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148 Taunton Hill Road

Newtown, CT 06470
  • $2,699,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 279 Days
  • MLS #: 170500847
UPDATED: 51 min ago
$2,699,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 8.4
    ACRES
  • 4
    BATHS
  • 2
    1/2 BATHS
  • 6,321
    SQFT
  • $427
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1900
County:
Area:

School Information

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Middle School:
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Description

Known as Hermitswood, the home a 6321 Sq Ft award winning estate sitting on 8+ acres in the historic Taunton area of Newtown, CT. A 2018 renovation was designed by Charles Hilton Architects in the French Norman style. The property features two gated entrances, numerous gardens, and two sets of grand steps that lead to the pool area. Featuring Connecticut's second natural, 'non-chemical' pool that measures 30 x 95' of swimming area, in addition to multiple pool-side patios, and lily pond. In 2015 it was awarded First Price in landscape design bestowed by CT Cottages and Gardens. The chefs kitchen is like no other, having won the 2018 Connecticut IDA (Innovation in Design Awards), it features two 11-foot Calcutta marble islands, inset banquette, custom plaster moldings that carry from the kitchen through the main hall. All fixtures are Waterstone, and the custom-built stove and oven range is by the French manufacturer, Lacanche. The two-story family room, features clearstory windows, with a 17th century fireplace of French origin. Other features: imported Greek origin stone flooring, custom oversized laundry room, home gym, home office, wine cellar, espresso room, 4 car garage, chicken coop/potting shedThis is truly a property not to be missed!

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148 Taunton Hill Road Newtown, CT 06470

  • Price: $2,699,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 279 Days
  • Updated: 51 min ago
  • MLS #: 170500847
4
Beds
4
Baths
2
½ Baths
8.4
Acres
6,321
SQFT
$427
$/SQFT
1900
Built
Neighborhood:
Taunton
County:
Fairfield
Area:
Newtown
Elementary School:
Head O'meadow
Middle School:
Newtown
High School:
Newtown
Property Description
Known as Hermitswood, the home a 6321 Sq Ft award winning estate sitting on 8+ acres in the historic Taunton area of Newtown, CT. A 2018 renovation was designed by Charles Hilton Architects in the French Norman style. The property features two gated entrances, numerous gardens, and two sets of grand steps that lead to the pool area. Featuring Connecticut's second natural, 'non-chemical' pool that measures 30 x 95' of swimming area, in addition to multiple pool-side patios, and lily pond. In 2015 it was awarded First Price in landscape design bestowed by CT Cottages and Gardens. The chefs kitchen is like no other, having won the 2018 Connecticut IDA (Innovation in Design Awards), it features two 11-foot Calcutta marble islands, inset banquette, custom plaster moldings that carry from the kitchen through the main hall. All fixtures are Waterstone, and the custom-built stove and oven range is by the French manufacturer, Lacanche. The two-story family room, features clearstory windows, with a 17th century fireplace of French origin. Other features: imported Greek origin stone flooring, custom oversized laundry room, home gym, home office, wine cellar, espresso room, 4 car garage, chicken coop/potting shedThis is truly a property not to be missed!
Exterior Features

Color Bone Construction Description Stucco Driveway Type PrivateCircularGravel Exterior Features BalconyFrench DoorsFruit TreesGarden AreaLightingPatioStableStone WallUnderground Sprinkler Exterior Siding Stucco Foundation Type ConcreteStone Lot Description Some WetlandsDryClearedSecludedRolling Roof Information Wood Shingle Style AntiqueEuropean Waterfront Description Not Applicable

Interior Features

Appliances Included Gas RangeWall OvenSubzeroDishwasherWasherDryer Attic Description Pull-Down StairsAccess Via HatchStorage Space Attic Yn Yes Basement Description Full With Walk-OutCrawl SpaceUnfinishedConcrete FloorInterior Access Cooling System Central AirZoned Fireplaces Total 7 Heat Type Hot AirSteamZoned Hot Water Description Other Interior Features Auto Garage Door OpenerSecurity System Rooms Additional BreezewayFoyerLaundry RoomWine CellarWorkshop

Property Features

Bank Owned Property Yn No Direct Waterfront Yn No Encumbrances Restrictions Inland-Wetland Restrictions Flood Zone Yn No Fuel Tank Location Above Ground Garage Parking Info Attached GaragePaved Heat Fuel Type Propane Hoa Yn No Home Warranty Offered Yn No In Law Apartment Possible Laundry Room Info Main Level Nearby Amenities Golf CourseHealth ClubLakeLibraryMedical FacilitiesParkStables/Riding New Construction Type No/Resale Pool Description In Ground PoolRamp EntranceSafety FenceAlarmAuto CleanerGunite Possession Availability Negotiable Potential Short Sale Yn No Property Tax 25855 Radon Mitigation Air Ynu No Radon Mitigation Water Ynu No Sewage System Septic Sign Yn No Swimming Pool Yn Yes Water Source Private Well Zoning R-2

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Listing provided courtesy of Libby Tritschler of William Raveis Real Estate: (203) 255-6841.


The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the SMARTMLS Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms, and is provided by SMARTMLS through a licensing agreement. Listing information is from various brokers who participate in the SMARTMLS IDX program and not all listings may be visible on the site. The property information being provided on or through the website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and such information may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on the website may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Property information displayed is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Copyright 2023 SmartMLS, Inc. Data last updated: 2023-03-27T15:10:58.923.
 
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