Evergreen

Evergreen is an active adult 55+ community located in Cromwell, Connecticut. Visibility from Farmington to the west, Glastonbury to the east, and Meriden to the south make for commanding views in this resale community nestled on a protected hillside of greenspace. Evergreen is a serene established community with walking trails, access to gardens, and a dog park. Active residents appreciate the central location of Evergreen which puts them within two hours of Boston, New York, and Vermont. 

Homebuyers looking for scenic views, outdoor recreation, and quick access to Boston and New York should check out Evergreen. 

Evergreen Amenities 

Evergreen residents have access to gazebos on the community grounds as well as scenic walking trails for leisurely strolls throughout the neighborhood. Multi-use greenspace can be found throughout the community and can be utilized for picnics or afternoon lounging with a book. Residents will also find a connection to the Woodland Trail to the west of the community as well as access to Cromwell Dog Park and Cromwell Community Garden to the north. 

Evergreen Homes & Real Estate 

Located on a hillside bordering town-owned protected greenspace, 52 single-family ranch style homes are available for resale from award-winning builder Trilacon. With five models to choose from, homes were designed with open floor plans and first-floor master suites. Homes range from 1,232 to 1,996 square feet, with two to three bedrooms and bathrooms, as well as attached two-car garages, and parking areas for guests. Some models offer the option for second floors with an additional bedroom, bathroom, or loft space and the option to convert the library into an additional bedroom. Covered patios or four season rooms are included with most models. 

Evergreen homes are built to be energy efficient including high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment. Additional features include eight-foot breakfast islands, great room with oversized windows, as well as oak-finished flooring in the kitchen, dining room, living room, and foyer.

Evergreen Lifestyle 

Residents remain engaged in the community through multiple annual activities. A summer picnic, holiday dinner, and a Beautification Day where resident volunteers spruce up the gardens and landscapes, followed by refreshments, are just a few. There are also Ladies Luncheons and dinner parties held throughout the year.

Evergreen promotes a low-maintenance lifestyle for its residents. A monthly homeowners’ association fee covers general maintenance of the community grounds as lawn care and snow removal of all homes. This allows residents to take full advantage of everything offered in the community as well as the surrounding area.

Surrounding Area 

Conveniently located in central Connecticut, residents of Evergreen can appreciate the ease of access to daily necessities as well as area activities. Grocery shopping can be done less than a mile away at Stop and Shop Supermarket, Shoprite of Cromwell, and PriceRite, with a Walmart Supercenter just over a mile in distance. Pharmacy needs can also be met under a mile away through CVS or Stop & Shop Pharmacy. 

There are multiple eateries along Route 372 and are well within a five-mile range. Cromwell Diner, is a local favorite for classic American fare, while Wooster St. Pizza is beloved for Italian standards set in whimsical car-centric decor. For fine dining, Cava showcases elegant old-world dishes in a European environment and is just under 6 miles from the community.

Exploring the area is easy to do with places like Cromwell Riverside Park, located just down the road, with boating, a local vegetable market, and craft fairs. Nearly a dozen historical sites and museums are within a ten-mile range for cultural enthusiasts, like New Britain Museum of American Art and the carefully restored Buttolph-Williams House, which showcases impressive collections of late seventeenth-century American decorative arts. 

Golfers are minutes from two acclaimed courses in the area. Portland Golf Course offers tree-lined fairways and various elevation changes and is challenging for players of all levels. TPC River Highlands features 148-acres of stately grounds and was named by Golf Digest as “One of the Top 10 Golf Courses in the State” and the “Best Private Course in the State” by Connecticut Golfer Online for six consecutive years.

Evergreen is also close to several health care providers, including Middlesex Health Primary Care which is just over one mile away, Kensington Primary Care is just over 6 miles, and the area’s main hospital, Hospital for Special Care, is just over ten miles away.

With easy access to Route 9 and Interstate 91 Cromwell is a two-hour drive to New York City, two hours to Boston, and two hours to Vermont/New Hampshire, with the nearest urban hub of Hartford only a 20-minute drive from the community. For travel, the Bradley International Airport is just over 29 miles away and a 35-minute drive.