77 Crest RoadMiddlebury, CT 06762Price: $749,900

Privacy, charm, and timeless craftsmanship define this exceptional Contemporary Craftsman on 1.5 acres in Middlebury's Historic District. Bordering the 9+ acre Crest Preserve, this 2,600+ sq. ft. home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a spacious living room, and a large family room with a flexible floor plan. Character abounds with original hand-carved staircases, hardwood floors, colonial shutters, reading nooks, and a finished attic, while thoughtful updates include a recently painted interior, updated baths, upgraded electrical, central air, gas fireplace insert, and a chef's kitchen with quartz countertops, double ovens, and stainless-steel appliances. Picture windows overlook the private backyard oasis featuring two Bluestone patios, a Belgian block patio, and a renovated Gunite saltwater pool with waterfall, newer mechanicals, and fencing. Exterior improvements include newer siding, roof, chimney, barn-style lighting, and professional landscaping. Surrounded by protected woodlands and the sounds of nearby church bells, this one-of-a-kind home offers the perfect blend of historic character, modern updates, and peaceful New England living.