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7 Ford Road

Newtown, CT 06482
  • $1,100,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 76 Days
  • MLS #: 24085874
UPDATED: 12 min ago
$1,100,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 0.83
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1957
County:
Area:

School Information

Elementary School:
High School:

Description

Rustic compound on Lake Zoar. Once in a while a truly special property comes to market, this is one of those. Overlooking Lake Zoar in Sandy Hook, welcome to The Fording House circa 1918. This private, waterfront property offers a tree lined gravel drive leading to the main house with floor to ceiling views of the lake, three bedrooms, kitchen with newer appliances, great room, sun room and more. There is a separate two room cottage connected by a beautiful breezeway. The cottage retreat boasts a glass conservatory bedroom designed by the Hilton family. While simple and accommodating in style, there are one of a kind features such as the all glass gazebo bedroom, views of the water from almost all of the rooms, waterfront privacy and charming architectural details. The compound has been lovingly maintained, substantial recent investments include but are not limited to new main house septic system, roofs, furnaces, gravel drive, dock system and exterior paint, Imagine waking up to the sun's rays warming your skin through the glass bedroom walls, providing a peaceful rest while taking in the natural habitat of the quiet cove. Immersed in history, with the outbuildings dating from 1918. The main home and guest quarters were built in 1957 by the previous owner who managed a high profile restaurant in NYC. Folklore has it that he frequently invited celebrities, including members of the rat pack and the Hilton family to stay at the lake who would fly in via sea plane. Privacy is paramount at Fording House, with all season views of the everchanging waterscape. This compound is the perfect retreat with the serenity of waterfront living ideal for quiet escapes or for large group lakeside entertaining. Added to this peaceful enclave is a newly built and approved dock on a calm cove adjacent to Lake Zoar. Enjoy the views, boating, swimming, and wildlife. This property is truly special, Shangri-La on Lake Zoar. Come and enjoy the summer winds at this magical home

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7 Ford Road Newtown, CT 06482

  • Price: $1,100,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 76 Days
  • Updated: 12 min ago
  • MLS #: 24085874
4
Beds
2
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.83
Acres
1957
Built
Neighborhood:
Lake Zoar
County:
Fairfield
Area:
Newtown
Elementary School:
per board of ed
High School:
Newtown
Property Description
Rustic compound on Lake Zoar. Once in a while a truly special property comes to market, this is one of those. Overlooking Lake Zoar in Sandy Hook, welcome to The Fording House circa 1918. This private, waterfront property offers a tree lined gravel drive leading to the main house with floor to ceiling views of the lake, three bedrooms, kitchen with newer appliances, great room, sun room and more. There is a separate two room cottage connected by a beautiful breezeway. The cottage retreat boasts a glass conservatory bedroom designed by the Hilton family. While simple and accommodating in style, there are one of a kind features such as the all glass gazebo bedroom, views of the water from almost all of the rooms, waterfront privacy and charming architectural details. The compound has been lovingly maintained, substantial recent investments include but are not limited to new main house septic system, roofs, furnaces, gravel drive, dock system and exterior paint, Imagine waking up to the sun's rays warming your skin through the glass bedroom walls, providing a peaceful rest while taking in the natural habitat of the quiet cove. Immersed in history, with the outbuildings dating from 1918. The main home and guest quarters were built in 1957 by the previous owner who managed a high profile restaurant in NYC. Folklore has it that he frequently invited celebrities, including members of the rat pack and the Hilton family to stay at the lake who would fly in via sea plane. Privacy is paramount at Fording House, with all season views of the everchanging waterscape. This compound is the perfect retreat with the serenity of waterfront living ideal for quiet escapes or for large group lakeside entertaining. Added to this peaceful enclave is a newly built and approved dock on a calm cove adjacent to Lake Zoar. Enjoy the views, boating, swimming, and wildlife. This property is truly special, Shangri-La on Lake Zoar. Come and enjoy the summer winds at this magical home
Exterior Features

Color white Direct Waterfront YN Yes Exterior Features BreezewayShedGuttersGuest HousePatio Exterior Siding Wood Garage And Parking Detached Garage Lot Description SecludedWater ViewOpen Lot Roof Information Asphalt Shingle Style Ranch Swimming Pool YN No Waterfront Description LakeDock or MooringViewAccess

Interior Features

Appliances Included Oven/RangeRange HoodRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryer Attic Description Access Via Hatch Attic YN Yes Basement Description Crawl SpacePartial Cooling System Wall UnitWindow Unit Fireplaces Total 1 Heat Type Hot WaterZoned In Law Access Detached In Law Apartment Possible Rooms Kitchen (Main Level) Dining Room (Main Level SlidersHardwood Floor) Living Room (Main Level Fireplace) Bedroom (Main Level) Bedroom (Main Level 2 Story Window(s)Skylight9 ft+ Ceilings) Sun Room (Main Level BeamsCeiling FanPatio/TerraceSlidersTravertine Floor) Primary Bedroom (Main Level Hardwood Floor) Bedroom (Main Level Hardwood Floor) Family Room (Main Level) Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade 2211 Sq Ft Total 2211 Total Rooms 10

Property Features

Acceptable Financing FHAVA Agent Owner YN No Association Fee Includes Lake/Beach Access Bank Owned Property No Flood Zone YN No Foundation Type Concrete Fuel Tank Location Above Ground Heat Fuel Type ElectricPropane Hoa Fee Amount 0 Home Owners Assocation Yes Home Warranty Offered YN No Hot Water Description Domestic New Construction Type No/Resale Potential Short Sale No Sewage System Septic Tax Year July 2024-June 2025 Under Agreement Yn No Water Source Private Well Zoning R-1

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Listing provided courtesy of Tom Skillman of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l: (203) 438-9531.


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 2025 SmartMLS, Inc. Data last updated: 2025-06-23T08:09:53.073.
 
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