35 Maple AvenueNorfolk, CT 06058Price: $687,000

Timeless village residence thoughtfully renovated by the current owner, this 1890 Victorian is rich in history & architectural character. This welcoming home has roots in the Suffragette movement as the residence of Isabella Beecher Hooker & her husband, John Hooker. Expansive porches reflect the home's heritage, when gracious outdoor spaces served as natural extensions of daily living. Original details have been carefully preserved & enhanced w modern updates, including a new kitchen, baths, rebuilt porch, fireplace, new propane warm-air heating system, central air, & beautiful gardens w stone pathways. The kitchen is well-appointed w a Bertazzoni six-burner gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher w built-in cabinetry, center island, & pantry. Gracious wraparound porch, a rear porch for grilling & entertaining, stone wall & walkways, all surrounded by established perennial gardens. Add'l features include an electric vehicle charging outlet, outdoor electrical access, convenient walk-in ground-level basement, & garage w a light-filled 2nd floor offering flexible potential for studio, office, or other uses ("as-is"). Ideally situated within walking distance to cafes & the renowned Norfolk Library. Enjoy summer days at Tobey Pond, concerts on the village green, Yale chamber music, nearby hiking trails, & convenient access to the Berkshires. A very special offering- in-town living in one of Litchfield County's most treasured villages.