Grey Rocks is a historic 18th century Georgian colonial with an incredible sense of place. Located in the heart of bucolic Lyme, CT on a beautiful country road. This much admired, one-of-a-kind property is proudly sited on 8.67 acres. A tranquil retreat with a picture-perfect post card setting of rolling hills, stone lined pastures & glorious sunsets. Built circa 1796, this spacious light-filled home features high ceilings throughout, 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, an eat-in chef’s kitchen, original stone wood burning fireplaces, chestnut beams, antique wide-board wood floors, plaster walls, beautiful trim work, large windows, warm & inviting light filled living room, dining room, spacious primary suite with dressing room & marble bath. Beautifully maintained, & renovated, over the years with many updates including period reproduction lighting, & modern amenities while preserving fine period details & antique charm throughout. The first level is ideal for entertaining with exposed chestnut beamed ceilings, massive stone fireplace, family/TV room & bath. The spacious 2-car carriage house is ideal for a home office, yoga studio, gym,...with lots of storage space & is architecturally rich with arched windows, stone foundation & timber framing. Radiant floors in basement & kitchen. Elite endless pool with underwater treadmill. Lyme, CT is known for boating, coves, the CT River, rolling hills, preserved land, hiking trails, biking, sunsets...Seller must find suitable housing to close.
The numerous 2021 renovations/updates are attached. Seller must find suitable housing to close. Elite endless pool with a working treadmill inside the pool. Radiant floors in basement & kitchen.
Single-familyProperty Type
1796Year Built
8.67 acresLot Size
$543Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jodi Strycharz• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Joe Rhodes• Coldwell Banker Realty
Source:Smart MLS #170457075
Redfin Estimate
$2,556,313
$706K since sold in March 2022$85K since August
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This home's estimate is 72.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.48M) of 6 comparable homes.
Grey Rocks is a historic 18th century Georgian colonial with an incredible sense of place. Located in the heart of bucolic Lyme, CT on the most beautiful, peaceful country road. This much admired, one-of-a-kind property is perfectly sited on 8.67 acres. A tranquil retreat with a picture-perfect post card setting of rolling hills, stone lined pastures filled with galloping horses & grazing sheep, glorious sunsets. Built circa 1796, this spacious light-filled home features high ceilings throughout, 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, a glorious eat-in chef’s kitchen, original stone wood burning fireplaces, chestnut beams, antique wide-board wood floors, plaster walls, incredible trim work, gorgeous windows, warm & inviting light filled family room, a gracious dining room, spacious mater suite with dressing room & lovely bath. This timeless home has been beautifully renovated from top to bottom using the finest materials, period reproduction lighting, state of the art infrastructure, and modern amenities while preserving fine period details and antique charm throughout. A rich history including the underground railroad & presidential stays. The first level is ideal for entertaining with exposed chestnut beamed ceilings, massive stone fireplace, wine cellar, and bath. A 3-car carriage, an at home office, painting/art gallery, yoga studio, lots of storage space & is architecturally rich with arched windows, filed stone foundation & timber framing. Lyme, CT is a very special place to live!
No expense was spared with the incredibly talented team of Scot Samuelson, architect and Housewright builder Steven Hallahan. Lyme, CT is best known for boating, the many coves, the CT River, the rolling hills, preserved open land, hiking trails, biking, sunsets, as well as nearby museums, restaurants and theatre. It is a very special place to live. Summary of house specs: > 5 bedrooms > 4 full baths/2 half baths > 5 fireplaces > Large gourmet eat in kitchen > Dining room > Library > Living room > Family/tavern room > Laundry room > Wine cellar > 3 car garage > Carriage house/studio Complete renovation of all infrastructure items (e.g. heating, 6 bedroom septic, central air, wood shingle roof on main and carriage house, electric, plumbing, etc.) Entire home completely renovated in mid to late 2000’s and in 2016-2018
Public Records
Nov 16, 2000
Sold
$900,000
$191/sq ft
Smart MLS #M9052343
Apr 21, 1999
Listed
$975,000
$207/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 19, 1998
Sold
$870,000
$185/sq ft
Smart MLS #E91582
Aug 15, 1998
Listed
$930,000
$197/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 30, 1997
Sold
$822,500
$175/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 18, 1994
Sold
$750,000
$159/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 27, 1987
Sold
$625,000
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$24,278 (+58.3%)
$342,300 + $902,700
$1,245,000
2022
$15,336 (+0.1%)
$217,200 + $551,500
$768,700
2021
$15,318
$217,200 + $550,600
$767,800
2020
$15,318
$217,200 + $550,600
$767,800
2019
$15,318 (−11.2%)
$217,200 + $550,600
$767,800
2018
$17,252 (+1.9%)
$297,900 + $629,600
$927,500
2017
$16,927
$297,900 + $629,600
$927,500
2016
$16,927 (+7.4%)
$297,900 + $629,600
$927,500
2014
$15,768 (−8.6%)
$297,900 + $629,600
$927,500
2011
$17,248
$382,700 + $849,300
$1,232,000
Tax history for 433 Joshuatown Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$24,278 (+58.3%)
$342,300 + $902,700
$1,245,000
2022
$15,336 (+0.1%)
$217,200 + $551,500
$768,700
2021
$15,318
$217,200 + $550,600
$767,800
2020
$15,318
$217,200 + $550,600
$767,800
2019
$15,318 (−11.2%)
$217,200 + $550,600
$767,800
2018
$17,252 (+1.9%)
$297,900 + $629,600
$927,500
2017
$16,927
$297,900 + $629,600
$927,500
2016
$16,927 (+7.4%)
$297,900 + $629,600
$927,500
2014
$15,768 (−8.6%)
$297,900 + $629,600
$927,500
2011
$17,248
$382,700 + $849,300
$1,232,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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County
New London County
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1520997
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Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2023.
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Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 9
Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
In-Law Apartment: Possible
In-Law Access: Detached
Fireplaces Total: 5
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher