Tucked along Big Cove on Lake Quassapaug, this custom architect designed Arts & Crafts bungalow is privately set on 14.85 serene acres with a path to your own cove frontage. Thoughtfully designed with the current owner's many updates and improvements and timeless materials, the home features a living room with a stone fireplace crafted from the property, a well-appointed kitchen with Custom Point cabinetry, honed granite, Wolf and Bosch appliances, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator, all opening to terraces, gardens, and a conservatory. The main-level primary suite offers two walk-in closets, a full bath, and terrace access. Upstairs includes a family room, office nook, two bedrooms, and full bath. Additional highlights include quarter-sawn white oak floors, 9' ceilings, radiant heat (kitchen, conservatory, baths), a walk-out lower-level heated recreation space, wine room and gym, plus Viessmann mechanicals and Unico A/C (5 zones). Outbuildings include two garages --one heated and cooled with epoxy floors, an equipment barn with greenhouse, and potting and wood sheds. Gated drive, magnificent stone outdoor fireplace and shower, electric awnings, and buried cistern irrigation complete this turnkey offering. Rarely does a property balance artistry, privacy, and livability so gracefully. This is a place to slow down, to gather, and to stay.
This custom arts and crafts bungalow, designed and built for its current owners, is perfectly sited on 14.85 tranquil acres, highlighting a gorgeous view and is accessed by a long gated private driveway. It is a home for someone who loves nature, stone and wood in a very private setting. The timeless design and easy layout are embellished by fine craftsmanship and quality materials which include quarter-sawn white oak floors, doors and trim with 9’ ceilings. The foyer entryway leads to a study, pantry and mudroom with half bath. The living room fireplace was crafted with stone carefully selected from the property. The sun filled kitchen with casual dining includes Crown Point cabinetry, Wolf, Subzero and Bosch appliances with access to the terrace, gardens and conservatory. The main floor primary suite has his/her closets, laundry room, full bath and terrace access. Upstairs is the family room, office nook, two bedrooms and full bath. A walk-out lower level has recreation space, wine room, sauna and gym as well as Veissmann mechanicals, with hydronic 5-zoned radiant heated floors throughout, audio system, Unico central A/C system and 12kw Kohler generator. Multiple outbuildings include two (2 bay) heated garages with epoxy floors, equipment barn (can fit 2 cars) with greenhouse, potting and wood sheds, outdoor fireplace and shower, electric awnings and an in-ground rainwater cistern for garden irrigation. Turnkey mint.
Public Records
Aug 2, 2005
Sold
$465,000
$120/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$14,465 (−18.5%)
$122,420 + $340,300
$462,720
2021
$17,738 (−0.8%)
$190,880 + $318,400
$509,280
2020
$17,876 (+5.1%)
$190,880 + $318,400
$509,280
2019
$17,010 (+2.7%)
$190,880 + $318,400
$509,280
2018
$16,557 (+3.2%)
$190,880 + $318,400
$509,280
2017
$16,037 (−4.2%)
$190,880 + $318,400
$509,280
2016
$16,735 (−10.5%)
$223,970 + $315,700
$539,670
2014
$18,701 (+5.1%)
$324,000 + $313,400
$637,400
2011
$17,795
$324,000 + $292,600
$616,600
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
14.85 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
3,363
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
3,363
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
2070770
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 95° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
25% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Middlebury, CT • 06762
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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