Magical Upper Merryall Antique Colonial. Unique storybook setting on 25 +/- acres with beautifully restored c. 1850 Main House, large pond, renovated Writers Studio and Bank Barn just minutes to New Preston Village and Lake Waramaug. Open and airy Main House with First-floor primary bedroom with adjacent renovated bath. Upstairs, a loft-like bedroom, dressing room and renovated full bath, and a third bedroom. Original hardwood floors, antique millwork and high ceilings offering natural light throughout. Living room with wood-burning fireplace and flagstone terrace, open dining room and a cozy den. Chef’s kitchen with breakfast nook, top appliances including a 6-burner gas stove, and a Liebherr refrigerator. Kitchen and Bathroom tiles are imported from Sicily. The Writers Studio, set down a stone path from the main house, has exposed post and beams and vaulted ceilings, and is currently outfitted as a game room and a separate home office. An antique Bank Barn renovated in 2012 has a first-level great room/kitchen with wood stove, and full bath and a gym upstairs. The pond connects to the West Aspetuck River, great for canoeing and kayaking. Twenty minutes from Wingdale train station. Quintessential Country Living. Must See!
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
25.43 acresLot Size
$766Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Peter Klemm• Klemm Real Estate Inc
Bought with Elisa Waysenson• Bain Real Estate
Source:Smart MLS #170495254
Redfin Estimate
$1,313,641
$299K since sold in August 2022$16K since August
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This home's estimate is 101.1% higher than the average sale price ($653K) of 6 comparable homes.
Luxe country retreat on 25ac with verdant lawn, pine forest, and pond in one of Merryall’s most bucolic settings. Renovated in 2010, the c1850 main house exudes modern simplicity. Antique HW floors, vintage millwork, and FP live comfortably beside new kitchen and baths w tiles imported from Sicily. Sunny main floor master + 2nd MBR upstairs that feels like a loft in Paris. 3rd BR also on 2nd Fl. Chef will love the Liebherr refrigerator, 6 burner Viking gas range and Bosch DW. The renovated writer’s studio is right out of Dwell with exposed posts and beams + a whimsical resting room in the angled corn-crib. The bank barn offers studio/meditation space. 5 minutes from New Preston Village and Lake Waramaug and 20 minutes from Metro North.
Smart MLS #L10182130
Apr 30, 2017
Listing Removed
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Nov 15, 2016
Listed
$798,000
$466/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 29, 2010
Sold
$500,000
$292/sq ft
Smart MLS #98404323
Dec 29, 2008
Listed
$595,000
$347/sq ft
Smart MLS #98384471
Dec 25, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jun 26, 2008
Listed
$750,000
$438/sq ft
Smart MLS #98363915
Jun 18, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jan 25, 2008
Listed
$775,000
$452/sq ft
Smart MLS #98328858
Jan 22, 2008
Listing Removed
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Apr 19, 2007
Listed
$850,000
$496/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,539 (+27.8%)
$176,330 + $325,360
$501,690
2022
$11,373 (+1.4%)
$176,330 + $224,840
$401,170
2021
$11,221 (+15.1%)
$176,330 + $224,840
$401,170
2020
$9,749
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2019
$9,756 (+1.9%)
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2018
$9,576 (+3.4%)
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2017
$9,263 (+1.8%)
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2016
$9,100 (+4.3%)
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2014
$8,724
$203,280 + $128,450
$331,730
Tax history for 91 Cherniske Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,539 (+27.8%)
$176,330 + $325,360
$501,690
2022
$11,373 (+1.4%)
$176,330 + $224,840
$401,170
2021
$11,221 (+15.1%)
$176,330 + $224,840
$401,170
2020
$9,749
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2019
$9,756 (+1.9%)
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2018
$9,576 (+3.4%)
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2017
$9,263 (+1.8%)
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2016
$9,100 (+4.3%)
$203,280 + $136,640
$339,920
2014
$8,724
$203,280 + $128,450
$331,730
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
25.43 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Other
County
Litchfield County
APN
1874122
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Last updated by owner on Jun 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3
Room Information
Room Count: 7
Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
Exterior Features: Terrace
Lot Information
Lot Description: Open Lot, Water View, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded
Building Information
Foundation Type: Block
Construction Description: Frame
Property Information
Waterfront Description: Pond
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1714
Driveway Type: Private, Gravel
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $401,170
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Location
School Information
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Route 202 to East Shore Road to Left on New Preston Hill Road to #91 Cherniske.
Direct Waterfront
County: Litchfield
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 25.43 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Litchfield County
APN: 1874122
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 13, 2023
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Northville Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 3.8mi
Schaghticoke Middle School
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