Just because the dog days of summer are beginning to come to a close, doesn’t mean your beach days are over! Actually, one of the best times to get your toes in the sand is during the month of September, when the summer sun is less strong and the beaches less crowded. For the future homeowners of these three beautiful water properties, taking full advantage of all remaining quality beach days couldn’t be any easier. So kick off those shoes, grab a beach towel and head on over to the paradise offered just beyond the front doors of these highly appealing beach properties.
52 Shorehaven Road—Westport, CT
This waterfront property on Canfield Island, a private island with only 13 residences in total located on Long Island Sound in Westport, Conn., represents pure bliss for all beach lovers. A gated bridge leads to this private enclave and custom-built contemporary Colonial, which was constructed in 2001 on just over an acre of land. The home offers year-round views of both Long Island Sound and Canfield Creek with direct access to a private beach shared by just five homes on the island. Panoramic water views grace each room of the house, while multiple decks and patios create even more opportunities to take in the property’s exquisite surroundings. From sunrise to sunset, there is something for everyone at this extraordinary beachfront residence.
42 Summit Ave—Milford, CT
Located in the town of Milford, CT, a completely renovated tri-level contemporary Colonial resides, featuring panoramic sunset views of the Long Island Sound. The four-bedroom, four-bath residence, which was originally built in 1920, has since been remodeled, now boasting three levels of living space complete with various luxury features and amenities for the discerning buyer. Perhaps its most scenic room is its master bedroom, which contains a private deck overlooking stunning sunset views. With a prime location just a short walk from the water, this charming Connecticut home makes venturing out for a September beach tan simple.
213 Rowayton Avenue—Rowayton, CT
This recently listed, fantastic new property peers down over Five Mile River, a narrow inlet at the head of the village of Rowayton, and touches the Long Island Sound. The waterfront home is sunlit and joyful all year round, offering daily sunsets and an abundance of surrounding coastal wildlife. The residence additionally rests high above the water, yet still boasts 238 feet of direct beachfront access and a deep water dock with in channel dredging rights, which is extremely rare to find. Located near local parks, tennis courts, golf courses and other community offerings, this property contains the perfect mix of a beach retreat atmosphere and convenient living, defining the ultimate dream home on Connecticut’s stunning Gold Coast.
