This distinguished Niantic, CT home, listed at $1,350,000, merges historical charm with modern luxury on nearly a quarter-acre of professionally landscaped grounds. Rebuilt in 2012 to double its original square footage, the five-bedroom residence embraces New England coastal architectural style, featuring a classic shingle exterior, inviting porches, and well-proportioned gables. Inside, you’ll find chic, updated rooms: a bookcased living area with a gas fireplace, custom eat-in kitchen, spacious family dining wrapped in light, and a luxurious master suite retreat upstairs. The property includes a private patio, expansive deck, garden for entertaining, and a 2-car tandem garage. Residents enjoy access to private association amenities and are steps from the beach and village attractions; annual dues are $970.
Front Porch Seating
A spacious front porch framed by sturdy white columns and a high, beadboard ceiling creates a welcoming entrance. Soft gray shingle siding covers the exterior walls, complemented by crisp white trim around the windows and doors. Two wrought iron chairs with plush, rust-colored cushions are placed next to a small table, providing a cozy spot for relaxation. Overhead, a white ceiling fan hangs from the center, enhancing comfort during warmer days. Classic lantern-style sconces provide ambient lighting. The porch is edged by a solid half-wall, adding privacy while allowing gentle views of the surrounding trees and neighborhood.
Backyard and Patio
A grassy backyard area is bordered by a low white fence, creating a clean separation from neighboring properties and adding to the suburban charm. The house features cedar shingle siding in a muted gray, complemented by white trim and shutters. Multiple entrances lead from the house to the yard via short brick steps with simple metal railings. An upper-story balcony with white railings adds architectural interest and offers an elevated view of the surroundings. The space is open, well-maintained, and provides ample sunlight, making it ideal for outdoor leisure or gatherings. Large windows allow natural light to enter the home.
Entry Hallway
Bright entryway with crisp white wainscoting and crown molding along the walls, giving a fresh, classic look to the space. A rich, dark wooden front door with a small glass-paneled window creates a striking contrast against the white trim. To the right, a wooden staircase with a natural finish and white spindles leads up, adding architectural interest. Light floods the space from recessed ceiling lighting and a central chandelier. On the left, a pale blue striped accent chair and a tall arched mirror add subtle color and depth. A woven basket rests in the corner, enhancing the cozy, welcoming ambiance.
Living Room Details
A spacious living room bathed in natural light from a row of large windows and French doors, all fitted with woven Roman shades. The room features a sky-blue coffered ceiling with white beams, adding depth and elegance. A large L-shaped sectional sofa in light gray is accented by coastal-themed pillows in blue and beige tones. Two caramel-colored leather ottomans and a wooden chair with a light cushion frame a rectangular wooden coffee table. The walls are white with classic wainscoting, and the honey-colored hardwood floor lends warmth and contrast to the space’s cool color palette and airy design.
Living Room Fireplace
A cozy living room centered around a stone fireplace set into crisp white built-in shelving. Above the mantel, a ‘Beach House’ sign adds a casual coastal touch. The space is defined by a coffered ceiling painted a soft sky blue, which is echoed in light blue-gray sectional seating. The coffee table features decorative trays and books, inviting relaxation. Pale woven blinds filter natural light through large windows, illuminating the room. Rich hardwood floors contrast with the light furnishings, while leather ottomans and a pale accent chair add texture. Carefully arranged nautical-themed décor completes the inviting, airy ambiance.
Living Room Details
An airy living room with a large, pale gray L-shaped sectional sofa dominating the communal seating area. Blue and striped pillows complement the soft color palette. The ceiling is adorned with crisp white coffered beams framing pale blue recesses, matched by clean white walls. Warmth radiates from honey-toned wooden floors and accents, such as two tan leather poufs and a light wood planked coffee table. Sunlight pours through multiple tall windows fitted with woven cherry-brown blinds, creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere. Built-in cabinetry, an open archway, and a subtle nautical theme blend traditional and coastal aesthetics seamlessly.
