Architecturally speaking, many home buyers have very definite ideas about their preferred house style. Whether it stems from a sense of practicality or positive childhood memories, few house hunters are "on the fence" when it comes to the number of stories their ideal house should have. Perhaps you're one of those people who grew up in a two-story house...

Greenfield Hill Cape. This classic home packs a lot into 2,960 sq ft. 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, with the master bedroom on the first floor. Living room with homey fireplace, a formal dining room and a generous, stone-tiled mud room off the kitchen that leads to the deck awash in afternoon sun. Cozy, wood trimmed family den—or office, if you keep it for yourself. Level and lovely 2+ acres featuring a gambrel roofed, 3-stall barn and parceled garden. With a little work, the barn could easily become the place you go, to get a break from...

Striking Federal Colonial, built by HOBI Award winning builder S & V Development in 2008, and cared for by one owner since 2008. Every exquisite element provides daily living of ease and elegance. Whether celebrating a family event, black tie entertaining or a cozy, lazy Sunday breakfast, every moment can be enjoyed to the fullest. The details in every room are numerous and to be expected: custom mill work, gleaming herringbone and hardwood floors, cherry paneled study, extravagant tray ceilings, fireplaces in the living room, great room, plus the delicious luxury of a fireplace in the master suite. In addition to the main living spaces,...

No two vacation residences are alike. As such, it pays to be diligent as you conduct a search for the optimal vacation home. Otherwise, you risk purchasing a vacation house that fails to accommodate your long-term needs. Ultimately, there are lots of things you can do to find a vacation home that complements you perfectly, such as: 1. Establish...

Cul-De-Sac Cutie. Two bedroom (could be three), quality ranch on a quiet, tree-lined area, across from the Samp Mortar reservoir and near Lake Mohegan. Enjoy the view from your three-season front porch. The kitchen is cheerful and awash with soft light and stainless steel appliances. Exquisite, floor-to-ceiling, cherry paneled den with a stone fireplace to cozy up to when the weather outside is frightful. The living room features a bank of arch-paneled, pine cabinetry. Main bath has a frameless shower with whirl pool tub. The basement has a finished room that could serve as a third bedroom or a rec-room—and includes a full bath. There’s a...

There's nothing more satisfying than knowing exactly what you want and taking the necessary steps to get it! Whether you're searching for the right job, your soul mate, or the home of your dreams, being clear about the results you want can help pave the way for success. When it comes to house hunting, there are several ways to...

Cul-De-Sac Cutie. Two bedroom (could be three), quality ranch on a quiet, tree-lined area, across from the Samp Mortar reservoir and near Lake Mohegan. Enjoy the view from your three-season front porch. The kitchen is cheerful and awash with soft light and stainless steel appliances. Exquisite, floor-to-ceiling, cherry paneled den with a stone fireplace to cozy up to when the weather outside is frightful. The living room features a bank of arch-paneled, pine cabinetry. Main bath has a frameless shower with whirl pool tub. The basement has a finished room that could serve as a third bedroom or a rec-room—and includes a full bath. There’s a...

Welcome to this luxuriously built award winning Westport farmhouse on Wild Rose Road. State of the art new construction is felt throughout every room of this nearly 6000 sq ft in-town home. Energy star rated with thermopane windows, programmable thermostats, multi-zoned natural gas heat, and tankless hotwater all adds up to smart, efficient home management. And then there’s the daily living. In the open floor plan, soaring ceilings, crystal clear 2 over 2 doublehung windows allows unobstructed sun to shine & enhances the intrinsic warmth of white oak flooring throughout. Sleek, refined, custom cabinetry in enduring neutrals adorn the large...

Filling out a mortgage application may prove to be a long, arduous process, particularly for those who are buying a house for the first time. Lucky for you, we're here to help you dot the I's and cross the T's on your mortgage application to ensure you can quickly and effortlessly acquire your dream house. Now, let's take a...

Living at Fairfield beach is something special. And this renovated colonial on Oyster Road is too. Over a span of 25 years, the owners have renovated, expanded and updated to create this truly fabulous 4 bedroom/3 bath home. Inside and out, there is the expected and unexpected. The large living room with gas fireplace, a gleaming all white kitchen with large dining area, a master bedroom with soaring cathedral ceiling, an enclosed sunroom looking out over the bluestone patio and heated gunite pool, it's all there. And more. The lower level has two fully equipped "activity" rooms - a workshop and a gym. And after (or before) a swim, catch...

The number of showings a seller needs to host varies. In some instances, a buyer may submit an offer to purchase a house following an initial showing. Or, in other cases, a seller may host dozens of showings without receiving any offers to purchase his or her house. Ultimately, there are lots of things that a seller can do...

This lovely 2 bedroom Bungalow is awaiting your personal touch. A welcoming living room with fireplace for everyone to gather around, plus an all white eat-in kitchen completes this nearly 900 square foot ranch. And there's even room to expand with a large unfinished basement. The outdoors offer equal space and pleasure. A stone patio for barbecues, and a deep rear lawn offers plenty of room for a playset, badminton, and garden. Ideally located Central Avenue brings ease to daily living and commuting with just a 15 minute drive to the New Haven station for commuting north or south or a 4 mile commute on bus line or bike path to Yale. Great...