CT > Newtown
Newtown, CT 06470,148 Taunton Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470,148 Taunton Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470,148 Taunton Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470,148 Taunton Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470,148 Taunton Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470,148 Taunton Hill Road
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Ilka Torres

Ilka Torres

+1(860) 985-3788
$ 2,799,000
Est. payment | /mo

4 Beds

6 Baths

6,321 SqFt

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$ 2,799,000
Est. payment | /mo
Save

4 Beds

6 Baths

6,321 SqFt

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

Coming May 1st. 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 14 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 Tara Vincenta of Artemis Landscape Architects. Dual award-winning estate (recognized by CT Cottages and Gardens) received first place in 2015 for Landscape Design and again 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.

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

Listed by Ralph Harvey • ListWithFreedom.com

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Ilka Torres

Broker | License ID: REB.0794005

+1(860) 985-3788

1939 Broad St, Hartford, CT, 06114, USA

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