A wooded hideaway located above the Connecticut River with a large backyard perfect for entertaining, pet lovers and future chicken owners. One of four Connecticut schools and one of 14 schools nationwide to be awarded the National Blue Ribbon School in 2018 It won the award for “Exemplary high performing school”. The log cabin, built in 1988, is beautifully set up as a haven for in-laws or rental with full kitchen, living room, dining room and loft. Connected to the log cabin is a Cape style house with another full kitchen and living room built in 1998 with a modern twist. A 500 sqft bedroom built in 2002 over the garage is perfect for multiple sets of bunk beds or adults. This home has multiple heating sources including three zoned oil with two 275-gallon oil tanks, two wood stoves, and propane. It also has two deep wells and a 300-gallon storage tank. Secluded from the bustle of the world, it is a fifteen-minute walk into Higganum Center, a half hour drive to Hartford, and a ten minute drive to Middletown. Haddam meadows is a 2-minute ride away with fields and a boat launch. The basement of the two homes is vast and currently being used as gym, storage, and game room however can easily be approved as another bedroom or two. The house offers open parking for multiple vehicles and sits on a 4.38 acre lot. Nestled at the top of the backyard is a beautiful gazebo for family gatherings or peaceful escape to enjoy the quiet sounds of nature and watch the stars.