19 Lilac St, Westbrook, CT 06498

Located in the Island View Beach Association with its beautiful private sandy beach only a short walk away, this impressive 4,250 s.f. home has shingle siding and classic Nantucket Gambrel lines, complemented by a floor plan designed for modern living. The clerestory foyer is a fitting welcome. Soaring ceilings, spacious and sunny rooms, many built-ins, extensive hardwood flooring, custom wainscoting, coffered ceilings, architectural crown and shadowbox moldings are among the special features. Two fieldstone fireplaces anchor the sitting room, the open dining area, the spectacular kitchen and the comfortable great room in this thoughtfully custom-built home. Sharing intimate family breakfasts or hosting grand holiday gatherings is very special here. A flexible guest suite is located on the main level along with a library/office. Five bedrooms, 5 baths, front and rear staircases and a conveniently placed laundry room complete the interior. Did we mention the wonderful, second level family room? This is a home for entertaining – inside and outside. A multi-car garage and plenty of storage space allow options for the lower level. Stone walls, a lush lawn, plantings, balconies and a bluestone patio with a pergola – anchored by a circular fire-pit –make this home perfect for everyday living, perfect for entertaining, and perfect for a vacation every day of the year!