Rivers Edge

“Rivers Edge” a 4.6± acre waterfront estate offers 400' of frontage along the Essex River with sweeping and protected panoramic views of the river, surrounding marshlands, Crane Beach, Choate Island, and beyond. Abutting conservation land known as the Cox Reservation and overlooking the protected 165-acre Cogswell’s Grant across the river, the setting provides rare privacy and permanently preserved natural beauty. The property offers a custom-designed 2002 Contemporary-style main residence, a separate guest house, and a large two-story, three-bay barn/garage. Notably, the residences are sited outside the flood zone—an uncommon distinction along the coast. The main house is oriented to the water, with nearly every room capturing views of the ever-changing marsh and river. Walls of glass, vaulted wood-paneled ceilings, stone and natural materials create an interior that feels deeply connected to the outdoors. A generous chef’s kitchen anchors the home, opening to intimate and expansive living spaces, including a great room with stone fireplace and direct access to screened porches and patios. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat, while additional bedrooms and flexible spaces accommodate guests with ease. Complementing the main house, separate guest house offers three ensuite bedrooms, comfortable gathering spaces, and its own elevated views of the marsh and river. A substantial two-story barn/garage offers scale and versatility for vehicles, boats, storage, animals or workshop use. This bucolic property, surrounded by nature, feels remote but is just minutes from the quaint village of Essex and all it has to offer.