2304 main street

Rare circa 1826 brick building currently used as living space on first floor and living space on the second floor located in the lakeside hamlet of Essex, New York. Perfect opportunity to restore the building to its original use, maintain a business downstairs and live upstairs. Restore the large first-floor open space with its wonderful windows, perfect for displaying your wares for sale, and update the second-floor space for living. Beautiful lake-facing backyard and a two-story deck are perfect for enjoying long summer days. The deck is a perfect spot for dining or just relaxing and watching the ferry pass by. The second-floor living area offers an opportunity to have two bedrooms or create an expanded living area. There are full bathrooms on the first and second floors. Located on the easternmost part of the Adirondacks, Essex sits on the western shore of Lake Champlain with a ferry connecting to Vermont. Enjoy lakeside views and craft beers at a local tavern or savor fireside dining at the historic Essex Inn. This vibrant little town enjoys two gift shops, one with a café, an ice cream shop with local products like maple syrup and fresh cheese, a bookstore that partners with the local artist community to display their works, and a large lakeside seasonal restaurant. Just a short drive to the public sandy beach, several full-service marinas, public golf courses, and pickleball courts. Enjoy the many walking trails offered by the ''Champlain Area Trail System,'' perfect for easy day hikes or winter snowshoeing. Explore becoming a member of the local historic club, with its private beach, boat mooring rights, tennis courts, and loads of summertime activities for both kids and adults. Just 45 minutes to Lake Placid, 4 hours to Boston, and 90 miles to Montreal. The Essex ferry to Vermont makes a quick trip to Burlington and its international airport.