Escape to your own retreat on this lush property of over 3 acres, near the end of a quiet gravel road. The expanded and renovated Farmhouse Colonial boasts an eat-in kitchen with handmade cabinetry, center island and granite counters. Large dining room with oversized glass doors to the rear deck and front patio. Sun room off the kitchen has picture windows all around and a wood stove, providing year round scenery of the private grounds. Living room with fireplace and oversized windows, and a tiled family room with access to the laundry room and garage complete the main level. Upstairs you’ll find a generous master bedroom with ensuite, 2 additional bedrooms and another full bathroom. The lower level has over 800 sq ft of finished space and another full bath. To step outside is to be transported to a more blissful way of life: two barns, each with power, fenced paddocks, stone walls, even a duck pond; and the entire perimeter of the property is fenced. The current owners utilize the grounds as a hobby farm with horses, alpacas, goats and ducks. Less than 10 minutes from 84 and Newtown Center, just over an hour from NYC, but you’ll feel a world away in this peaceful private property Don’t miss the interactive 3D walk-through to tour the ground and this stunning home!
Enjoy the peaceful bliss of nature, privacy, and your own hobby farm. Horses, alpacas, goats and ducks walk the fully fenced grounds, complete with fenced paddocks, a 3-stall barn with 2 run-ins, a second 2-stall barn with hay loft and tack room. Both barns have electricity, and hot and cold water have been run underground. For those without animals, one can envision the barns converted to yoga or art studios, work from home offices, and quiet spaces amidst nature. The privacy and quiet, while offering an easy access to Newtown Center, Sandy Hook, 84, and even NYC are simply unrivaled. Please do not drive into the neighbors' driveways! Please see the interactive 3D walk-through to experience the property inside and out! https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=AMGCyXRPax7&mls=1
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
3.28 acresLot Size
$292Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by George Mica• Brickwell Partners LLC
Bought with Gary Frey• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source:Smart MLS #170329032
Redfin Estimate
$1,025,804
$351K since sold in December 2020$10K since August
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This home's estimate is 40.4% higher than the average sale price ($731K) of 6 comparable homes.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,904
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
204217
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 9
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3
Room Information
Room Count: 13
Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
Exterior Features: Barn, Deck, Paddock, Patio
Lot Information
Lot Description: Secluded
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2666
Driveway Type: Gravel
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $306,760
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Baseboard
Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Newtown
Intermediate School: Reed
High School: Newtown
Elementary School: Head O'Meadow
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Route 302 to Boggs Hill Rd.Right onto Head of Meadow Rd. Left onto Shepard Hill Rd. Continue past when road turns to gravel, and property will be on your left. Driveway entrance is past the house. NO sign present.
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,904
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 204217
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1
Around this home
Schools
Head O'Meadow Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Newtown Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Newtown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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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
7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$975,000 – $1.18M
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