Historic Essex Village! Designed for the way we live today, this often admired mid-century modern is just what you have been looking for in the perfect shoreline home. Custom built in 1960, the spacious open floor plan of this unique home focuses on clean simple lines allowing interior spaces to blend beautifully with the natural surroundings. As you approach the front entrance hand-laid natural stone steps and professionally landscaped grounds make a great first impression. A welcoming foyer with custom built-ins leads to a casual dining area…perfect for everyday gatherings and a well-appointed kitchen featuring granite counters, stainless appliances and a breakfast bar. The light-filled living room is centered around a charming stone fireplace & offers the perfect balance of relaxed and refined. The primary suite, guest room, a full bath and in-home office complete the first level. A private deck overlooking park-like grounds with beautiful rock outcroppings, mature plantings & a firepit is ideal for outdoor entertaining. A true highlight of this property is the finished lower level with a guest bedroom, full bath, kitchen & sitting area making it easy to accommodate many of today's lifestyle scenarios including work from home, remote learning or multi-generational living. Prominently set on .69 acres in this much sought after & coveted village location enjoy all Essex has to offer including unique shops, restaurants, galleries, museums, yacht clubs, marinas & so much more.