This expansive, sunlit home combines the traditional with the more contemporary open living concept.  Year round, day-to-day living is made easy and enjoyable with a kitchen island prep sink allowing for more than one chef, a dining area, desk & two counter tops for paperwork, snacking & crafts. The screened-in porch and deck off the kitchen extend dining and relaxing into the beautiful yard that has room for gardening and other outdoor activities.  Both the family & living rooms have fireplaces offering cozy respite during New England winters. A butler's pantry/wet bar provides gracious entertaining. The carpeted lower level has space for exercise, work shop projects, rough & tumble play and storage. There are 4 spacious, comfortable bedrooms with ample closets. Historical Ipswich has a vibrant downtown and is home of The Crane's Estate, Crane's Beach, Hoods Pond and is close to the Ipswich River Sanctuary.