148 Taunton Hill Road Active Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
Newtown,CT 06470
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 6,321 sqft
Price per Sqft $426
MLS Listing ID 170500847
Style Antique,European
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1900
Annual Tax Amount $25,890
Lot Size 8.400 Acres
Property Description
Welcome to Hermitswood, an award-winning estate spanning 6,321 SF on over 8 acres in historic Newtown. French Norman-style masterpiece, beautifully renovated in 2018 by Charles Hilton Architects, perfectly combines elegance w/modern luxury. Over 14 years of dedicated ownership has seen an investment of $2.9 M 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 thoughtfully 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, are looking to downsize but will share their plans for phase 3-the cottage restoration.
Location
State CT
County Fairfield
Zoning R-2
Rooms
Basement Crawl Space,Unfinished,Interior Access,Concrete Floor,Full With Walk-Out
Interior
Interior Features Auto Garage Door Opener,Security System
Heating Hot Air,Steam,Zoned
Cooling Central Air,Zoned
Fireplaces Number 7
Exterior
Exterior Feature Lighting,French Doors,Patio,Balcony,Fruit Trees,Garden Area,Stable,Stone Wall,Underground Sprinkler
Garage Attached Garage
Garage Spaces 4.0
Pool Gunite,Auto Cleaner,Ramp Entrance,Alarm,Safety Fence,In Ground Pool
Waterfront Description Not Applicable
Roof Type Wood Shingle
Building
Lot Description Secluded,Some Wetlands,Dry,Cleared,Rolling
Foundation Concrete,Stone
Sewer Septic
Water Private Well
Schools
Elementary Schools Head O'Meadow
Middle Schools Newtown
High Schools Newtown