996 Old Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

Walk to train, beach & schools from this thoughtfully renovated "in the heart of town" antique colonial. Enjoy modern amenities, while holding true to period detail. This home features 4 floors of living space, including a finished lower level w/ wine cellar & full bath as well as expansive attic w/ potential for studio/bonus space/bedroom. The 3-season room & rebuilt wrap-around front porch serve as an extension of the home. With so much added space not included in the sqft, the home maximizes its footprint, all while retaining old world charm expected in a home of this caliber. Features: wide-plank hardwood floors, C/A, 9+ ft ceilings, great closets, abundant windows, 2-car garage & updated kitchen & baths. NO FLOOD INSURANCE REQUIRED.

Over the last one hundred and fifty-five years this home has been lovingly kept and restored and though not one of the oldest homes on Fairfield’s Old Post Road it is one that cogently reminds us of the area’s history. Built in 1859 its style was popular during the turbulent years surrounding the Civil War. The hallmarks are a wide wrap-around porch, high ceilings, wide plank flooring, beautiful marble fireplaces and extra tall windows that allow the light, airy rooms to be filled with natural light. Today’s porch was added by the current owners, a replica of the original taken from old photographs. Two entrances from the porch, one opening to a formal sitting room, dining room and main staircase and the other to the living room. A wonderful three-season sun room off the dining room opens to a large stone terrace. To rear of the house find an updated kitchen, laundry room and a rear staircase. There are four bedrooms on the second floor, including a master suite with a new bath and walk-in closet. The finished lower level, a surprise in a house of this age, offers a newly built wine cellar, a recreation room with a huge fireplace, an area most likely once used as a summer kitchen, and an updated full bath. The third floor with exposed brick, refinished floors and bead-board ceiling offers extra recreation and storage areas. This home, located in the town center, is walking distance to the library, train, restaurants, YMCA, shopping and a short bike ride to the beach and offers a glimpse into Fairfield’s past with all the conveniences of today.