1050 Old Academy Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

Top Of Hill! Prestigious home renovated from foundation up. Major addition blending Antique charm with newest amenities for today's lifestyles. Exceptional attention to details and craftsmanship with luxurious appointments create a tasteful, timeless, elegant environment for family living and great entertaining. No detail overlooked, features radiant heated floors, antique/wide plank flooring, gas fireplace starters, exceptional storage/built-ins, smart home wiring, spacious bedrooms, exceptional use of luxury stone/tiles, superb millwork, garden shed with dog shower. Sunny and light, this home opens to west-facing bluestone patio, private, sweeping lawns, historic formal perennial garden and sunset views through its many French doors.

History rich residence was built for Privateer Samuel Bradley in 1750. The Bradley family is deeply rooted in Fairfield and Southport history. The Bradley family maintained many residences in the immediate area. This particular home remained within the Samuel Bradley/Sarah Wakeman family for over 150 years. The Bradleys had significant wealth and standing within the community. The property originally encompassed approximately 25 acres and was named Gay Bowers by the Spelman Family, who resided there in the 1920's. It was during this time, many physical changes were made to the property, which had included a barn, a fruit orchard, 2 chicken coops, 5 cows, a tennis court and a swimming pool, not to mention a koi pond on the bluestone patio. The street northwest of the home has been named Gay Bowers and was where 4 of the 5 Spelman children made residence. The walled formal garden was designed by Agnes Clark, wife of renowned architect Cameron Clark, a dear friend of the Spelman Family. Cameron Clark did provide his services to the Spelman family with several of the renovations that were made for the growing Spelman family. The property has changed greatly over the years. However, two sets of "bridal pairs" of trees were planted on the property, one of which includes the last remaining tulip poplar, which was planted in 1750 by the Greenfield Church Women's Guild. It still stands today and is one of the oldest and tallest trees recognized by the state of Connecticut. The home has been lovingly restored and maintained by the current owners, only the 6th family to reside within its four walls. It is a happy home has been a treasured landmark in Greenfield Hill for all time.