This charming Essex Village Cape is THE talk of the town. The 1878 Ballfield Cottage now offers updated comfortable living and entertaining space. An addition opens the first floor providing a new mudroom, spacious professionally designed kitchen with custom made Brighton cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances and oil rubbed bronze fixtures. New hardwood flooring compliment the original wide board wormwood floors throughout the home. The living room features gas burning fireplace with crisp white mantle and brick surround. Master bedroom features transom windows, a walk-in closet, hardwood floors and Mitsubishi split system. Second bedroom and full bath finish off the upstairs. Copper gutters add flair and combine modern day with vintage to its curb appeal. Another bonus, a one car carriage house garage with loft. New windows, new insulation, full interior/exterior painting, gas heat, central air and new 200-amp service. A short walk to center of Essex, library, parks and the Connecticut River. Nothing left undone and ready to be your new address!