Marsha Charles' Blog

Posted on 05/10/2020
Benefits of Increasing Natural Light in Your Home
Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay There's a lot of benefit to be had from increasing the amount of natural light that enters your home. Scientists have long linked natural daylight to improved mood and productivity. You just feel better when you regularly work or relax in a room filled with light from the sun. Sunlight helps regulate circadian...
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Posted on 05/03/2020
The Most Versatile Trend in Home Design
\ Photo by Karl Solano from Pexels The open concept took over several years ago, and now, homeowners are reluctant to give up the flexibility that this optimal layout provides. Unfortunately, this versatility often only extends to meal prep, dining, and living areas. Other critical spaces tend to be far more difficult to adapt, making them problematic for long-term...
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Posted on 04/26/2020
Simple Ways to Reduce Energy Use
Image by Marie-Flore Pirmez from Unsplash Going green sounds like a big, lofty goal. For many, it brings thoughts of installing solar panels or upgrading entire HVAC systems to be more eco-friendly. While these are helpful tasks, there are many little things you can do right now to “go green” at home. If you want to make a...
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Posted on 04/19/2020
Selling Your House with Unpermitted Additions
Image by Sue Smith from Shutterstock House owners frequently remodel, upgrade, or otherwise make changes in their homes for which they do not secure a permit. While some changes do not require permitting, others do. The challenge comes when you attempt to sell the home. You may run into a problem when a buyer makes an offer on...
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Posted on 04/12/2020
If You Build It, They Will Come: Luxury Home Features Inspired by HGTV's 2020 Dream Home
Photo by Viktor Birkus via Pixabay Everyone covets the annual HGTV Dream Home that's given away each year as part of a sweepstake. But the sad reality is that few winners are ever really able to take possession of their grand home and actually live out their happily-ever-after. There are, however, ways to pick and choose which features...
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Posted on 04/05/2020
Should You Set Up a Second Home Showing?
A home showing is a valuable opportunity for a buyer, as it enables him or her to walk through a residence and find out what a house is all about. At the same time, a single home showing may be insufficient. Ultimately, there are many reasons why you may want to schedule a follow-up house showing, and these include:...
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Posted on 03/29/2020
Advice for New Homebuyers
Photo by LDprod via Shutterstock Buying a house is more than the number of rooms and how it is staged. It’s a set of complex systems in a specific location. And while it’s not all about location, that’s a perfect place to start your list. Where to Buy Areas and neighborhoods trend for a variety of reasons. If...
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Posted on 05/07/2020
Video Tour - 21 Oak Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
Stunning Turn key 4BR 5 1/2 Bath Colonial style with elevator offers an open flexible floor plan for family living/entertaining and is located right in the heart of town in a charming neighborhood. Architectural and custom details include 9' and coffered ceilings plus a home office on the first floor. All four bedrooms have luxurious en-suite baths and there is an additional full bath off family room. Other features include a RTI programmable system, hi-tech kitchen with Wolf range, Subzero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher and pot filler. This professionally landscaped award winning home is a real treasure with covered wraparound porch and...
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Posted on 05/07/2020
21 Oak Street, New Canaan, CT 06840 is now new to the market!
Stunning Turn key 4BR 5 1/2 Bath Colonial style with elevator offers an open flexible floor plan for family living/entertaining and is located right in the heart of town in a charming neighborhood. Architectural and custom details include 9' and coffered ceilings plus a home office on the first floor. All four bedrooms have luxurious en-suite baths and there is an additional full bath off family room. Other features include a RTI programmable system, hi-tech kitchen with Wolf range, Subzero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher and pot filler. This professionally landscaped award winning home is a real treasure with covered wraparound porch and...
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Posted on 04/30/2020
Another Property Rented - 19R Weeds Landing, Darien, CT 06820
Furnished 4 to 6 months . Amazing getaway with heated pool and spa, offering the most amazing views from this magical elevated property. Soaring ceilings & open floor plan welcome family and friends where they will immediately engage with the calming and peaceful setting only water can provide. Choose from one of two luxurious master suites either on the first or second floor overlooking the water. Two additional bedrooms, one w/French Doors to balcony, plus 2 baths along with an office/exercise room complete the second floor. Some of the many amenities include custom gourmet kitchen, built-in outdoor grill/cooking center, access to...
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Posted on 03/28/2020
Another Property Sold - 1268 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840
Set back on coveted Oenoke Ridge, this masterfully designed estate blends modern day luxury with functional daily living. The undulating stone wall is a welcoming entrance to this classic Connecticut colonial. Recently painted inside & out w/ a new cedar shingle roof, powder room, stained/refinished hardwood floors & stylish light fixtures adding to the finishing touches of this special home. White Imperial Danby marble counters in the light-filled kitchen open to an inviting family room with stone fireplace & custom cabinetry. Adjacent to the kitchen is a full service butler's pantry & main level wine cellar. There are 5 generous bedrooms...
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Posted on 03/23/2020
Video Tour - 19R Weeds Landing, Darien, CT 06820
Furnished 3 to 6 months . Amazing getaway with heated pool and spa, offering the most amazing views from this magical elevated property. Soaring ceilings & open floor plan welcome family and friends where they will immediately engage with the calming and peaceful setting only water can provide. Choose from one of two luxurious master suites either on the first or second floor overlooking the water. Two additional bedrooms, one w/French Doors to balcony, plus 2 baths along with an office/exercise room complete the second floor. Some of the many amenities include custom gourmet kitchen, built-in outdoor grill/cooking center, access to dock,...
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