Modern Elegance

Property Description

An EXTRAORDINARY MODERN MASTERPIECE: Inspired by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, sited to take full advantage of an exceptional, private 1.6 acre waterfront location overlooking North Cove and the CT River, and constructed with meticulous care and the best of the best curated materials, 20 Saltus Drive offers a luxurious, comfortable lifestyle with panoramic water views from almost every room. Perfect for entertaining, the great room (30’ x 40’) has soaring ceilings, a remarkable, double sided stone fireplace and a window wall creating a continuous expanse of glass facing picture perfect water views. Glass pocket doors open to the dining room which flows into the impressive kitchen with table & counter seating & equipped to please the most discriminating chef. Additional notable spaces on this level are a home theater with an 8’+ screen and two bedroom suites (all 5 bedrooms have en suite baths; 4 also enjoy separate sitting rooms). Access the 2nd level either by elevator or a striking marine stainless steel, floating staircase. To the left are 2 additional BR suites while to the right is the palatial primary suite which includes a BR with FP, a large bathroom with a shower and tub, walk-in closets, a laundry, an office and a sitting room. These three suites also have water view decks. Step outside to enjoy the expansive 3500 s.f. red granite terrace, a heated, saltwater swimming pool, a deepwater dock & glorious pool house equipped with a full kitchen, bath & seating for 10. It’s a short walk to downtown Old Saybrook with its restaurants, shops and the Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center if you can bear to leave this glorious, triple mint property. Deepwater dock with 2 lifts, one for 16 tons and the other with 24 tons capacity. Attached 4 car garage, parking area for 15 cars.