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$2,799,000
Est. payment /mo
4 Beds
6 Baths
6,321 SqFt
New
148 Taunton Hill Road Newtown, CT 06470
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 6,321 sqft
Price per Sqft $442
MLS Listing ID 24089193
Style Antique,Mediterranean
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1900
Annual Tax Amount $25,890
Lot Size 8.130 Acres
Property Description
Welcome to Hermitswood, an award-winning estate spanning 6,321 SF on over 8 acres in historic Newtown. French Norman-style stone/stucco masterpiece, beautifully renovated in 2017 by Charles Hilton Architects, combines elegance w/modern luxury. Over 15 years of dedicated ownership has seen an investment into this stunning property. Hermitswood features 2 gated entrances, exquisite gardens, grand steps leading to a 30x95' natural, non-chemical pool, 3 inviting patios & a lily pond. The landscape master plan was designed by Artemis Landscape Architects. Dual award-winning estate (recognized by CT Cottages and Gardens) first place in 2015 for Landscape Design and in 2017 for its remarkable chef's kitchen. The kitchen dazzles w/2, 11' Calcutta marble islands, custom plaster moldings, double sinks, Waterstone fixtures, & a Lacanche stove/oven range. Two-story family rm boasts a 17th-century French fireplace and clerestory windows, accented by a custom honeycomb ceiling motif, while other highlights incl ancient French stone flooring, custom laundry rm, a home gym, an office, a wine cellar, & 4-car garage. Chicken coop is outfitted w/a charming chandelier & a NPR news/music feed for the delightful animals inside. Hermitswood is a rare gem that you simply must see! The current owners, after completing the first 2 phases of this remarkable estate, will share their plans for phase 3-the cottage restoration. 60 mi from NYC. Antiquities/Outdoor furniture are not included.
Location
State CT
County Fairfield
Zoning R-2
Rooms
Basement Crawl Space, Storage
Interior
Heating Hot Air
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Number 5
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio
Parking Features Attached Garage
Garage Spaces 1.0
Pool Concrete, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
Waterfront Description Not Applicable
Roof Type Wood Shingle
Building
Lot Description Level Lot
Foundation Stone
Sewer Septic
Water Private Well
Schools
Elementary Schools Head O'Meadow
Middle Schools Newtown
High Schools Newtown
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