Find your tranquil summer retreat in a prime location, at this immaculate contemporary waterfront home set on 1.5 private acres in irresistibly charming Essex. Available June and September at $15,000 per month, and July and August at $20,000 per month. Multiple balconies and bluestone terraces (including one at water's edge) make this the perfect place to relax, unwind, and enjoy cool river breezes on a sunny Essex summer day. Step inside to a vaulted open interior filled with natural light and sophisticated ambiance. Prepare meals in a modern kitchen equipped with Wolf and Subzero appliances. Dining and living areas flow seamlessly. Two bedrooms with ensuite baths, a powder room, and laundry room, are located on the main level. The primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, floor to ceiling windows, an ensuite bath, and an adjoining room that can serve purposes from office, to yoga space, to nursery! The ground-level floor plan is equally open and offers a spacious family room, both a full bath and powder room, guest bedroom, and access to the three-car garage. A detached barn is where you will find kayaks and a golf cart for your use to zip down to the sandy riverfront beach, Adirondack chairs on the riverside terrace, and a private dock on the water. Discover all Essex village has to offer, minutes away. Historic landmarks, charming boutiques, waterfront eateries, yacht clubs, and the CT River Museum. Make this summer one to remember! Just over two hours to NYC or Boston.