Nestled in the pastoral countryside of Old Lyme and close to the sandy beaches, 2 Rowland Road offers an extraordinarily rare opportunity to finish restoring a landmark 1824 Colonial estate spanning over 4,000 square feet. Blending timeless historic provenance with substantial modern additions, this sprawling home is primed for a buyer with a vision to create a masterpiece. The main residence retains authentic period charm, featuring 4 original fireplaces, gorgeous wide-plank wood flooring, and stately woodwork throughout. At the heart of the main level sits an expansive commercial-grade chef's kitchen-outfitted with custom cabinetry, a Traulsen commercial refrigerator with separate beverage fridge, 6-burner Wolf cooktop, Miele oven with warming drawer, and Bosch dishwasher. The impressive primary suite boasts a dedicated library/office space, an attached solarium and custom built-ins.
Additionally, an expansive, unfinished sunroom with a wood stove presents a remarkable opportunity to add stunning square footage tailored to your lifestyle. The second level features 4 bedrooms, a flex space, full bath and plumbed full bath that can create a second bedroom suite. Outside, the grounds have a private country resort feel, featuring extensive granite stone patios, a covered outdoor entertaining pavilion with an integrated water feature, a gunite pool, detached two-car garage, and a charming potting garage with skylights that can also serve as an artist's studio. This extraordinary property offers an unparalleled canvas for a historic restoration or custom luxury estate. Being sold AS-IS.
Single-familyProperty Type
1824Year Built
3.19 acresLot Size
$302Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Teri Lewis• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Old Lyme, CT • 06371
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Old Lyme. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2 Rowland Rd
$1,242,217
$7,783 under list price of $1.25M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $720K to $1.6M.