Dining Room Table
A spacious dining area features a large wooden table with eight woven-back chairs, complemented by two comfortable armchairs at each end. The room is bathed in natural light, with white walls and crown molding highlighting the brightness. A modern, woven pendant light hangs directly above the table, creating a cozy focal point. Rattan wall sconces add a warm, ambient glow. Pale hardwood floors and a patterned area rug ground the space, while an open wooden staircase with white spindles rises in the background. Archways lead to an adjacent kitchen and living area, establishing a seamless flow throughout the home.
Kitchen Island
Spacious kitchen with a large rectangular island at the center, topped with a polished stone countertop featuring warm browns and cream hues. The surrounding cabinetry is pure white, presenting a classic and clean aesthetic. Stainless steel appliances, including a French door refrigerator and a built-in microwave, create a modern touch. The backsplash is a textured tile in earthy tones, complementing the neutral floor tiles. Overhead, a rustic bronze pendant light adds character while recessed lighting brightens the entire space. Glass-paneled doors and subtle trim details reflect traditional craftsmanship amid updated finishes, blending timeless and contemporary elements.
Kitchen Island
Spacious kitchen features a large marble-topped island centered amidst white cabinetry with minimalist silver handles. Warm brown and cream tile flooring complements the earthy tones of the countertops. Overhead, two prominent bronze pendant lights add a rustic touch and provide soft illumination. The backsplash is a subtle, textured green tile, harmonizing with the neutral palette. Stainless steel appliances, including a side-by-side refrigerator and a modern stove, contribute to a sleek look. Glass cabinet inserts add visual interest. An arched doorway and open arch lead to an adjacent living area with white walls, crown molding, and glimpses of comfortable seating.
Kitchen Breakfast Nook
A warm, inviting kitchen features a cozy breakfast nook in the foreground, anchored by a round wooden table surrounded by three upholstered chairs in soft gray. A cushioned built-in bench with a yellow patterned fabric wraps around one side. The floor is covered in beige tiles, complementing the natural wood planked ceiling above. To the left, the spacious kitchen showcases white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with a stone countertop. Metal and wicker pendant lights add warmth and texture, while recessed lighting ensures the room is bright. Neutral colors and clean lines create a modern yet timeless style.
Sunroom Corner
This bright sunroom corner features a cozy armchair with light wooden framing, accented by a blue and white chevron-patterned cushion. The walls are lined with crisp white vertical paneling, giving a clean and classic look. Two large windows and a glass-paned door let in ample natural light, while bold cobalt blue blinds add a vibrant splash of color. The wood floor is a warm honey tone, complementing the neutral walls. An ornate pressed metal ceiling painted in silver lends historic charm, and a contemporary ceiling fan sits above. A small round black side table holds a decorative glass hurricane lamp, adding functionality and style.
Upstairs Hallway
A wide, brightly lit hallway with gleaming blonde hardwood floors and crisp white walls. Simple crown molding runs along the top edge of the walls and ceiling, with recessed ceiling lights adding to the airy ambience. The wooden staircase banister features natural wood posts and rail with white vertical spindles, creating a classic and clean architectural effect. Multiple white-paneled doors line the hall, each with silver knobs, and an open doorway reveals another room with similar design touches. The overall aesthetic is minimal and fresh, providing an inviting and open transition space between rooms.
Bedroom Interior
A spacious bedroom features soft blue walls and beige carpeting, creating a tranquil and inviting atmosphere. The large bed, dressed in crisp white linens and a textured light blue blanket, is complemented by geometric throw pillows. Natural light streams in through several windows, each adorned with brown woven roman shades that add warmth and texture. French doors, centrally positioned, open outward and are framed in white, echoing the room’s trim. A sleek black dresser and a blue accent chair provide functional storage and seating. Overhead, a fan with leaf-shaped blades and a bronze finish adds a touch of tropical elegance.
Home Office
A spacious home office with a minimalist design features white walls and light wood flooring, creating a bright and airy atmosphere. The centerpiece is a white desk paired with a modern brown leather swivel chair, situated atop a woven natural fiber rug. To the left, a built-in white storage unit with brass handles adds function and style, complemented by a contemporary table lamp. A teal ladder-style shelf adds a touch of color, while a small wall-mounted TV and framed artwork provide subtle accents. Large windows with gray roller shades and a glass door bring in abundant natural light.
Home Office Corner
A compact and serene home office space furnished with a modern white desk and a caramel leather swivel chair placed on a textured jute area rug for added warmth. The surroundings feature pristine white walls with crown molding, complemented by honey-toned hardwood floors that extend into adjacent areas. A minimalist wooden cubby bookshelf holds a few decorative items including books and a red sculpture. Large French doors with glass panes let in natural light, while a ceiling fan with wooden blades provides ventilation and a cozy touch. Clean lines and neutral tones create a calm, functional workspace anchored by simple elegance.
Bedroom Details
A bright and airy bedroom features a calming color palette of soft blues, whites, and natural wood tones. A large bed with a light blue comforter and patterned pillows sits against the wall beneath oversized windows that allow natural light to stream in. Nightstands with simple lamps stand on either side of the bed, and a woven rug adds warmth to the light beige carpet. Across from the bed is a wooden media console supporting a flat-screen TV, and a tall dresser provides extra storage. Crown molding, a ceiling fan with wooden blades, and arched window details add subtle architectural elegance.
Bedroom Balcony View
Spacious bedroom with plush light beige carpeting and crisp white walls, creating a bright, airy atmosphere. A queen-sized bed with a pale quilted bedspread and a soft pink throw sits to the left, complemented by a cozy curved lounge chair and ottoman. French doors with glass panes line most of the far wall, opening outward and allowing abundant natural light. Beyond the doors, a balcony with white railings can be seen. Decorative elements include a modern ceiling fan with wood-toned blades, a small pouf with a zigzag pattern, and minimalist built-in cabinetry in the corners, enhancing the room’s serene, comfortable ambiance.
Bedroom Corner
A sunlit bedroom with soft lavender walls and white crown molding creates a calm, airy ambiance. Two large windows with light tan blinds overlook a neighboring house, filling the space with natural light. The bed, dressed in blue and white bedding with seashell and seahorse patterns, occupies the foreground and adds a coastal charm. Against the far wall is a teal dresser topped with a white lamp and small decorative objects. An overhead black and metallic ceiling fan provides modern contrast. The room’s design feels fresh and inviting, blending traditional trim with cozy, beach-inspired textiles.
Bathroom Vanity Area
A bright, airy bathroom features a walk-in shower enclosed with clear glass and lined with white marble tiles accented by a black mosaic strip. The floor is paved in glossy white tile, and the lower half of the walls are finished in classic white wainscoting. The upper walls are painted in a cheerful sky blue, creating a fresh and clean ambiance. A small window trimmed with white frames overlooks greenery outside, topped with a gathered valance in a light pastel print. A marble-topped vanity with an ornate vessel sink sits under a woven-style framed mirror, flanked by two stylish wall sconces with black shades.
Laundry Area
A compact laundry area painted in a soft, powder blue, exuding a calm and clean atmosphere. The space features a white vanity cabinet topped with a light beige countertop and a stainless-steel faucet with a single basin sink on the left side. Beside the sink are a white Whirlpool top-load washing machine and a Frigidaire front-loading dryer, both modern and clean. Two open wooden shelves run horizontally above, neatly organizing folded towels, detergent bottles, rolls of paper towels, and spare storage boxes. The overall look is functional and tidy, with thoughtful organization supported by minimalist hardware and shelving brackets.
