PEAR TREE FARM An exceptional country estate set in lovely Bethany, CT on 5.7 acres offers the perfect blend for elegant yet comfortable family life. Just minutes to downtown New Haven, Yale University, Yale Hospital, Rt 15, major transportation, and less than 2 hours to NYC, this property’s many amenities include heated pool (with all new mechanicals), barn now renovated as guest house and cabana, greenhouse, tennis court, exquisite gardens, and inviting patios graced by original stone walls and enchanting vistas. Architecturally designed with master craftsmanship, this sun-filled home features abundant french doors leading to gracious outdoor living spaces. The newer portions of home, built between 1987 through 1999, includes an incredible kitchen, the heart of this home with large island constructed of refurbished barn wood, Viking 6-burner range and Subzero, a formal living room, dining room (currently a billiards room), family room with fireplace and cathedral ceiling, sun room with slate floor, and charming butler’s pantry. The first floor also beautifully incorporates the sitting room and study which are part of the restored circa 1834 home with original fireplaces, back staircase, and antique floors. The master bedroom suite with fireplace, dressing room, balcony and lavish bathroom is a true retreat. Three additional bedrooms and two full baths complete the second floor. A finished lower level with 3 bonus rooms and potential full bath for add'l living space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
5.7 acresLot Size
$227Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Frank D'Ostilio• Houlihan Lawrence WD
Listed by Nancy Andersen• Houlihan Lawrence WD
Bought with Peter Cowie• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #N10130918
Redfin Estimate
$1,573,419
$598K since sold in January 2017$60K since August
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This home's estimate is 129% higher than the average sale price ($687K) of 6 comparable homes.
Basement Description: Cooled, Fully Finished, Heated, Liveable Space
Has Attic
Attic Description: Storage Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Exterior Features: Awnings, Balcony, Barn, Cabana, Porch-Enclosed, French Doors, Garden Area, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Underground Sprinkler, Stone Wall, Tennis Court
Lot Information
Lot Description: Corner Lot, Fence - Stone, Professionally Landscaped
Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: Heated, In Ground Pool
Property Information
Radon Mitigation Air
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Property Info: Horse Property
Driveway Type: Crushed Stone
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $608,960
Rental Information
Lease Purchase YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Oil
Heat Type: Hydro Air
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
High School: Region 5
Elementary School: Bethany Community
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: From Merritt Parkway take Rt 69 (Litchfield Turnpike) to left onto Carrington Road. House is at corner of Carrington Road and Hilldale Road. Look for white picket fence. Driveway is off Carrington Road. No sign.
County: New Haven
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,919
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: —
County: New Haven County
APN: 1056511
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 8
Around this home
Schools
Bethany Community School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Amity Middle School: Bethany
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Amity Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.50M – $1.81M
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