, attached one-car garage, updated bathrooms with modern fixtures, a private backyard with established landscaping and a fire pit area. The huge lower level is ready for further expansion! Located minutes from town amenities while maintaining a private, natural setting surrounded by nature. 2 minutes to Hopewell School! This is a great location for getting anywhere in Glastonbury. Home has updated 200 amp service, Cair and septic leaching fields are new

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One World Kitchen Solutions finished this kitchen backsplash in under a day without thinset, grout or mess and at a fraction of the time and cost of traditional glass tiles. Product cost was less than $600 before tax.
The product is real glass white backed tile by INOXIA from their SPEEDTILES collection. The colour and style goes with any kitchen! The installation is easy with the innovative peel and stick premium backer. The installer simply mixed a cap full of dish soap with 750 ml of water and sprayed a small amount on the back of the tile, spread with his hand evenly and it allowed him to position on the wall perfectly. The design is amazing and allows a tight fit between tiles for a seamless look.
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SOPHISTICATED MODERN PERFECTION IN AMAGANSETT
EXTREMELY PRIVATE HOME SURROUNDED BY OVER 200 ACRES OF RESERVE
A modernist masterpiece sited on over two quiet acres and adjoining over 200 acres of reserve encompassing one of the largest beech tree forests in North America — convenient to every amenity Amagansett Village has to offer. An allee of Linden trees leads to the sleek, 6,500 +/- sq. ft. retreat featuring pure elemental modern design and completed in the very best of taste. With walls of custom windows and sliding glass doors showcasing breathtaking natural vistas, very special woods and finishes such as cedar siding, Burmese teak flooring and Ipe decking on all balconies. This extraordinary home includes five bedrooms, 5 full and one half bathrooms, a truly innovative open floor plan with expansive living and dining areas whilst still providing intimate spaces with the library and family room each with its own gas fireplace and the spa for moments of solitude. A sleek state-of-the-art kitchen with soaring 14 ft ceilings, elegant top stainless appliances, a second professional butler’s kitchen and a spectacular outdoor stainless grilling station with gas pizza oven, and outdoor fireplace. The generous Master suite located in its own wing includes a luxurious radiant heated master bathroom with infinity edge soaking tub and glass shower box with enormous rain head shower, a gorgeous walk-in closet and a private office and direct access to the pool and outdoor Boffi shower. The Lower Level invites special entertaining with a glass wine display room, art gallery, private yoga studio, gym, sauna and steam room along with an additional guest bedroom, mudroom and attached 3-car garage. The uplifting and perfectly landscaped grounds are inspired by Luciano Giubbilei with Zen gardens, exotic plantings and additional full pool bathroom. The oversized 58 ft infinity edge pool with 14 ft high waterfall and in-water lounging creates the perfect ambiance for the ultimate Hampton’s home. First time offering.

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Eichler X-100: A Nationally Recognized Architectural Landmark
The Eichler X-100 holds a rare distinction in residential real estate—it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing it as a property of exceptional architectural and cultural significance in the United States.
This designation places the X-100 among a select group of homes that have not only endured over time, but have helped define the evolution of modern living.
What the National Register Means
The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the nation’s most important historic resources—properties that embody significant contributions to architecture, history, and culture.
For the Eichler X-100, this recognition affirms:
Its role as a groundbreaking experimental prototype
Its importance within the broader movement of California Modernism
Its association with visionary figures like Joseph Eichler, A. Quincy Jones, and Frederick Emmons
It is not simply a well-designed home—it is a documented piece of architectural history.
A Rare Level of Integrity
One of the key factors in the X-100’s designation is its remarkable level of preservation. Over the decades, the home has been carefully maintained and thoughtfully updated to respect its original vision.
Important defining features remain intact, including:
The steel-frame structural system
The open, garden-centered floor plan
Skylights and natural light strategies
Signature material palette of steel, glass, and laminate
This continuity allows the home to be experienced today much as it was in 1956.
Preservation Without Limitation
A common misconception is that National Register status restricts ownership—but for private residences, this is not the case.
The designation:
Does not limit private ownership or resale
Does not impose federal restrictions on modifications (unless federal funding is involved)
May offer potential incentives or recognition for preservation efforts
Instead, it serves primarily as a recognition of significance, elevating the property’s status in both cultural and real estate contexts.
A Collector-Level Opportunity
For buyers, National Register status adds a layer of meaning that goes beyond square footage or location. It signals that the property is:
Architecturally important
Historically documented
Extremely rare within the marketplace
Homes like the Eichler X-100 are often viewed as “trophy properties”—assets that combine lifestyle, design, and long-term cultural value.
Stewardship of a Legacy
Owning a National Register home like the Eichler X-100 is not just about possession—it’s about participation in a larger story.
It means becoming part of a lineage of stewards who understand the importance of:
Preserving architectural intent
Respecting design integrity
Carrying forward a vision that helped shape modern living
The Significance Today
Nearly 70 years after its debut, the Eichler X-100 continues to stand as a symbol of innovation, optimism, and design excellence.
Its listing on the National Register of Historic Places ensures that its story is recognized—but its future will always depend on those who choose to own and care for it.
The Eichler X-100 is not just a home on a list.
It is a recognized landmark of modern architecture—now ready for its next chapter. Image Sabrina Huang

Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers peaceful living on a generous wooded lot. Light-filled interior features an open concept living area with vaulted ceilings in beautiful family room with built-ins and looks into the kitchen area and the private backyard area also has adjacent bathroom. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, and large windows showcasing the natural wooded views. The stylish kitchen boasts warm wood oak cabinetry, lots of countertops, stainless appliances, and connects seamlessly to the dining area and breakfast bar connects to the family room. A cozy living room with wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelving and newly refinished hardwood floors provides the perfect retreat. The spacious primary bedroom features refinished hardwood floors, ample natural light, while two additional bedrooms offer versatile space and feature newly refinished hardwood floors. Additional highlights include an inviting screened porch, attached one-car garage, updated bathrooms with modern fixtures, a private backyard with established landscaping and a fire pit area. The huge lower level is ready for further expansion! Located minutes from town amenities while maintaining a private, natural setting surrounded by nature. 2 minutes to Hopewell School! This is a great location for getting anywhere in Glastonbury. Home has updated 200 amp service, Cair and septic leaching fields are new

Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers peaceful living on a generous wooded lot. Light-filled interior features an open concept living area with vaulted ceilings in beautiful family room with built-ins and looks into the kitchen area and the private backyard area also has adjacent bathroom. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, and large windows showcasing the natural wooded views. The stylish kitchen boasts warm wood oak cabinetry, lots of countertops, stainless appliances, and connects seamlessly to the dining area and breakfast bar connects to the family room. A cozy living room with wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelving and newly refinished hardwood floors provides the perfect retreat. The spacious primary bedroom features refinished hardwood floors, ample natural light, while two additional bedrooms offer versatile space and feature newly refinished hardwood floors. Additional highlights include an inviting screened porch, attached one-car garage, updated bathrooms with modern fixtures, a private backyard with established landscaping and a fire pit area. The huge lower level is ready for further expansion! Located minutes from town amenities while maintaining a private, natural setting surrounded by nature. 2 minutes to Hopewell School! This is a great location for getting anywhere in Glastonbury. Home has updated 200 amp service, Cair and septic leaching fields are new
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