22 Canterbury Turnpike

Welcome to this expansive 2254sqft Embankment Colonial, gracefully blending timeless charm with thoughtful updates. Boasting a two-car garage with heated studio above, 4 large bedrooms & a serene level yard all nestled in the perfect location-along the perimeter of Historic Norwichtown. A peaceful retreat among the stately mansions of the town founders. Rich hardwood floors & a welcoming fireplace anchor the front-to-back living room filled with natural light. A flexible reception room, perfect for extra dining space, a coffee/cocktail bar and/or music/reading room connects you to the heart of the home: an expansive eat in kitchen, boasting 2 walk-in pantries, a breakfast bar & room for everyone. The quarter-turn staircase leads up to an open hallway with refinished floors & recent structural enhancements connecting all the bedrooms. This level also features a 5th room, full bathroom & alcove. From the hallway, step outside onto the expansive patio overlooking a private, level & fully fenced in backyard, complete with a shed, garden & shade trees, framed by quintessential New England stone walls along the back. 484 more sqft of heated flex space (current workshop) offers endless potential for a studio, hobby room, office, or guests. The 16X11 stone root cellar is a nod to the property's storied past while a newly expanded & paved driveway meets the needs of today's lifestyle. This home is ready for you to add your finishing touches here and there to make it your own paradise. Home is the 3rd lot beyond the Norwichtown Historic District, so there are no construction restrictions related to the district. The utility room is off the mudroom beyond the kitchen where the boiler, water heater, and laundry reside along with access to the crawl space with French drains. Convenient access to I-395 and Route 2, Norwich Free Academy and Backus Hospital. The town card shows a half bath in the heated workshop but it was never connected or used by these owners.