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New Canaan,CT 06840
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 7,000 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,035
MLS Listing ID 24070171
Style Antique,Farm House
Bedrooms 8
Full Baths 8
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1846
Annual Tax Amount $36,795
Lot Size 17.500 Acres
Property Description
Welcome to Extown Farm, a stunning 17.5-acre estate that once served as New Canaan's historic farm. This rare property offers 3 separate residences, making it perfect for discerned buyers seeking a private compound. At the heart of the estate is the crown jewel: a meticulously restored 7,000 sqft farmhouse that masterfully combines modern luxury with timeless charm. This whole house renovation, completed in 2023 by acclaimed Prutting Custom Builders and designed by renowned architect Joeb Moore, also includes a stunning new addition. Addition features a state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-in pantry, wet bar, family room, foyer/mudroom, luxurious primary suite w/private balcony, double stacked washer/dryer laundry room, and a finished lower level offering additional living space. The estate also showcases a newly constructed 2-bedroom apartment above a 3-bay garage, complete with a private deck overlooking the picturesque park-like lawn, and a gym with a full bath. Across the property, an award-winning 1-bedroom guest cottage boasts a dramatic 2-story great room, an updated kitchen, a sunroom with a cozy fireplace w/breathtaking views, and a new ADA-compliant bathroom. Additional structures include a barn with an indoor basketball hoop-ideal for recreation or reimagined into something special, a former stable, a 2-story hobby house ideal for a separate home office/creative studio, a historic barn, and a seasonal flower and vegetable garden adding to the charm! The beautifully
Location
State CT
County Fairfield
Zoning 2AC
Interior
Heating Hot Air
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Number 7
Exterior
Exterior Feature Terrace,Barn,Guest House,Hot Tub,Balcony,Fruit Trees,Garden Area,Stone Wall,Paddock
Parking Features Detached Garage
Garage Spaces 3.0
Waterfront Description Not Applicable
Roof Type Wood Shingle
Building
Lot Description Dry,Professionally Landscaped,Rolling,Open Lot
Foundation Concrete,Stone
Sewer Septic
Water Private Well
Schools
Elementary Schools East
High Schools New Canaan