A true gem in Cromwell! The beautiful, historic Cornwell Dowd Jr. house is a late Colonial style house built in the Federal period in 1807. This center chimney home sits on prime, acre plus, park-like lot near town center, across from Pierson Park and walking distance to the CT River and Riverport Park where you can enjoy summer concerts and other activities and just a short drive to Middletown and Hartford. Extensively restored and expanded by the current owner the home retains many historic, period features including wainscot paneling with chair rail crowns, fireplace mantles, six panel doors, exposed corner beams and period light fixtures. Clapboard siding was added and a new, ornately adorned front portico. Other features include an unadorned triple run staircase, and fireplace with two beehive ovens in keeping room. A spacious, fireplaced family room addition with expansive windows and vaulted ceiling was added on to the rear of the home and functions as a Great room with a pass-through to the kitchen. There are two formal parlors with fireplaces, hardwood floors are throughout the main house and rustic tile floors are in the family room addition and a small birthing room or office is located between the family room and dining room. Each floor has a full bath. Recent improvements include new roof and exterior painting 2023. A great historic home on a terrific lot in historic Cromwell!
$360,000 • 2.50%
Make OfferChris Balfanz, Coldwell Banker Realty
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