81 Minnesota Lane, Bristol (East Bristol), CT, 06010 | $399,900

Welcome to 81 Minnesota Lane, a suburban homestead nestled in Bristol's desirable Northeast neighborhood. Situated on a level lot with an exceptional garden and hobby farm setup, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1. 5-bath home offers comfortable living, thoughtful updates, and a backyard designed to enjoy every season. The bright, open main level features a spacious living and dining area with hardwood floors, a large bay window, elegant trimwork, and sliding glass doors overlooking the backyard. The updated kitchen includes hardwood cabinetry, granite countertops, a tile backsplash, and a large breakfast bar perfect for casual dining and entertaining. Three hardwood-floor bedrooms and a spacious full bath complete the main level. The bathroom features a double vanity with granite countertops, tile flooring, a cast iron tub with tiled surround, and ample linen storage. The finished lower level adds valuable living space with a comfortable family room featuring new carpeting and a remote-controlled propane fireplace. A large laundry room, half bath, and an additional flexible living space offer endless possibilities for a home office, gym, or hobby area. Year-round comfort is provided by central air, a propane furnace, back up electric baseboard heat, and an energy-efficient tankless water heater. Outdoor living is where this property truly stands apart. Double French doors from the garage open to a spacious brick patio with a Sunsetter awning and a permanent propane gas hookup for your grill. New exterior stairs (2025) lead to a large composite deck overlooking a fully fenced backyard. Designed for gardeners and hobby farmers alike, the property features raised garden beds, mature thornless blackberry bushes, a protected strawberry enclosure, an 8' x 8' greenhouse, and mature apple, peach, pear, and cherry trees. A custom-converted Kloter Farms shed serves as a premium chicken coop with a large enclosed run and can easily be repurposed as a cattery, dog kennel, aviary, or potting shed. A second Kloter Farms shed provides additional storage. Electricity has been extended to both sheds and the greenhouse, with seasonal water available for the gardens and coop. Major exterior updates include low-maintenance vinyl siding, Harvey replacement windows, exterior doors, and an insulated garage door. Additional highlights include hot and cold outdoor water, RV parking, and 30- and 50-amp RV electrical service that can also be used to hook up an emergency generator. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, and everyday amenities, this unique property offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and backyard homesteading.

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