Bathroom Retreat
A serene bathroom decorated in light pastels, with soft blue walls above classic white beadboard wainscoting. The space features a freestanding clawfoot tub with chrome fixtures set under two double-paned windows, allowing natural light to fill the room. The vanity stretches along the right wall and includes white shaker cabinets with marble countertops, accented by brass hardware. Above, twin mirrors are flanked by elegant, geometric wall sconces that emit a warm glow. A small mounted television and built-in corner shelves add functionality. The floor is tiled in a light neutral shade, complementing the airy, historic aesthetic.
Bathroom Vanity
A large, airy bathroom features a soft blue and white color scheme that feels both serene and classic. The main vanity boasts white cabinetry with panel detailing, topped with a speckled granite countertop. Above the countertop are three tall mirrors, each framed in white wood, flanked by two elegant wall sconces with lattice-patterned glass shades. The walls are finished with beadboard wainscoting below and smooth paint above. On the right, a shower stall with off-white tiles and a mosaic accent border adds subtle visual interest. Pale tile floors, gray bath mats, and crisp white trim complete the clean, inviting atmosphere.
Bathroom Vanity
A bright and airy bathroom features robin’s egg blue walls above white beadboard wainscoting for a classic, crisp look. The vanity has a white marble countertop with dual sinks and chrome fixtures, complemented by shaker-style cabinetry. A large frameless mirror hangs above the vanity, flanked by a modern wall sconce with frosted glass. The glass-enclosed shower has white tile with colorful geometric accents in green and blue, adding a playful touch. The toilet sits beside the vanity under a polished chrome towel bar, and the flooring is laid with light, neutral tiles to enhance the space’s fresh ambiance.
Bathroom Entry
A compact bathroom space highlights a clean, coastal-inspired design with soft blue walls above white beadboard wainscoting. A marble countertop with dual sinks sits atop a white, paneled vanity, complemented by polished chrome faucets. Above the vanity, a simple rectangular mirror framed in white enhances the bright, airy feeling of the room. The shower features white tilework punctuated by light green and yellow diamond-shaped accents. The doorway opens into a hallway with warm, natural hardwood floors, and a stylish light fixture overhead creates a subtle, elegant focal point in the transitional space beyond the bathroom.
Hallway and Bath Entrance
A light-filled hallway splits to reveal a cozy living room to the left and a stylish bathroom to the right. The passage features crisp white wainscoting and crown molding, paired with neutral tile flooring that transitions to polished wood in the living area. The living room boasts a soft gray sectional, a coffered ceiling with sky blue accents, a modern black ceiling fan, and large pane windows that bring in ample daylight. To the right, the bathroom’s pale blue walls are balanced with white trim, a glass shower with marble tiles, and a window with a geometric valance, imparting a fresh, elegant ambiance.
Kitchen Bar Area
A white built-in cabinetry section with a marble-patterned countertop is featured along one wall, suggesting a wet bar or secondary kitchen area. Upper cabinets include a wine rack with lattice detail, while lower cabinets offer ample storage and clean lines. A brass gooseneck faucet sits above an undermount sink, and to the side, a small beverage refrigerator is integrated. The soft blue ceiling adds an airy, fresh touch to the crisp white walls and traditional trim, while natural light pours in from a large window dressed in a woven wood shade, highlighting the inviting, classic yet modern ambiance.
Breakfast Nook
A cozy breakfast nook features a round wooden table paired with three modern, cushioned chairs upholstered in soft grey fabric. Above the table, a woven pendant light fixture hangs from a wooden slat ceiling, creating a warm, textured focal point. The nook is set against crisp white walls and connects seamlessly to an open area with light tan tile flooring. Adjacent cabinetry provides storage, topped with a brown stone countertop and a subtly textured backsplash. Beyond the nook, the view leads into a bright living area with wood flooring, white trim, and natural light streaming through several windows dressed with bamboo shades.
Listing Agent: Judy Halleran of RE/MAX on the Bay via Zillow
