Elegant Farmhouse sophistication describes this jewel box Antique on 6.19 acres of land. On a country lane with upscale homes and estates there's even an " Old Blacksmiths cottage on the property with remnants of mechanicals still present " Originally built in 1870 the home has kept it's charm of yesteryear while still providing up to date amenities. Upon entering the glassed in sunroom you are immediately aware of the bucolic setting enhancing the stone patio with outdoor shower and perennial gardens. Newly refinished wide board floors abound in this house and lend a warm tone to the more modern accents. A delightful eat-in kitchen with Aga oven, sub-zero refrigerator and a huge copper farmers sink lead you into the more formal dining room. This includes French doors to the patio and the living room with modern fireplace. There is a room on the first floor which is used as an office and doubles as a guest bedroom. Upstairs is a crisp, sunny master bedroom, another office space and a full bath with marble counter top and a whimsical children's bedroom. This home boasts 2 walk up attics and a large full unfinished basement with high ceilings and a Buderus oil burner. There is a full house automatic generator on the property as well. The massive Barns and detached garages offer more possibilities as they flank a new state of the art built in, heated, Gunite swimming pool with spa and automatic cover. Come see this gem before it disappears!
Single-familyProperty Type
1870Year Built
6.19 acresLot Size
$635Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Maddy Mattson• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Colette Harron• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #170497951
Redfin Estimate
$1,104,427
$259K since sold in September 2022$9,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 75.8% higher than the average sale price ($628K) of 6 comparable homes.
This historic home on 6.19 acres has been completely renovated while keeping it's antique integrity. The cherry wood kitchen with brass hardware and a copper sink includes high end appliances such as a Glenwood stove, a sub zero and a red Aga oven. A sun filled alcove with banquette is open to a large sun room with French doors and looks out to a stone patio with landscaped gardens and an out door shower. A huge 2 story barn with water and two horse stalls is adjacent to a three car garage. Included on the open meadow is a potting shed and a run in for four horses. A short walk to Selden Cove, Whalebone Cove and the CT River. This is a property just waiting for the next lucky occupants to move in. Please ask the listing agent about architectural plans to enlarge the home. Conveniently located near the Hadlyme /Chester Ferry. 2 1/2 hours to NYC and 2 hours to Boston and 40 minutes to Hartford
Public Records
Dec 6, 2016
Sold
$542,400
$312/sq ft
Smart MLS #N10119421
Dec 6, 2016
Sold
$550,000
$316/sq ft
Nov 1, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 24, 2016
Listed
$550,000
$316/sq ft
This 1865 home, located in one of Lyme's most beautiful and desirable areas of natural beauty, has been totally renovated while keeping its historic integrity. The stunning kitchen glistens with cherry wood built-ins, cabinets and drawers with brass hardware. Copper sinks are set in two separate copper counters. High end appliances include; Sub Zero, Glenwood stove and a red Aga stove. A sun filled corner alcove, with banquette, for informal dining looks over the gardens. The formal Dining room has French doors leading to a spacious stone patio, perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining. Three season porch, has 180 degrees wall-to-wall windows looking out to the gardens and mature trees. French doors access the Kitchen, another door leads to the patio, another to the stone pathway which meanders through flowering gardens and grasses, under an arch to the barn. A large two story barn, with water and two horse stalls. A separate three car Garage. A potting shed is adjacent and a water well is nearby. This 6.19 acre property with stone walls, woods, mature trees and beautiful, cared for, organic gardens surrounding this picturesque home make it a fairy land dream and an ideal home. In Lyme with its gentle rolling hills and never ending stone walls, this property is only a short walk to Selden Cove and Whalebone Cove, the CT River, the historic Chester Hadlyme Ferry. The Goodspeed Opera House, famed for American musicals and the Goodspeed Airport are a ten minute drive.
Smart MLS #M9058388
May 10, 2000
Listed
$525,000
$302/sq ft
Public Records
May 4, 1987
Sold
$485,000
$279/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,476 (+26.3%)
$217,939 + $319,300
$537,239
2022
$8,295
$185,800 + $230,000
$415,800
2021
$8,295
$185,800 + $230,000
$415,800
2020
$8,295 (+5.0%)
$185,800 + $230,000
$415,800
2019
$7,902 (−0.7%)
$185,800 + $210,300
$396,100
2018
$7,957 (+1.9%)
$253,100 + $174,700
$427,800
2017
$7,807 (+19.0%)
$253,100 + $174,700
$427,800
2016
$6,561 (+7.3%)
$184,813 + $174,700
$359,513
2014
$6,112 (−7.9%)
$184,813 + $174,700
$359,513
2011
$6,634
$251,858 + $222,000
$473,858
Tax history for 1 Selden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,476 (+26.3%)
$217,939 + $319,300
$537,239
2022
$8,295
$185,800 + $230,000
$415,800
2021
$8,295
$185,800 + $230,000
$415,800
2020
$8,295 (+5.0%)
$185,800 + $230,000
$415,800
2019
$7,902 (−0.7%)
$185,800 + $210,300
$396,100
2018
$7,957 (+1.9%)
$253,100 + $174,700
$427,800
2017
$7,807 (+19.0%)
$253,100 + $174,700
$427,800
2016
$6,561 (+7.3%)
$184,813 + $174,700
$359,513
2014
$6,112 (−7.9%)
$184,813 + $174,700
$359,513
2011
$6,634
$251,858 + $222,000
$473,858
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6.19 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
1,738
Year built
1870
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New London County
APN
1520957
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage
Garages Number: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available
Cooling System: Window Unit
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer